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#5 on this list
3x3 MC Tarp
DD Hammocks
British bushcraft standard. Nineteen attachment points and a price that makes owning two easy.
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#6 on this list
Sheep Tarp
Kifaru
Made for backcountry hunters. Pitches with trekking poles and takes a tipi-style stove jack.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | 3x3 MC Tarp | Sheep Tarp |
|---|---|---|
| Material | 190T Polyester, PU 3000mm | 30D Silnylon |
| Dimensions | 3m x 3m (approx. 10ft x 10ft) | — |
| Weight | 790g (excluding pegs/guylines) | — |
| Attachment Points | 19 reinforced | — |
| Packed Size | approx. 28cm x 15cm x 10cm | — |
| Included | Tarp, Stuff Sack, 4 Pegs, 4 Guylines | — |
| Maker | — | Kifaru |
| Pitch | — | Trekking poles |
| Capacity | — | 2-3 person |
| Seasons | — | 4-season capable |
| Stove Jack | — | Integrated |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
3x3 MC Tarp
- Exceptional versatility with 19 attachment points
- Highly durable polyester fabric and reinforced construction
- Excellent waterproofing and UV resistance
- Generous size for single or double occupancy plus gear
- Very competitive price point for its features and quality
- Heavier than many ultralight sil-nylon tarps
- Packed size could be smaller for minimalist backpackers
- Included pegs and guylines are basic, recommend upgrading
Sheep Tarp
- Integrated stove jack allows for warm, dry shelter
- Extremely stable and wind-resistant in harsh weather
- Durable construction handles abuse
- Excellent livability for cold weather trips
- Good condensation management with stove
- Heavier than most tarps
- Requires trekking poles for pitching
- Higher cost than basic tarp shelters
- Steeper learning curve for pitching and stove use
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