I just received my first Zpacks 7×9 flat tarp. What are common guyline lengths that people cut for this?
Topic
Guyline lengths
Become a member to post in the forums.
- This topic has 3 replies, 4 voices, and was last updated 9 years, 7 months ago by
.
Viewing 4 posts - 1 through 4 (of 4 total)
Andrew has a nice page devoted to this.
http://andrewskurka.com/2016/guyline-tension-system-backpacking-tents-tarps-hammocks/
Depends on how you want to pitch the tarp. I like to pitch mine off trees a little higher up for more room. I find that 5-6 foot guy lines work best for that. If you are planning on always pitching it close to the ground in an a-frame, then 1-2 foot guy lines could be sufficient. If you are using the tarp as a group shelter and you want to pitch it as a canopy that people can stand under, you probably want more like 10 foot guy lines.
I’ve got the same philosophy as Justin: I typically pitch my tarp as high as wind/weather permits so I have about 6’+ lengths at the corners. I also carry 4 pieces +/- of 8′-10′ lengths of cord with a loop tied one end to quickly add length to whatever tie out needs it.
Viewing 4 posts - 1 through 4 (of 4 total)
Become a member to post in the forums.
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 GatesKeep going, change your route, or turn back? Watch how decision gates help structure these choices in our YouTube video.
