Tent Poles: The Frame of the Tent

There are many things to understand when purchasing cheap tents.  One of them is the structure and what keeps them together.  Tent Poles are very important parts of a tent that keep it standing and in place.  The entire integrity of the structure can depend on these two things.  You are going to have a lot of options to consider in finding a tent that meets your needs and understanding more about what keeps your tent standing will help you find a tent that will last longer under the conditions you will be using it in.
Tent poles are the framework for your tent.  You attach the body of the tent and all of the the tent material to the poles and this gives your tent its shape.  Picture… Continue reading

Canvas Tents, Polyester Tents and Nylon Tents, What’s the Difference?

When you are shopping for cheap tents it is important to understand the type of materials tents will be made out of because this will affect many aspects of your camping experience and how long your tent will last.   Different materials have different pros and cons associated with them.  If you have ever wondered about what a camping tent is made out of and how it affects your tent, just think about your wardrobe for a second.  I’m sure you can tell the difference between wearing a cotton shirt and other materials.  Many athlete’s today, particularly golfers, like to wear shirts that are not 100% cotton because it doesn’t  allow their body to cool down enough trapping the sweat.  Make sure when you are finding the perfect camping tent… Continue reading