Article: DIY Hex Tarp

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Philster

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Jun 8, 2014
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Here's the dimensions - there are more bits of helpful info in the original thread :)

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Apr 10, 2015
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I love this!

Just shown the wife and she could be up for making me one of these!

Did you need any particular thread or needles in the sewing machine?
 

Philster

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Jun 8, 2014
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Poole, Dorset
I used heavy duty Gutermanns thread to be sure. It's lovely stuff!

The tarp has plenty of space for your gear and to cook under - I made a storm flap that pretty much covers all the opening and greatly increases the "porch". In use the tarp has been perfect, I'll post some more pics of it in action.
 
Jul 30, 2012
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I used heavy duty Gutermanns thread to be sure. It's lovely stuff!

The tarp has plenty of space for your gear and to cook under - I made a storm flap that pretty much covers all the opening and greatly increases the "porch". In use the tarp has been perfect, I'll post some more pics of it in action.


Was only pulling your leg actually. I would like to see that. I also like the offset idea, very clever, not only does it give a better access, it also gives a bigger usable space. It has a nice wide view too.
 

Philster

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Jun 8, 2014
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Poole, Dorset
Ha, typing isn't the best for putting over sly humour ;) I wanted to get the tarp experience with the ease of putting up the Lavvu - a great open view but with superior shelter in bad weather. It worked out really well, so I'm very much a convert to making your own gear where plausible.
Cheers
Phil
 

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