decent tarp that won't break the bank

**chansta** · 10-17-2017, 16:57

Hey all,

I'm looking for a decent tarp that's relatively lightweight (doesn't need to be UL). I plan to set it up with a snake skin eventually, and would prefer it have enough tie outs to use in porch mode or storm mode.

My budget is around 100 or so. My hammock is 11 feet long.

**jellyfish** · 10-17-2017, 17:04

UGQ has some great deals on their “penny pincher” tarp. It is not that much more than a DIY tarp.

https://ugqoutdoor.com/tarps/penny-pincher-tarps/

**sidneyhornblower** · 10-17-2017, 18:24

I've been looking for my next tarp as well. From my notes :

Warbonnet mambajamba around $120

Dutchware has a couple around that price, notably the asym wide.

Cheapest option is DIY, and RSBTR has several under $80 but you've got to sew.

If weight is not a big concern go to Hennessy and check out the current odds and ends sale. Lots of tarps listed, most well under $70 or so.

**karbo** · 10-17-2017, 18:46

I love my Hennessey hex.

**johnspenn** · 10-17-2017, 18:47

Originally Posted by jellyfish

UGQ has some great deals on their “penny pincher” tarp. It is not that much more than a DIY tarp.

https://ugqoutdoor.com/tarps/penny-pincher-tarps/

Those are a really good deal.

Also make sure you look at the different vendors' clearance. blemish or seconds sections. You can pick up tarps there that might have some aesthetic flaw but is still fully functional for a discount.

And of course keep your eye on the forum's "for sale" section. I've gotten some pretty good deals from other members here. Good luck!

**chansta** · 10-17-2017, 19:11

Originally Posted by karbo

I love my Hennessey hex.

will it fit in a snake skin?

**SilvrSurfr** · 10-17-2017, 19:45

Originally Posted by chansta

will it fit in a snake skin?

It sure will.

**Vanhalo** · 10-17-2017, 19:47

Originally Posted by chansta

Hey all,

I'm looking for a decent tarp that's relatively lightweight (doesn't need to be UL). I plan to set it up with a snake skin eventually, and would prefer it have enough tie outs to use in porch mode or storm mode.

My budget is around 100 or so. My hammock is 11 feet long.

Mamajamba $115
Thunderfly $130
Edge $95 (Thru hiker tarp)

**arcana73** · 10-17-2017, 20:01

Hammock Gear Quest Tarp. It's the same tarp that Dutch sells as the Xenon Hex Tarp, but cheaper. It's also available in 11 and 12 ridgeline. I bought one and haven't been disappointed. Mine is about 14 ounces with the snakeskins and 4 tarp fleaz, and a Dutch Continuous ridgeline in the stuff sack. Also the tarp will not need to be seam sealed so that will save you some money and time.