The age-old tent tussle: canvas champions versus synthetic titans...
This episode unpacks Ben and Lauren's pitch on a deceptively simple yet loaded question: which out of canvas or synthetic tents are the most superior for various types of outdoor adventuring? Our gear gurus start by laying down the foundation; addressing primary differences in weight, durability, and water resistance, while considering how your camping style influences the best choice.
From lighter canvas innovations, keeping natural fibres dry, and the trade-offs between robustness and portability, to why sacrificing features for simplicity might be the ultimate weight-saving strategy - tune in for a comprehensive guide that proves the 'better' tent is simply what suits your style of adventure.
00:00 - Intro
02:23 - Canvas Vs Synthetic Tents: Which Is 'Better'?
03:24 - Primary Differences
04:54 - Canvas Tents: Weight, Durability and Water Resistance
05:55 - Synthetic Tents: Weight, Durability and Water Resistance
06:51 - Types of Camping and Duration of Stay
08:38 - Lighter Canvas
09:10 - Keeping Canvas Dry
09:32 - Best for Longevity and Robustness
10:12 - Best for Lightweight Portability
11:09 - Which Tent Suits What You're Doing?
13:19 - Ben's First Mid-Episode Sneeze!
13:30 - Saving Weight: Sacrificing Features for Simplicity
14:39 - Rooftop Tents
15:11 - Summary
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