1P Bug Shelter - DCF
We have retired this product to focus on our core products. We hope to bring it out of retirement someday.
- The Shelter
- Specifications
- Rigging
- Availability
- Shipping
Don't let pesky bugs ruin your night. No-See-Um netting keeps out the smallest critters while the tub-floor blocks moisture from below. Deep, tapered walls improve the usable room inside while retaining a minimal footprint.
- Tapered tub-floor walls for extra elbow room.
- Deep, 10" tub-floor walls.
- Interior stash pocket and hang loop for your odds and ends.
- Taped DCF seams at corners of tub never need sealing.
- Lineloc tensioners at apexes for easy pitch adjustment (removable).
- UHMWPE Core guyline with reflective tracer included.
This net-tent pairs well with our Cirriform tarps and the 9'/7' x 9' tapered tarp. It will work with the 7'/5' x 9' tarp, though with minimal overhang.
The floor of this net-tent is made from 1 oz DCF. See more about material considerations, see our Materials Page.
Proudly made in the USA.
Packaged weight: 8.9 oz | 252g
Itemized weight:
- Shelter:
- Net-tent: 8.7 oz | 247g
- Stuff sack: 0.2 oz | 6g
- Total: 8.9 oz | 252g
- Rigging:
- 20' x 1/16" shockcord: 0.5 oz | 14g
- 3' x 3/32" shockcord: 0.1 oz | 3g
- 12 Mitten hooks: 0.4 oz | 11g
- 15' Guyline: 0.6 oz | 11g
- 2 Tensioners: 0.1 oz | 3g
- 2 Guyline grommets: 0.2 oz | 3g
- Total: 1.9 oz | 54g
- Note: Some rigging can be omitted or changed to reduce weight.
Materials:
- Floor: 1.0 oz DCF (CT2K.18)
- Netting: No-see-um
- Guyline: UHMWPE Core
Dimensions:
- Packed size: 8" x 5" x 4" | 20cm x 13cm x 10cm
- Interior length: 84" | 213cm
- Interior height: 40" - 25" | 102cm - 64cm (head - foot)
- Interior width at ground level: 34" - 25" | 86cm - 64cm (head - foot)
- Interior width at top of tub: 40" - 31" | 102cm - 79cm (head - foot)
- Height of tub: 10" | 25cm
- Floor area: 17.2ft2 | 1.6m2
Required items:
- Trekking poles: 43" @ front, 29" @ rear (longer rear pole is ok)
- Stakes: 6 (none when pitched with a tarp)
- (Poles and stakes are not included.)
Included items
Your net-tent comes with the following rigging included. The guyline and tensioners come pre-installed. The rest is left to you to cut and install to your individual needs.
Note: Partnering this with a Cirriform Tarp? Please see the bottom of the page for suggested cord lengths.
- 1/16" Shockcord: 20 ft | 6 m
- 3/32" Shockcord: 3 ft | 0.9 m
- Mitten hooks: 12
- Guyline: 15ft | 4.57m
- Guyline grommets: 2
- Lineloc tensioners: 2 (pre-installed)
Installation Process
There are no set rules, but at each location, we like to connect the net-tent to the tarp with a length of shock cord and a mitten hook.
- At one end of the cord, tie a loop. We like to use a simple overhand loop knot.
- At the other end of the cord, tie on a mitten hook. We like to use a clinch knot.
- At the end with the loop, attach it to the webbing loop on the net-tent using a girth hitch. To do this, pass the loop part way through the webbing loop, then pass the mitten hook through the side of the loop poking through the webbing. Pull the mitten hook end to tighten everything up.
Locations/Descriptions
It's not necessary to install cords at all locations, but with more locations secured, the better the net-tent will keep its intended shape (especially in lower pitches), and the less it will move around in wind.
- Peaks (2): If the distance between the tarp and net-tent remains fairly consistent night to night, we like to connect the net-tent peak to the tarp using the 3/32" shockcord. If your tarp pitch is not consistent, for example if you sometimes pitch your tarp at different heights, you might be better off tying a mitten hook to the end of the guyline installed at the peak and adjusting the length using the tensioner.
