Archive for the ‘Tents’ Category
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North Face Tents
Sunday, July 5th, 2009
hat is North Face?
The North Face is an outdoor product manufacturing company, specializing in products like jackets, tents, fleece wear, luggage, and shoes started by Douglas Tompkins in 1966. Their clothing and equipment lines are specifically aimed towards climbers, mountaineers, skiers, snowboarders, and hikers.
Mr. Tompkins sold the business in 1968, and The North Face is [...] -
Eureka Copper Canyon 6 Person
Monday, June 1st, 2009
This weekend we tried out the Eureka Copper Canyon 6 Person Tent. I was really impressed at the overall quality of the tent. Eureka put in some extra small features that will go a long way towards making the tent last longer.
It is difficult sometimes to compare tents on price alone because often times someone [...] -
REI Half Dome Tent Review
Saturday, March 7th, 2009
Good video review showing some of the uses of the REI Half Dome 2 Tent. Not only a good review, but shows how to use the different features of the tent.
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Camping Tents – What The Tent Ratings Mean
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009
Been shopping for a new camping tent? Wonder what 3-season or 4-season means? Confused about what a family tent or convertible tent classification means? Let’s try to cut through all the marketing lingo and get down to what you should really look for when you see camping tent ratings or classifications.
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Wedding Tents
Saturday, February 21st, 2009
When it is your big day, you simply want everything to be perfect as the way you had envisioned it. Whether the wedding is on the beach or in the small garden of your house, you definitely do not want it raining down on your dream set up and this can be well avoided, by [...]
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Party Tents and Their Uses
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
Want to host a party that will make your guests go wild? Why not set up a party tent and let them have the time of their life?
These days, outdoor gatherings are on the rise and many people use party tents to create an enclosed space out of doors. Weddings are an excellent example. When [...] -
Things Not to Do With a Tent
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
While most tents are as dependable as the family dog there a few surprising tips we have come across over the years to keep you out of the doghouse. Some of these tips may be obvious while others debatable. At a minimum they should get you think a little more critically about the things you [...]
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The Kid’s Camping Tents Guide – Maintenance
Monday, January 19th, 2009
Kid’s camping tents are a critical component when it comes to enjoying some free time with your little ones in the wild. It is absolutely vital that you know and understand the basic care and maintenance when it comes to caring for your tent that is uniquely designed for children. The maintenance will be extremely [...]
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Three Very Unique Camping Tents
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
The designs of camping tents are becoming more and more innovative. Backpacking tents are getting lighter and lighter. Tents are easier to set up and to take down. They are becoming more durable and more weather-resistant. They are easier to fold away and to store. There are many ways in which camping tents have changed [...]
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Car Tents Or Trailers? Arguments For Both
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
Some of my fondest memories growing up was car camping. Families can see so much of the world on a decent budget by bringing their camping gear along. It also promotes teamwork among family members (always a good thing to keep up) and a chance to see parts of the countryside that haven’t been touched [...]
