The Tarp

There's something special about sitting under your tarp as raindrops fall around you. This tarp tapers in width to provide more coverage where you need it and less where you don't. The curved ridge and edges help produce a taut, wind-shedding pitch in the classic a-frame configuration.

Tapered shape uses space efficiently.
Curved ridge and edges provide a taut pitch.
Panel tie-outs for extra security.
Made from recycled fabric.
Silpoly won't sag when the temperature drops.
Less water retention than silnylon.
Reflective tie-outs
Great for partnering with your Bug Bivy or our 1P Bug Shelter.

Youll need to seam seal the ridgeline of this tarp prior to use as per these instructions (or use our service).

Tie-outs

Tie-outs are located at each end of the ridge (2), the corners (4), the midpoints of each side (2), and the middle of each panel (2). There are hang loops located at each end of the ridge (2), on the ridge near each end (2), and the middle of the ridge (1).

There is an additional tie-out near the foot end of the ridge to allow the option to pitch with an improvised rear beak. To make the beak, move the guyline from the rear apex to the shock cord loop on the ridge tie-out (a fastline clip is recommended to make the transition quick and easy). Stake out the rear corners so the rear edge is pulled taut between the corners.

Rigging

To reduce waste going into our landfills, we no longer include rigging with our tapered tarps. Different people prefer different rigging approaches. For example, some like to use tensioners while others don't. Rather than have some people ditch the [formerly included] rigging in preference of their own, we now offer an optional rigging kit for those who'd like to install our recommended rigging. Please see the rigging tab for instructions on how to install our recommended rigging.

Compatible with:

Made in the USA from imported materials.

Specifications

Itemized weight:

Tarp (9' length): 10.9 oz | 309g
Tarp (10' length): 12.4 oz | 352g
Optional Rigging Kit: 2.0oz | 57g
Stuff sack: 0.3 oz | 8g
Landfill waste: 2.9 oz (waste from in-house manufacturing)

Dimensions (9' Length):

Front width: 9'-0" | 2.74m
Rear width: 7'-0" | 2.13m
Length: 9'-0" | 2.74m
Packed size: ~8" x 6" x 3" | ~20cm x 15cm x 8cm

Dimensions (10 ft length):

Front width: 9'-3" | 2.82m
Rear width: 7'-2" | 2.18m
Length: 10'-0" | 3.05m
Packed size: ~8" x 6" x 3" | ~20cm x 15cm x 8cm

Material:

Fabric: 20D, 1.1oz SilPoly - RECYCLED
Coating: Sil/PU Blend
Hydrostatic Head: ~2000mm
Learn more about material considerations on our Materials Page.

Required items:

Trekking poles (or other support for front and rear)
Stakes: 6 Minimum
Rigging: See rigging tab
(Poles, stakes and rigging are not included.)

Rigging

An optional rigging kit is available for those who wish to set up their tarp per our recommendations.

The kit comes with the following items:

30 ft of 2.3mm UHMWPE core guyline with reflective tracer (1.17oz | 33g)
10 ft of 1.5mm UHMWPE core guyline with reflective tracer (0.21oz | 6g)
5 x 13mm Tensionlock guyline tensioners (0.2 oz | 6g)
2 x 10mm Tensionlock guyline tensioners (0.1 oz | 2g)
1 x Fastline clip (0.1 oz | 4g)
2 x Guyline Grommets (0.2 oz | 6g)

Installation:

Cut your guylines to the lengths shown in the diagram below.
Install the tensioners at the locations shown in the diagram using a girth hitch.
Clip the fastline clip at the location shown.
For the corners and ridgeline:
- Tie a loop in one end of each guyline. We prefer to use a bowline knot.
- Thread the guylines through the tensioners as shown in the photos below. Match the guyline lengths to the proper location as shown in the diagram. For the two guylines that attach to the ridgeline, slip a grommet onto the guyline prior to threading it through the tensioner.
- Tie a knot in the untied end of each guyline. We use a simple overhand knot.
For the midpoints and panel tie-outs:
- Girth hitch the guyline to the panel tie-out as shown.
- Thread the guyline through the tensioner at the midpoint tie-out.
- Tie a knot in the untied end of the guyline. We use a simple overhand knot.

Recommended cord lengths:

Installing the line at the corners & ridge:

Installing the line at the panel tie-outs & midpoints:

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