Our Best Family Camping Tents
Whether you’re backpacking or river rafting, find the right tent for your whole crew.
Understanding Tent Packaged Weight & Minimum Weight
What’s the difference between these two industry terms? Here’s a closer look.
Why & How: Using the MSR® Tent Footprint
Who needs a tent footprint? You do. MSR® tent footprints are one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your tent, adding an extra layer of protection between floor and ground. A footprint will not only help reduce wear and tear when sleeping on rough surfaces, but it will also add a layer of waterproof protection if things get miserable out there. How to Choose a Tent Footprint While it’s true that just about anything between your tent’s floor and the ground is a good thing, using MSR Tent Footprints with MSR tents is the best choice for overall efficiency. Our custom sizing assures you get the coverage you need without any wasted weight or space in your pack, and they’ll do exactly what you need them to…
The Ultimate Guide to MSR Tents
Whether you’re climbing the biggest peaks on earth or planning a campout with the family, MSR has the perfect tent for you. MSR tents are built on a foundation of lasting performance and targeted design, delivering just what you need for any adventure. But with so many specialized tents to choose from, picking the right one can seem daunting. In reality, finding the right tent is pretty straightforward when you have the right information and a basic understanding of what makes each tent tick. Thus, we present to you the Ultimate Tent Guide as a beacon to light your way through it all. Below you’ll find all of our tent offerings laid out by category. This is your first step in locating the right tent for your needs. Once you’re…
Which MSR Tent Stake is Right for You?
Home is where you stake it. But choosing the right stake for the job makes all the difference. Learn which in the MSR line up is best for you.
Tents 101: Single-Wall vs. Double-Wall Tents
It’s basic terminology, but do you know the difference? Learn the definitions of these two construction designs.
Backpacking Cookware: Making It All Fit in Your Pack
Learn how to nest your pots, stove and other cooking gear to save as much space as possible.
Hubba Hubba vs. FreeLite: Which Backpacking Tent is Right for You?
All MSR tents are engineered and built to stringent standards of quality and performance. With decades of tent design under our belts, we can say with confidence that you can’t go wrong with any MSR tent, as long as you get the one that’s built for your needs. We offer numerous options within each category of tent, dialed in for specific users who demand certain things, and our backpacking tents are a great example of this variety. Whether you’re choosing your first backpacking tent or your tenth, the trick is knowing what you need in a tent. Answering a few simple questions can help narrow down the specs and features you should look for. If you’re here, you know you want a tent for backpacking, so let’s break down the…
Your Pre-Season Backpacking Gear Checklist
You’re ready to hit the trail, but is your gear? Run through this list before packing up and heading out into the back of beyond!