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2 man tent, 2 fiberglass poles. It has proven sturdy in strong wind, but I'm wondering what the weight would do.
If I had been thinking ahead i should have pitched it in the back yard just to see what happens.
I think its eggshell dome shape would have served it well.
I also have a much higher quality "wedge" shaped one-person tent which I think would not have done so well due to the long side of the triangle being up and at less than 45 degree angle.
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That which does not break you makes you stronger. The relevant issue is not ice build-up, since the fabric can probably sustain the expansion of water as it freezes on the surface and may not even freeze depending on how much heat it receives from the tent interior, depending on the outside temperature. Most rain will be shed from the exterior.
The problem with the cheap tent is the failure to protect the interior with a full-length rain fly. The partial rain fly will likely allow penetration from high winds. Furthermore, the fiberglass poles are the Achille's heal, since they will bend and lay the tent flat in high winds, probably further exposing the vents and allowing moisture into the interior.
In order to survive a night, I think that I would want an interior shelter to prevent getting wet. A deep air mattress will keep you off the ground and allow rain to drain out the door if you set-up on a slight slope. Use all of the tie-downs and stake-out to minimize deformation. Look for a plastic lawn bag with about seven feet in length that can protect your sleeping bag from penetrating moisture. The correct size of bag is going to be difficult to find single and affordable, so a sheet of plastic such as painting drip tarp may be best for the purpose. Aternatively, go out and spend $200-$300 on a worthwhile tent with aluminum poles, durable fabric, and full rain fly that is adequate for the challenging weather conditions you will confront. REI Camp Dome 2, $100, should handle the trip. If you are going to be threatened in a cheap tent, I am concerned that your other gear may not be up to the circumstances.
That which does not break you makes you stronger. The relevant issue is not ice build-up, since the fabric can probably sustain the expansion of water as it freezes on the surface and may not even freeze depending on how much heat it receives from the tent interior, depending on the outside temperature. Most rain will be shed from the exterior.
The problem with the cheap tent is the failure to protect the interior with a full-length rain fly. The partial rain fly will likely allow penetration from high winds. Furthermore, the fiberglass poles are the Achille's heal, since they will bend and lay the tent flat in high winds, probably further exposing the vents and allowing moisture into the interior.
In order to survive a night, I think that I would want an interior shelter to prevent getting wet. A deep air mattress will keep you off the ground and allow rain to drain out the door if you set-up on a slight slope. Use all of the tie-downs and stake-out to minimize deformation. Look for a plastic lawn bag with about seven feet in length that can protect your sleeping bag from penetrating moisture. The correct size of bag is going to be difficult to find single and affordable, so a sheet of plastic such as painting drip tarp may be best for the purpose. Aternatively, go out and spend $200-$300 on a worthwhile tent with aluminum poles, durable fabric, and full rain fly that is adequate for the challenging weather conditions you will confront. REI Camp Dome 2, $100, should handle the trip. If you are going to be threatened in a cheap tent, I am concerned that your other gear may not be up to the circumstances.
Where to get a decent cheap tent?
Jake
I've just been away camping in my 2 man tent, it did the trick -just about! It was a very cheap one as it was a last minute thing to go to a festival, anyway, one night it rained a lot and every time the wind blew the tent a little water started dripping in! So i've decided its time to upgrade!
I'm looking for a 2 or 3 man tent with a small entrance area so i can keep my muddy boots out of the sleeping area and ideally i would like a double skinned one to keep condensation down to a minimum, I have something like this in mind - http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_786605_langId_-1_categoryId_236903
I don't want to spend more than about £30 so if you see anything that ticks all of my boxes then please let me know! Suggestions of places to look would be good too. I am also living in the UK!
Many thanks for any contributions :)
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It's a bit tricky recommending camping equipment when I live in a different country. Virtually all of the budget stuff is now made in a number of factories in China. The same factory may well make 10 different brands of tents. Next season another factory will get the contract to make them - sometimes the quality drops (ie low price bidder)
Really the only way is to look at them yourself & try to get a feel for what's available. You're looking at a price that is right at the bottom of the market, but sometimes surprisingly good stuff comes up at that sort of price.
A generally good product here (in Oz) is DMH but they've just changed hands & I notice their alloy poles are now a lot softer & easier to bend ie not as good as they were.
What sort of tent to get depends on the use you'll be putting it to. Sounds obvious but there's a huge difference between using it for hikng in the hills in winter regularly & an occasion beach camp in summer. So decide what you want it for then go looking.
Things to look out for
1/ is it big enough for the job?
2/ is the quality of the stitching good?
3/ What sort of poles does it have? Alloy is lighter, f/glass is cheaper
4/ does the fly cover the whole tent?
5/ what sort of zips does it have?
6/ Can it be opened up for ventilation, closed up for warmth?
7/ how heavy is it?
8/ how easy to erect?
9/ how well will it stand up in a wind? (Cross pole dome tents are not good in strong winds)
10/can I open up the fly without letting water in if it's raining? Some tents seem to funnel water in when unzipped.
11/ what size is the vestibule/s
12/can I afford a better tent or do I stay home in bad weather?
It's a bit tricky recommending camping equipment when I live in a different country. Virtually all of the budget stuff is now made in a number of factories in China. The same factory may well make 10 different brands of tents. Next season another factory will get the contract to make them - sometimes the quality drops (ie low price bidder)
Really the only way is to look at them yourself & try to get a feel for what's available. You're looking at a price that is right at the bottom of the market, but sometimes surprisingly good stuff comes up at that sort of price.
A generally good product here (in Oz) is DMH but they've just changed hands & I notice their alloy poles are now a lot softer & easier to bend ie not as good as they were.
What sort of tent to get depends on the use you'll be putting it to. Sounds obvious but there's a huge difference between using it for hikng in the hills in winter regularly & an occasion beach camp in summer. So decide what you want it for then go looking.
Things to look out for
1/ is it big enough for the job?
2/ is the quality of the stitching good?
3/ What sort of poles does it have? Alloy is lighter, f/glass is cheaper
4/ does the fly cover the whole tent?
5/ what sort of zips does it have?
6/ Can it be opened up for ventilation, closed up for warmth?
7/ how heavy is it?
8/ how easy to erect?
9/ how well will it stand up in a wind? (Cross pole dome tents are not good in strong winds)
10/can I open up the fly without letting water in if it's raining? Some tents seem to funnel water in when unzipped.
11/ what size is the vestibule/s
12/can I afford a better tent or do I stay home in bad weather?
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