Tents

In selecting a tent, it is well to consider a few basic questions prior to picking a make and model rather than the other way around.

Is your tent largely to be used straight out of the boot of your car or off the back of a yak, or are you intending to lug it up hill and down dale in your rucksack?

If the former, then it is worth going for the luxury of a little extra space and two doors as you will find this a great boon during long term stays and you will get less condensation. If the latter, then as light as practicable is sensible - and this will usually mean a single door.

Lightweight 2/3 Season Tents

Tents designed for lightweight use - mountain marathons, backpacking etc.

Mountain Tents

One, two or three at a squeeze person tents designed for the toughest conditions the winter weather can throw at them.

Specialist High Altitude Mountain Tents

Ultralight single skin tents that will only work effectively in the drier atmossphere encountered at altitude.

Basecamp Tents

Large mountain tents designed to accommodate three or more people at basecamp.

Tent Accessories

Tent pegs, poles, snow stakes, underlay etc.