Tents are the Crown Jewels of Camping Gear
A tent is the most important part of your camping gear. You can have a entire truck load of gear but if have no tent, a bad tent or the wrong tent all of your other camping equipment becomes useless. You can get by without an axe by using more kindling and burning larger bits of wood. A camping stove is a great convenience but you can always cook on the fire. A tent however is essential.
How do you pick a tent? Its really not that hard despite the large array of choices. You should get the best tent you can afford and buy one that is slightly bigger than you think you will need. If you have four adults on your trip and gear you should look to buy an eight person tent. A four person tent will contain four adults but not comfortably and not necessarily with enough room for all the supplies you bring and need to keep safe or dry. After this its just a matter of choosing the right shape, height, and area. Remember not to buy too big because you may have trouble finding a flat spot to lay your tent out. Always remember that the tent is the most important part of your camping equipment.
