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Dome Camping Tent
Things To Consider Before You Purchase A Family Camping Tent
Before you purchase a Family Camping Tent, answer these basic questions on how you will be using the tent and what type of camping you will be doing. By determining what type of camping tent is right for you before you buy, you will save money, time and have the perfect tent for your camping experience.
What Type Of Camping Tent Do You Need?
This all comes down to one question. What type of camping do you plan on? If you want to experience the thrills of hiking through the back country, a light weight camping tent for two is the best choice for you. If you are family camping in one location at a camp site, then you might want to opt for some creature comforts of home! Such as room camping tents and Large Family Camping tents that will not only comfortably sleep your entire family but will hold all their personal gear as well.
How many people will be using the tent? And for what purposes?
As this article is geared toward family camping, we’ll stay with the large family style camping tents. First decide on how you will be using your tent. Are you just going to sleep in it? Are you also storing personal items (clothes, entertainment, toiletries) inside? Will you be using the tent to store other camping gear? These are all important to consider before you purchase a camping tent, because when a manufacturer states that a tent sleeps four people, what they really mean to say is – this tent will only fit four normal sized sleeping bags with room for little else! So if your family of four plans to use the tent for more than just sleep, then it’s wise to buy a Large Family Camping tent that sleeps six and quite possibly a tent with more than one room (for those who are planning on camping with pre-teen and/or teenage kids – you know what I mean!).
What Kind Of Camper Are You? And Why This Affects The Type Of Camping Tent You Buy
Again ask yourself what kind of camping you are planning – gentle backpacking, extreme wilderness trekking or family campsite? Typically, if you are a family campsite camper, the amount of time or complexity of setting up your tent is less critical. Obviously, the simpler the better, but for family camping the ease of setting up a large or multiple room family camping tent is not as important of a feature. That is unless you get to your campsite after dusk, then you had better have packed your camping lanterns last! These days most large family camping tents can easily be set up in about 15-20 minutes – if you have read the set-up instructions and have all the guy lines, stakes and tarps handy and ready to use.
What Seasons And Typical Weather Are Most Likely To Encounter?
Obviously spring, summer and fall are the seasons we camp during the most. Yet depending on the geographic area, ask yourself how often could you experience more extreme weather? We all know that sudden rain storms and high winds do happen, and if you typically camp in areas where the possibility of extreme weather can happen, you want to be prepared. Every tent is water resistant to some degree, yet if you camp in an area where frequent rain storms occur, you may want to purchase a tent specifically designed to repel rain. The same thing can be said for high winds, scorching sun and heat and the camping tents that are designed for those types of camping situations, such as stronger poles, sun screens and lots of vents. Buy the tent with the proper features and your camping experience will be that much more wonderful!
Tent Design And Why It Matters
Camping tents come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, colors and formations. Choosing the best one for you again depends on what style of camper you are, where you typically camp and what you will be using your tent for. When purchasing a tent for family camping, remember you only have to set it up once and take it down once. So during your camping experience your tent should be comfortable for everyone to use and function for all activities. Here are several considerations: Height of tent – if you’re 6’4” and you purchase a Dome Tent that is 5’6” high at the tallest point, be prepared for lots of stooping, otherwise you may want to purchase a family style camping tent with enough height clearance for the tallest member of the family! Weather – if you camp in a constantly windy area (like some beaches) a dome style of tent would be better as it’s specifically designed to buffer high and constant winds. Humidity – camping in high humidity areas can bring lots of wonderful insects to your camping experience! You may want to purchase a tent with lots of screened vents and possibly a screened eating canopy as well. Personally, I’m not a bug-in-my-food kind of camper!
A Final Note On Family Camping Tents
Before you embark on your fabulous family camping vacation, set up your tent! Make sure all the guy lines are intact and that you have enough stakes (plus extra just in case) to set up your tent. Also clean the inside and outside of your tent in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions before you repack, you’ll be thankful you did when you get to your campsite!
About the Author
Jana Puckett free lance writer & marketing consultant to industries including building products, camping, karate franchisees & pet grooming. Ms. Puckett is also owner of www.KazooCamping.com, a website devoted to quality family camping gear. Ms. Puckett lives in north Georgia and can be reached at dreamlivecamp@kazoocamping.com.
