Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Tarps
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MidwestFirecraft |
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Wintersguy80 |
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Hank |
I have a CSS 1.9 oz silnylon 10'x12'. It is a fantastic tarp. I suspect that both tarps with out survive me. As someone uptread said, any tarp is better than no tarp. If I had to choose, I'd leave the tent home before I left the tarp. I can sleep under the tarp with a headnet if I had to. |
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treehorn |
I've come to enjoy the art of tarping (not that I'm the best at it by any stretch). But when we choose a campsite, it's always fun to start scanning the trees and envisioning the best spot for it and how to hang it, for rain or wind protection, or both, and then set about making it happen. Lots of flexibility with the CCS tarp. |
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VaderStrom |
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yellowcanoe |
MidwestFirecraft: "I am a big fan of the 10x16 CCS tarp for groups. Everyone likes a view of the lake so I prefer rectangular over square so you can sit side by side and have a view as opposed to looking at someones back. " We have that for two people. I like the room and even use it solo.. You can choose heavy blue tarps but have to keep buying them. My CCS tarp bought in 2006 is an investment. Still going strong. |
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paddlinjoe |
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unshavenman |
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Jaywalker |
On the budget end of the spectrum, you could get a simple blue poly tarp from a home improvement/hardware store. They are heavier, louder in wind, don't fold up well, and may not last as long - but they will work. They are cheap and vastly better than not having a tarp. If you're serious about canoe tripping, CCS is the top of the line. High performance, light & packs small, strong. Popular here on this forum and in the BW. I've also liked Kelty and MSR, and anything you get through REI would likely work well for you too. |
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minnmike |
awbrown: " " I agree with AWbrown. If you want a bulletproof, lightweight tarp with many set up options, there is nothing like a Cooke Custom Sewing tarp. I had five people and one dog under my 14x14 this last week and we stayed high and dry. |
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Ragged |
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sns |
Though if you are lightweight-minded (not many are, but I am), a cuben fiber tarp is the lightest option out there. Several cottage manufacturers make them. Dan at CCS seems to focus on a balance of light but not super-light, and very durable. There is a reason canoe country is populated by people sporting his gear. |
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x2jmorris |
Jackfish: "And fergoodnesssakes... never subject yourself to a plastic blue tarp from Menards, etc. unless you are just starting out and have no budget for quality gear yet." Lol in over 30 years I've only had the blue tarps from menards. I do want a nice one though. That is probably my next purchase. Side note on my trip it was raining on the way in so... I did use my rain pants ;) |
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cyclones30 |
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jillpine |
treehorn: "Another vote for CCS! Same. Get a larger tarp 12x14 or 14x14 and buy from CCS for quality and durability. Anything with a grommet is going to shred in the wind after a time. We rented an extra tarp from an outfitter a couple weeks ago; it was Liberty brand. It was fine in rain and light wind. It was quite heavy. For the extra cost, the quality, durability and weight of CCS just can't be beat. Mine is at least 13 years old and looks / performs and feels brand new. It's a beast in the wind. Love it! It goes out with me or gets loaned out to friends at least 12 times / year, so that's a fair amount of use over the years. Watch some Cliff Jacobson videos about tarps and knots on youtube, or find his DVD - The Forgotten Skills - a classic. |
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VaderStrom |
Jaywalker: "swsman28: "I am looking to customize an REI tarp I bought by adding some extra webbing loops, etc. Are there suggested sources for webbing/loop material or will any kind suffice?" +1 |
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Jackfish |
Buy cheap - you pay twice. Buy quality - you pay once. CCS tarps are truly a "get what you pay for" product. And fergoodnesssakes... never subject yourself to a plastic blue tarp from Menards, etc. unless you are just starting out and have no budget for quality gear yet. |
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VaderStrom |
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bri |
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unshavenman |
Ragged: "My 10x14 CCS 1.1 is worth its weight in gold, amazing piece of gear. Lots of options that will work, but none that will work as well. " Exactly. What Ragged said. |
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Nordstjernen |
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x2jmorris |
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awbrown |
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mjmkjun |
CCS 10x10 or 8x10 for sitting under in camp. (edited) |
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swsman28 |
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jhb8426 |
Wintersguy80: "I live by my Kelty Noah tarp. 12' might be tight, but I think they make 16' as well. " Yes the 12' model may be tight for your group. The 16 may be a better fit. If you pitch it square rather than on the diagonal, the 12' may work ok. CCS tarps are popular here. For a mid range tarp Kelty, Noah tarps are a good alternative. I've had my 12' Kelty tarp for about 5 years and the only damage to it was when a branch fell on it and poked a hole in it. |
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Jaywalker |
swsman28: "I am looking to customize an REI tarp I bought by adding some extra webbing loops, etc. Are there suggested sources for webbing/loop material or will any kind suffice?" I made my own tarp and used regular 1/2 or 5/8 inch grosgrain ribbons that you can get anywhere for loops around the edge and over the ridge line. It's quiet strong. How you sew it will be the key how long it holds. |
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yellowhorse |
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mjmkjun |
x2jmorris: "Jackfish: "And fergoodnesssakes... never subject yourself to a plastic blue tarp from Menards, etc. unless you are just starting out and have no budget for quality gear yet." If your next tarp is a CCS you are in for a treat, morris. When I set my CCS tarp up every tie-out is where it's needed. Then, you begin to appreciate the practicality of its design and experience of Dan Cooke. |
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butthead |
First decision to make type of cut. Then size and shape. Last is the maker, and better quality shows in longevity. I go for versatile tight sets, so flat cuts from many makers fit here and I have used a bunch, Equinox, Campmor, Kondos, and my favorite CC. Catenary cuts like Noah's Tarp, some of the Guide Gear and many hammock industry, are more restrictive to a single setup being tight. Equinox flat cut 10x12 in flying diamond. CCS flat 15 square in umbrella set. Equinonx flat 10x12 a-line. CCS flat 10x Noah's 10x12 cat setup as best tight shape. another CCS umbrella set. Campmor umbrella set. CCS and Kondos clipped together each in umbrella set. CCS, 2 Campmor setup to block wind and rain. I'll stay away from my origami tarp camping, too many different to list or show. My favorite is a CCS 1.1 rectangular 10x12 used for small groups 4 or less. Also enjoyed my Equinox flat tarps, better rain runoff due to no ribbon reinforced edges, at a loss of strength. Not shorting cantenary /shaped tarps, just prefer flat cuts. butthead |
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SevenofNine |
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