On long hikes, the skill of using a single tent is essential to ensure the safety and comfort of the journey. Here are some key tips:
First, carrying and finishing
Choose the right packaging method:
Give up the original tent bag: the original tent bag is often longer, not easy to fit into the backpack, and easy to be scratched while walking by branches and so on. It is recommended to use a large sleeping bag cover for the tent, which saves space and is easy to carry.
Compress the tent volume: the tent is randomly stuffed into the sleeping bag cover, do not have to pursue the folding neatly, which can reduce the aging of the folding place. If you need to save space further, you can add a sleeping bag compression strap to the outside.
Reasonable storage of tent poles:
Vertical storage: Place the tent pole upright in the backpack to avoid bending or breaking.
External hanging method: If the backpack space is limited, you can also consider hanging the tent pole outside the backpack, but ensure that it is fixed firmly to avoid shaking when walking.
Second, site selection and construction
Choose the right location:
Flat ground: Choose a relatively flat ground to build the tent, and avoid building on slopes or potholes to ensure the stability and comfort of the tent.
Shelter: Try to build the tent in the shelter, such as the shelter of the mountain, behind the boulder, etc., to reduce the impact of the wind on the tent.
Stay away from dangerous areas: Avoid setting up tents in dangerous areas such as cliffs and riverbeds in case of natural disasters such as Rolling Stones and floods.
To set up the tent correctly:
Open the tent: Gently lay the tent on the ground, making sure the wall and bottom of the tent are smooth.
Raise the tent: Use pillars to raise the tent to create an enclosed space. Note that the pillar should be inserted tightly to avoid loosening.
Secure the tent: Use rope and ground nails to secure the tent to the ground. The ground nail should not be inserted straight down, and should be inclined to the ground at a 45-60 degree Angle to increase the fixed resistance. The pull rope should be pulled tight, but not tied into a knot, so that it can be adjusted at any time.
Separate the inside and outside of the tent: If the tent is a two-layer tent, try to separate the inside and outside of the tent to keep the tent dry. When tying the inner tent, first flatten and tie the two corners of the diagonal line, and then flatten and tie the other two corners in turn. Then cover the outer curtain on the tight inner curtain and fix the points.
Third, use details
Pay attention to the management of the tent entrance:
Close the tent entrance in time: Close the tent entrance in time after entering and leaving the tent to prevent mosquitoes and other small animals from flying into the tent.
Avoid too large tent mouth: do not open the tent mouth too large, so as not to affect the warm effect of the tent.
Protect the bottom of the tent:
Clean up the ground: Before building the tent, clean up the branches, grass roots and other debris on the ground to avoid damaging the bottom of the tent.
Mat cloth: If the ground is hard or there are sharp objects such as stones, you can mat a mat on the bottom of the tent to protect the bottom of the tent.
Dealing with severe weather:
Use a rain cover: In rainy or humid environments, a rain cover can be used to provide additional waterproof protection for the tent.
Reinforce the tent: When the wind is strong, it is necessary to strengthen the fixed rope and ground nails of the tent to ensure the stability of the tent. If possible, use heavy objects such as backpacks to weigh down the tent to prevent it from blowing away.
Fourth, maintenance and storage
Dry the tent:
After each use of the tent, it should be opened and dried in a ventilated place to prevent mold.
To clean the tent:
Try not to wash the tent, if dirty can be wiped with a damp cloth. Avoid contact with chemical agents to avoid damaging the tent fabric.
Storage tent:
In accordance with the above carrying and organizing methods, put the tent into a backpack or sleeping bag cover for next use.
