Glassing Tarp recommendations

[T3clay]

hi all, im looking for recommendations for a glassing tarp for early rifle season (elk) something i can throw up quick to block the wind/rain/or sun, or use as an emergency shelter. This will be a backpack trip so light and packable would be ideal. im on a budget so looking for something cheaper, but wondering if im better off waiting and buying something quality down the road or if there are cheap options that will do the job.

thanks!

 

[Jbehredt]

Seek outside DST. They pop up used occasionally around here.

 

[sierracharlie338]

I have a DD hammock tarp that works great but if you are weight conscious for your pack there are probably better options out there.

 

[steelheadmike]

I had John at Bear Paw make basically a DST clone out of silpoly because Seek quit making them in poly. A little of the stitching was a little rough but works perfectly. With guy lines it comes in just under a pound.

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[T3clay]

I had John at Bear Paw make basically a DST clone out of silpoly because Seek quit making them in poly. A little of the stitching was a little rough but works perfectly. With guy lines it comes in just under a pound.

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How big is that tarp? Looks huge!

 

[steelheadmike]

How big is that tarp? Looks huge!

9.5 x 9.5 (roughtly same as DST). Two of use could sit under there with plenty of room. With a smaller tarp, by the time you get it pinned down, the usable area gets diminished pretty quickly. The extra space is nice at a weight penalty of only a couple ounces. We used it for sun protection and rain protection in the same trip. Takes a minute or two to set up. I wanted something I could sleep under as well.

This is the first year using it for me and I can say, it will probably never leave my pack.

 

[doc holiday13]

Borah

Borah Gear: Custom Ultralight Backpacking Gear

borahgear.com

 

[mrbillbrown]

I use a Kifaru Sheep Tarp for that


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