Topic

Can I use MLD (or likeness) innernet in MLD Cricket Tarp & Zpacks Pocket Tarp?

Become a member to post in the forums.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY Login
Viewing 7 posts - 1 through 7 (of 7 total)
BRYON L BPL Member
PostedNov 25, 2018 at 2:02 am

I have a MLD Cricket Tarp (2017 version) and a Zpacks Hexamid Pocket Tarp. Looking at the dimensions, could I get a MLD Innernet (or its likeness from another manufacturer) and use it in both of these tarps? The pocket tarp doesn’t have the hooks partway up like the cricket, of course, but I could put hooks on with cf tape. Is there another barrier to making this work that I haven’t thought of?

Looking at the specs, it appears that an innernet XL would not fit in the pocket tarp (too tall), but a regular innernet would fit in both. I currently use a bivy in both, but would be nice to have something with more space that could fit both. Before I buy one, hoping someone here could lend some real world knowledge. Is there another innernet that you think would fit both better?

TIA

Bryon

S Long BPL Member
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 1:12 am

The Six Moon Designs Serenity net tent is one ounce more and $65 cheaper than the MLD Solo innernet right now. Might be a good option?

KRS BPL Member
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 1:29 am

I have a Hexamid solo plus and the MLD inner net didn’t fit, it was to long. I did get the SMD one to fit but remember the Solo Plus is much bigger in size than the Pocket Tarp. I don’t think any offerings will fit the Pocket Tarp. You may want to look at the sea to summit pyramid nets with a poly bottom, That might work for you.

MM
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 1:39 am

The solomid or solomid xl inner would fit in the cricket but probably not the pocket tarp.

 

I’d pair the pocket tarp with a bathtub groundsheet or a bivy if it was me.

BRYON L BPL Member
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 2:07 am

I’m currently using a bathtub groundsheet and bivy in both. If there is an innernet that would fit both, would be nice to have the flexibility. I’m okay with a few extra ounces to be able to sit up.

 

KRS BPL Member
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 2:45 am

If your ok with a just a ground sheet I think this net would be perfect for you. Bonus its light and cheap. https://seatosummitusa.com/collections/bug-insect-protection-gear/products/nano-mosquito-pyramid-net-with-insect-shield

 

BRYON L BPL Member
PostedNov 26, 2018 at 2:54 am

@Kurt

Yeah, I think that’s the best starting option. For that weight and price, tough to beat.

Viewing 7 posts - 1 through 7 (of 7 total)

Become a member to post in the forums.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY Login
advertisementYour privacy is protected: We do not transmit your user data to third-party ad platforms or advertisers, and we do not host third-party tracking pixels. Backpacking Light serves ads on its own custom, native, and internal platform.
How to Plan with Decision GatesHow to Plan with Decision GatesKeep going, change your route, or turn back? Watch how decision gates help structure these choices in our YouTube video.Watch on YouTube
Our Purpose

Backpacking Light helps hikers and other backcountry enthusiasts overcome their barriers to living a life outside in Wild Places.

Inform. Educate. Inspire. Learn more

Email Newsletter

Get Backpacking Light news, updates, gear info, skills, and commentary delivered into your inbox 1-2x/week.

More Links

+1-406-640-HIKE (4453)

© Beartooth Media Group Inc.

Premium Articles

You're currently viewing a free preview of a member exclusive premium article. Our premium articles include in depth journalism and insights from the Backpacking Light editorial team.

Get full article access by subscribing to a Premium or Unlimited Backpacking Light membership!
Membership Login
Loading...