Showing posts with label Family Camping Tents. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Family Camping Tents. Show all posts
Family Camping Tents are bigger and better
By Jake Swingler
Back when I was a kid what we considered a family camping tent was a huge military surplus tent that was big enough for 25 soldiers and their equipment. It was olive green, poorly ventilated and very hard to set-up and stake down. The Idea of a family camping trip was not so fun for adults back then. Over the years though many improvements have been made to the family camping tent that has made life a heck of a-lot easier.
I think one of the biggest improvements is the actual size and ease of assembly of the bigger tents. The fact is the only tents that were really easy to set-up were the little four person pop-up dome tent. It took probably 5 min total to erect. Now these new family camping tents that can fit ten to twelve people easy are even easy to set-up. I own a 10 foot by 20 foot tent myself and my wife and I can get it fully set-up in about 10 minutes. It has four rooms, three doors and is well ventilated and waterproof.
These newer family camping tents also have shoe racks, removable room dividers, a rail to hang your clothes inside the tent and removable shelves. It is like not even leaving your home. Now these tents do have some draw backs. Some weigh about 25-30 pounds. Mine is in that category but it came with a wheeled case that is very easy to repack.
We have had this family camping tent that we call the Taj Majal for about five years and love it. It is still in very good shape even though we use it quite a bit. If you have been reluctant to buy something this big don't be. They are really not so bad to set-up and repack and the extra room is heaven trust me.
Jake Swingler owns an online wholesale camping equipment store, allstarcampingequipment.com. He also loves camping with his wife and kids. He tries to go once or twice a month during the summer. If you have any questions about Any other camping gear, sleeping bag or tents please feel free to drop him an e-mail at the website.
Back when I was a kid what we considered a family camping tent was a huge military surplus tent that was big enough for 25 soldiers and their equipment. It was olive green, poorly ventilated and very hard to set-up and stake down. The Idea of a family camping trip was not so fun for adults back then. Over the years though many improvements have been made to the family camping tent that has made life a heck of a-lot easier.
I think one of the biggest improvements is the actual size and ease of assembly of the bigger tents. The fact is the only tents that were really easy to set-up were the little four person pop-up dome tent. It took probably 5 min total to erect. Now these new family camping tents that can fit ten to twelve people easy are even easy to set-up. I own a 10 foot by 20 foot tent myself and my wife and I can get it fully set-up in about 10 minutes. It has four rooms, three doors and is well ventilated and waterproof.
These newer family camping tents also have shoe racks, removable room dividers, a rail to hang your clothes inside the tent and removable shelves. It is like not even leaving your home. Now these tents do have some draw backs. Some weigh about 25-30 pounds. Mine is in that category but it came with a wheeled case that is very easy to repack.
We have had this family camping tent that we call the Taj Majal for about five years and love it. It is still in very good shape even though we use it quite a bit. If you have been reluctant to buy something this big don't be. They are really not so bad to set-up and repack and the extra room is heaven trust me.
Jake Swingler owns an online wholesale camping equipment store, allstarcampingequipment.com. He also loves camping with his wife and kids. He tries to go once or twice a month during the summer. If you have any questions about Any other camping gear, sleeping bag or tents please feel free to drop him an e-mail at the website.
Family Camping Tents
Many people might think choosing a family camping tent is a difficult process. I am telling you that it doesn't have to be a difficult process. I recommend going to the camping supply store armed with what you are looking for to simplify the process. There are several steps to take to help narrow it down before you start looking.
First, decide weather you will be backpacking, weekend camping, or camping long term. These are different types of camping that require different camping tents. You will need a much lighter tent if you are looking for a backpacking tent than if you needed a family camping tent for the weekend. If you are considering long term camping you might consider a cabin tent for your camping tent.
Next, consider how many people you plan to camp with. Family camping tents come in many sizes so get an idea how many people you plan to sleep in the tent to determine the size. I recommend a little larger than the number of people you plan to sleep to allow for an extra sleeper or camping gear if you aren't a backpacker.
If you are on a budget and looking for discount camping tents Coleman tents and Eureka tents would be a great option to meet your needs. Both Eureka tents and Coleman tents offer all the styles and sizes you will need for a family camping tent. They offer large family camping tents such as the Eureka Pine Lodge, Eureka Copper Canyon, and the Coleman Sundome. If you are looking for a little lighter weight, and more flexible family camping tent you might consider the Eureka Timberline.
Knowing what style and what size will make your shopping experience much more pleasant when you go to select you backpacking tent or your family camping tent. Don't let all the brands and styles confuse you, just be prepared with the knowledge of what you are looking for.
Chris Graham is an editor for CGCamping.com, a website that offers family camping tents, and other discounted camping tents. A portion of all proceeds of CGCamping.com benefits children's charities.
Tags:Hiking,Photography, outdoors,Nature, Camping,Vacation,Travel,Tent,Gear,Backpacking,Family
First, decide weather you will be backpacking, weekend camping, or camping long term. These are different types of camping that require different camping tents. You will need a much lighter tent if you are looking for a backpacking tent than if you needed a family camping tent for the weekend. If you are considering long term camping you might consider a cabin tent for your camping tent.
Next, consider how many people you plan to camp with. Family camping tents come in many sizes so get an idea how many people you plan to sleep in the tent to determine the size. I recommend a little larger than the number of people you plan to sleep to allow for an extra sleeper or camping gear if you aren't a backpacker.
If you are on a budget and looking for discount camping tents Coleman tents and Eureka tents would be a great option to meet your needs. Both Eureka tents and Coleman tents offer all the styles and sizes you will need for a family camping tent. They offer large family camping tents such as the Eureka Pine Lodge, Eureka Copper Canyon, and the Coleman Sundome. If you are looking for a little lighter weight, and more flexible family camping tent you might consider the Eureka Timberline.
Knowing what style and what size will make your shopping experience much more pleasant when you go to select you backpacking tent or your family camping tent. Don't let all the brands and styles confuse you, just be prepared with the knowledge of what you are looking for.
Chris Graham is an editor for CGCamping.com, a website that offers family camping tents, and other discounted camping tents. A portion of all proceeds of CGCamping.com benefits children's charities.
Tags:Hiking,Photography, outdoors,Nature, Camping,Vacation,Travel,Tent,Gear,Backpacking,Family
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