Zach, we use one of the larger Tarptents, (Rainbow?) Our use is mostly for
canoe trips so we're not overly weight conscious. We have had very good
luck with the tent. It is durable, waterproof, & spacious. But, there is
a learning curve in setting it up, because it must be taut to be
watert
If you want a fully-screened yet super light shelter, I'd go with a bivy
sack or a lightweight tent. I have a Big Agnes tent that has held up
pretty well for 5-6 years, and they make very light (2lbs) solo tents that
aren't too pricey.
On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 6:32 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca..
I didn't quite finish my thought... even with the floor, beak and bug
net... you're still somewhat out in the open. You can see out 360, feel the
breeze, etc. Also, like a hammock, there's a learning curve for setting it
up right and quick.
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Incidentally, i have also used a Hennessey. I recommend both . I have used
cracks in boulders as a hang point for the Hennessey.
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On Apr 15, 2013, at 4:27 PM, Ray Shine wrote:
> I have used a tarptent rainbow for years, including many multi- day trips in
> the Sierra, one
The wife and I used an Henry Shires Tarp Tent on our 05 PCT hike. We
abandoned it after a couple hundred miles due to overcrowding. I forget the
model name (it has it's own poles ie no hiking poles needed). It was
labeled a "2-person". We joked that 1.5 would be more accurate. I continue
to use
I have used a tarptent rainbow for years, including many multi- day trips in
the Sierra, one a 22 day trip on the JMT. Never a problem in rain or wind.
Highly recommend the entire line.
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On Apr 15, 2013, at 4:01 PM, BSWP wrote:
> I lead week-long backpack trips in the Sier
I lead week-long backpack trips in the Sierra, and have seen tarp tents on
several recent trips. They held up quite well in some very wet conditions,
I was impressed with how well they performed. They were from Henry Shire's
site: http://www.tarptent.com Quite light weight, and would be just as
Zack,
My personal experience with tarp tents is they are too weight conscious at
the expense of durability and protection from weather and bugs. As a family
we use Hilleberg, and for solos I use their Akto. It is a wondrous 4-season
tent that has withstood 100˚F+ desert and high winds and snow
