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#4 on this list
Escapist Tarp 15D
Sea to Summit
The most versatile lightweight tarp, with an optional bug inner that turns it into a shelter.
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3x3 MC Tarp
DD Hammocks
British bushcraft standard. Nineteen attachment points and a price that makes owning two easy.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Escapist Tarp 15D | 3x3 MC Tarp |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Sea to Summit | — |
| Model | Escapist Tarp 15D | — |
| Material | 15D Sil/PU coated Cordura Nylon | 190T Polyester, PU 3000mm |
| Weight (approx) | 12.3 oz (348 g) | — |
| Shape | Rectangular | — |
| Footprint | 10 x 10 ft (3 x 3 m) | — |
| 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 |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Escapist Tarp 15D
- Extremely lightweight and compact
- Versatile pitch options due to numerous tie-out points
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio with Cordura nylon
- Seamless integration with optional Escapist Bug Net Inner
- Well-reinforced stress points enhance durability
- Requires trekking poles or separate poles for setup
- 15D fabric is less puncture-resistant than heavier tarps
- No integrated guylines, must be added by user
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
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