Finding A 1 Man Tent For Backpacking
Backpacking can be a highly rewarding activity. Not only is it a way to get outdoors and appreciate nature, but it is a way to escape the urban sprawl and sedentary jobs that most of us hold. However, serious backpacking should not be confused with most people's conceptions of "camping". Backpacking means roughing it, wherever you are, whatever the conditions. This is why finding the best 1 Man Tent is important. Backpackers should consider weight, styles, and individual needs on the search for the right tent.
Climbing through rough terrain in heat (or cold) can be a difficult experience even for the most fit of backpackers. Now add the weight of the pack and it is easy to see why the best 1 Man Tent absolutely must be lightweight. Even an additional few pounds, normally seeming nominal, can feel like a ton of bricks in the middle of an expedition. It is generally recognized that a proper tent should weigh 3 pounds or less.
There are many styles of a 1 Man Tent: single wall waterproof, floorless, hanging, four season, and three season. All have advantages and disadvantages. Single wall waterproof tend to be slightly heavier, but they are of the easiest to set up. Floorless tents are lighter since there is not as much material, but most users must also carry a ground tarp which may negate the lack of material. Hanging tents make use of trees which also provide additional cover from the elements, but will not be of much use in an area without the right trees or a lack of trees. The difference between four season and three season tents are usually debatable. Both are designed to keep weather out. Some backpackers report that 4 season tents, while wonderful in extremely cold weather, are heaviest because of the more durable fabric.
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Considering needs and preferences should also be weighed when considering a 1 Man Tent. If a backpacker is very tall or broad, there is a strong likelihood that some tents may not work. The same holds true if claustrophobia is a factor in the decision making process. Some people prefer to be able to read or just unwind a bit before sleeping. Such individuals would benefit from having a tent fitted with hooks for hanging a lantern. |
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