The Tarp

Not too big, not too small. This new size of this tapered tarp might just be the sweet spot for the solo tarper. Offered in two lengths to better fit your needs, this tarp tapers in width from about 8' at the front to 6' at the foot to provide more space up front where you need it.

Tapered shape uses space efficiently.
Catenary cut for a taut pitch.
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.
Lineloc tensioners at tie-outs ease pitch adjustment (removable).
UHMWPE Core guyline with reflective tracer included.

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 beak (use of a fastline clip is recommended for easy movement of the rear guyline).

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

Compatible with:

Made in the USA from imported materials.

Specifications

Tarp weight: 9.1 - 10.5 oz | 258 - 298g

Weight:

Tarp (9' length): 9.1 oz | 258g
Tarp (10' length): 10.5 oz | 298g
Rigging: 1.8 oz | 51g
Stuff sack: 0.3 oz | 9g
Total (9' length): 11.2 oz | 318g
Total (10' length): 12.6 oz | 357g
Note: Some rigging can be omitted or changed to reduce weight.

Rigging Detail:

Reflective guyline (31'): 1.22 oz | 34.6g
Lineloc Tensioners (8): 0.37 oz | 10.5g
Pole Grommets (2): 0.20 oz | 5.7g
Note: Tensioners and grommets can be removed (and added back) non-destructively.

Dimensions (9' Length):

Front width: 7'-10" | 2.39m
Rear width: 5'-10" | 1.78m
Length (9' option): 8'-10" | 1.69m
Packed size: 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm

Dimensions (10 ft length):

Front width: 8' | 2.44m
Rear width: 6' | 1.83m
Length (10' option): 10' | 3.05m
Packed size: 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm

Material:

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

Environment:

Each shelter produces roughly 4.4 oz of in-house waste.
Made from recycled polyester fabric

Required items:

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

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