Backpack Tent 2 Person
Backpack Tent 2 Person
What hiking and camping gear should I buy?
Ok here's the scoop...
I want to get into hiking and camping with my wife. I currently have no gear. What should I buy? I have about $800 to work with. I am planning on camping through 3 seasons, spring, summer, and fall (a little in the winter perhaps). I am going to need a two person tent, his and hers sleeping bags, and his and hers backpacks. I am looking for gear that would take me on 2-4 day hikes. Should go with internal or external backpacks. What's the difference? Is there a good rain resistant tent within my price range? I'm thinking I would want a mummy type sleeping bag. Again, not sure though. Brand names with reasons for purchasing would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Go to www.cabelas.com and browse around, or better yet request a catalog. It's the best outdoors outfitter I've ever used. First off, since you're talking about backpacking, you need to think lightweight. Interior/Exterior just has to do with whether the frame is inside or outside the "pack" on a backpack. To decide on which type is better fo you, go to a good sporting goods store in your area and look at them/try them on. Sleeping backs should definately be the "mummy" style bags. They are around $100 each, but are very lightweight and can handle moderately cold weather (sleeping bags will have a rating in degrees to how cold it can get and you can still rely on the sleeping bag). They can also be compacted better than classic sleeping bags. Any brand in Cabela's would be a good brand, including its own brand. Also buy you and your wife sleeping pads... they are light, compact, and your back is worth it. I like the self-inflating type, but you can also get foam ones. Again any brand in Cabela's (this goes for all their products) is usually a good brand.
Tents are usually rated by seasons they can be used in (summer, 3-season, or all weather are popular ratings). Definately go for a dome-style tent rather than the boxier tents. Dome style tents are usually more sturdy, deflect water better, and are usually lighter. Also you'll want one with a good rain cover that goes close to the base of the tent, and a high waterproof rating (in mms)... 1,500mm waterproof ratings are pretty good. Also, pay attention to weight. Aluminum weighs less than fiberglass, but costs more also. A two person tent probably weighs around 15 lbs, and you and your wife can split this weight (she takes tent, you poles) or you can pack it yourself, but weight is the largest factor (besides neccesities) when hiking.
Alright, now that we have the major equipment out of the way, here are some neccessities.
-First Aid Kit and maps or knowledge of area, or GPs
-Flashlight w/extra batteries and lantern would be nice
-Good all-purpose knife/survival knife
-water purification pump AND purification pills... start out with at least 1/2 gallon of water each
-Waterproof matches AND waterproof lighter (just in case)
-Lightweight stove. Sporting good store can recommend good ones for backpacking.
-Food: lightweight, non-perishables, such as top ramen, energy bars, canned food, chocolate. Fatty foods are good to have in the woods since you will be burning a lot of calaries. They say one of the best things you can eat if your lost is butter. You may burn 3,000 or more calaries a day, so don't try to go on a diet right then. I recommend some type of powder flavoring for water... it doesn't always taste great when used with purification pills.
-Dish soap, eating utensils and backpacking pots. They usually come in a nice kit that doesn't take up much space. Look on Cabela's or at a sporting goods store.
-TOILET PAPER
-Permits. You usually have to get permits to camp in public parks/Forest Service land. You go to the closest Forestry office to pick these up. These are important if for no other reason than if you don't come back when your family expects you, they know where to start looking.
-Bear spray
-Clothes that can be layered, gloves, beanies, good hiking boots and tennis shoes if you dont mind the extra weight (for camp).
Recommended Supplies:
-Cell phone or handheld CB at least
-Camera (for obvious reasons)
-Rope(hang your food away from camp so predators dont get into it).
-Insect repellant/sunblock
There's probably more that I am missing, but those are the most important. The most important thing to do when going camping is to tell at least two responsible people you know where you're going, and give them a timeframe for coming back. Also I recommend you both take a First Aid Course... they are usually free and something could go wrong quickly (although unlikely) in the forests... snake bite, broken leg, heat stroke, hyperthermia, bear attack, drinking bad water (always purify or boil for five minutes... & retrieve from running water source. If impossible to purify, find area where water is "falling"... it's usually cleanest there).
I'm not trying to scare you away and you guys will probably have a blast, but definately be prepared.
