Registered: 08/11/09
Posts: 82
Loc: Illinois(I just live here)
Ok, this will probably exceed my silly question quota but here goes. Who's got the best price on 8x10 silnylon tarps? I see Campmor has one for 69.99. While I'm at it, best price for a Thermarest ProLite Plus regular size? I've got Christmas money in my pocket from the Mother in Law and want to stretch it as far as possible.
Registered: 03/17/03
Posts: 501
Loc: Puget Sound, Washington
I froggled "8 by 10 silnylon tarp" and got serveral hits including Granite Gear's tarps and Gossamer Gear's tarps as well as several sponsored links to websites specializing in tarps.
I cannot get my tarp tight to the ground with loops and gromets should be 2 or 3 inches from the edge. Reinforced nail holes 3" from the edges is the best if you are serious about keeping out the wind.
Registered: 02/03/06
Posts: 6800
Loc: Gateway to Columbia Gorge
Re the Thermarest, if that's what you want, look for closeouts on the old models (2009 saw a bunch of new models) at places like Sierra Trading Post and the various outlets. Check the "Other TLB Sponsors" list in the left-hand column of this page. Also watch for 20% off coupons at places like backcountry.com and REI.
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Registered: 12/27/05
Posts: 931
Loc: East Texas Piney Woods
Oops, sorry I didn't notice that it was the kit. Sewing a tarp isn't really that difficult. I made two cat-cut tarps. Sewing silnylon is a little challenging as it is so slick, but with a little practice you can pick it up.
Here is another site that has some for $50 and $60 (with free shipping).
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