Hey folks,
I'm currently in the process of working towards a UL setup, and I'm shopping DCF tarps.
Specifically, 11', Hex.
Here's what I've come up with so far.
Hammock Hex Tarp ...
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Hey folks,
I'm currently in the process of working towards a UL setup, and I'm shopping DCF tarps.
Specifically, 11', Hex.
Here's what I've come up with so far.
Hammock Hex Tarp ...
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Thanks I'll check it out!
Hey All,
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Check this thread out, sounds like what you're looking for.
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Heya TB here's what I got, sorry it took me so long to get back to you.
This first picture shows a "standard" improved SS next to one without the center loop. (It's a little fuzzy, sorry)
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