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Mayday 4 Person Deluxe Emergency Backpack Kit $58.50 Great all around emergency survival kit for one person. This kit wonderful for home, work, car, or wherever. Kit includes: 1 - Backpack |
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Mountain Trails Current Hiker 6-Foot by 5-Foot 2-Person Dome Tent List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $24.86 Used From: $21.63  |
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The Mountain Trail Hiker sport tent sleeps 2 persons comfortably in a 30 square foot area, with the base size of 6 by 5 feet with a 38-inch center height. It features a large Dutch "D" style door with inside flap, 2 polyester mesh windows, a shockcorded fiberglass frame with pole pocket attachments, a utility pocket to keep personal items always within easy reach, and an attached mud mat helps keep tent floor clean and clear... |
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Wenzel Current Hiker Two-Person Tent List Price: $44.99 Sale Price: $24.86 Used From: $22.87 |
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Lightweight, sturdy, and weatherproof, the Hiker 2-person Tent from Wenzel is a great choice for the hiker/biker who doesn't want to pack a heavy sleep space. Able to sleep 1 to 2 people comfortably, the Hiker features a "D" style door with mesh and a rear vent with mesh for easy access and ventilation... |
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Guardian Deluxe Survival 2 Person First Aid Emergency Kit List Price: $92.01 Sale Price: $79.99 |
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The kit includes the following: Food and Water: 12 Boxes of Aqua Blox Water Boxes - has a 5 year shelf-life 12 - 400 Calorie Food Bars - 5 year shelf-life (4800 Calories) 20 Water Purification Tablets - each tablet purifies 1 liter of water Light and Communication: Am/Fm Radio with Headphones and Batteries Rechargeable Squeeze Flashlight - 3 LED flashlight which generates and stores power by squeezing the handle (NO BATTERIES NEEDED) 30 Hour Emergency Candle - can also be used as a stove Green Emergency Glow Stick - lasts for 24 hours 5-in-1 Survival Whistle - compass, signal mirror, flint starter, waterproof container, lanyard, and shrill whistle Box of 50 Waterproof Matches Bic Style Lighter Shelter and Warmth: 2 Emergency Survival Sleeping Bags - 2 - 16 Hour Body Warmers 2-Person Tube Tent with Rope 2 Emergency Ponchos with Hood Tools: 16 Function Knife Leather Palm Working Gloves 2 N95 Respirator Dust Masks 60 Feet of Nylon Rope Hygiene and Sanitation: 2 - 24 Piece Deluxe Hygiene Kits - toothbrush, toothpaste, 9 wetnaps, bar of soap, ... |
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Three-Person Camping Dome Tent 7 Feet X 7 Feet One Touch Set Up List Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $89.99 |
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7' x 7', 1 Room Sundome Tent, Sleeps 3, Weathertec System, Keeps You Dry, Easy Set Up, Innovative Design Makes Setup Easier & Faster, Comfortable, Adjustable Airflow System Increases Comfort Inside Your Tent, Organization, Includes Features To Keep Your Tent Tidy, Bright Peacock/Alpine Colored Walls, 52'" Center Height... |
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Kelty Salida 2 Backpacking 2 Person Tent List Price: $159.95 Sale Price: $139.95 |
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Winner of the 2011 Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice Award, the Kelty Salida 2 offers great value in a basic ultralight backpacking tent. This two-person, three-season tent's weatherproof protection was tested by Backpacker gear testers in the soggy and windy conditions of the Pacific Northwest, where it provided a comfortable and dry backcountry escape... |
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SE Camping Tube Tent ET8256 8.25' x 6' orange color List Price: $12.78 Sale Price: $5.25 |
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Its the perfect little emergency tent to take on a day hike or outdoor backpacking adventure, its easy to set up and provides a lengthy protection from the weather. It fits one comfortably, and two people if you don't mind spooning through the weather/night... |
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Coleman Taos Extreme-Weather Mummy Bag List Price: $52.99 Sale Price: $36.33 |
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Stay warm and comfortable on a chilly fall evening with the Coleman Taos mummy sleeping bag. The Taos, which offers a temperature rating down to 25 degrees F, is filled with 38 ounces of Coletherm insulation... |
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Kamp-Rite Compact Collapsable Tent Cot List Price: $154.99 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Camp in comfort without bringing along a separate cot or inflatable mattress with the Kamp-Rite Collapsible TentCot. The built-in cot holds the entire tent several inches off the ground. The TentCot is actually two products in one: a weatherproof shelter made of heavy-duty 210D nylon and an integrated cot that suspends you off the ground for sleeping... |
