Better alternatives?

[Squidders]

Hey all,

I'm on the brink of buying one of these:

http://www.integraldesigns.com/product_detail.cfm?id=905

they're nice and cheap but I don't like that the foot end is low, I would rather a frame tent shape with giant U shaped zip so it's good for a right-hander like me.

i know ookworks could do it but they are so expensive, anyone seen a decent solo net with built in ground sheet that can hang under a tarp and not cost the earth?

it must meet those criteria but I'm open to the idea that such a thing might not exist.

cheers,
joe

 

[Greek1983]

How about these from Tatonka?

One person mosquito net

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tatonka-Sin...d=1369575913&sr=8-3&keywords=tatonka+mosquito

Two person version

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tatonka-Dou...d=1369575913&sr=8-1&keywords=tatonka+mosquito

 

[Squidders]

Looks decent but I like the Ridge tent design because I can suspend it under my tarp and not need any poles at all. Should have said.

 

[Corso]

keep meaning to knock one of these up

[video=youtube;pneD0wu8O3w]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pneD0wu8O3w&feature=yo utu.be[/video]

 

[MartinK9]

Looks decent but I like the Ridge tent design because I can suspend it under my tarp and not need any poles at all. Should have said.

Don't use the poles then. I tied mine out to an internal ridgeline and front edge of tarp:

 

[Squidders]

That is interesting... Was it baggy and flappy?

 

[Shewie]

Have a look at the Rab Element Joe, might be better for what you want.

http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/rab_element_2_bug_tent.html

I know of others, probably US made, but can't think of their names right now, I'll think on though

 

[Squidders]

That's exactly the shape I'm after but I want a solo one and the entrance on the 2 man one is at the end, I wanted something I could open the large area of while I set up/take down and in the mornings when I make a brew.

if you think of the other companies, that would be really appreciated.

 

[Shewie]

Bear Paw would be a good choice ...

http://www.bearpawwd.com/shelters_floors/net.html

 

[Squidders]

Bullseye!

http://www.bearpawwd.com/shelters_floors/shelter_floors_images/net/dnet_4.jpg

they do exactly what I was after. Thanks so much.

 

[Shewie]

No probs mate, I have the PyraNet which is very well made, I picked it up on OM to use in my Trailstar but haven't needed it yet.

 

[petrochemicals]

I don't use one but thanks a million for posting as your post has given me ideas about moddifying my tent. How things come in useful.

My ideas on the net are its too constricting. Not enough in height or width.

 

[Squidders]

I sent them a message asking for a price including some mods.

 

[Shewie]

Ron at MLD should be able to help you too if you don't get any joy, I can't see there being a problem with BearPaw though, the cottage makers are usually pretty good with custom requests.

http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com/index.php

These guys might be able to help too ..

http://www.borahgear.com/index.html


DIY might be an option, have a look around Whiteblaze or BPL and I reckon you'll find some good ideas.

 

[Badger74]

There's a Chinese seller on evilbay does something similar for about £25 posted. Can't post a link as I'm on a tablet.

 

[Badger74]

Type in net pyramid tent and see what shows up.