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- Stake the tent out. Any old stakes will do.
- With a semi-rigid pole (see below) push this pole through the loops/guides until it is taut.
- Mark and measure.
- Once you measure you can order poles from any of a number of sites that sell custom poles.
How do you measure a tent pole replacement?
To work out the diameter you need you can use a vernier calliper if you have one, or, a tape measure if not. To measure with a tape measure you need to remove a section from your pole, lay a tape measure or ruler on a table and put the section, end down, on to the tape measure. Now read the diameter.
How long are Coleman tent poles?
Fix your tent on the trail with the Coleman® Replacement Tent Poles Kit. With four 27 in. fiberglass replacement poles that attach to one another so you can adjust the new pole to the perfect length, 10 ft.
How long should tent pole shock be?
What you’ll need: Shock Cord (1/8″ or smaller). You need at least the length of all your poles combined. My poles were 152″ each, I bought 30′ (or 360″ of cord).
What is the center pole of a tent called?
Center mast poles
The pole that supports the tent fabric, located at the center of the tent. Center mast poles run vertically from the ground to the peak of the tent and require interior floor space. For ease of handling and transportation, center poles generally telescope or disassemble into 2 or 3 pieces.
Are tent poles replaceable?
The easiest and quickest way to fix a broken pole is with a pole repair sleeve. Also called a splint, this short tube is often provided with your tent. If not, buy one and pack it with you. A good pole repair sleeve is just slightly larger in diameter than your pole so that it doesn’t move around too much.
How much does it cost to stretch a shock cord for a tent pole?
You will need 1/8” thick shock cord and about 1-2 ft. longer than the length of the entire pole for each pole (if you have a 10ft pole get about 12ft, some say a ¾ 1. ratio might be better). Remove the end tip, and the shock cord will be tied in a knot (either on a washer or on the end tip of the pole).
What is the gap between the rain fly and the tent called?
Vestibule/porch
And backpacking tents also usually have a small porch area. Gear is stored in this space to free up space in the sleeping area.
What is a tent without sides called?
A pop-up canopy (or portable gazebo or frame tent in some countries) is a shelter that collapses down to a size that is portable.
What is the heaviest part of a tent?
Bathtub floor. The floor of a tent needs to be waterproof and have protection from running water outside the inner tent. The bathtub floor wraps up the sides, usually to the height of the door. This tends to be heavier material than the rest of the tent to resist abrasion and puncture from you moving around in the tent
Why do my tent poles keep breaking?
A broken tent pole is a painful, but relatively common camping mishap. Causes range from strong winds to poles weakened by age to cheap materials—and sometimes, it’s just plain old wear and tear.
What are Coleman tent poles made of?
fiberglass material
This is a standard-style tent pole made of fiberglass material. Includes five sections, one shock cord, and two vinyl end caps.