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Durable and lightweight, at just 650g, this three-to-five-person shelter packs down small, offering quick-setup refuge to intrepid mountain travellers.
Rab says:
For groups travelling fast and light in the mountains, on foot, two wheels, or even for adventure racing, the SilTarp 3 offers a flexible, lightweight alternative to a tent. Versatile and durable, it can be easily stashed or pulled out, and setup up quickly, weighing in at just 650g and packing down to 25cm x 19cm. It also offers additional shelter for your team at basecamp, providing a dry place to sit.
The 3m x 3.66m, large rectangular tarp is made from tough, siliconised 30D Cordura with a PU coating. Ultralight and waterproof, it’s incredibly strong and resilient. The 20 guy points are reinforced for strength and offer a variety of different setup options with one central lifter point.
Our Verdict
light, durable, and versatile, Rabs line of siltarps are an institution in the outdoors world and, are lighter and more durable than before. With 20 reinforced attachment points, and a centre lifter point, for ridgeline support or for use with a trekking pole to add stability, the number of configurations you can assemble this tarp is almost limitless. Brilliant for group trips, or used in conjuncture with a tent to give a huge living area or a base camp.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- 3m x 3.66m (10’x12’) rectangular tarp provides 11m2 (120 sq ft) of coverage
- 20 external guy points made from lightweight webbing
- 1 central lifter point for support with a ridge line
- Cordura reinforcement patches on corner and central guy points
- All webbing points double bartacked for strength
- Ideal for 3-5 people depending on setup
Specifications
- Our weight ( not not including pegs) : 661g
- Size: 3m x 3.66m (10’x12’)
- Packed size: 25cm x 19cm
Material & Construction
- Cordura 30D siliconised nylon with PU coated back (67gsm) with 2000mm HH
- Cordura 300D nylon reinforcement