- Bottom of tub (4): We like to secure the bottom corners of the tub using a length of 1/16" shock cord and mitten hook to connect the the tips of the triangles (at the tub's corners) to the stakes used to secure the tarp's corners. We either clip the mitten hook to the end of the tarp's guyline at the stake, or to shorten it, wrap the shockcord around the stake and clip it back to the floor or some other location. Alternatively, you might use some minimal stakes to secure the bottom of the tub. Stakes might be a better route if your setup would require excessively long connections, is not an a-frame setup, or if you're in a really windy environment. You can also forego securement entirely if you clip out the top of the tub as described below.
- Top of tub (4): Securing the top corners of the tub is optional if you're securing the bottom (see above) and may not work with all setups. When using them, we'll connect them via shockcord and a mitten hook to the tarp's corner tie-outs. For low pitches, when the net-tent can't be pitched to its full height, tensioning the top of the tub and letting the rest drape helps the tub retain function. For very low pitches with the Cirriform Tarp, run the cord through the loop on the tarp's associated seam before clipping it to the tarp's tie-out.
- Midpoints on tub's edges (2): Optional. Using these locations will improve security in wind. To use, connect them to associated locations on an a-frame tarp with the 1/16" shockcord and mitten hooks.
Pitching with the Cirriform Tarp?
If you plan to partner your net-tent with our 1P or 2P Cirriform Tarp, we suggest cutting your cords to the lengths outlined below.
1P Cirriform Tarp
- Front peak: As short as possible
- Rear peak: ~7" | 18 cm
- Top of tub at front: 14" | 36 cm
- Top of tub at rear: 12" | 30 cm
- Bottom of tub at front: 21" | 53 cm
- Bottom of tub at rear: 18" | 46 cm
- Midponts on edge of tub: 12" | 30 cm
2P Cirriform Tarp
- Front peak: As short as possible
- Rear peak: ~10" | 25 cm
- Top of tub at front: 18" | 46 cm
- Top of tub at rear: 16" | 41 cm
- Bottom of tub at front: 23" | 58 cm
- Bottom of tub at rear: 20" | 51 cm
- Midponts on edge of tub: 14" | 36 cm
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 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 UPS for domestic shipping.
(sorry, we're unable to offer shipping by UPS at this time)
| USPS 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 Expedited |
USPS First-Class Package |
USPS 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.
The Shelter
Don't let pesky bugs ruin your night. No-See-Um netting keeps out the smallest critters while the tub-floor blocks moisture from below. Deep, tapered walls improve the usable room inside while retaining a minimal footprint.
- Tapered tub-floor walls for extra elbow room.
- Deep, 10" tub-floor walls.
- Interior stash pocket and hang loop for your odds and ends.
- Taped DCF seams at corners of tub never need sealing.
- Lineloc tensioners at apexes for easy pitch adjustment (removable).
- UHMWPE Core guyline with reflective tracer included.
This net-tent pairs well with our Cirriform tarps and the 9'/7' x 9' tapered tarp. It will work with the 7'/5' x 9' tarp, though with minimal overhang.
The floor of this net-tent is made from 1 oz DCF. See more about material considerations, see our Materials Page.
Proudly made in the USA.
Specifications
Packaged weight: 8.9 oz | 252g
Itemized weight:
- Shelter:
- Net-tent: 8.7 oz | 247g
- Stuff sack: 0.2 oz | 6g
- Total: 8.9 oz | 252g
- Rigging:
- 20' x 1/16" shockcord: 0.5 oz | 14g
- 3' x 3/32" shockcord: 0.1 oz | 3g
- 12 Mitten hooks: 0.4 oz | 11g
- 15' Guyline: 0.6 oz | 11g
- 2 Tensioners: 0.1 oz | 3g
- 2 Guyline grommets: 0.2 oz | 3g
- Total: 1.9 oz | 54g
- Note: Some rigging can be omitted or changed to reduce weight.
Materials:
- Floor: 1.0 oz DCF (CT2K.18)
- Netting: No-see-um
- Guyline: UHMWPE Core
Dimensions:
- Packed size: 8" x 5" x 4" | 20cm x 13cm x 10cm
- Interior length: 84" | 213cm
- Interior height: 40" - 25" | 102cm - 64cm (head - foot)
- Interior width at ground level: 34" - 25" | 86cm - 64cm (head - foot)
- Interior width at top of tub: 40" - 31" | 102cm - 79cm (head - foot)
- Height of tub: 10" | 25cm
- Floor area: 17.2ft2 | 1.6m2
Required items:
- Trekking poles: 43" @ front, 29" @ rear (longer rear pole is ok)
- Stakes: 6 (none when pitched with a tarp)
- (Poles and stakes are not included.)
