New tarp pitch for thru hikers! This trail tent will convince you to switch to tarps.
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Published 2021-02-26
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Even without tarp skills, consider this pitch for your hike. It is easy to do, has an opening for each hiker, easy entry and exit, 360 degree protection and privacy: this will work in the wild as well as on camp sites! Also, even if you plan to do only this pitch on your trip or your thru hike and never use the versatility that a tarp offers, this could still be a lighter, cheaper overnight option for your thru hike. And, if you feel like it, you can still use the tarp in other configurations. You can combine with a bivi, a bug inner or just a ground sheet.
The superlight DD-tarp will also work for this pitch. Don't overstretch the tie outs though. amzn.to/3dAYZMc
And very interesting could be the 350 cm square tarp (12*12ft) that DD now have: amzn.to/2NQAG1T which is a bit heavier but would make this a 100% 2 person tent.
What are good trekking poles for tarp pitching? I have new hiking poles by Leki. Mine are the Journey, but there are more Leki trekking poles that are extra long. For example these: amzn.to/3utTOUD also go to 145 cm! That gives you an edge when pitching a tarp.
DD-tarp in the UK: amzn.to/2ZEQXde
DD superlight tarp in the UK: amzn.to/3kbWp0H
DD 3,5*3,5m tarp in the UK amzn.to/3dBJL9F
Leki Journey poles in the UK amzn.to/3qJN6r1
DD-tarp in Deutschland: amzn.to/2NvP2VR
DD superlight tarp in Deutschland: amzn.to/3stzfWz
DD 3,5*3,5m tarp in Deutschland: amzn.to/3umUyuj
Leki Journey poles in Deutschland: amzn.to/3bu2xgx
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All Comments (21)
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I love it, one of the best tarp pitches ever. The name is Perfect.
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I tried this with a ridgeline, no poles. Worked a treat. Great configuration - thanks
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Going to give this a shot with my 8x10. Might take it to a 1 man setup. Excellent video!
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The way you draw diagrams of your pitches is a brilliant way to teach. This pitch looks great, now I have to go try it out
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Best all around tarp shelter pitching instructions is definitely this channel ! Great job Papa Hicker, thank you for sharing.
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Awesome setup, thanks for sharing. Just tried this out and it’s the setup I’ve been searching for for years! Great cover, loads of ventilation, tons of space, and no dang pole in the middle of the tent 🎉 love it.
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Absolutely terrific! I am sold on this. I really appreciate the format of your videos and your taking the time not only to explain what you are going to be doing, step by step, but also to talk through as you do it. I am sure that this will become the favourite for many and I may even buy the lightest 3 x 3 from DD (though I have too many heavier arps at this time!). The sun's shining, for once, I'm going to get the grass cut and try setting up the 'Trail Tent' (I like the name.) Cheers J.
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This is genius ! I love it ! Thanks for the video... 🤩😍😁
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This is just the configuration I’ve been trying to find. Thanks Papa. Excellent series of vid’s
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Looks like an excellent pitch! I think I’ll try it out on my trip next weekend. 😊👍
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Wow, you're back! So glad to see your channel again!
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That’s ingenious! Love it! Sliding door is a great idea too.
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Love your tarp pitch vids. This one is great when there are lots of bugs because it's nice and closed up.
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All Hail Papa Hiker, the King of Tarpdom!!
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So much versatility with tarps. Thank you Papa, for yet another great pitch! I really like the name. Please keep it as is!
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You're the tarp tent guru. Am enjoying your videos.
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Man! This looks great. I have to try it out on my next trip. Thx for perfect instructions. Great work!!!
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I am sold on the Hexamid tarp pitch tent! Great instructional video, as usual Papa Hiker!
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That's a winner -- thanks for sharing Papa!
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Awesome and simple will be the next tarp config I will do!brilliantly done as usual papahiker 8)