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4 Person Deluxe Survival Kit Sale Price: $112.69 |
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Includes (4) ER Food Bars - 3 day supply for 4 people, 5 Year Shelf-life. (12) Water Boxes w/ Straws - 3 day supply for 4 people, 5 Year Shelf-life. (50) Water Purification Tablets - To purify unsanitary water... |
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Mountain Trails Current Hiker 6-Foot by 5-Foot 2-Person Dome Tent List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $24.86 Used From: $21.63 |
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The Mountain Trail Hiker sport tent sleeps 2 persons comfortably in a 30 square foot area, with the base size of 6 by 5 feet with a 38-inch center height. It features a large Dutch "D" style door with inside flap, 2 polyester mesh windows, a shockcorded fiberglass frame with pole pocket attachments, a utility pocket to keep personal items always within easy reach, and an attached mud mat helps keep tent floor clean and clear... |
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Wenzel Current Hiker Two-Person Tent List Price: $44.99 Sale Price: $24.86 Used From: $22.87 |
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Lightweight, sturdy, and weatherproof, the Hiker 2-person Tent from Wenzel is a great choice for the hiker/biker who doesn't want to pack a heavy sleep space. Able to sleep 1 to 2 people comfortably, the Hiker features a "D" style door with mesh and a rear vent with mesh for easy access and ventilation... |
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Coleman Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent List Price: $74.99 Sale Price: $46.26 Used From: $35.99 |
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Coleman's Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent is a convenient, small-sized tent that's ideal for weekend camping adventures. Measuring eight by six feet, this tent can sleep two people in complete comfort. Coleman's exclusive Weather-Tec system is guaranteed to keep you dry and includes: a waterproof floor, leak-free and protected seams, weather resistant fabric, a strong frame design, and the zipper guard system... |
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Eureka! Scenic Pass 2XT - Tent (sleeps 2) List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Designed for maximum durability while minimizing bulk, the three-season, two-person Eureka! Scenic Pass 2XT backcountry tent features a DAC Pressfit poles for excellent wind resistance. This Scenic Pass also offers a unique fly vestibule design that protects you from wet weather or can be rotated 180 degrees for easier tent access in fair conditions... |
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Eureka! Apex 2 - Tent (sleeps 2) List Price: $129.99 Sale Price: $87.09 Used From: $77.20 |
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The Apex 2 Tent from Eureka is built for lightweight backpacking trips with the protection you need for three-season use. Able to accommodate two adult campers, the Apex 2 offer 36.86 square feet of floor space with a 7 foot, 6 inch by 4 foot, 11 inch foot print, and a ceiling height of 3 feet, 10 inches... |
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Slumberjack 2 Person Trail Tent List Price: $79.95 Sale Price: $79.95 |
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Ideal for backpacking, fishing trips, or any weekend get-a-way--the Slumberjack 2-person Trail Tent offers exceptional livable space, ventilation, and waterproof protection at a reasonable price. High-quality features that distinguish this tent include: a manageable packed weight and low bulk design ideal for backpacking or canoe/kayak trips; ridge pole geometry that optimizes living space within the tent--the 2-person tent boasts 33... |
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Coleman 6-Person Instant Tent List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $149.26 |
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A roomy interior offers enough space for two queen-sized air mattresses. The Coleman 6-person Instant Tent lives up to its name, and can be set up or taken down in under one minute. Innovative one-piece design means the poles are pre-attached to the tent, eliminating assembly time and the risk of lost parts... |
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Eureka! Apex 2XT - Tent (sleeps 2) List Price: $149.99 Sale Price: $129.89 |
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This versatile fiberglass two-pole dome tent is ideal for less demanding adventures, with a unique fly design that offers protected wet weather performance or can be rotated 180 degrees for easier tent access in fair conditions... |
