Setting Up Your Tent in the Wind
Tricks for completing one of the hardest camp tasks—especially when you’re solo.
Tricks for completing one of the hardest camp tasks—especially when you’re solo.
These feature comparisons will help you decide.
By Ryan Hayter The Lunch Room (TLR): Shelter is a basic need for mankind. What exactly do you do? Terry Breaux (TB): I design tents. It’s not just about stopping the rain from getting in or about deflecting cold weather. It’s more about how you feel when you’re in the space – the livability. How easy is it to get in? How do you function inside? Is the natural lighting plentiful and pleasant? Does it make you comfortable? All of this goes into the design process. For four season tents you’re looking for security and strength while three-season backpacking tents need to be airy and light. Every design is different. TLR: You’re probably one of a handful of tent designers in the world. How did you get into it? TB: I…