Tent Waterproofing

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How to Waterproof a Canvas Tent

If you are still camping in a canvas tent, someday you will have to waterproof it. Although canvas is durable and has been used for years to make tents, it eventually will leak when it rains. There are several methods for waterproofing a canvas tent, but this easy one will keep your tent free from leaks for quite awhile. read more
How to Clean Mildew Off of a Waterproof Tent

If you are a regular camper, you likely will eventually be caught in a rainstorm. When this happens, some of your gear will get wet, including your tent. Though it's always best to pack your camping gear away dry, this isn't always possible. When this happens you run the chance of mold and mildew forming on the outside of your tent. It's best to clean the mi… read more
The Best Waterproof Rain Tents

If you're about to head into the deep backcountry for some serious outdoor recreation, you'll need the proper gear. However, if you're expecting to head into rainforest or areas with high precipitation (like the Pacific Northwest), you'll need superior waterproof gear, especially with regard to your shelter. Water finds a way to seep into tents and tarps, so… read more
The Best Waterproof Tents for Foul Weather

The best waterproof tents have the ability to keep you dry during periods of foul weather. Waterproof tents are available in a variety of sizes and weights and can be purchased as a heavy bunker style tent or a lightweight backpacking tent. The best tents have a waterproof rainfly and a breathable design to reduce condensation in wet conditions. Tents should… read more
The Best Stuff to Waterproof a Camping Tent

If you're going to backpack or camp in anything other than dry and warm summer weather, you'll want a tent that's waterproof. Most modern nylon or synthetic fabric tents are built to resist water and snow and will protect well when new. But over time, the waterproofing may begin to break down, allowing water to seep into your tent during inclement weather. A… read more

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Prevent Mold in Camping Equipment

The last thing any camper wants is to open up their camping gear to find or smell mold. If you're already out in the woods when you find it, you'll spend the rest of the trip sleeping with the horrible smell encompassing you. Proper ma… read more
How to Camp in a Tent When It's Raining

Setting up camp and enjoying the outdoors is something many primitive or tent campers enjoy doing. But what happens if you have planned your primitive camping trip and the weather doesn't cooperate? The first response for many would be… read more
What You Need to Know to Buy a Family Tent

Family camping trips are the stuff that memories are made of: roasting marshmallows on the campfire, telling ghost stories, taking an accidental trip through the poison ivy. However, without the right tent your only memories will be of… read more
Cleaning Canvas Tents

Camping gear is bound to get dirty. After all it's living on the dirt, outdoors and bearing the brunt of what Mother Nature throws its way. Your tent will take most of the abuse and at one time or the other you'll need to clean it. Thi… read more
How to Set Up Camping Tents

A good night's sleep can make or break a wilderness adventure. Choose the wrong spot or set up your tent improperly and you could end up hiking in wet gear, while battling sleep deprivation or coddling a sore back. In the backcountry e… read more
The Best Backpacking Tents

When looking around for the best backpacking tents, weight is most likely your number one concern. After all, the odds are good that you will spend 2 to 20 miles hiking to your desired campsite, and carrying a tent that is lightweight… read more
Best 2 Person Tents

Choose your two person tent with great care, since its shelter must provide sufficient room and protection for you and a companion. In addition to the size of the interior sleeping area, consider whether you will be car camping or back… read more
The Best Canvas Tent

If you spend any amount of time camping outdoors, then you need a good canvas tent. These tents are waterproof and protect not only yourself, but also your belongings. The best canvas tent is one designed for families, but also works w… read more
Camping Equipment List

The easiest campsite can become a major headache when you don't have the proper equipment. Likewise, the most difficult sites can be a dream when you come fully prepared. Many people tend to overlook the value of having solid equipment… read more
Texsport Inwood Square Dome Tent Review

This four-person Texsport Inwood Square Dome tent measures 7 feet by 9 feet, with a 72 inch interior height. Its trail weight is approximately 9 pounds. The rain fly is peaked for maximum rain coverage. The floor is polyethylene, makin… read more
How to Camp With Military Tents

Your local Army-Navy store (or its online equivalent) is a great source for cheap camping equipment, including tents. However, it is important to realize that these tents are surplus military tents, so they are often of older designs a… read more
The Best Four-Season Single-Wall Tents

Single-wall tents, made from a single layer of Gore-Tex or similar waterproof-breathable fabric, are a popular choice for high altitude mountaineering. The single-wall construction ensures a substantial weight savings over traditional… read more
Camping Tents for Truck Beds

Camping tents for truck beds allow you sleep above the ground while staying warm and dry. The tents are designed to fit the specific dimensions of the truck bed. Once erected, the camper has room for an air mattress and gear storage. T… read more
How to Clean a Tent With Mildew on It

Packing up a tent when it is still wet invites mildew to grow between the tent fabric and waterproof coating. If the tent is not set up again and allowed to dry soon after it is packed wet, the mildew will spread and permanently stain… read more
Types of Camping Tents & Weather Conditions

If you've ever spent a sleepless night shivering in the wrong tent, you know the importance of choosing the right tent for the weather conditions in which you're camping. All tents are not equal, and you'll pay dearly in comfort if you… read more

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