The strength of a tent’s structure, the durability of the fabric, the aerodynamics of its profile design, and its ability to remain staked to the ground all contribute to the wind resistance of a tent.The strength of a tent’s structure is mostly dependent on the type and quality of material the poles are constructed from. Steel poles are heavy and less vulnerable to breaking, making them more wind resistant than fiberglass and aluminum poles. Certain materials work better in windy conditions than others. Canvas, for instance, is heavier and more durable than nylon and polyester, making them less likely to flap around or rip in heavy winds.When it comes to profile design, specific tents are more likely to catch the wind and therefore experience a greater degree of pressure than tents with a more aerodynamic design. Larger tents with more flat, vertical walls and fewer curves, such as cabin tents, tend to be less wind resistant than smaller, more rounded tents with angles and curves, like dome tents. Other vital factors to consider when determining a particular tent’s wind resistance are the methods and materials used to stake the tent into the ground.High-quality steel stakes will be more effective than plastic or aluminum stakes. The more stakes the tent can use relative to its size will also increase its ability to stay put in high winds. That means not only having an adequate quantity of loops on the body of the tent. It also means having a generous amount of locations to secure guylines. Generally speaking, the more points around a tent that can be held down by stakes, the more wind resistant it will be.