Dyneema/DCF Tarps

[CMF]

I'm wanting to add a tarp for an upcoming archery sheep hunt in CO(August).
I'm looking at the, hammock gear tarp with doors, the zpacks 8.5x10, the Hyperlight flat tarp and reached out to Borah for a price on a tarp bigger than their stock tarp.
The plan is to use it for shade and rain while glassing, but also as a 2nd shelter if my wife is along and we can't find flat enough spot to pitch a DD X-mid 2. I have two borah bivys on order and figure we can split up if needed in steep country. If I end up alone, I may just use it as my main shelter to reduce weight from the xmid.

Any others to consider?
Anyone using the HG tarp with doors on the ground? If so, thoughts?
The hyperlight shows heavier than both the zpack and HG, I guess a thicker dcf? or all the accessories included in weight?

 

[Bubblehide]

I have a Etiwah TNT 5x8 tarp for glassing, shade... for the size, the weight penalty isn't much; fir a larger tarp, I'd go with DCF- Cuben fiber for a larger one. I believe Zpacks weight is with everything it comes with, but double check, I believe their site tells you.

 

[Turkeygetpwnd38]

The Hyperlite tarp is thicker and more durable than zpacks. I like mine.

 

[JakeShmevans]

I got the hyperlite on a deal but with I would’ve got the ZPacks. Probably splitting hairs but Dyneema is so strong that I’ll take the weight savings instead of thicker material.

 

[gtriple]

Hyperlite is DCF8, which is 0.8oz/sqyd. ZPacks is 0.55oz/sqyd (DCF5).

The GoHunt one is another one to consider. It is probably DCF7 at 0.74oz/sqyd (but it might be DCF6 if the heavier guyouts are included in that weight). It is nice because it has a reinforced trekking pole spot in the middle of the tarp that helps when pitching it for glassing.

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[CMF]

Hyperlite is DCF8, which is 0.8oz/sqyd. ZPacks is 0.55oz/sqyd (DCF5).

The GoHunt one is another one to consider. It is probably DCF7 at 0.74oz/sqyd (but it might be DCF6 if the heavier guyouts are included in that weight). It is nice because it has a reinforced trekking pole spot in the middle of the tarp that helps when pitching it for glassing.

GOHUNT Dyneema® Tarp | Proven Ultralight Tarp

The GOHUNT Dyneema® Tarp is the ultimate ultralight, durable, and waterproof shelter for backpack hunters. Built to perform in any conditions without sagging when wet—shop now and gear up for your next hunt!

shop.gohunt.com

Thanks, that one wasn't even on my radar, I do like the treking pole spots, I wish they all had that. I guess I could sew them in if I go zpacks..

 

[4th_point]

Any others to consider?

Every time I think about a glassing tarp, I just stick to my Tarptent in DCF without the interior. It's just so easy and quick with trekking poles.

I like DCF but have not been in any hail storms with it. They don't seem to do as well as nylon or polyester.

 

[CMF]

Every time I think about a glassing tarp, I just stick to my Tarptent in DCF without the interior. It's just so easy and quick with trekking poles.

I like DCF but have not been in any hail storms with it. They don't seem to do as well as nylon or polyester.

Which model?

 

[Mike Islander]

Dutchware Gear. I have their 8.5 x 11. Great light DCF tarp at a good price.

 

[Turkeygetpwnd38]

Another option is the seek silex DCF, I used to carry it and use it for glassing and shelter. Quicker to set up than a tarp, at least for me.

 

[4th_point]

Which model?

Notch Li.

Super easy to set up - stake one end, then the other, put one trekking pole in, stake side, then repeat on the other side.

It's not spacious but the fly and carbon fiber struts weigh about the same as many DCF tarps.

I've used tarps for a long time, but always seem to fiddle with them. The Notch goes up quick and most important to me, tight without much dorking around.

Just cozy, so not for everyone.

Regular Stratospire 1 has more room, but heavier fly, and setup isn't as easy.

 

[Wolf13]

I have a yama mountain gear tapered tarp that I love. Looks like they no longer offer it in DCF, but I like the taper and it held up well to 20-30mph winds and the associated rain.

 

[thegoosano]

I have a Etiwah TNT 5x8 tarp for glassing, shade... for the size, the weight penalty isn't much; fir a larger tarp, I'd go with DCF- Cuben fiber for a larger one. I believe Zpacks weight is with everything it comes with, but double check, I believe their site tells you.

Picked up this same tarp last year and used it all summer and all September. Really happy with it just a bit crinkly when getting in and out of the sack


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[skaliwagify]

Another option is the seek silex DCF, I used to carry it and use it for glassing and shelter. Quicker to set up than a tarp, at least for me.

This design makes a lot of sense to me. Very spacious compared to other DCF full coverage shelters.

 

[jtevanMT]

Borah tarps are great. I have a several that are used as ground tarps or rain/sun protection. Super lightweight so I always have one in my pack. Family owned business, Made in Montana. Contact Dylan at Borah Gear, he will take care of what you need.

 

[isleofGough]

The 8x10 HMG tarp is very versatile. I used it to shelter 6 people in a recent SAR pack out and it can be used on uneven ground where tents would not be feasible.