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GearFinders Perfect Selector

In the market for your a new tent, but overwhelmed with all of the various options?  Let GearFinder’s Tent Selector Tool guide you to find the perfect tent for your needs!

Simply scroll through the page and make your selections in each of the sections, to find the option best suited for you.

What is your Ideal Tent Sleeping Capacity Selection

Right off the hop, it is essential to know how many people will be sleeping in your tent!  We will ask you about floor space later.

Your Ideal Tent Height Selection

For many, headroom in a tent is an important consideration.  How important is being able to sit upright, or stand up in your tent to you?

What is your Ideal Tent Floor Space Selection?

In addition to sleeping room, it is also important to consider how much additional space you need for your gear, and to move around.  To determine this, we look at overall floor dimensions.

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What Seasons do you plan on camping?

For most people, summer is the best time for camping.  However, for those who really enjoy spending time in the wilderness, spring, fall, or even winter camping is also an ideal time to get out.

What type of Weather do you expect when camping?

Weather is an important consideration when choosing your ideal tent.  Temperatures, precipitation wind, and the other elements mother nature throws at us can put tents to the test.

Are you concerned about Tent Weight?

Tent construction material typically is a consideration driven based on the type of camping you are most interested in.  Lighter materials are more suitable for backcountry adventures.  Whereas canvas is best suited for road accessible  camping locations.

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Are Room Dividers or Multi-Room Layouts An Important Option?

Depending on your preferences and privacy needs, tents with room dividers creating multi-room layouts may be something desired.  However, these typically are found in conjunction with larger tent dimensions.

Tent Ventilation Considerations

Tent Ventilation is an important consideration when camping in warmer or hot climates.  Venting and openable windows and doors with screens allows for airflow, while keeping the pesky bugs out!

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Tent Cost and Quality

After giving thought to all other variables, the final consideration when choosing the ideal tent for your needs can be heavily influenced based on how much you have in your budget to spent.

Typically, larger, higher quality tents, with more options, come with a higher price tag in comparison to smaller, more basic designs.

GearFinders Selector

Giving consideration to the details outlined above, fill out the fields below and click “Find My Tent” to let GearFinder find the perfect tent for your needs.

Tent Selector

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