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Picking the right tent

Category: Outdoors

While choosing a tent is a personal choice, one thing many of us have in common is that we generally sleep more soundly if our tent suits our camping environment.

When choosing your new tent, it can help to make a list of the five most important factors that influence your camping trip’s success. Here are some ideas to look out for when choosing the ideal tent for your lifestyle.

  • If the majority of your camping trips occur in Queensland’s summer months, then allowing airflow and breathability is the most essential element to look for in a new tent.
  • If your tent is easy and stress-free to put up, then you and your fellow campers may be more inclined to go camping more often.
  • Will your new tent be your primary cooking area? If so, look for tent with a large annex adjoining the sleeping quarters, to allow for storage of your eskies and supplies.
  • A tent is an investment, so look for quality-made, durable products that could last a lifetime.

Photo courtesy of The Coleman Company, Inc.

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