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BLUE DOME CAMPING TENT - 7' x 5' - 2 MAN SEALED $9.99 |
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Peaktop 6 Person 3 Room Hiking Camping Tent £119.99 This PeaktopTM large Peaktop camping tent (620x325x185/210cm), Featuring an elegant tunnel shape with a generous height (210cm), as well as 2000mm waterproof column, fiber glass and steel frame, is the perfect one in size, value and quality for your trip. Feature: |
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2 man dome tent with double door and mosquito net £18.75 Pe Polyester Flysheet with Breather inner / PE Waterproof Groundsheet Dims W200 x L140 x H100cm,Comes with Fibreglass Poles Complete with Pegs, Guy Ropes and Carry Bag... |
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E-volve Waterproof Ultra-bright LED / Cycle / Bike / camping / mechanic / flying headlamp head lamp £6.74 This all purpose accessory can be used for just about anything and anyone. Will fit heads of all shapes and sizes comfortably. LEDs have over 50000 hours' lifespan.... |
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E-volve large 3-Man Dome Camping / Festival Tent - Sky Blue Normal RRP £39.99, however we deem the quality of the stitching on this batch below standard, so for this reason we are selling them below cost to clear stocks. The tents are fully functional, but the lack of tapered stitching leads us to believe you deserve a bargain! Get straight to the fun while away in the woods, to a festival, at the beach, or just playing in the backyard, with thetent. Use ... |
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E-volve large 3-Man Dome Camping / Festival Tent - Purple Normal RRP £39.99, however we deem the quality of the stitching on this batch below standard, so for this reason we are selling them below cost to clear stocks. The tents are fully functional, but lack the high quality tapered stitching, leading us to believe you deserve a bargain! Get straight to the fun while away in the woods, to a festival, at the beach, or just playing in the backyard, with ... |
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Hello Kitty Small Tent £12.89 The Hello Kitty DomeTent will delight little girls who want to get their hands on all things Kitty! This fun little light-weight tent featuring cute Hello Kitty graphics is a real treat and so much fun for Hello Kitty fans and comes with a fitted ground sheet and extendable poles and is quick and easy to assemble by 1 adult. This brightly colored dome shaped playtent is perfect for use indoors or ... |
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Sylvanian Families Igloo Tent £9.99 Have fun with the Sylvanian Families Igloo Tent indoors or outside in the garden. The Sylvanian Families Igloo Tent features a cute design with high quality graphics of your favourite Sylvanian Family characters . The lightweight design makes this tent quick and easy to assemble and is ideal for both indoor playtime and outdoor use in the garden. The Sylvanian Families Igloo Tent is great for host... |
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Campactive Cape Cod 3-person Dome Camping Outdoor Tent 4kg £44.90 The Campactive "Cape Cod" is a robust 3-person dome tent that provides a wind-and weather-resistant shelter for up to 3 people.The reliable tent weighs only 4kg and can be easily carried on long hikes thanks to its compact dimensions, and its tear-resistant materials ensure that the tent can hold up well in rough conditions.The assembly and disassembly can be completed in minutes and can even be t... |
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Kenn Bennett's Secrets to Enjoying Yosemite Valley Almost everyone who visits Yosemite National Park goes to the Valley and this is the first guidebook to focus solely on the Yosemite Valley. Kenn Bennet shares his secrets learned in over 30 years of visits to the Valley. Secrets like getting lodging reservations and walking alone among giant sequoia trees. Features detailed descriptions of 10 Valley hikes and candid reviews of every sleeping, din... |
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Dome Tent $62.32 Free-standing dome tent can be set up either inside or outsideCamping equipment features one large door with its own windowFour-foot tent also has a window in the back wall to provide airflowSmall vent over the front doorTwo fiberglass poles and pole sleevesTent can also be used for toy storageMeasures 48 inches wide x 48 inches long x 32 inches high |
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Camping Equipment TAURUS 6 Person Family Camping Dome Tent $526.49 Capacity/Berth: 6 people. Assembled dimensions (length width height): 505 x 365 x 190 cm. Packed dimensions (length width height): 2 x 1 x 0.7 (72 x 29 x 22 cm). RAIN FLY:. WATER PROOF 3000mm polyurethane coated and fully seam taped. Mesh vents are built into the rain fly to help promote air flow reduce condensation build up and keep bugs out. Rain fly pitch first. 210T polyester taffeta. UV coated. 67 Stitches per inch. INNER TENT:. Large separate inner tents offers occupants privacy. Huge living area perfect for storing equipment eating meals or lounging around. Solid fabric doors with built in mesh door panels and mesh vents to help promote air flow reduce condensation build up and keep bugs out. Add or remove sleeping rooms depending on how many occupants you have an how much storage space you need. Leave out one or more inner tents and you have a large free standing shelter. 190T breathable polyester. FLOOR:. Polyethylene totally waterproof fully sewn in ground sheet in the SLEEPING AREAS. A tub style fitted removable ground sheet in the LIVING AREA that is attached to the rain fly with the use of hooks and toggles. REMOVABLE means you can easily detach and clean the floor and the rest of the tent including the sleeping areas and rain fly. GUY ROPES:. Polyester interwoven with reflective 3M Scotchlite thread for increased visibility in low light conditions . Large PP webbing straps: are strategically placed at the apex of each tent pole at either end of the tent for maximum resistance and tension to help keep the shape of your tent and maintain the curvature of the rain fly so that the water resistant fabric sheds moisture and prevents build up and penetration of the fabric. TENT STAKES:. Massive ABS tent stakes bolt your tent firmly into the ground so that the structure maintains its shape in strong wind conditions. Reduced number of tent stakes but with bigger and stronger stakes means you save time in assembling the tent reduced risk of losing pieces |
