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    DIY single pole stand (tensa solo like)

    Not sure if it's a manufacturers secret, but im trying to work out the best thickness of aluminum tubing for a basic telescoping pole stand similar to the tensa solo. I was thinking along the lines of 18swg (.048 inches / 1.219mm) thickness, in order to get it telescopic, in sections of 3/4", 7/8", 1", 1 1/8" and 1 1/4". I'm quite light (around 65kg) so i'd like to keep the weight of the poles down.

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    I used poles from Kelty. Got them at REI, 2 poles for around 50$. Keep the height at about 4-5 ft. To tall increases flexing in the pole. The tieout is critical, but it works well. I've slept in in many times.

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    REI has two styles of these poles. I’m guessing you use the larger one? Interesting that you set the pole almost vertical rather than at a angle.
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    Senior Member ibgary's Avatar
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    Learning curve. A slight outward angel reduces the load on the anchor. I didn't know that when I started using it.

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