I hope you enjoy this video on how I rig my tarp shelter for solo camping and backpacking. If you are interested in the gear shown, here is where I purchased mine. 1. Shock Cord (Amazon) www.amazon.com/dp/B0084EFED2/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?pd_rd_i=B078NF6NJ3&pd_rd_w=xXWXb&content-id=amzn1.sym.dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_p=dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_r=ZWWS8EV20MRPSKHFG5N9&pd_rd_wg=flIlV&pd_rd_r=696c6d6d-4b12-4105-ae46-d96e7337e6d5&s=hi&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExTThORUlJTUFLNzA0JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ4MTQzSzFPQlhJVEVVVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjc1OTU5VFRNMkFaTTFVS0k1JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1 2. MSR Groundhog Tent Stakes (Amazon) www.amazon.com/MSR-Groundhog-Stake-6-Pack-Regular/dp/B006ZC5KLG/ref=sr_1_3_mod_primary_new?keywords=msr+groundhog+tent+stake&qid=1677628343&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sr=8-3 3. Guyline Cordage (Warbonnet Outdoors) www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/tarp-guyline-yellow/ 4. Warbonnet Superfly Tarp 11 Foot (Warbonnet Outdoors) www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/superfly/ The tarp is expensive, but it is quality. I've been using this tarp for years, and the ridge has never leaked. The doors are a great feature.
Hey Kenneth, I have been so busy working, but I have some videos ready. It's hard to keep up. I enjoy getting outdoors and making them. Thank you for the support!
The shock cord is the trick. My tarp is a lightweight silnylon. Without the shock code, it would be loose in the morning. I added the shock cord, and the problem was solved. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Hey 2112, As always, thanks for watching and commenting on my videos. I like the prusiks too; it works great for the tarp ridge. See you on the next one.
Hey John, Did you switch from using the built-in ridgeline to using your own for a reason? Your old tarp setup videos, you used the built in one but I see here you aren’t. Just ordered this tarp and looking for ideas on how I should set it up. Great video as always though! Love your channel!
I like my own ridgeline if I'm just using the tarp as a shelter or ground camping. I prefer the built in one though when hammock camping. The reason is that the built in one is much easier to center over the hammock to align with the straps. So when you close the doors, they clear the hammock straps so you don't have your strap touching the tarp. If you have the strap touching the tarp at the doors, it makes a path for water that may run down and get underneath the hammock if you don't have a good drip line. Thanks for asking. I appreciate you watching!
It's the Warbonnet Superfly Tarp (11 foot). I just pinned a comment at the top of the video with a gear list if you're interested. Thanks for asking and watching my video!
I hope you enjoy this video on how I rig my tarp shelter for solo camping and backpacking. If you are interested in the gear shown, here is where I purchased mine.
1. Shock Cord (Amazon)
www.amazon.com/dp/B0084EFED2/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?pd_rd_i=B078NF6NJ3&pd_rd_w=xXWXb&content-id=amzn1.sym.dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_p=dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_r=ZWWS8EV20MRPSKHFG5N9&pd_rd_wg=flIlV&pd_rd_r=696c6d6d-4b12-4105-ae46-d96e7337e6d5&s=hi&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExTThORUlJTUFLNzA0JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ4MTQzSzFPQlhJVEVVVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjc1OTU5VFRNMkFaTTFVS0k1JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1
2. MSR Groundhog Tent Stakes (Amazon)
www.amazon.com/MSR-Groundhog-Stake-6-Pack-Regular/dp/B006ZC5KLG/ref=sr_1_3_mod_primary_new?keywords=msr+groundhog+tent+stake&qid=1677628343&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sr=8-3
3. Guyline Cordage (Warbonnet Outdoors)
www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/tarp-guyline-yellow/
4. Warbonnet Superfly Tarp 11 Foot (Warbonnet Outdoors)
www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/superfly/
The tarp is expensive, but it is quality. I've been using this tarp for years, and the ridge has never leaked. The doors are a great feature.
I tied this knot for the first time since backpacking for 16 years. Thanks john it was perfect!!!!!
Thanks for the comment!
Easiest trucker hitch demo I have ever seen thank you.
I'm glad you found value in the video. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Well hello there stranger. Where you been all this time?
Glad to see you. Take care 🔥
Hey Kenneth, I have been so busy working, but I have some videos ready. It's hard to keep up. I enjoy getting outdoors and making them. Thank you for the support!
John, that shock cord idea is awesome. I'm definitely going to add that to my "toolbox". Great video! Thanks.
The shock cord is the trick. My tarp is a lightweight silnylon. Without the shock code, it would be loose in the morning. I added the shock cord, and the problem was solved. Thanks for watching and commenting.
GREAT video John! Prusiks are my favorite knot to teach people!
Hey 2112, As always, thanks for watching and commenting on my videos. I like the prusiks too; it works great for the tarp ridge. See you on the next one.
Good to see you back.
Thanks for watching and commenting Red-Eye. I appreciate it!
Outstanding video. Please keep bringing us your motivated field classes!
I really appreciate the comment. I like getting outdoors and making the videos. Thanks for watching!
Nice to have you back!
Thank you! It's good to be back with another video. Thanks for leaving a comment and watching! I appreciate it.
Thanks for the video John, welcome back!
Hi Steve, I've been so busy. It's good to put out another video. Thanks for watching!
Hey thanks John.
Watch out for ticks.
Thanks for watching and the tick advice. I have found that Deep Woods Off works for me.
That’s some good knot tying! Enjoyed it!!
Hey Mike, I'm glad you found some value in this one. Thanks again for watching. See you on the next video.
This was a great way to spend time in my van during a downpour. I keep bank line on board, so made up a ridge line. Thank you, John.
Thanks for watching Shawn! I appreciate you stopping by my channel and leaving a comment.
Great video. Great job. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Thank you Jennifer for the comment. I'm glad you liked it. It was fun to make.
You may want to add Links to the places you purchased your material (tarp, line, shock cord, etc.) in your video description. 🙂
Hey Todd, I pinned a comment to the top of video with a gear list. Thanks for the recommendation. I appreciate you watching and commenting!
Keep the videos coming.
Nice video now I have to do upgrades on the tie outs thanks John
I'm glad you found value in the video. The shock cord is the trick. Thanks for stopping by.
Great tips! Thank you.
Hey Matt, I hope all is well. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
Hey John,
Did you switch from using the built-in ridgeline to using your own for a reason? Your old tarp setup videos, you used the built in one but I see here you aren’t. Just ordered this tarp and looking for ideas on how I should set it up. Great video as always though! Love your channel!
I like my own ridgeline if I'm just using the tarp as a shelter or ground camping. I prefer the built in one though when hammock camping. The reason is that the built in one is much easier to center over the hammock to align with the straps. So when you close the doors, they clear the hammock straps so you don't have your strap touching the tarp. If you have the strap touching the tarp at the doors, it makes a path for water that may run down and get underneath the hammock if you don't have a good drip line. Thanks for asking. I appreciate you watching!
Hello John. What tarp are you using? Great video!
It's the Warbonnet Superfly Tarp (11 foot). I just pinned a comment at the top of the video with a gear list if you're interested. Thanks for asking and watching my video!
@@JohnMillwoodOutdoors hello John. Thanks for the reply. I did scroll down just now and see it. Looking at the website. Good stuff