You’ve just purchased a brand new tent, but hey wait! What’s that big ugly patch on the bottom of it? Have I been sold a dud!? Why is there a patch on the base of my brand new tent groundsheet? A common question we are often asked here at UooGear, is why there is a

There are two main types of fabrics used to manufacture a tent or awning, one being polyester, which is the more popular style of tent, and the other being the polycotton fabric – which is a hybrid of cotton and polyester. Many customers get confused about which option suits them best, and whether to buy

Condensation or Leaking? Condensation occurs naturally, and there’s very few ways to avoid it, and often it can be mistaken with a leaking tent. It can really ruin a weekend. If you encounter water inside your tent, chances are it is condensation, and the tent is not leaking. Tents are highly waterproof, and often, it

Inflatable tents have become increasingly popular, due to their ease and convenience of pitching. Each brand has a selection of them now, which all work slightly differently, but essentially there are now two types – Single Inflation or Multiple inflation. Single inflation tents, these can be inflated from one beam, where as multiple inflation points, need each

Guide To: Camping with a Dog Not unlike ourselves, our four legged, furry friends love the great outdoors, and generally take to camping very well. Of course every dog is different, and some are just as home by the fire as they are outdoors. This handy guide is a “first-timers” guide to taking your pet

(A friend’s tent, left in the shed over 15 years, after it was put away damp. More photos below)Storing your tent over winter is a simple task, but many people fall short every single year, and neglect the basics, which can be detrimental to the health of your tent. After returning home from the camping