Seam sealing is the action of applying a waterproof sealant to the seams of your tent to ensure no water gets through. Popular with many lightweight models and tents made from silnylon, it both ...

, water can still leak through the seams if they’re not correctly sealed. Investing in a product with reinforced seams or at least ones that are fully sealed should ensure it is waterproof. Still, ...

Whether you’re wild camping, bikepacking or enjoying a campsite summer holiday with the family, there’s one thing that will ...

My own view is that the tent is kaput. Tents don’t last forever—the sun breaks down the fabric, inside storage can lead to mildew that eats the material, and so on and so on. Re-sealing the seams is ...