Posted: 10/19/2015 6:15:08 PM EDT
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I have never packed a tarp in my pack, I have always used a tent. Wanting to take out the tent for spring, summer and early fall and put the tent back in for fall and winter to save on weight.
What kind of tarps is everyone using? The Walmart plastic ones or more of a ripstop fabric? Any info would be appreciated. |
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http://www.amazon.com/Aqua-Quest-Defender-Tarp-Waterproof/dp/B004I4EXVG
They are selling for 40% off right now on Amazon. Best price I have seen. I might even buy another one for that price. |
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I have the Aqua Quest tarp recommended above by Benjamin-Linus. I took it backpacking. It works well, and it probably the Chuck Norris of waterproof tarps.
However.. it is HEAVY. If you are looking for lightweight and have a decent budget, SIL nylon tarps are amazing. Here is an example. |
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Hennesy is having their odds and ends sale, get a lightweight tarp for cheap!
http://hennessyhammock.com/collections/oe_sale |
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Build your own its cheaper....kinda LOL .
Silnylon is where it is (was) now there's cuben fiber. But expect to pay twice. Weight is key. You don't need extra super reinforced tie out corners etc. It helps I guess but not needed. I don't on mine and they gone thru hell (aka 8+ years of use) A 8*10 sil tarp can weigh less than 8-10oz. Mine with tie out lines..stakes and stuff sack is 13 iirc. But don't over look basic nylon if you got a budget. You'll just not have the weight savings and it'll be a Tad bulky. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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Rab used to be Integral Designs. I have some older Siltarps by Integral Designs and they are solid Siltarps. I've heard Rab still offers solid customer service and the same level of quality products. ROCK6 |
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Rab used to be Integral Designs. I have some older Siltarps by Integral Designs and they are solid Siltarps. I've heard Rab still offers solid customer service and the same level of quality products. ROCK6 Quoted:
Rab used to be Integral Designs. I have some older Siltarps by Integral Designs and they are solid Siltarps. I've heard Rab still offers solid customer service and the same level of quality products. ROCK6 Thanks |
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Build your own its cheaper....kinda LOL . Silnylon is where it is (was) now there's cuben fiber. But expect to pay twice. Weight is key. You don't need extra super reinforced tie out corners etc. It helps I guess but not needed. I don't on mine and they gone thru hell (aka 8+ years of use) A 8*10 sil tarp can weigh less than 8-10oz. Mine with tie out lines..stakes and stuff sack is 13 iirc. But don't over look basic nylon if you got a budget. You'll just not have the weight savings and it'll be a Tad bulky. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Source for Sil-Nylon? I can never find it in the wal-mart fabric bolt racks,like others here seem to be able to. |
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Quoted: Source for Sil-Nylon? I can never find it in the wal-mart fabric bolt racks,like others here seem to be able to. Quoted: Quoted: Build your own its cheaper....kinda LOL . Silnylon is where it is (was) now there's cuben fiber. But expect to pay twice. Weight is key. You don't need extra super reinforced tie out corners etc. It helps I guess but not needed. I don't on mine and they gone thru hell (aka 8+ years of use) A 8*10 sil tarp can weigh less than 8-10oz. Mine with tie out lines..stakes and stuff sack is 13 iirc. But don't over look basic nylon if you got a budget. You'll just not have the weight savings and it'll be a Tad bulky. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Source for Sil-Nylon? I can never find it in the wal-mart fabric bolt racks,like others here seem to be able to. Search silnylon online rockywoods and outdoor or oregon fabric are g2g. Expect 5-9$ per yard. |