Safari Tarp – Lightweight Waterproof (5,000mm) Seam-Taped Ripstop Rain Fly for Backpacking, Thru-Hiking & Hammock Camping

This my 2nd tarp from Aqua Quest. The first trip that I brought my original Aqua Quest tarp on, we got hit by long, intense thunder storm with high wind (that shifted direction multiple times) driving steep-angle torrents of rain. The poor-quality (but still not inexpensive) tarp from REI that we also had setup literally shredded apart: failing at the grommets but also just splitting a few places in the middle as well. Even though we had the AQ setup in a much less sheltered spot, higher from the ground, and under quite a bit of tension, it came through that storm (and many others) with no sign of wear. Had it not been for the AQ tarp, much of our gear would have been soaked and we would have been confined to our individual tents. Instead we where able to enjoy the storm together dry and warm under the tarp and even had a hot meal. I usually leave mine up in the sun, wind, rain for week-long trips (only taking it down to move sites). My older model from the same company (apparently of the same material) and the one that's seen a few seasons of the use described above and is indistinguishable from the new one in terms of wear. This tarp is not inexpensive, but it's an excellent value. IMO even if this tarp makes the difference between 1 day being miserable or pleasant , it's already more than justified it's cost (how valuable is your limited vacation time to you?).... and it will continue to do so time and time again, year after year. Plus, considering it's size and durability, it's shockingly light and pack-able. I think they only way to beat it in terms of performance-to-weight ratio is with cuben fiber (and you'll pay 5x the price to save those few ounces.) The plethora of tie-out loops not make both getting a good initial setup as well as quick changes (when the weather shifts direction) easy, so you can have good coverage, good internal space, eliminate pooling of water/ direct run-off and have minimal buffeting. The new tarp (the one for which this review is posted) has even more tie-outs the older one. On my last trip this year we had 2 more rainy days in middle of the week (+about 2 hrs of hard storm). But we had both tarps setup: one lower to cover the sitting area and gear and one higher to give standing room for doing work like wood and food prep. We used the tie-outs to attach then to each other at the corners and then to also create a gap in the middle to let the smoke out. Again, these tarps turned days that would have been pretty miserable into ones that where fun and productive. It's like fort-building for big-kids, but the fun factor doesn't make them any less a seriously essential piece of gear.

Exceptional ! Above and beyond quality Aqua Quest Tarp. This is not something that you can say many times with purchases these days. The Aqua Quest 10x13 (3x4) by Gear Out Here is an outstanding value of design and performance and value for your money. Every stitch was perfect, every seam was tape sealed, every run of thick webbing and hoop tie out is double reinforced- I know because I took it out , hung it flat and looked. If you were to design this and have it made for you- it would not be as good of quality as this is ! In Alaska circ.1979 when my wife and I first got into camping, she made us both field coats of this new material called 'GoreTex'...expensive to buy and had to seam seal every stitch just like our first tent. So I know materials and workmanship of this tarp are first rate ! Does it perform....yes, this tarp is WATERPROOF ! Two Days set up in my field as a shelter style with light to heavy rains and sometimes strong winds...again-perfect. Not a drop of rain under this tarp and my dog loves to run under it when the rains started again. We just sat under it looking and listening while it rained, then went out again after the rains subsided. Not the lightest material, nor heavy like my canvas tarps for bush crafting- I think this is the sweet spot for 1-7 day camps and woods crawling- which is all the time I can get anyways. From the materials to construction- this tarp is the best value and will last you many-many years. Had an issue with my order- 'Gear Out Here.LLC' jumped right on it and fixed the snafu right away....That is High Value Support and will always earn my repeat business. Thanks, Gear Out Here ! THIS is the tarp you should buy for high quality and lasting value- and you should get it from Gear Out Here !

Great tarp. Its so much lighter than a polyester tarp so that means it's quieter when the wind hits it. I come from polyester tarps so I was so shocked at how much more compact the sil nylon is and how light it is. I got the 10 by 7 tarp and its perfect for a one person tent or just a cowboy camping on the ground. Kept me dry for 3 nights now when it rained. The 70d nylon really does make it water proof. I give the tarp a couple of shakes after rain and it dries out quickly. One con is the bag is small and hard to pack back in. I just stuff my tarp in a water proof backpacking rain fly though.

