If you've ever fumbled over tent poles on a camping trip, you may have gotten to the point where you wish you could just press a button and have your tent set itself up on its own. Well, there is a ...

Most tents still use solid metal, fiberglass and composite poles, but a few manufacturers, including Nemo, have experimented with inflatable poles to limit packed size and make set-up easier. Now ...

Nothing beats getting back to the basics, even with regards to experiencing the great outdoors. A tent with basic camping gear is still the most effective way of doing that, but what if it could be ...

Replacing their rigid predecessors, inflatable poles offer advantages like ease of setup — you just pump them up — and increased strength. Disadvantages are weight and complication. Worth it? We spent ...

GIGA has created a new inflatable tent equipped within integrated high-pressure air pump providing fast inflation. The ultralightweight and portable tent features a one button automatic inflation ...

The best inflatable tents have become incredibly popular, often the go-to choice for families and couples due to their convenience in storage and setup. With air poles replacing traditional ones, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Andy Robertson reports on technology & digital play. This article is more than 6 years old. Tent technology is something ...

When you think of backpacking or camping tents, you probably think of pole-supported designs. Rightfully so, since the majority of thru-hikers, backpackers, and campers recommend this style, myself ...