TarpTent Scarp 2 update

Sounds good, thanks for the update.

Does anyone know how much the solid inner is going to cost? The tent is advertised at $325, and presumably this is with the mesh inner (or perhaps either). I'd probably like to pick up both so I have the flexibility of going with either depending on conditions.

I guess we'll find out soon, since Henry said they should start shipping in May.

These do sound like an interesting rig, but, the term "winter tent" covers a LOT of conditions and what I would consider a winter tent for BC is likely quite different from what a Californian would find acceptable.

Where you are going to experience "full on" winter, as in 2-3 ft. snowfalls in 10 hrs., temps. of 0*F down to -40 and winds to 80mph., all quite commonplace where I have done most of my winter camping, you NEED to be VERY selective in your choice of gear….OR, you may not use it a second time……..

I have come to prefer Hilleberg dome tents for this use, as they are much easier to erect than any other tents I have used, quite a number and they are truely "bombproof". But, each to his own as conditions vary widely and a blizzard=proof tent is not necessary in more moderate winter conditions. I just prefer the extra security inherent in a Hilleberg or an Integral Designs tent.

Updated photos posted on the Scarp 2 page showing both the pole attachments and solid inner. We will be shipping before the end of May.

-H

Kutenay
That is why some brands use the term 4 season for some of their shelters and "5th" season or expedition for others.
Hilleberg don't spell it out but reading "carefully" their literature the discerning reader will spot the difference between the Akto/Nallo "superlight" and a Staika/Saivo not so superlight.
Franco

I was wondering how long it would take for a Scarp 2 shipping update post to appear…Henry took pre-orders last week for the Scarp 2 with mesh inner, and wrote that 1) the tent will be available to ship with fabric inner in a few weeks and 2) both inners will be available for standalone purchase soon.

Based on Franco's temp range experience with the fabric inner, and our preference for a partial breathable fabric inner on other tents we have, my wife and I are going to start with the fabric inner, which we can always use for cooler conditions as well. Planning to buy as soon as it's available and use as our main 3 season backpacking tent. Would like to try it for winter later too.

My Scarp 2 with mesh inner should be here by Friday for my weekend trip. I've used solid mesh inners down to the low teens here in the SE so the crossing poles and solid inner may be ordered later to give me more options for other climates.

Given the high summer temps and humidity of the SE (and many places in NE forests too), I'd go with the mesh inner for summer in your area too. It will be interesting for us to see how the fabric inner works for summer nights and mornings on the California coast and Sierras. Hopefully not too warm.

I have a Scarp 2 on order with the fabric inner, will let you know when it arrives. Can't wait to take it out. Probably take it to Point Reyes, Big Basin or Kirk Creek along the coast first.

Anyone know the L x W of the fly? Thinking of making a silnylon groundsheet. Just wanted to figure out how much fabric to order, though I probably won't cut it until I can pitch the tent.

Mine was delayed but should ship out tomorrow or Monday and be here 2 to 3 days after. I'll get measurements as soon as it shows up if someone hasn't already.

These are the fly/footprint measurements I got from Henry: "The fly driplines would form a hexagon, measuring 90" between the two parallel sides x 88" between the two middle vertices. Side length is 56" along the two parallel sides and just under 47 3/4" for the non-parallel sides.

To make a footprint that fits the driplines, you would to seam two pieces together. Each piece would require need 2.5 yards (x 60" wide). So..5 yards total."