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 May 17, 2009 by wisenber

Rating:
Design: Tarp tent
Sleeps: 2
Ease of Setup: Lots of options
Weight: 27 ounces
Price Paid: $58

This a very durable tarp with tons of options for set up. I take mine for three season hammock camping. Suspended on the diagonal, it gives great end to end coverage while retaining the option of staking it to the ground for max side coverage when the rain is blowing.

When I get to areas above treeline that do not offer good hammock hanging options, I use my hammock as a bivy and use the Noah's tarp as a tarp tent. With one hiking pole and three stakes, I've been able to set this up low and tight enough to withstand 50+ mph winds. I simply put some rocks and logs over the stakes for added security.

Since this tarp is tough and made from polyester, it is not the lightest tarp by a long shot. However, it does withstand more use and abuse than lighter silnylon tarps. I'd give it 5 stars, but there is a weight penalty.

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