Rain was imminent, maybe 20 minutes away, and I’d just arrived at camp. With no time to waste, I upended the stuff sack and unrolled the tent — not a single pole or stake to be found. Instead, I ...

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 ...