9'/7' Tapered Tarp - Recycled Silpoly
- The Tarp
- Specifications
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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:
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.
Compatible with:
- Bug Bivy: Y-zip, Chest zip, Ridge zip
- Wind Bivy
- Simple Tub
- Tub-floor
- Bug Canopy
- 1P Bug Shelter
Made in the USA from imported materials.
Specifications
Itemized weight:
- Tarp (9' length): 10.9 oz | 309g
- Tarp (10' length): 12.4 oz | 352g
- Rigging: 1.4oz | 40g
- 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.)
Availability
Product Availability
- In most cases, items that are available to add to your cart are in-stock and ready to ship. Please refer to the shipping tab or page for expected fulfillment times.
- Some items may be marked as "Avalable to backorder," "Made to order," and/or show a lead time. In these cases refer to the information on the product page for expected fulfillment times.
- For items that are sold out, please refer to the production calendar and the Q & A below for more information.
Q: When can I expect the item I'm interested in to become available?
A: For most items, please refer to the production calendar at the bottom of this page. This calendar shows when we expect to work on more substantial products. For some accessory products, production may not always be scheduled in advance and availability may be unpredictable.
FYI: If you do not see the item that you are interested in, then we do not know when it may become available (We're often not scheduled far out in advance and don't have a private schedule beyond what's shown!).
Q: Can I pre-order, back-order, or reserve an item?
A: We don't typically reserve products, however there are some exceptions to this. For example, if someone orders an in-stock Cirriform and wants to also order an out-of-stock Bug Shelter for it, if the Bug Shelter is expected within a couple weeks, we'll usually make arrangements to reserve one of the Bug Shelters and hold the order so shipping may be combined.
On occasion, select products may be available to back-order or pre-order. When this happens, that status will be shown on the product page. If you're signed up for the stock notification, you will receive a notice that the item is available to back/pre-order.
Q: Can you let me know when the item becomes available?
A: Yes. On the product page, enter your email address in the space provided to be automatically notified when inventory becomes available. If you don't see where you can do this, please let me know; sometimes there's a fluke in the settings and the field doesn't show. Please note that the email notification could get filtered out as spam. You can try to 'whitelist' info@yamamountaingear.com to make sure the email comes through.
NOTES ON USING THE CALENDAR
- For products shown on the calendar, you can typically expect the item to be made available towards the end, or soon after the period shown on the calendar. Sometimes, however, some items may be listed earlier in the period. For example, if the calendar shows that I'm working on tapered tarps, certain sizes may become available earlier within the period with other sizes coming later.
- Items that specify "ongoing production" mean that we are continually working on these items and doing our best to maintain inventory. If the item or a particular size is sold out, you can expect it to likely become available soon.
- Please note that you can change the month shown on the calendar using the arrows at the top.
Shipping
Shipping Information
While most orders ship out within 1 - 3 business days, please allow up to one week for us to ship your order. This gives us some scheduling flexibility for getting out on the trail!*
*If you select seam sealing services with your purchase, please allow a few extra days for us to seal the item(s) and ship your order.
Domestic
We use USPS and
UPSfor domestic shipping.
(sorry, we're unable to offer shipping by UPS at this time)UPS GroundUSPS Ground Advantage USPS Priority USPS Letter (Free) Weight Any weight Any weight Any weight Stickers & DCF Patches only Expected transit time
(business days)1 - 5 2 - 5 1 - 3 1 - 5 Tracking?
(check your spam folder)Yes Yes Yes No Notes:
- We may upgrade your shipping method from Ground Advantage to Priority Mail at our discretion and at no extra cost to you.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see top of page) or any posted lead times.
- No UPS shipments to PO Boxes, please; select USPS to ship to your PO Box.
International
We offer shipping via UPS and the US Postal Service (USPS) to the following locations:
- Canada
- Mexico
- Hong Kong
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Europe (excluding Ukraine & Belarus)
UPS
ExpeditedUSPS
First-Class PackageUSPS
First Class Mail (letter)Restrictions -- order value < $400 Stickers & DCF Patches only Expected transit time
(business days)2 -5 varies by destination
(often 10 - 25)varies by destination Tracking?
(check your spam folder)yes possibly limited No Notes:
- International shipping fees do not include import duties and fees which may be due upon delivery. We will not mismark values on customs forms.
- In rare cases when the calculated shipping rate significantly differs from the actual rate, we may revise the shipping rate and refund or bill you (with your approval) accordingly.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see the top of the page) or any posted lead times. It's not unusual for parcels to be delayed in customs and this is out of our control.
- Shipments made by USPS will hand over to your country's postal system at Customs; tracking may be limited after the handoff.
- International shipping is via FOB Bonner, Montana terms. This means YAMA Mountain Gear is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen packages. If you run into a problem with your shipment, please let us know and we'll try to help. Ultimately, however, the customer bears the risk should something go wrong with shipping.