The Tarp

Not too big, not too small. This tarp tapers in width from about 8' at the head to 6' at the foot and is offered in two lengths to better fit your needs. We think this size tarp is the sweet spot for the solo camper.

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

Tie-outs

Perimeter tie-outs are located at each end of the ridge (2), the corners (4), and the midpoints of each side (2). There are hang loops located at each end of the ridge (2), the middle of the ridge (1), and about 14" in on the ridge from each end (2) (18" on the 10' tarp).

There is an additional tie-out on the ridge about 14" in from the narrow end (18" on the 10' tarp) 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. We recommend using a fastline clip (included in the optional rigging kit). Stake out the rear corners so the rear edge is pulled taut between the corners.

Seam Sealing

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

Compatible with:

Tarp Grades

We are currently training new employees and have tarps available in various quality levels as outlined below:

1sts: Tarps meeting our typical standards.
Training: Tarps that are not quite to our standards but close. Usually, this is based more on an overall aesthetic evaluation rather than on specific flaws.
2nds: These tarps may have more obvious, usually localized flaws that should not be of significant detriment to functionality or reliability.

Made in the USA from imported materials.

Specifications

Fabric Options

Eco Silpoly:

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

Membrane Silpoly:

Fabric: 15D SilPoly
Coating: Sil/PU Blend
Hydrostatic Head: ~2000mm

Weight

Eco Silpoly:

Tarp (9' length): 10.1 oz | 287g
Tarp (10' length): TBD
Stuff sack: 0.3 oz | 8g
Landfill waste: 4.4 oz (waste from in-house manufacturing)

Membrane Silpoly:

Tarp (9' length): 7.9 oz | 223g
Tarp (10' length): TBD
Stuff sack: 0.2 oz | 6g
Landfill waste: TBD

Dimensions

9' Length Option:

Front width: 8'-0" | 2.44m
Rear width: 6'-0" | 1.83m
Length: 9'-0" | 2.74m
Packed size* (Eco): 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm
Packed size* (Membrane): 7" x 5" x 1.5" | 18cm x 13cm x 4cm
Packed size is measured with tarp folded in the provided stuff sack. It can squish down to roughly half the stated size.

10 ft length Option:

Front width: 8'-2" | 2.49m
Rear width: 6'-2" | 1.88m
Length: 10' | 3.05m
Packed size (Eco): 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm
Packed size* (Membrane): 7" x 5" x 1.5" | 18cm x 13cm x 4cm
Packed size is measured with tarp folded in the provided stuff sack. It can squish down to roughly half the stated size.

Required items:

These items are not included
Trekking poles (or other support for front and rear)
Rigging
Stakes: 6 Minimum
Silicone Seam Sealer

Optional Rigging Kit:

30 ft x 1.8mm UHMWPE core cord (0.79 oz | 22.5g)
7 x 10mm Tensionlock Tensioners (0.26 oz | 7.5g)
1 x 10mm Fastline Clip (0.12 oz | 3.5g)
2 x Guyline Grommets (0.19 oz | 5.5g)

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
7 x 10mm Tensionlock guyline tensioners
1 x Fastline clip
2 x Guyline Grommets

Installation:

Cut your guylines to the lengths shown below.

Front corners: 40" x 2
Rear corners: 30" x 2
Front apex: 96" x 1
Rear apex: 80" x 1
Midpoints: 20" x 2

Install the tensioners using a girth hitch (see images below). Install at all perimeter tie-outs except the rear apex
Clip the fastline clip to the rear apex.
Install guylines into the tensioners:
- 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. 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.

Girth Hitch:

Tapered Tarps