Choosing a big tent

Changing your routine and enjoying the fresh air in a tent in nature is a great idea. But what kind of tent is suitable for a noisy family, and whether there are models on the market that allow you to spend a wonderful time in the mountains without freezing is another question.

If you buy the wrong tent, then discomfort is guaranteed, you can even get a cold or frostbite if the natural conditions are harsh, and it is especially dangerous if you have children with you. And it's really unpleasant to experience all these difficulties when you are already on a hike, away from home. After devoting a few minutes to reading this article, you can easily purchase a tent exactly to your taste and preference.

Models of all forms are presented on the market, but in terms of capacity, tents are 2, 3, 4-seater, and the so-called group or family - when a large number of people are planning to accommodate in one tent. But if, for example, a tent is for 3 people, this does not mean that there are only places for 3 people, and no one else can squeeze through - such tents are made, as it were, “with a margin”, and you can easily place your luggage there or even invite a couple more guests. Consider what kind of tent you need to buy for a large family.

In operation, large tents provide all the comforts, but they are quite heavy in weight compared to other options. The height of the largest tent reaches a couple of meters, but even a tall person can move freely along it.

It is worth looking into options such as large seasonal (winter) tent: it accommodates many people, and is especially convenient in terms of its technical characteristics in winter, although, of course, it is used all year round. Such a tent will provide babysitting, and adults will also be able to sit comfortably. The portable house accommodates about 20 people, and even more.

If the weather conditions are severe, then you can not be afraid that something will happen to the tent. It perfectly protects against gusts of wind, withstands any precipitation and is absolutely not blown. Inside there is stove heating, although it is the cheapest, it is the safest.

Of the minuses, it is worth noting that the tent is not so easy to assemble and disassemble due to its size, but on the other hand, by purchasing such a tent, you will be guaranteed a comfortable outdoor recreation, children will be delighted with such a mini-house, and there will always be an opportunity to comfortably accommodate and relax.

There are a lot of models of multi-seat family tents, but with the letter “M” they sell the best. Tent numbers can be different: 5 M, 6 M, 10 M and so on.

For example, An absolute favorite of many camping families is the 15M tent.Its dimensions are simply huge - 4 by 7 meters! A large company or family will comfortably accommodate at 15 meters without any constraint. The construction fabric has two layers, both waterproof and very durable, not blown by the wind, keeping all the heat inside due to the air circulating between these two layers. Inside there is also an aluminum structure that heats up quickly, and the frame is very strong and secure, so you don't have to worry about the tent falling on your head at any moment.

The bottom can always be unfastened. The awning has a gable roof, and if you are hiking in winter, then the snow will not be able to stay on the roof, bending the structure, and if it is a rainy summer, then, accordingly, drops will not form water reserves or puddles on the roof. Any precipitation with this form of roof will not be able to linger. To provide heating there is a cutting under the chimney. And for the exit of smoke, there is also a hole in the roof.

If there is a desire, family members can divide the tent into original “rooms” - they are transparent, but they perfectly divide the space. You can always cover the partition with a cloth if necessary to make it impossible to see through the wall. The windows are also made of transparent film: for the penetration of light, and so that mosquitoes and midges do not fly inside.

Even if family tents are most often called "winter tents", this is just a way to designate a model. In fact, this is a full-fledged tent for a large group of people, and it is designed for a variety of weather conditions. The temperatures allowed for living in such tents range from -50 to +50 degrees Celsius.

One of the best options for a family vacation is a tent Alexika Victoria 10. It can accommodate at least 10 people, there are 2 vestibules, you can even create an impromptu dining room. The disadvantage will be a large EU of 28 kg, as well as a rather high cost.

If there are no more than 6 of you, then you can choose a tent Greenell Virginia 6 plus. Very roomy, fully protected from the weather, there are 2 separate bedrooms. The entrance is 2 meters high, inside there are organizers and internal pockets for small items. Weight - 15.5 kg.

In winter, such a tent can be assembled up to half an hour, in other seasons it will be faster. It is convenient that the length of all pipes is the same, and all connecting parts are combined. The pipes are coated with a polymer, which means that they will not rust. The kits come with bolts and nuts with instructions. Parts usually take 4 identical bags.

All worthy tourist models are made from the so-called Oxford cloth, which is reliable and durable. The awning is fastened with carabiners on a special frame. The bottom of the tent can always be zipped up and is impermeable, so even placing on a puddle of water (which is not recommended) you will not feel, as the floor of the tent will be completely dry. The awning itself has a PU coating - a water-repellent polyurethane (PU in the English version) or silicone (Si) coating, it is applied to the fabric, and this does not allow water to penetrate through it.

When buying, pay attention so that all seams are carefully glued, and the awning material really has the specified impregnation, and was not just a successful marketing ploy, which can only be checked already on a hike, when suddenly the whole tent is wet to the skin from the first rain.

Pay attention not to brands, but to impressive sizes and design features so that all the needs that you have in mind on a hike are satisfied. So, if you have many children, and besides you, several other relatives are traveling, it is wiser to buy a tent of the largest size. Or if it is winter, then it is worth choosing a model with a stove. If you are planning to settle in a picturesque place that you want to admire endlessly, but the weather is not expected to be very good, then pay attention to options with a large number of windows.

If you plan well, and think about who is riding, what conditions you will be in, and what kind of weather is expected, you can choose the perfect model that will turn your holiday into an enjoyable and unforgettable adventure.

See the next video for an overview of the large tent.