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Hello!

Does anyone have a cheap tarp knocking around that they no longer use/need? Bonus points if it comes with Lines and a pole but not critical. I'm looking for something I can practice with and decide if I can deal with the potential faff over the next few months before properly investing for next summer.

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ALPKIT R I G 14 Tarp - unused - £50?
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What size?
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Richpips wrote: Thu Nov 05, 2020 7:51 pm ALPKIT R I G 14 Tarp - unused - £50?
Probably a bit too big for me that one, many thanks though!
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ScotRoutes wrote: Thu Nov 05, 2020 7:51 pmWhat size?
Generous 1 man, standard 2 man? Is there a standard 2 man tarp size? I'm still pretty new to a lot of this!
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Generous 1 man, standard 2 man? Is there a standard 2 man tarp size? I'm still pretty new to a lot of this!
Most tend to be standardish sizes and very much either 1 or 2 man. I'd class the R!G7 as a 2 man.

I think DD might do a slightly larger 1 man in their superlight range?
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Bearbonesnorm wrote: Thu Nov 05, 2020 7:58 pm
Generous 1 man, standard 2 man? Is there a standard 2 man tarp size? I'm still pretty new to a lot of this!
Most tend to be standardish sizes and very much either 1 or 2 man. I'd class the R!G7 as a 2 man.

I think DD might do a slightly larger 1 man in their superlight range?
The Rig7 is something I've looked at but it's A) not in stock and B) a bit spendy for something I'm not 100% I'm going to use! Definitely in the right ballpark though.

Whats DD?
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Mythste wrote: Thu Nov 05, 2020 8:01 pm Whats DD?
https://www.ddhammocks.com/

I have one - it's palatial 3m x 2.9m.. (Superlight £65ish, non Superlight £45ish)....

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If you do want something to practice with, there's nothing wrong with using a cheap industrial type tarp. It won't last forever but some are surprisingly light and it'll give you a good idea. I think the last one I bought was less than a fiver.
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Shewie wrote: Thu Nov 05, 2020 8:39 pm Rab Siltarp 2?

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That looks far too nice for what I’m after.

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https://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/tarp ... WE116.html
Not currently in stock but they are worth a punt if you can find one.
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Flames Creed 15d silnylon 2.1 x 1.5 ultralight tarp on AliExpress for about a tenner?
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Flames Creed 15d silnylon 2.1 x 1.5 ultralight tarp on AliExpress for about a tenner?

I can't find it. Any chance of a link ?
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I'm just going outside ...
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The OEX Bush Pro tarp is worth a look, its in the price range. I got one as a sun shade for my dogs as I didn't want to risk them trashing my more costly units.
Its well built has plenty of tie outs for multi pitching options.
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Thanks for all the suggestions. I’ve gone for the unnecessary fancy Rab siltarp courtesy of the gentleman above. I’ll let you know how I get on!
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