so i'm sold on camping into october now ....but what about the tent??? ours is described as a two season tent (i think) does this mean it won't be suitable ???? what are the things to look out for in a tent to be used year round (well almost )
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October 23rd....mmmm who knows ???
Quote: Originally posted by sueandjohn on 23/6/2006
so i'm sold on camping into october now ....but what about the tent??? ours is described as a two season tent (i think) does this mean it won't be suitable ???? what are the things to look out for in a tent to be used year round (well almost )
Smaller tents are better ,less space to heat up ,double skinned throughout ( better insulated ) full sewn in grounsdheet ( obviously part of a double skin anyway) mud flaps on outer fly too ( if possible ? )an extended porch or canopy of some kind to cook under ( or additon of a kitchen tent too )
You've reminded me of a trip we made several years ago when we went camping in the October 1/2 term. We had a four man ridge tent then... a bit battered but home from home.
The weather was cold but sunny and we were ready for a fresh energising weekend of walking....
Imagine our surprise to get up on Saturday morning to a fresh 2" sprinkling of snow!
Everywhere was so quiet and peaceful, we had a fantastic day and came back to a warm, dry, cosy tent.
Happy memories eh?... thats what camping's all about...
------------- I just can't get enough...Camping!!!
My tent is also classified as a 2 season tent, does this mean it can't be used for anything other than spring and summer?
Steve
no just that the tent is not guarenteed in autumn /winter weather conditions ,its a case of 'on oyur own back be it 'if it comes a cropper due to extreme weather conditions!
The thing I like about camping late autumn/eary spring is sitting out on a clear cold night and looking at the stars,they are amazing when there is on light pollution.
Whlle you can see the great outdoors without camping, I get a much better appreciation of dawn and dusk away from the city and double glazed insulation.
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
Topic: tents in october ???
