Types & Accessories

Learn what a yurt tent is, the real difference from traditional gers, and see which durable canvas design is best for your outdoor adventures. Get started.

Understand what a table tent is, its standard sizes, materials, and how this cost-effective marketing tool can direct attention at your next event or restaurant.

Need a tent wedding venue? Our comprehensive guide compares backyards, beaches, and glampsites, focusing on vital permits and practical logistics. Learn more!

Learn what makes a tent brand great. Our guide to good tent brands cuts through the hype for car campers, backpackers, and families. Find your shelter now!

Find out if a tent footprint is a must-have or a waste of money. We break down the real-world protection, weight, and cost with data from actual tests.

Stop guessing. Learn the science-backed way to stake your tent for maximum hold, with the right stakes for every soil and the knots that won’t fail.

Get a secure pitch by learning how to use tent pegs the right way. We detail the 45-degree rule, selecting stakes for your soil, and critical mistakes to avoid.

Tents are made from nylon, polyester, or canvas. The real story is in the coatings, denier, and ISO 5912 standards. Learn what specs prevent a wet, torn shelter.

Master tent staking with the correct angles, depth, and anchors for any ground. Learn pro techniques for wind, rain, sand, and rock from a seasoned hiker.

Learn how to draw a tent step-by-step. This guide covers dome, A-frame, and tunnel tents with specific pencil techniques for realistic texture and depth.

Learn what a hot tent is: a heated shelter for extreme winter camping. Our guide covers how they work, safety, and picking the best model. Get started!

A bivy tent is a waterproof bivy sack—a minimalist shelter that saves weight and time. Learn when it wins, when it fails, and how to avoid its biggest flaw.