Tunnel tents are the tents which are fabricated from two or more than two hoops along with their length, providing the shape of
tunnel. Also known as multiple hoop tent, these tents acquire narrow and linear design. They are long, low and narrow in shape and have strange pointy shapes at the head end. Along with three poles aligned as three parallel hoops, tent fabric is also attached in
tunnel tent to form a
tunnel.
Benefits :
Tunnel tents are widely used as they need less poles and less fabric. Available in wedge and tunnel like shapes, in
tunnel tent pegs take the place of poles as compared with a freestanding system. These tent perform highly efficiently and outstanding in extreme windy conditions. They provide more functional inner space but at the same time need lines and stakes to stay vertical. Common
tunnel tents have sleeping arena at one side and porch or storage arena at other side. They are highly recommended as their design is one of the most robust and sturdy one and can be used in high wind and bad weather conditions.
Features
Tunnel tents are high quality tents comprised with certain characteristics like :
- They are light weighted having large inner working area.
- Ends of them are available with the option of being tapered to the ground for extra stream-lining.
- These tents can withstand almost every weather situation.
- All the hoops are of equal size and do not have any front end.
- The tighter curvature on the poles of tunnel tents gives it greater strength in a storm.
- They are lighter and less bulkier.
In general, two kinds of configurations are possible for the poles of
tunnel tents. The most common one is for the poles to be a curve right over the tent, like a semi-circle or half an ellipse. This design is very easy to erect and provides with good headroom inside. Apart from this,
tunnel tents are available in an myriad of sizes, in which from one to six people can sleep and the outer layer can be fabricated of numerous weights of canvas.
