5 types of tents

 

If you like to take care of every detail when you go on a weekend trip, we are sure that you have everything you need to have a perfect day. But sometimes we go a step further and decide to go camping in a place we've heard wonderful things about. It's time to choose a tent that suits your needs. We are going to show you different types of tents so you can choose yours. Let's go!

Types of tents perfect for you and your excursions

A tent is essentially a temporary dwelling, a way to travel to different places without having to depend on a fixed place to stay. There are family-sized, medium-sized, and small tents, and everything will depend on your needs and the number of people accompanying you, which is why it is so important to know the types of tents available on the market.

Igloo Tent

The igloo tent is named because its shape closely resembles the igloos of the Eskimos. It is a tent in the shape of a half-sphere, thanks to which this type of tent resists wind and rain well.

It has important advantages depending on the type of traveler you are, such as its light weight, the fact that the interior space is one hundred percent usable, and its very easy assembly.

If you are looking for a tent for two people, our recommendation is the KAMPA BRIGHTON 2 Tent.

Canadian Tent

It is the classic tent. The design is traditional, with a triangular front, front entrance, and double canvas. It is also common to add an extra awning to make the entrance wider. It is common to see them in campsites with their awnings, where shoes are placed to avoid soiling the interior. In recent years, their use has declined, but they are still a classic. In addition, you can find them at a reasonable price for a single person. Without a doubt, retro never goes out of style.

Frame Tent

The frame tent is designed for camping trips lasting several nights, as its assembly and disassembly are more complicated and slower than other types of tents.

A frame tent cannot be comfortably carried in a backpack or on the back of a motorcycle. Therefore, it is an option more suited for getaways with a car. Its structure is more similar to that of a house, i.e., rectangular, and with a rather comfortable and spacious height.

It is divided into different rooms, like bedrooms. This makes it a very comfortable tent when traveling with several people, or for families of more than four members.

They are the most expensive tents, and also the largest. There are different options depending on the number of people who will sleep in it, the space needed, or the type of material it is made of.

Insulated Tent

Among the types of tents, the insulated tent is the least common. It has an irregular shape that resembles an igloo tent, but its use is completely different. Insulated tents are used for mountain camping. For this reason, their structure makes them wind-resistant and the interior is very well insulated from the cold; in short, it is a perfect shelter for low-temperature areas if you plan to go out in the middle of winter.

Tunnel Tent

Tunnel tents are, as their name suggests, elongated, tubular shelters. They have steep walls and therefore offer the most usable interior volume compared to floor space.

Assembly is very simple; you just need to guide the parallel poles through the corresponding channels and stretch them into an arch shape. They are then fixed to the tent floor and brought into an upright position with guy ropes.

Since the inner tent is usually connected to the outer tent, there's no need to pitch them separately. In case of strong winds, make sure the narrow, sloped side of the tent faces the wind to present the smallest possible surface area.

Our recommendation, the KAMPA BRIGHTON tent for four people.

Types of tents by weight

A lightweight tent is considered to be one that weighs around 1 kilo, medium tents are between 1 and 2.5 kilos, and heavy tents are those over 2.5 kilos. Lightweight tents are ideal for carrying on a motorcycle or in a backpack. For the rest, a car or a caravan is better.

As you will have noticed, making a list of everything we should take when camping always comes in handy. But having a second home to serve as a refuge is the basis of any trip you are planning. Have you chosen yours?