DIY tarp geometry

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Koda
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DIY tarp geometry

Post by Koda » May 18th, 2017, 9:41 pm

does anyone know of a pattern or template for a tarp shape like this geometry?

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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by Webfoot » May 18th, 2017, 10:17 pm

Forgive me, but why do you need a pattern? Can't you figure the profile from the final dimensions you desire?

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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by kaltbluter » May 19th, 2017, 5:56 am

I made up some numbers so I could have a picture. Tell me what the four dimensions should be and I'll send you a drawing for the flat shape.
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Chase
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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by Chase » May 19th, 2017, 6:08 am

Post pics after you make it. I'd love to see it.

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retired jerry
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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by retired jerry » May 22nd, 2017, 12:11 pm

I believe you want to buy it rather than make it

Have you looked at https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/, gossamergear.com, https://www.sixmoondesigns.com/, http://tarptent.com/, https://sierradesigns.com/, or rei?

If you wanted to make it I probably have some suggestions. And there are other people here that have mad stuff.

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5th
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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by 5th » May 22nd, 2017, 1:43 pm

Jerry is right. I spent a lot of time making gear. Tarps are often bought cheaper than they are made.

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retired jerry
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Re: DIY tarp geometry

Post by retired jerry » May 22nd, 2017, 1:53 pm

but making them is more fun :)

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