Taking the family to the lake or beach is always a ton of fun. You’ve got days of bonding with your loved ones to look forward to. So make sure you pack along everything you need to make the most out of that time. That includes your camping tents. First time to buy them? No worries. Here’s what you need to know:
Sleeping capacity
Adequate coverage matters, which is an apt observation. So keep in mind the size of the camping tents you’ll be buying. If you’ve got 4 to 6 people in one group, best to get a large enough tent to accommodate them instead of going for tents only suited for 2 people or 3. With a large enough coverage, your loved ones get to sleep and relax in the shade because there’s plenty enough for everyone. So always put sleeping capacity on top of your list of must-have qualities, says How Stuff Works.
Mesh, windows, and vents
If you’re going camping during the summer, then it’s ideal to choose family camping tents designed with plenty of mesh as well as vents and windows for easy access and excellent ventilation. The last thing you want is to block the air and breeze. You don’t want to end up sweating in your tent so get ones with tents. However, bugs and creepy crawlers do have a way to getting inside so opt for ones designed with meshing to keep them out.
Sturdy zippers
You want your zippers to be sturdy and strong since you’ll use them a lot. You’re going to be in and out of your tent for so many times you’ll need to know your zippers can stand up to the kind of pressure well enough.
So keep these things in mind when you start shopping for tents to pack along for your camping trips.
