Ogee Tarp - Do folks still use this tarp?

**Tundraman44** · 01-24-2019, 11:26

Hi everyone,
I have been looking at the Ogee Tarp for a while now. I am planning to replace my existing worn out tarps with two new DIY tarps. I want to eliminate the ridgeline seam and the Ogee Tarp design does that. I'm interested if folks have issues or concerns with the tarp design so I can make my final decision. I currently use DIY cant cut hex design tarp.
Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

**gargoyle** · 01-24-2019, 12:09

I do not make them any more.
I still use mine.
The Ogee design is 3 season for most.
If you got any questions feel free to ask.

**Tundraman44** · 01-24-2019, 13:49

Hi Gargoyle. I noted that you are the Ogee guy in the previous posts I read. I love the flexibility of the tarp. I was thinking of modifying the design to incorporate additional panels from the midpoint of the triangle to the tip of the door. I think it may give it additional weather protection at a minimal weight gain. I have attached a jpg to help show what I am talking about.

Ogee Tarp Mod 1.jpg

**Tundraman44** · 01-24-2019, 13:57

this image shows my current hex tarp and the relative difference in coverage.
Ogee Tarp Mod 2.jpg

**Tundraman44** · 01-24-2019, 14:03

I am thinking this would almost make a protective weather shield below my underquilt redundant. There would be a negative weight gain by being able to remove the weather shield from my gear.
Have you thought of something like this modification?

**Otter1** · 01-24-2019, 19:17

Originally Posted by Tundraman44

Hi Gargoyle. I noted that you are the Ogee guy in the previous posts I read. I love the flexibility of the tarp. I was thinking of modifying the design to incorporate additional panels from the midpoint of the triangle to the tip of the door. I think it may give it additional weather protection at a minimal weight gain. I have attached a jpg to help show what I am talking about.

Ogee Tarp Mod 1.jpg

I feel making a "full" winter-style tarp, even if you leave the doors smaller (like Warbonnet's Mini, etc), will not weigh much more than your design, will be WAY easier and less time-consuming, and provide better coverage. Just food for thought.

Otherwise, I would use the original OGEE design.

**IRONFISH45** · 01-24-2019, 19:27

I made four Ogee tarps. Two of which are huge they were constructed with extra wide fabric.
Really a great design with lots of options. Using Gargoyles design helped me realize I like making tarps. Really a fun project.

**Tundraman44** · 01-25-2019, 08:12

I agree about the weight difference being not much less than a full winter tarp. I am not concerned with a couple extra seams they won't add significant time to the build. Just looking to maximize coverage and still maintain the flexibility of the original Ogee design. I definitely get what your saying though.

**Tundraman44** · 01-25-2019, 08:15

Originally Posted by IRONFISH45

I made four Ogee tarps. Two of which are huge they were constructed with extra wide fabric.
Really a great design with lots of options. Using Gargoyles design helped me realize I like making tarps. Really a fun project.

I enjoy the DIY process and oddly the sewing....... I have various designs for all kinds of hammock related stuff. Some work, some don't. Gargoyles design is truly great but I can't help but tinker with it.