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#3 on this list
Superfly
Warbonnet
The hammock camper's answer: doors, catenary cut, and bombproof tie-outs.
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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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Specs side by side
| Spec | Superfly | Escapist Tarp 15D |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Warbonnet | Sea to Summit |
| Model | Superfly | Escapist Tarp 15D |
| Material | Silnylon | 15D Sil/PU coated Cordura Nylon |
| Coverage | Full with integrated doors | — |
| Cut | Catenary | — |
| Primary Use | Hammock camping | — |
| Weight (approx) | — | 12.3 oz (348 g) |
| Shape | — | Rectangular |
| Footprint | — | 10 x 10 ft (3 x 3 m) |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Superfly
- Excellent wind and rain protection with full coverage doors
- Catenary cut ensures a taut, stable pitch
- Durable silnylon construction stands up to abuse
- Versatile pitching options for varied conditions
- Integrated doors enhance warmth and privacy
- Heavier and bulkier than minimalist tarps
- Higher price point than basic tarps
- Not ideal for ultralight ground camping where weight is paramount
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
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