Pole Material??

[mta5888]

So I'm purchasing a 3 season [COLOR=#11593C ! important][COLOR=#11593C ! important]tent[/COLOR][/COLOR]. I have 2 picked out from the alps mountaineering company. These two are exactly the same except one has fiberglass poles and the other is aluminum.

My tent will never be exposed to snow build up of any kind, probably never snow at all. Weight is not a concern, it's a 2 pound difference between the 2, I can handle that. The most extreme thing that will test the structure of the tent will be heavy rain and wind. Should a storm pop up while I'm camping.

Which should I get??

Thanks all!

[renodesertfox]

Re: Pole Material??

Howdy MTA, Tent poles make up the framework of any tent and are essentially the skeleton of the tent. Tent poles must be able to hold up to the forces of wind, rain and snow by holding the tent fabric in place. Tent poles are generally made of three materials and built to be lightweight, strong and durable. Most are made for what's known as three- or four-season camping.

Read more: Aluminum vs. Fiberglass Tent Poles | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_6162461_al...#ixzz1DC9hqSA8

To advise you I would say I would get the one that you think will serve you better. For me, I camp with steel poles and a canvas tent. This is only a first response and given some time other campateers will tell you their $0.02. Thanks for askin! Good luck with your purchase and it's nice to have new campateers here always.

[tplife]

Re: Pole Material??

Given a choice, I always go with anodized aluminum poles. They are less prone to wear and cracking that take place during pitching and striking. There are quality fiberglass poles, I have some that have been used countless times over two decades, but like the Alps they are from a high-end tent using helicopter blade technology.

[Eaglebait Ranch]

Re: Pole Material??

Welcome MTA. Welcome to our campfire here. To answer your question, I'm an anodized aluminum person, too. Wayyyy too many advantages over fiberglass!

[Bigdog57]

Re: Pole Material??

My tents have fiberglass poles - not from choice, they simply came that way for those particular models. Each has it's pros and cons.
I have hed a fiberglass pole break - twice.
On the other hand, FG is very quick and easy to repair. I also now have several spare sections for replacement at home.