Safari 10x13- Excellent, highly durable, many tie off points, double stitched throughout. surprisingly, It is not made in Canada just sold and packaged. I will be buying a guardian next as this is a great product

This is absolutely one of the best made trap, I have ever purchased between aqua quest and my canvas ground cloth I believe I have the best system that protects not only me but my gear and some of my gear is worth protecting wind rain and so far spring sun here in northern California and those who have been through northern California know how hot it gets!!! Absolutely recommend this product!!!

Folds up nice and small. The tabs in multiple locations has been a game changer for using it in different ways. Recently used it to cover my motorcycle overnight while moto camping and it stayed on tight and kept everything dry. Light weight and easy to pack in the motorcycle. I am planning on picking up a few more if different sizes and thickness.

The tarp is lighter weight despite being a coated silnylon. We used it on a 5 day Boundary Waters trip to shelter from September thunderstorms. It worked well and the edge tie downs got a workout in a few gusty parts of the storms. The center loops over the ridge banding look fragile though and almost appear to be an afterthought based on how weak the stitching looks. We didn't suspend using these. The carry bag is a definite let down and not made from the same coated material but a less durable nylon. Seams are not reinforced. It ripped at the bottom seam first day while being packed in my Duluth No 2. I had to make a trail sewing fix to use it for the remainder of our trip. Disappointing.

I have had this Tarp for quite some and until recently have not had the occasion to make use of it. So imagine my surprise when I finally do set it up for short weekend camp out as shelter for My Hammock setup. I configure it as an Open A Frame cover, several feet off the ground using the Tarp Loops on a Ridgeline. It looks Great, nice and taught. As I am lying in my Hammock looking up and admiring the Tarp I notice that I do not see the familiar Grid Pattern of (Rip Stop) Fabric as some light from above is coming through. Ok, so giving the benefit of doubt maybe I think it's (Micro Rip Stop), or the Woodland Cammo Pattern is making it hard to see? No such Luck, this darn thing is not 70D (Rip Stop) as in the Product Description. I feel as if I have been Misled and I am extremely Disappointed, what a Miss on this One. Review Update: 6/2/2018 I am changing My Rating from two Stars to five Stars. The reason I am doing this for the following reasons: First and foremost, because since My last Review I have had the occasion to make contact with a Representative from Aquaquest directly through Their Website. This very nice Person has made every effort to resolve my original issue of the earlier product description stating that Camo Safari Tarp is constructed with a 70 Denier Ripstop Nylon Fabric, which it clearly is not. This does not mean that is inferior to the other Safari Tarps which are. The proof of this in the Defender Series Tarps which have a ' Legendary Track Record ' of performance, and they are constructed without a Ripstop Fabric. I have more recently had the opportunity to use My Camo Safari Tarp on several outings, in some pretty harsh weather, with heavy rain and very high winds, and the Camo Safari Tarp just shrugged it off without even a whimper. Reason number two, as I mentioned before, as a result of my correspondence with the Very Nice Aquaquest Representative, of Whom then contacted this Amazon Distributor of Their Aquest Tarps. Together some kind of arrangement was reached, by which I was able to aquier the Safari Tarp I was originally intending to purchase. I am now the proud owner of the Olive Drab Safari Tarp, with the Nylon Ripstop Fabric, and I could not be Happier. Kudos, to the Awesome Folks at Aquaquest for their Great Products, and even Greater Customer Service. Also a Big Thumbs Up to Amazon and Their Partners, for bringing such a Incredible Variety of Great Products to Market.

DDタープと迷ったがMSRのカラーに合わせて購入。 耐水性を考慮したがSafariを選んで良かったのは軽さ。 品質も値段的には悪くなく、DDみたいに他者と被るのも好きではないのと調べたら品質は上らしいので良い買い物だった。 耐久性は分からないが、薄い割には破れ難そうに感じる生地。

Produkten är INTE tillverkat i Canada vilket inte framkommer av hemsidan. Liten packpåse, tvunget att noga vika och rulla för att få in den i pack påsen igen. Bra kvalitet annars.

Últimamente tienen defectos de costura o de agujeros en el tejido por exceso de calor en la cinta selladora

as described, quick delivery 👍🏻 great quality tarp!

If I could give this product 6 stars I would. Outstanding design and quality. From the reinforced attachment points to heavy duty aluminium pegs and adjustable tiedowns. This product is very well thought out and executed. Worth every cent. I hope I never have to use it but have 100% confidence in it if needed