How a Tent's Waterproof Rating Actually Gets Measured
A tent's waterproof rating is a hydrostatic head measurement showing how much water pressure the fabric resists before leaking.
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A tent's waterproof rating is a hydrostatic head measurement showing how much water pressure the fabric resists before leaking.
Read articleA sleeping bag's temperature rating describes a standardized lab test result, most closely tied to a survival or comfort threshold, not a guarantee.
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