Description
Ships in 1-2 Days | Based in Biddeford, ME | Est. 2010
The ultimate ultralight tarp shelter for minimalist backpackers
Hyperlite's Flat Tarp is engineered to be precisely what passionate adventurers need and nothing more. With nearly unlimited pitching options, the Flat Tarp is available in two sizes: 8'6" x 8'6" square or 8' x 10' rectangular. Pitch according to weather conditions, terrain or need. Flat edges and square corners, non-catenary cut for maximum versatility, every Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dyneema® tarp features fully bonded seams, adding near-total impermeability to a long list of attributes that distinguish the Flat Tarp from other ultralight options. Use adjustable trekking poles for set up.
Every Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dyneema® Composite Fabric (formerly Cuben Fiber) tarp features fully bonded seams, adding near-total impermeability to a long list of attributes, including exceptional durability and UV resistance, that distinguish the Flat Tarp from other ultralight tarp options. Use adjustable trekking poles for set up. Stake kits sold separately.
Features:
- Flexible setup due to weather or terrain
- Maximum Versatility
- Fully reinforced tie-outs with line locks - create a taut pitch with confidence
- 100% waterproof material for confident nights of sleep in harsh weather conditions
- Fully bonded, stitchless ridgeline seam
- 16 perimeter tie-outs; 4 in the center, 1/3, and 2/3 of the interior body
- 10 ultralight 2.8mm UHMWPE Core Guy Lines
- 2 sewn in D-rings under the ridge line
Includes:
- Medium Drawstring Stuff Sack
- 10 2.8mm UHMWPE Core Guy Lines
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Specs:
8'6" x 8'6":
- Dimensions: 8'6" x 8'6"
- Packed size: 6.5” x 5.5” x 3.5”
- Weight: 9oz
8' x 10':
- Dimensions: 8'x 10'
- Packed size: 6.5” x 5.5” x 3.5”
- Weight: 10.9oz
Materials:
- DCF8 Dyneema® composite fabric
- 2.8mm UHMWPE Core Guy Lines
- PFAS-Free
Made in Mexico
***Discounts are not available on this product
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Ideal for: The ultimate minimalist, flexible setup due to weather or terrain, maximum versatility
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesBest Ultralight Flat Tarp!
It's top quality perfection for what it is. Be prepared to customize it by cutting and adding your own guylines (the ones it comes with are nowhere near long enough to secure all tie outs). I also chose to use wire cutters to remove the plastic line locks as I prefer to tie all my own knots. All of that is to be expected. The tarp material itself is fantastic Dyneema -- light weight, waterproof and actually quite beautiful. Even with all my extra guylines attached to every tie-out point, it still fits into the stuff sack (albeit barely!).
United StatesIntimacy with the world
Use tarp twice and it is great. I have to get used to being closer to nature and the world around me when backpacking and camping.
Superlight Shelter
Fantastic. Much lighter and stronger than any other tarp, and the weird green colour is actually subtle and unobtrusive in the woods- just my style. Dyneema fabric rocks- waterproof, windproof, not stretchy at all and really light. Tarp comes with taped seams, a ton of tie-outs and line lock attachments (had to learn how to use these, I’m a knot guy) that work fantastic. Replaced some of the guy lines with reflective line but the included lines work just fine. This tarp covers my hammock completely and is as every bit as functional and flexible for different set-ups as my previous one. Tarp cleans really easily, dries off quickly and folds up in a snap making for easy pack-ups in the morning. I did initially miss my square footprint (this is rectangular) but after only a few trips I had adjusted well. I’ve read frequently about folks having minor issues with the noise from the fabric in high winds, but keep all attachments nice and snug and there are really no issues. This was a difficult purchase completed after long and careful consideration d/t the price point, but I have no regrets- and I know I will never have to replace this one. Highly recommend.