Rigging
Included items
Your net-tent comes with the following rigging included. The guyline and tensioners come pre-installed. The rest is left to you to cut and install to your individual needs.
Note: Partnering this with a Cirriform Tarp? Please see the bottom of the page for suggested cord lengths.
- 1/16" Shockcord: 20 ft | 6 m
- 3/32" Shockcord: 3 ft | 0.9 m
- Mitten hooks: 12
- Guyline: 15ft | 4.57m
- Guyline grommets: 2
- Lineloc tensioners: 2 (pre-installed)
Installation Process
There are no set rules, but at each location, we like to connect the net-tent to the tarp with a length of shock cord and a mitten hook.
- At one end of the cord, tie a loop. We like to use a simple overhand loop knot.
- At the other end of the cord, tie on a mitten hook. We like to use a clinch knot.
- At the end with the loop, attach it to the webbing loop on the net-tent using a girth hitch. To do this, pass the loop part way through the webbing loop, then pass the mitten hook through the side of the loop poking through the webbing. Pull the mitten hook end to tighten everything up.
Locations/Descriptions
It's not necessary to install cords at all locations, but with more locations secured, the better the net-tent will keep its intended shape (especially in lower pitches), and the less it will move around in wind.
- Peaks (2): If the distance between the tarp and net-tent remains fairly consistent night to night, we like to connect the net-tent peak to the tarp using the 3/32" shockcord. If your tarp pitch is not consistent, for example if you sometimes pitch your tarp at different heights, you might be better off tying a mitten hook to the end of the guyline installed at the peak and adjusting the length using the tensioner.
- Bottom of tub (4): We like to secure the bottom corners of the tub using a length of 1/16" shock cord and mitten hook to connect the the tips of the triangles (at the tub's corners) to the stakes used to secure the tarp's corners. We either clip the mitten hook to the end of the tarp's guyline at the stake, or to shorten it, wrap the shockcord around the stake and clip it back to the floor or some other location. Alternatively, you might use some minimal stakes to secure the bottom of the tub. Stakes might be a better route if your setup would require excessively long connections, is not an a-frame setup, or if you're in a really windy environment. You can also forego securement entirely if you clip out the top of the tub as described below.
- Top of tub (4): Securing the top corners of the tub is optional if you're securing the bottom (see above) and may not work with all setups. When using them, we'll connect them via shockcord and a mitten hook to the tarp's corner tie-outs. For low pitches, when the net-tent can't be pitched to its full height, tensioning the top of the tub and letting the rest drape helps the tub retain function. For very low pitches with the Cirriform Tarp, run the cord through the loop on the tarp's associated seam before clipping it to the tarp's tie-out.
- Midpoints on tub's edges (2): Optional. Using these locations will improve security in wind. To use, connect them to associated locations on an a-frame tarp with the 1/16" shockcord and mitten hooks.
Pitching with the Cirriform Tarp?
If you plan to partner your net-tent with our 1P or 2P Cirriform Tarp, we suggest cutting your cords to the lengths outlined below.
1P Cirriform Tarp
- Front peak: As short as possible
- Rear peak: ~7" | 18 cm
- Top of tub at front: 14" | 36 cm
- Top of tub at rear: 12" | 30 cm
- Bottom of tub at front: 21" | 53 cm
- Bottom of tub at rear: 18" | 46 cm
- Midponts on edge of tub: 12" | 30 cm
2P Cirriform Tarp
- Front peak: As short as possible
- Rear peak: ~10" | 25 cm
- Top of tub at front: 18" | 46 cm
- Top of tub at rear: 16" | 41 cm
- Bottom of tub at front: 23" | 58 cm
- Bottom of tub at rear: 20" | 51 cm
- Midponts on edge of tub: 14" | 36 cm
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 UPS for domestic shipping.
(sorry, we're unable to offer shipping by UPS at this time)
| USPS 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 Expedited |
USPS First-Class Package |
USPS 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.