Adding lifters to a tarp

[Charliecres]

I'm thinking of adding a couple of lifter points to my tarp. My plan is to use some fine webbing tape from an old tent, double a short length to make a loop and sew through that, the tarp and a small piece of strengthening material (doubled nylon tent fabric) on the other side. I'll then give the stitching a good coating of seam sealant.

Does that sound like a good plan? Is there anything I should watch out for? Or is there a better way of doing this?

[Bearbonesnorm]

That will work Charlie. I'd suggest setting the stitch on the machine nice and wide, the fewer holes the better ... or you could just buy a pair of these?

http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/ ... clips-p447

They work very well, can be on and off in seconds and don't damage the tarp in anyway.

[Hoojum]

Charlie, I've sewn on lifters to a MYOG tarp using a circle of cordura stuck on with with a 3 to 1 mix of white spirit & silicon. I then sewed through as per stu's suggestion and re applied a little more silicone over the stitching. The result can be seen in this thread http://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/phpBB ... jum#p21749

[Charliecres]

Thanks for the replies. Your solution looks very neat Hoojum. However, I'd forgotten about those tarp clips Stu and I think I'll try them before breaking out the sewing machine.

[Hoojum]

I've used those in the past and they do work well. Good luck