On dome tent is one of the most common tent shapes for outdoor activities. Such a modern lightweight tent will too Igloo tentcalled. At the dome tent two poles are stretched diagonally across the surface of the tent. It creates a kind of hemisphere or dome. With sufficient weight in the tent interior, such as heavy luggage, such freestanding tents can be set up without pegs or tent nails. This property of a tent is called self-supporting. On dome tent provides optimal protection against wind and snow, because it is a self-contained construction. Since dome tents have more boom arches than, for example, tunnel tents, they are also a bit heavier.

Tents as first human dwelling

Tents were next to so-called windscreens probably the first human protective structures against wind, weather and cold. Already in the Neolithic there were massive tents, but also transportable summer tents. From the famous, about 15,000 years old ice-age hunter camp in Gönnersdorf in Rhineland-Palatinate could a tentbe reconstructed that must have had a weight of about 240 kilograms. It was covered with up to 40 horse skins and the scaffolding was made of wooden poles. The fur sides of the skins, which were then used as a tent cover, pointed outwards. So rainwater could drain well. Fixed was such a tent with stones and walls of sand and earthand it was probably also secured with strings. With the increasing woodland towards the Middle Stone Age, people began to build solid huts. In the further course of history, tents played a role especially in nomadic peoples, such as the North American Indians or Asian shepherds. Pastoral families still live in yurts in Mongolia. Tents are always used in the military as medical tents or accommodation quarters. Even the ancient Romans knew how to use tents in their conquest trains. Dome tents and other tent shapes enjoy great popularity in camping these days. In addition, tents are used for parties, parties and events. Of course, the good old circus tent is still there.

Camping holiday as a broad movement

Since the end of the 19th century, exercise and active outdoor recreation has become increasingly important to broad sections of the population. Hiking and nature clubs were founded. At the same time, especially adventurous contemporaries operated mountaineering and boating. All of these activities required mobile accommodation that provided ample protection even in cold or wet conditions. Not coincidentally, the first major manufacturers of camping equipment were originally folding boat producers. The technique and material of folding boats was finally transferred to tent constructions. Modern lightweight tents today consist of impregnated plastic. The poles are usually made of light metal or glass fiber. Dome tents offer sleeping accommodations for two to four people, depending on their size. Modern dome tents can be used in the high mountains as well as in the flat country.

Dome tents in comparison and comparison

At the dome tent Comparison and comparison were tested eight different models. Comparative winner is the Yorbay dome tent that proved to be particularly waterproof and provides ample space for three people. In second place is the Phoenix dome tent of the manufacturer Grand Canyon, which attracted attention with its careful workmanship and high-quality materials and can be folded extremely compactly. The tent tent 10T Glenhill 3 by 10T Outdoor with two entrances and windows, the Explorer’s Langeland 3 dome tent and the outdoor camping tent Arizona by Ultrasport were also well tested. The models Sunrise by BB Sport and 10T Glenhill 4 by 10T Outdoor were also tested with good. All models mentioned have canopies or small stems.