Re: [Paddlewise] Tents

George,

Don't forget to ask if you want a four season, three season or just
a summer tent. If you plan to do any winter camping a four season
is desirable, otherwise a three season is fine. I have a Clip Silver
Eldorado that weighs nine pounds but chucked the fiberglass
poles after 150-Kilometers of backpacking convinced me
aluminum poles are the way to go. Saved three pounds when
I did. The three person tent is more than adequate for my
needs, gear storage and all. Yes you can get a cot inside
(and why not a little luxery is a nice thing) but can't be used
if two people plan to use it. Therefore a four person is
probably the way to go, especially if a person gets landlocked
having to wait out bad weather conditions before being able
to paddle again. You can always buy the aluminum poles later
for such a time that you want to save weight.

Best Regards,

Philip

Geo. Bergeron wrote:

>         My next piece of equipment is going to be a tent. I'm looking at the
> REI Camp Hut, Half Dome, or they have a Kelty  Creekside 2 on sale. There's
> a 4 person Camp Trails for cheap that is huge (96" X 96" X 57" height) and
> not too heavy (9lbs). I can't decide whether to go for a larger tent (3 or 4
> person for one person 95% of the time) or save some money and keep the cargo
> weight down with a smaller two person. I'm assuming the better tents have
> aluminum poles--or is that a weight thing? Because I'd be using it mostly
> out of a boat, weight is not a big consideration.  The idea of having some
> space to sit in out of the weather appeals. It might be nice to have a cot
> in a tent with space to change clothes and then use the truck or kayak for
> stowing food and gear. I've been known to camp without a boat. . .
>
>         Any chance this is as hot a topic as ballast?
>
>
>
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