Finding the perfect tent can sometimes be a daunting task. We here at ActiveGearReview.com provide the info you want and need in our tent reviews through testing our tents in well maintained campgrounds, BLM lands (often called primitive camping), and into the backcountry on multiday trips. This means we not only know the camping tent specs, but we also let you know how easy it is to set up and take down the tent, how functional the space inside the tent really is, whether the features of the tent are worth more than marketing propaganda, and plenty of other information to help you make your purchase decision.
The idea of camping is inherently exciting, but the traditional method of sleeping on the ground can sometimes dampen the joy, especially for those who like their comfort. Rooftop tents are an innovative, practical,...
First Thoughts on the Napier Sportz SUV Tent Tents have really reinvented themselves the past 5-10 years. As I look back on my camping experiences, I believe it is somewhat of a right of...
With just the rub of a finger the fabric heals holes and punctures. Imperial Motion is taking their Nano Cure Tech into the camping world, in which they created one of the most technologically advanced...
Initial Observations Of The Wenzel Shenanigan Tent Come on, seriously, IT’S A TEEPEE!!!! Who here does not envision a wide open plain with buffalo and the Native American’s humble abode’s dotting the horizon. Ok,...
Lighten the load by packing the Kelty Horizon 2 Tent so you can really cruise up the trails on backpacking trips. Kelty’s lightest two-person tent weighs a cool 3 lbs. and 10 oz. and...
Kelty Trail Ridge 6 Introduction Kelty and the outdoors go hand in hand. From my experience with numerous pieces of gear over the years, their quality is always top notch at a reasonable price....
Big Agnes, based in Steamboat Springs in my home state of Colorado has always made some of my favorite camping gear, from great sleeping bags to innovative inflatable sleeping pads. The company kept up...
The Mountain Hardwear Ghost UL 2 tent comes in at an ultralight weight of 2 pounds, 9 ounces for a packed weight and 2 pounds 2 ounces for a minimum weight. This is the...
The Coleman Carlsbad Fast Pitch 6 Person Tent is a dome tent with a Screen Room attached to the front. The Carlsbad features Dark Room™ technology that blocks 98.4% of sunlight to keep the tent darker...
The MSR Elixir 4 Tent is the perfect camping option for the person who takes the occasional backpacking trip and plenty more car camping trips. This tent provides the structure, design elements, and durability...
The Coleman Longs Peak Fast Pitch 4 Review Coleman, long a staple in the outdoor community, adds yet another tent to their storied lineup with the Coleman Longs Peak Fast Pitch 4. Designed for...
When it comes to tents, both backpacking and car camping, Marmot is one of the brands you look to for high end quality tents. The Marmot Fuse 2 is a lightweight and durable 2...
The three-season, two-person Lightning 2 tent from Sierra Designs is a refreshing and welcome reimagining of what a tent – and what camping – can be. The engineering and design elements comprising the tent...
The Copper Spur UL2 is a 2-person 3-season that packs the ultimate in protection from the elements and creature comforts into a sub 3 pound package for backpacking or car camping. I have spent...
The Tadpole by The North Face has long been a staple in the TNF tent line. I had my first tadpole tent about 10 years ago and took that tent everywhere with me. The...
The Kelty Granby 4 is a great tent for family camping trips. The inside is large enough to fit four comfortably (for a tent), and this tent is equipped with a large vestibule in...
Innovation in camping is high this season and Mountain Hardwear is a big player in this category. Most recently, we tested out the Mountain Hardwear Optic 2.5 tent which sets itself apart from other...
WHO DOESN’T KNOW KELTY? Kelty has long been known as a staple of the outdoor world. Their products are easy to use, quality, and generally just make life just a bit simpler. Kelty makes...
