The last two days have been almost diametrically opposed camping experiences. The first, a rainy day which extended well into the night; the second, a hot and humid day of around 30 degrees. Both were near the roadside somewhere because I couldn't find a campsite/was to tired/wet/miserable.
Here's what I've learned:
- I can put up the basics of my tent in under 2 minutes when pushed
- The inside will still get wet during this process
- The seams are only semi waterproof
- But thanks to the inner layer I'll stay dry even if it rains (heavily) all night
- A damp inner tent will attract slugs
- The wet tent is MUCH heavier than the dry version
- I can put but the tent with only 2 tent-pegs if need be (rather than the usual 9)
- It is essential against mosquitoes in Michigan - no open air camping here
- I can pitch my tent in the dark