Disclaimer

General Disclaimer

The information provided by StockTent (“https://www.stocktent.com”) is for general informational and educational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site.

The use of any information or tools from this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your responsibility to ensure that any information or tools available through this website meet your specific requirements and circumstances.

General Information, Not Professional Outdoor-Safety Advice

StockTent is a camping and gear resource, not an outdoor-safety authority or professional guide service. Camping, gear, and shelter guidance and tool estimates on StockTent, including our tent, waterproofing, pack-weight, sizing, and gear calculators, are general educational information only. Conditions and gear performance vary widely with weather, terrain, altitude, materials, age, and how equipment is used and maintained. Nothing here is a substitute for professional outdoor-safety training. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your tent and gear and practice safe outdoor and wilderness habits. If you encounter a wilderness emergency, call your local emergency number or contact search and rescue immediately.

Verify With the Manufacturer and Conditions When Needed

Camping guidance, calculator results, and reference information on StockTent is informational only and may be incomplete or out of date. Every tent, trip, and set of conditions is different, and real-world outcomes vary with your specific gear, the weather, the terrain, and how equipment is set up and cared for, and guidance changes over time. Before you rely on gear in demanding conditions, you should use your own judgment and confirm anything important against the manufacturer’s specifications and current conditions. Waterproof ratings, season ratings, capacities, and weights depend on many factors; always do your own due diligence and follow the manufacturer’s guidance.

Tool Accuracy and Limitations

Calculation Accuracy

Our camping calculators and tools provide estimates based on standard outdoor references, the figures you enter, widely-accepted formulas, and common gear-industry baselines. Results should be used as starting points and general guides, not absolute values or guaranteed outcomes, and never as a promise of performance in the field.

Factors Affecting Accuracy

Actual results may vary significantly due to:

• Weather & Conditions: Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, and altitude, and how each affects shelter performance and comfort.
• Gear & Materials: Fabric type, coatings, age, wear, and how each affects waterproofing, weight, and durability.
• Setup & Use: Pitching technique, guy-line tension, site selection, and the care and maintenance you give your gear.
• Measurement Factors: Self-reported figures, rounding, estimation, and differences between estimated and actual numbers.

Our Recommendations

For best results:

• Use tool results as starting points and general guides, not absolute values.
• Always consider your specific gear, trip, and conditions.
• Check important decisions against the manufacturer’s specifications before you rely on them.
• Consult trusted outdoor resources and experienced guides for specific questions.
• Compare multiple sources to improve future decisions.

Not Professional Advice

StockTent tools and content do not constitute:

• Outdoor-Safety Advice: Information about shelter, waterproofing, gear, and setup is general only and is not a substitute for professional outdoor-safety training. Confirm critical decisions with qualified sources before heading out.
• Safety Guarantees: Our tools and content are educational only and never replace sound judgment, preparation, and safe wilderness practices.
• Guaranteed Outcomes: Calculator outputs are general estimates only and are not a guarantee of any weather, waterproofing, weight, or cost result.
• Certified Expertise: Our content supplements but does not replace professional outdoor-safety, medical, legal, or financial guidance.

Consider consulting a qualified professional for:

• Any decision where safety in remote or severe conditions is at stake
• Route planning, navigation, and wilderness travel in unfamiliar terrain
• Cold-weather, high-altitude, or extreme-weather camping
• First aid, health, and emergency preparedness in the backcountry
• Major legal or financial decisions specific to your situation

Outdoor Safety & Conditions

Our tools provide general guidance only. Decisions about heading into the outdoors can have serious consequences and benefit from experience, preparation, and professional advice. Always:

• Follow Manufacturer Guidance: Treat the instructions and ratings for your tent and gear as authoritative for setup, care, and limits.
• Check the Forecast: Review current weather and conditions and be ready to change plans when they turn.
• Use Good Judgment: Test gear before a trip and notice how it actually performs in the field.
• Compare Widely: Weigh guidance against multiple trusted sources and the advice of experienced campers.
• Prepare and Plan: Carry appropriate safety equipment, tell someone your plans, and practice safe wilderness habits.

Before you head out:

• Confirm that your gear suits the season and conditions you expect.
• Follow manufacturer instructions and recommended care carefully.
• Do not rely on our estimates in place of real-world testing and preparation.
• Follow safe and sensible camping, fire, and wilderness practices.
• Treat unfamiliar terrain and severe conditions with extra care and caution.

No Warranty

StockTent expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that our tools, calculations, or information are error-free, accurate, or complete, or that our website will be available without interruption at all times.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall StockTent be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including without limitation damages for any injury, loss of or damage to equipment, or financial outcome arising out of or related to your use of our tools and services.

User Responsibility

By using StockTent tools and services, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You will use your own judgment, and consult a qualified professional, when applying our recommendations to your specific gear, trip, and conditions.
• You will verify calculation results and seek additional sources of information before making important decisions.
• You are responsible for practicing safe outdoor and wilderness habits and for your own safety and preparation in the field.
• You assume all risks associated with camping and outdoor activity, and the use of our tools and information.

External Links Disclaimer

The site may contain links to other websites or content originating from third parties. Such external links are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness by us. We do not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party websites linked through the site.

Advertising Disclaimer

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Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of our website and tools after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified disclaimer.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Disclaimer, please visit our Contact page or email us at support@stocktent.com.