User Review: Kelty Noah's Tarp 9

Kelty Noah's Tarp 9
Above: The current Noah's Tarp 9, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed December 28, 2001 by Joe White

Rating:
Design: parabolic
Sleeps: 2
Ease of Setup: easy
Weight: 24 oz
Price Paid: $50

This is probably the best value for the buck in tarps. light enough to be carried for extra shelter if you plan on carrying a tent. I use this with my bivy in winter when bugs are not a problem. The tarp's design allows a reasonably taut pitch with just two stakes and a guy line on each end tied to two points, ie trees, bushes, trek poles whatever. The polyester material will not stretch and is very waterproof however I found it necessary to seam seal it carefully. All in all, a high quality, useful product with a very reasonable price.