What is a rainfly on a tent?

AKA the flysheet or outer tent A rainfly is the floorless, waterproof outer layer of a double-wall tent. (The inner layer, usually with lots of mesh to keep the bugs out, is known as the tent body.) If you have a single-wall tent, you’re essentially dealing with just a rainfly that has a floor on it.

Does a tent need a rainfly?

Do you need a tent rainfly? It is necessary to use the provided rainfly if it starts to rain. This will prevent water from getting inside your tent and keep it dry if installed correctly. For dry and warm weather, it is recommended not to install the rainfly to allow for sufficient ventilation.

Can you use a tent footprint as a rainfly?

A tent footprint acts as a protective barrier under your tent, so it absorbs the damage and preserves your tent floor. For example, when you use a footprint, you don’t want it to be larger than your tent floor and reach out past the tent rainfly, because rain will accumulate and puddle along the edges.

What makes a good tent and rainfly?

A tent with an adequate rainfly. Look for a fly that comes well down the sides of the tent rather than just across the top. Rainflies are waterproof. Tent walls are water-repellant.

Do your tents have a rain fly?

Yes . In most cases, a tent does require a rain fly to allow it to function properly. As I have outlined already in this article, tents are not made to be waterproof, so additional fabric (like a rain fly or tarp) is needed to resist the rain as much as possible.

What is a rainfly for a tent?

Updated July 19, 2018. A rainfly is the floorless, waterproof outer layer of a double-wall tent. (The inner layer, usually with lots of mesh to keep the bugs out, is known as the tent body.) If you have a single-wall tent, you’re essentially dealing with just a rainfly that has a floor on it.

What is the purpose of a tent fly?

In basic terms, a fly is a tent without walls. Purpose-made stand-alone flies are also sometimes referred to as bivouacs, bivvies, tarpaulins, or hootchies. Flies are generally used for keeping moisture (such as condensation or rain) or sun off people while they eat, rest or sleep.