The Beginners Guide to Buying Your FIRST TENT
Are you looking at buying your first Wild Camping tent for hiking, tramping or backpacking? If so, it can be a mine field filled with a whole range of traps you want to be aware of.
In Part 21 of Wild Camping Tips and Tricks, I go over the top 5 things you should check off before buying your first hiking or backpacking tent. Buying a tent is an exciting process, and made even more special when you get it right. Happy buying! ⛺️👏🏼😀
✅ WATCH NEXT…
Part 1: Tents vs Huts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmLD9…
Part 2: The three types of hiking tents https://youtu.be/6G70BLJPq74
Part 3: How to choose the best tent for you https://youtu.be/JzvdKR-jWt0
Part 4: Where to pitch your tent https://youtu.be/mH2WKdPbIBQ
Part 5: How to set up your tent https://youtu.be/i_9eX85N9cY
Part 6: How to pitch a tent in snow and high winds https://youtu.be/bAZjFw3-6iw
Part 7: Wild camping New Zealand cinematic video https://youtu.be/OXrauNTXAJo
Part 8: How to wild camp in strong winds https://youtu.be/cNNcinKe55o
Part 9: How to strengthen your tent for less money https://youtu.be/hJVKjz4UKxw
Part 10: 7 Biggest mistakes wild campers make https://youtu.be/_rAaMH88WHs
Part 11: The Hilleberg Soulo Black Label – The Worlds Toughest Tent https://youtu.be/VXURFncA8QE
Part 12: Ultralight Tents – Ultra Useful or Ultra Stupid? https://youtu.be/37gAfjJAGQg
Part 13: Time to buy a new tent? https://youtu.be/IO_15ZVUlFw
Part 14: How to survive a strong storm https://youtu.be/_N8TmUuiY7I
Part 15: Best wild camping lessons of 2020 https://youtu.be/Td3JukxrcIE
Part 16: Best Camping Items for 2021 – My top 3 must haves https://youtu.be/MGicdyHxbss
Part 17: No excuses – It’s time to get out in the great outdoors! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZz6z
Part 18: Why some people don’t like Wild Camping – And how to fix it https://youtu.be/OhGkU5Fk8c0
Part 19: How to Wild Camp in the Rain – And ENJOY it! (Part 1/2) https://youtu.be/1TmNqDSnRDc
Part 20: How to Wild Camp in the Rain – And ENJOY it! (Part 2/2) https://youtu.be/gSoB5CvgePY
Part 22: Top 5 things to do when your Tent Fails https://youtu.be/OIsZamjtgKw
Part 23: How to buy the best 4-season tent https://youtu.be/aI-2paWYr5k
Part 24: Looking to Solo Camp or Backpack – WATCH THIS FIRST https://youtu.be/myqefAUoqTA
Part 25: 10 emergency kit items every camper needs https://youtu.be/fEGa9LxnWyc
Part 26: Winter Sleep System – How to stay warm all night https://youtu.be/PKr_EdKfZAc
Part 27: Clothing tips to keep you warm while backpacking https://youtu.be/jF5ZR29G1R8
Part 28: The WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE Backpacking Tents – Should You Buy a HILLEBERG? https://youtu.be/fXzwscwPAnc
Part 29: Walk into the Wild https://youtu.be/WNJaZ-VytdY
Part 30: Cheap tent in a strong storm test https://youtu.be/b0MtgQ3QqCM
Part 31: Wild camping snobbery – Is expensive gear really any better? https://youtu.be/vsQDSy_gEPk
Part 32: 7 Backpacking pro tips for beginners https://youtu.be/9-29Wet06PA
Part 33: How to pack your backpack – layering system https://youtu.be/x3JXu0ZQuN8
Part 34: Three types of winter sleep shelters https://youtu.be/3lEeopu5XcA
Part 35: Hiking Huts – Important Do’s and Don’ts https://youtu.be/Ma77DswDVWc
I look forward to any questions or comments you may have.
Stay Safe – Stay Strong. ⛺️👍🏼
Barry Watson