How to Use a Tent When Hiking

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Ultralight Backpacking Tents and Shelters | Section Hikers Backpacking Blog More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Diane Merians | permalink
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In this part, I go into more depth about the advantages and disadvantages of different types of ultralight tents and shelters and explain the types of conditions they're best suited for.
Tags: cat-cut tarps,a-frame pitch,abbreviated as mids,backpacking hammocks,catenary cut tarps,double walled tents,flat tarps,internal condensation,modified pryamids,pyramids,single walled shelters,tarp tents,for beginners,tents and shelters

For further reading: http://sectionhiker.com/how-to-choose-an-ultralight-tent-or-shelter-part-2/ ^[1]

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The Best Backpacking Tent Review More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by ktulu 0421 | permalink
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What's the best backpacking tent? In a multi-year backpacking bonanza, we tested over 23 of the best two-person tents on the market. We used these tents everywhere from Maine to th...
Tags: Backpacking Tent, reviews, ratings, comparison guide
For further reading: http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Backpacking-Tent-Reviews ^[2]

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What to look for to find the best backpacking tent to meet your needs and interests? Learn lessons from our review of backpacking tents such as: which features really matter, and will spending more give you any practical benefit. More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Dale Kammerich | permalink
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What to look for to find the best backpacking tent to meet your needs and interests? Learn lessons from our review of backpacking tents such as: which features really matter, and will spending more give you any practical benefit.
Tags: buying advice for Backpacking Tent, buyer's guide, buying advice
For further reading: http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Backpacking-Tent-Reviews/Buying-Advice ^[3]

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Hammock Camping 101: 5 Reasons Why You Should Switch From A Tent To A Hammock More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Jennifer Brokaw | permalink
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“Think outside the tent.” It’s a saying I’ve been using since Trek Light Gear began. I grew up camping in a tent. So did just about every one of you

For further reading: http://www.treklightgear.com/treklife/tent-to-hammock/ ^[4]

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Category: Fun | 9 years, 3 month(s) ago

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1. http://sectionhiker.com/how-to-choose-an-ultralight-tent-or-shelter-part-2/

2. http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Backpacking-Tent-Reviews

3. http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Backpacking-Tent-Reviews/Buying-Advice

4. http://www.treklightgear.com/treklife/tent-to-hammock/