(Part 3) Best camping tent traps according to redditors
We found 157 Reddit comments discussing the best camping tent traps. We ranked the 80 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
![Serac [#1 Hammock and Tent Tarp] Ultralight Hammock Rain Fly and Shelter Perfect for Waterproof Camping, Lightweight Backpacking and Portable for Travel](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51E01Gm+LbL.jpg)
Found it!
https://www.amazon.com/Timber-Productions-Hammock-Rain-Blue/dp/B06XV3S93V/ref=sr_1_35?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1505084053&sr=1-35&keywords=rain+fly
I picked up a Chill Gorilla tarp recently. But The one I found doesn't match the specs you posted. Here it is on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9SCN5D
It's centerline is 142" (11' 10") and it's width is 108" (9'). It's still the same weight you listed.
I definitely consider it budget-level gear, but as a new backpacker, it met the budget constraints I set for myself.
This one. It’s just some generic one off amazon. Works well! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8KWUKW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2qvIDb1VB7FFF
I own a few that I am more or less happy with. The 3mx3m from DD is a popular choice and shows up in quite a few YT videos. The Bushcraft USA storefront tarp is on order, and it shows up in more than a few YT videos. I also have owned the Yukon Outfitter walkabout, the Aqua Quest guide, and the Paria Siltarp. One of my more frequent hiking/bushcraft partners uses an SJK Satellite Tarp and she is very happy with it.
If you have access to a sewing machine, DIY is also an option. A tarp is pretty easy to sew, though I found the tieout reinforcements a little tricky at first--just practice a bit on some scraps. Ripstop By The Roll is a great source for fabric and other materials, as is /r/myog.
100% need to get a giant space blanket reflective tarp to put over the top of the tent.... It's like 10k degrees in the morning without it
https://www.amazon.com/Reflective-Tarpaulin-Arcadia-Gear-Multi-Terrain/dp/B0716DNGGK/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=10%27+reflective+tarp&qid=1554615825&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-1
I know Eno is the top one listed here but I'd stay away. My #1 tip is to go with an 11 foot hammock. It's much more comfortable than the shorter ones like an Eno for most people, and I would never recommend an Eno for overnight sleeping. Some people are fine with it; most will find an 11' hammock MUCH more comfortable. I own an Eno and others.
Any 11 foot hammock, with a bugnet if you want. Double layer if you want to put a pad in between (or you could just bring it into the hammock). An 11' tarp, and if you have extra cash an underquilt instead of a pad makes things very comfy.
Example setups:
So, there's some options which cost about the same as the Eno, but way better.
For 8x10 silnylon 20d https://www.shop.backpackingadventuregear.com/Special-8x10-Silnylon-Tarp-Special-8x10-silnylon-tarp.htm
For 8x8 or 11x 6.5 hex silpoly 20d https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Vitals-Ultralight-Hammock-Shelter/dp/B01N5PCZH4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=silpoly%2Btarp%2Bultralight&qid=1565701251&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1
For 30d silnylon in many sizes https://www.amazon.com/Sanctuary-SilTarp-Ultralight-Waterproof-Backpacking/dp/B0763SQJL4/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=silpoly+tarp+ultralight&qid=1565701477&s=gateway&sr=8-5
For 20d larger silpoly tarps https://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/tarps/
All but the last under 100usd
Something like this? 12'x10', ~1.9 lbs, polyester, $30. Can't really speak to quality/durability but it's cheap and has good reviews so will probably last you long enough to get your moneys worth.
Since weight isn't a big deal, there's a lot of similar options on Amazon. Chill gorilla has a 12'x12' at 2.2 lbs, 210D nylon and fairly durable (but also a bit stretchier), $60.
Just a quick tip for trekking pole/guyline pitches, an in-line clove hitch is my preferred way of wrapping guylines around the pole (tip or handle).
Hammock: Dutchware Halfwit (only half a bugnet, as your sleeping back covers your lower half). $98, which includes the knotty mod on both sides (really under rated comfort feature). I got mine in hexon 1.0 fabric, and it weighs 8.5oz.
Suspension: Add the optional whoopie slings and straps when you buy the Halfwit for $39 and about 3.5oz.
Rainfly: Couple options. Go with a cheapo $30, 12-18oz depending on the brand.
Simply Light Designs has a 6oz Asym Tarp for $60. Great for 95% of weather, but if the rain starts going sideways, you will wish you had something bigger.
Or you might want to go with a bigger hex. Lots more covereage, probably about $80-110 and 12-20oz. Many options here.
Unigear Hammock Rain Fly Waterproof Tent Tarp Camping Backpacking Tarp Shelter, Lightweight for Survival Gear, 6 Stakes and Ropes Included, Made from 210D Oxford Fabric
I have the Chill Gorilla Fortress 2 and it is more than big enough for my 11’ hammock. It is really long! Its not called Fortress for nothing. I love it too. Cant speak on the rainfly but maybe this helps.
https://www.amazon.com/Ultralight-waterproof-lightweight-backpacking-Serac/dp/B072C7MSV9/ref=sr_1_2?s=hardware&ie=UTF8&qid=1501353805&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=tarp&psc=1
I did a recent trip and used this guys idea. Worked out fairly well. Only difficulty I had was putting stakes in the cold/frozen ground.
https://youtu.be/ousSL5wXhy8
I used this tarp which worked out well. Waterproof, inexpensive, and packs small-ish.
Wise Owl Outfitters Hammock Rain... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073GNV3GZ?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Its a wise owl
https://www.amazon.com/Wise-Owl-Outfitters-Hammock-Rain/dp/B073GQXMM9/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1R4WQIZGA4DBZ&keywords=wise+owl+rain+fly&qid=1556589249&s=gateway&sprefix=wise+owl+rain&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LLXZZ6I/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is the bear butt rain fly i bought, looks like its out of stock and no reviews since December, my guess is that chill gorilla is similar but they are a little more money so thats a bummer :( sorry!
https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Shelter-Essential-Included-Lightweight/dp/B06X9QD8PH/ref=pd_sbs_468_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B06X9QD8PH&pd_rd_r=EX5BKFGR7BVNE36RP2YG&pd_rd_w=ckjsS&pd_rd_wg=5xgyb&refRID=EX5BKFGR7BVNE36RP2YG
looks like the closest, still good reviews but i dont own one so i cant say yay or nay...
Try a nylon adhesive tent patch.
If the zipper is dead then I'd just buy a new one, though.
I’m looking for the same thing as you but I’m in the U.S. is this a good one? DD is awesome but I don’t think I could get one shipped to me for the same price. Any help would be appreciated!
It'll do the job. If you get a big (11' long or longer) builder's tarp, it'll give actually slightly more coverage than the hex tarp (will cover the corners that are cut off to make the hex a hexagon), so if money's tight and you're going to replace it later anyway, that's what I'd go for. This is also pretty damned solid.
If you have a good mummy bag you can camp in the winter with just that, assuming it isn't raining/snowing. I know backpackers that only carried a mummy bag, a small folding cot/hammock and a rainfly:
https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Rain-Fly-Tent-Tarp/dp/B07283HFFL
Best amazon arrangement in my opinion:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011W0VETW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
get a "double". They're currently out of doubles. And this does not imply double as in "for two people". Two people in one hammock is awful.
Add an Amsteel ridgeline.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XCRYKT5/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Clip off the little plastic hooks. Use the hammock structural ridgeline to keep net up off of face.
https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Sunshade-Backpacking-Lightweight-Waterproof/dp/B071KJ4LZ3/ref=sr_1_33?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1503402533&sr=1-33&keywords=hammock+tarp
a pretty darn good tarp for the money