Construction
Seams and stitching
Seams and stitching are another critical factor for building quality tents. Helsport uses double-needle stitching on all seams under stress. Double- needle stitch is the only seam that won’t come apart even if the thread is broken or destroyed. Other load bearing points on our tents are reinforced with bartacks and special stitching incorporated with nylon webbing. Helsport tent thread is specially developed using a polyester core that are spun with cotton fibre to produce a thread that expands when exposed to moisture, which seals the seam even tighter. Seam sealer or paraffin wax can also be applied should seams begin to perspire over time. The hanger system ensures proper distance between inner and outer tents and proper airflow. Tents with two doors have the possibility for total of air exchange. The picture shows Helsport’s new 360 degree zipper opening now found on a number of our PRO and X-trem tents.
Zippers
Zippers can literally be a make or break component and are therefore critical to durability and the enjoyment of your tent. We choose only high-quality zippers from ykk, the world’s leading zipper manufacturer. ykk-zippers are reliable and easy to use in all conditions. Many Helsport models also have zipper covers to prevent leakage or icing under cold conditions.
Aerodynamic design and optimal space
In the late 1960s Helsport invented the tunnel-tent. Our years of experience combined with research and development plus feedback from professional users have allowed us to perfect the tunnel design to maximise space-to-weight ratio in a highly aerodynamic and stable design. On selected models we have decreased volume around the feet area and increased usable space around the head and vestibule areas. Simple, proven, innovative.
Inner and outer tent attachment
Helsport uses a simple yet ingenious, user-friendly system, which uses either clips or elastic loops to connect together the inner and outer tents. The inner tent is attached by always beginning with the colored clips. Our tents are therefore quick to set up. The clips and loops also insure proper distance between the inner and outer tents, which thus insures proper ventilation. All inner and outer tents can be separated from one another if it is desired to divide the carrying load, or perhaps only use the outer tent. This also makes it faster and easier to dry the tent. One may also choose to release some or all the joining clips or loops to make a large room for cooking.
Guy-line points and peg loops
All of our tents have reinforced guy line and peg attachments. We use high-quality nylon webbing, which is extremely durable.
Peg points
We have new guy points for all our tents. The guy line is looped out and attached in the elastic cord in a simple and easy way.