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Mayday 4 Person Deluxe Emergency Backpack Kit $58.50 This four-person emergency backpack kit is an all-inclusive emergency preparedness kit for home, work, or your car. Compact, safe, and reliable, the kit is designed to support four individuals in an emergency situation for 72 hours, and includes: Backpack Four 2,400-calorie energy bars with a U.S. Coast Guard-approved five-year shelf life Four solar blankets Four three-packs of water Four dust ma... |
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SE Camping Tube Tent ET8256 8.25' x 6' orange color $5.25 Its the perfect little emergency tent to take on a day hike or outdoor backpacking adventure, its easy to set up and provides a lengthy protection from the weather. It fits one comfortably, and two people if you don't mind spooning through the weather/night. This tent is easy to set up between two trees or rocks. It is a must-have for any camper or overnight hiker.... |
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Deluxe 2-Person Perfect Survival Kit for Emergency Disaster Preparedness for Earthquake, Hurricane, Fire, Evacuations, Auto, Home and Family $98.99 SOLD EXCLUSIVELY BY SURVIVALKITSONLINE. All items are packed securely in our Deluxe Hikers Backpack which contains extra space available for your personal items Food & Water: 24 - Pouches of Datrex Water - twice the amount of water as leading suppliers & each pouch has a 5 year shelf-life Light & Communication: Am/Fm Radio with Headphones & Batter... |
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4 Person Deluxe Survival Kit $112.69 Includes (4) ER Food Bars - 3 day supply for 4 people, 5 Year Shelf-life. (12) Water Boxes w/ Straws - 3 day supply for 4 people, 5 Year Shelf-life. (50) Water Purification Tablets - To purify unsanitary water. (4) Thermal Blankets - Designed by NASA to retain body heat! (4) Ponchos with Hoods - Don't be caught out in the rain without shelter. (1) Tube Tent - Comes with rope and instructions. (4) ... |
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Traverse 4 LightSpeed Backpacking 4 Person Pop Up Tent $299.99 Finally... a high quality tent that sets up easily in just seconds!The Traverse series is one of the most popular tents in the LightSpeed tent lineup. The LightSpeed integrated pole system features poles that are built in to the tent, eliminating the difficulty associated with traditional separate pole tents. The revolutionary drawstring hub system allows the user to set up the tent quickly and ea... |
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Suisse Sport Adventurer Mummy Ultra-Compactable Sleeping Bag BackpackerandNo.8217;s Mummy Sleeping Bag... |
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Coleman 6-Person Instant Tent $149.26 Instant Tent 6Part #: 2000007831Ideal for weekend car campers, extended camping trips, scout troops and summer camp. One minute setup for take down, based on average set up time. Coleman's easiet tent to assemble with pole that are pre-attached to the tent. The tent is fully taped, so there is no need for separate rain fly.Features: Sets up in less than 60 seconds Spacious interior 6 person, 1 roo... |
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Mountain Trails Current Hiker 6-Foot by 5-Foot 2-Person Dome Tent $24.86 The Mountain Trail Hiker sport tent sleeps 2 persons comfortably in a 30 square foot area, with the base size of 6 by 5 feet with a 38-inch center height. It features a large Dutch "D" style door with inside flap, 2 polyester mesh windows, a shockcorded fiberglass frame with pole pocket attachments, a utility pocket to keep personal items always within easy reach, and an attached mud mat helps kee... |
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UltraLite Cot by LuxuryLite $210.95 114525 Features: Rest your body on comfortable, 3-layer laminated ripstop fabric that doesn't stretch, sag, or rot with moisture; your weight is supported by 6 bows that tension the fabric Stretch out in comfort on the 24 x 74 inch space Stay cool when camping in the summer months to air circulates beneath you while you sleep, and if you need more warmth in winter, simply stack your sleeping pad o... |
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Mosquito Free Hammock Bliss - Portable Bug Free Hammock - 100 Rope Per Side Included - Ideal For Camping, Backpacking, Kayaking & Travel $59.99 Mosquito Free Hammock Bliss combines high quality materials with exceptional comfort to create the ultimate pest free hammock experience. This incredible hammock has so much room it is significantly larger than a double size bed. It measures an amazing 57 inches x 118 inches. Mosquito Free Hammock Bliss is constructed of super strong 100% nylon parachute material which is both soft and breathable.... |
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Kamp-Rite Compact Collapsible Tent Cot ... |
