How to hang my tarp

[Tyler883]

Hi I think after asking this question, I'll be busted as a total newbie Lol

I have a nylon 8 X 10 back packers tarp that I plan to use until I get something fancier.

I'm wondering if you can advise me on how I should hang it? It has grommets in each corner plus an additional two grommets on each side. The spacing is weird -at least for me - cause each side is spaced for 5 holes but the middle hole is not there. This puzzles me because the tarp does not seem well suited for an A frame above my hammock or if I go to ground.

What is the best way to use a trap over my hammock and how is it done with my grommet set up?

Special thanks in advance.

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[PDA]

Assymetric diamond with 13' ridgeline. 10 ' ridgeline too short,you would get wet.

[Campdavid]

Assymetric diamond with 13' ridgeline. 10 ' ridgeline too short,you would get wet.

+1

[Tyler883]

Thanks, everyone. That totally makes sense with the hammock.

I think symmetrical would be better for the ground...those backpacker's that this tarp is designed for...is there a reason why they don't require a grommet at the center of the sides?

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[apsilon]

A lot will pitch it on the ground not as an A frame but more of a lean to with a peak if that makes sense. So complete coverage on one side but a short porch on the other and obviously open on the ends. That pitch doesn't require any connection in the centre of the tarp edge.

[Phantom Grappler]

I'd try a larger tarp--my tarp is oversized at 13 foot ridge line by 12 wide. Check with cottage vendors more tarp offerings-they will be sized right and most cottage vendors can advise you on your choices. Maybe look at old man winter at WildernessLogics and also Superfly--I forgot who makes Superfly. I think these tarps or tarps like these will give you better coverage in ☔️ rain. Good luck--lots of choices. There are other equally great vendors--like HammockGear. Lots of great choices.


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[OutandBack]

I'd buy a cheap 10'x10' or 10x12 or 12x12 blue plastic tarp from a hardware store before I'd try and stay covered with a 8 X 10 back packers tarp.

[Tyler883]

Now I'm worried than an 8x10 won't cut it.

I have the rain fly from an old 10 man dome tent. It is too irregular shaped to use as a tarp over my hammock but I have successfully rigged it as a snakeskin that goes around me, my hammock and the Ridge line.

I supposed I'll keep it close by just in case.

Eventually, I want to buy or making something more specific. Already reading the threads on this forum.

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[bikerbobber]

Make Dutchs ASYM tarp. $40.
http://www.makeyourgear.com/kits-and...asym-tarp-kit/
You could make it in an afternoon. No ridgeline to sew. Just cut to length, hem and attach tie outs

Bob