4 Man Tent Options

Our family has several 4 man tents, because we are 4, my wife and 2 kids. I learned a lot in the years because I did a lot research before buying one, here is what I can teach you:

When choosing a 4 man tent there are several options available. You can choose to have a simple tent structure with no outside area flap cover or you can choose a structure that does have one. The Vango Beta 450 tent has a large porch area that also doubles as the entrance to the tent. It does not have an overhead cover flap. It is styled to be a tunnel tent and is a 4 man capacity tent. It has a center pole, which allows for maximum space within the tent so it is easy to use the porch area.

The Coleman Ridgeline 4 Plus tent is designed to be a spacious family tent. It has two separate rooms that allow the area to be used for different functions. The tent is large enough to accommodate a table and chairs. The structure has two doors that can be opened to allow better air flow when it is very hot. The tent also comes with a set of porch poles and a cover that is supported by the poles to create an outdoor porch area at the entrance of the tent. The tents are constructed of durable polyester that is both breathable and weather resistant. The tents that incorporate a mesh also use the polyester fiber in design and the mesh acts to allow airflow while keeping bugs and insects from entering the structure. The tents also come with groundsheets used as flooring which is also weather resistant. It is also a good idea to get what is called a footprint for your tent. All this is, is simply an extra layer of protection between your tent and the ground. Who knows, you might miss a stone or a twig that could puncture a hole or tear in the floor of your tent. Having a footprint along and setting the tent on top of the footprint will eliminate a lot of these worries. Some of the tents designed to accommodate 4 people, will have windows in them. The windows can be constructed of PVC material, which is also a durable plastic material that is very easy to maintain.

igher quality tents will also include a power cord access door that allows you to easily plug into any electrical current in the area. When choosing the proper tent for camping purposes you want to look for adequate ventilation. Most of the newer designs of tents use a polyester or polyester blend material to make the fabric more breathable. A tent is going to be standing in the sun as an enclosed space for the duration of the day. Without adequate ventilation and air flow the inside of the structure will become stuffy and uncomfortable to be in.

Another thing to look for when purchasing a tent is its portability. It seems when you buy cheap tents the storage bag gets smaller. It may be worth your money to buy a more expensive tent because normally it is easier to pack up the more expensive tents. A large unit such as a 4 man tent will have one or more tent poles that will go with the structure. Most of the tents available today come with bags the units fit into when not in use. If you intend to go hiking to where you want to camp, you will need to know that you are able to carry your tent with you. If you are unsure, put it on your back and walk around the block a couple of times, how does that feel? There are a lot of variables that make up the weight of the tent. These include: the material used to construct the tent poles and tent pegs. Titanium is going to be the lightest and the strongest but it is also going to be the most expensive.

The prices of the tents vary depending on the model and features that the tent has. The Vango Equinox 450 is lightweight and can be used with a backpack, but also has an enormous amount of space. The tent can be setup in as little as 15 minutes and retails for about $180.

Well now you know a little bit more about your different 4 man tent options and some things to look for along the way. At the very top of this page is a bunch of ebay listings for auctions. This is a great place to find a great deal on a new or used 4 man tent. Right below that are a few options from Amazon were you are almost guaranteed to get the lowest price.

With a quality tent, you will also need air mattresses. I suggest you to get a Queen Air Mattress, for you and your wife. Find the best reviews here, it helped me a lot during our camping adventure in the past 3 years.