At the same time, examine how much living space your tent must have. Do not hesitate to get inside to check it out. Imagine spending some time trapped in a storm. Notice wasted space in nooks and crannys, or if a tapered floor cramps you when lying down. Generally a nearly rectangular floor is the most efficient.
Many catalogs have floor diagrams with misleading dimensions and square footage.
Height measurements can also be misleading, since the peak height may not tell you how much of the tent has room to sit up. Also, how close the walls and ceiling are to the floor will greatly affect the usable interior space. Bibler Tents give you more usable interior space in a stronger, lighter tent than any other tent made. Our designs deliberately optimize the living space by keeping floor shapes simple and walls steep to eliminate dead space and increase headroom. The next thing to consider is the stormproofness of your prospective tent.