McNETT® - Essentials for AdventureTM

Tent Tips

  • Tent Stake-Out Tip

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    • Tent Tip

      The Trucker’s Hitch is one of the easiest methods to tension guy lines. Set up as illustrated above. Create the upper loop by using an overhand on a bight or a slip knot. Tie off with a looped half hitch which is easy to untie and adjust.

    • Tent Tip

      On snow or rocky ground set tent stakes “deadman” style. Tie into the center of the stake then bury it horizontally in snow or under rocks. The line and stake together should make a “T”. Be sure to bury the stake several feet deep or the stakes will melt out! When using rocks, be sure to use enough to handle the strongest winds you expect to encounter.

  • Tent Guyline Tip

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    • Tent Tip

      Reduce tent fly wind damage by installing simple custom shock-cord loops on your guylines. This design keeps the original guyline as a failsafe backup.

  • Stove Tip

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    • Stove Tip

      If your butane stove is struggling in cold weather, set it in a pot lid and add 3/4” (15mm) of cool water. The stove will roar to full power (the fuel is now at least 32˚ F, 0˚ C). Do not use hot water in the lid.

  • Keep the Bugs Out!

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    • Tent Tip

      Set Up Your Camp

      When it’s breezy, mosquitoes will congregate on the lee side of objects to avoid being blown away. So pitch your tent door into the breeze. You’ll be able to enter without bringing the swarm in with you.

  • Tent Condensation Tip

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    • Minimize condensation in tents by keeping upper tent vents open, and lower vents clear of sleeping bags, pads and other bulky items.

Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide

  • Wetsuit & Drysuit Care

    Wetsuit & Drysuit Care

    Wash dry tops, dry suits and wetsuits in McNett® Wet Suit and Dry Suit Shampoo. To eliminate the toughest odors dip suits in MiraZyme™ treated water (and air dry (see instructions on the bottom of page 20). MiraZyme is a powerful blend of odor fighting microbes & enzymes.
  • Camp Set-Up Tip

    Camp Set-Up Tip

    In bear country, it’s worth having an ultra-light, sil-nylon tarp to create a dry cooking area 100 yards away from your tent. They’re also handy for packing and unpacking your pack in the rain. Current sil-nylon tarps weigh as little as 6 oz.