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Wolf Mt. Family Camping Tent $359.63 This large three room dome tent is easy and quick to set up and provides plenty of interior volume and floor space with three twin track doors. This Wolf Mt. family camping tent also highlights a bath tub floor to help keep things dry. Removable room dividers allowing for one large room or three smaller rooms. Four windows in the tent and 2 large roof vents for air flow Bath tub floor helps keep things dry Sewn in pocketsA large duffel style tent bag makes this tent easy to pack and carry to the campsiteSleeps 5-6 Minimum weight: 24 pounds Pack weight: 25 pounds Dimensions: 18 feet x 10 feet Interior height: 74 inches Floor area: 164.6 square feett Pack size: 31 inches long x 9 inches wide Doors: 3 Windows: 4 Rooms: 3 Poles: 5 Pole material: Fiberglass Floor material: 190T polyester taffeta 500mm coating Wall material: 190T polyester taffeta 600mm coating Roof material: 50D no-see-um mesh Netting material: 50D no-see-um mesh Fly material: 190T polyester taffeta 1200mm coating |
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Kelty Trail Dome 4 Tent $199.95 Great for camping on warm summer nights, Kelty's Trail Dome 4 Tent is one of the best values you can tote into the backcountry. This 55-square-foot design has ventilated panels on all sides and a mesh ceiling for exceptional airflow and comfortable cooling. The mesh panels can also be closed for privacy, but keep in mind that the Trail Dome 4 is a three-season tent--it doesn't have the warmth of those pricey four-season climbing tents, but you do get the nice extras like internal storage pockets, gear loft loops and convenient guy-out points for extra support. One important consideration is the door design--the Trail Dome 4 Tent has one door, which might be a concern if you're camping with kids who need quick access outside for midnight bathroom breaks. The single door configuration saves both weight and cost, which makes the Trail Dome 4 suitable for light family backpacking. The two DAC poles are structurally rugged but slightly heavier than the ultra-refined tent poles that you usually find on higher priced tents. Above the door and back mesh window you'll find attachments for shorter lightweight fiberglass brow poles that help keep rain from seeping inside the tent door whenever it's open. If you're looking for a four person tent and you still need to consider the costs of a camping stove, cooking kit and hiking boots, the Kelty Trail Dome 4 Tent is an affordable choice that doesn't stick you with cheap components. If you're looking for extra room in a dual door design, consider Kelty's larger Trail Dome 6 Tent. |
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TENT, HASTINGS SQUARE DOME $36.99 TENT, HASTINGS SQUARE DOME |
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Texsport Lodge Square Dome Tent $317.3 Camp in comfort and style with this dome tentCamping gear sleeps up to five peopleTent stands alone or is attached easily to the back of most sport utility vehiclesMeasures 10 feet long x 10 feet wide x 86 inches highWeight: 24 poundsHeavy-duty taffeta walls and rain fly are polyurethane coated Rip-stop polyethylene floor Rainfly with dual extension awning Two-pole pin and ring frame systems with shock-corded fiberglass polesNo-See-Um mesh T style front door and rear portal with zippered storm flaps Two No-See-Um mesh side windows with zippered storm flaps Durable speed clips secure frame to tent Complete with stakes and carry/storage bag Flame retardant, meets C.P.A.I.-84 specifications Available in Alpine Green, Steel Grey and Chili Pepper color options |
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GIGA Tent Rainier Dome Backpacking Tent $221.21 Get out into nature and enjoy camping in comfort with this Ranier dome backpacking tent. The modified tunnel design of this tent increases interior volume and stability by adding a pole at the head area while large mesh panels provide comfort venting.Full cover fly gives good rain protection and a vestibule for gearVestibule has parallel zippers for entry and the ability to make an awningThree-plus seasonSleeps 1 to 2 Minimum weight: 4 pounds 12 ouncesPack weight: 5 pounds 1 ounceFootprint: 8 feet long x 5 feet wideInterior height: 38 inchesFloor area: 27.23 square feetPack size: 26 inches long x 5 inches in diameter Doors: 1 Window: 1 Rooms: 1 Poles: 3 Pole material: 7000 series aircraft aluminum Floor material: 190T nylon taffeta 1200mm coating Wall material: 190T polyester taffeta 600mm coating Roof material: 50D no-see-um mesh Netting material: 50D no-see-um mesh Fly material: 190T polyester taffeta 1200mm coating |
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Camping $15.99 Camping T-Shirt One hundred percent cotton screen printed t-shirt. Green shirt with camper escaping from his tent as a bear rips a hole in his tent. Tent is surrounded by pine trees with a yellow crescent moon in the sky. |
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