I’m thinking about buying an Etowah flat tarp because it’s the lightest silnylon I can find. I want to be as light as possible but I can’t afford Cuben fiber. Does anyone have experience with these. I’m ground camping, not hammock.
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Chance – You don’t say which size tarp you’re considering, but if you’re just getting started with backpacking with a tarp I’d strongly suggest the 8×10 version. Â It offers you the most flexibility in how you pitch it and will be more forgiving as you learn how to properly use it in the field under varied circumstances.
You will be able to recoup most of your money on Gear Swap if you chose to sell it and go with the lighter 6×10 tarp in the future.
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