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Description
nospa tarp Ultralight Tapered Tarp 8'/6'The Tarp Not too big, not too small. This tarp tapers in width from about 8' at the head to 6' at the foot and is offered in two lengths to better fit your needs. We think this size tarp is the sweet spot for the solo camper. Tapered shape uses space efficiently Curved ridge and edges provide a taut pitch Recycled fabric option Silpoly won't sag when the temperature drops Lower water retention than silnylon Reflective tie outs Great for partnering
The Tarp
Not too big, not too small. This tarp tapers in width from about 8' at the head to 6' at the foot and is offered in two lengths to better fit your needs. We think this size tarp is the sweet spot for the solo camper.
- Tapered shape uses space efficiently
- Curved ridge and edges provide a taut pitch
- Recycled fabric option
- Silpoly won't sag when the temperature drops
- Lower water retention than silnylon
- Reflective tie-outs
- Great for partnering with your Bug Bivy or our 1P Bug Shelter.
Tie-outs
Perimeter tie-outs are located at each end of the ridge (2), the corners (4), and the midpoints of each side (2). There are hang loops located at each end of the ridge (2), the middle of the ridge (1), and about 14" in on the ridge from each end (2) (18" on the 10' tarp).
There is an additional tie-out on the ridge about 14" in from the narrow end (18" on the 10' tarp) to allow the option to pitch with an improvised rear beak. To make the beak, move the guyline from the rear apex to the shock cord loop on the ridge tie-out. We recommend using a fastline clip (included in the optional rigging kit). Stake out the rear corners so the rear edge is pulled taut between the corners.
Note that the color of the UltraGrid reinforcements may vary from what's shown.
Seam Sealing
You'll need to seam seal the ridgeline of this tarp prior to use as per these instructions (or use our service).
Compatible with:
- Bug Bivy: Y-zip, Chest zip, Ridge zip
- Wind Bivy
- Simple Tub
- Tub-floor
- Bug Canopy
- 1P Bug Shelter
Made in the USA from imported materials.
Specifications
Fabric Options
Eco Silpoly:
- Fabric: 20D SilPoly - RECYCLED
- Coating: Sil/PU Blend
- Hydrostatic Head: ~2000mm
- Learn more about material considerations on our Materials Page.
Membrane Silpoly:
- Fabric: 15D SilPoly
- Coating: Sil/PU Blend
- Hydrostatic Head: ~2000mm
Weight
Eco Silpoly:
- Tarp (9' length): 10.1 oz | 287g
- Tarp (10' length): TBD
- Stuff sack: 0.3 oz | 8g
- Landfill waste: 4.4 oz (waste from in-house manufacturing)
Membrane Silpoly:
- Tarp (9' length): 7.9 oz | 223g
- Tarp (10' length): TBD
- Stuff sack: 0.2 oz | 6g
- Landfill waste: TBD
Dimensions
9' Length Option:
- Front width: 8'-0" | 2.44m
- Rear width: 6'-0" | 1.83m
- Length: 9'-0" | 2.74m
- Packed size* (Eco): 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm
- Packed size* (Membrane): 7" x 5" x 1.5" | 18cm x 13cm x 4cm
- Packed size is measured with tarp folded in the provided stuff sack. It can squish down to roughly half the stated size.
10 ft length Option:
- Front width: 8'-2" | 2.49m
- Rear width: 6'-2" | 1.88m
- Length: 10' | 3.05m
- Packed size (Eco): 8" x 5" x 2" | 20cm x 13cm x 5cm
- Packed size* (Membrane): 7" x 5" x 1.5" | 18cm x 13cm x 4cm
- Packed size is measured with tarp folded in the provided stuff sack. It can squish down to roughly half the stated size.
Required items:
- These items are not included
- Trekking poles (or other support for front and rear)
- Rigging
- Stakes: 6 Minimum
- Silicone Seam Sealer
Optional Rigging Kit:
- 30 ft x 1.8mm UHMWPE core cord (0.79 oz | 22.5g)
- 7 x 10mm Tensionlock Tensioners (0.26 oz | 7.5g)
- 1 x 10mm Fastline Clip (0.12 oz | 3.5g)
- 2 x Guyline Grommets (0.19 oz | 5.5g)
Rigging
An optional rigging kit is available for those who wish to set up their tarp per our recommendations.
The kit comes with the following items:
- 30 ft of 1.8mm UHMWPE core guyline with reflective tracer
- 7 x 10mm Tensionlock guyline tensioners
- 1 x Fastline clip
- 2 x Guyline Grommets
Installation:
- Cut your guylines to the lengths shown below.
- Front corners: 40" x 2
- Rear corners: 30" x 2
- Front apex: 96" x 1
- Rear apex: 80" x 1
- Midpoints: 20" x 2
- Install the tensioners using a girth hitch (see images below). Install at all perimeter tie-outs except the rear apex
- Clip the fastline clip to the rear apex.
- Install guylines into the tensioners:
- Tie a loop in one end of each guyline. We prefer to use a bowline knot.
- Thread the guylines through the tensioners as shown in the photos below. For the two guylines that attach to the ridgeline, slip a grommet onto the guyline prior to threading it through the tensioner.
- Tie a knot in the untied end of each guyline. We use a simple overhand knot.
Girth Hitch:
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
- Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
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★★★★★ 4
Decent pillow; medium-firm; heavy
Style: King - Medium
I was looking to replace my old latex pillow from BBB. I have tried several but finding just the right one has been elusive. Although expensive, I was confident this would be THE one. Sadly, it isn't. For a latex pillow, this IS really nice. It is comfortable and solid latex - hard to find. It is medium-firm and has decent spring back. But for me, it doesn't have enough sink. It is actually too firm and I felt my neck was cranked all night (I am 5'6", 135#, side sleeper, ordered the 6.5" one). I do think the cooling Purple grid works pretty well but at the same time, I could feel the grid under my pillow case. The pillow is very heavy.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2026
★★★★★ 1
It’s $30 to return and quickly STINKS from body heat
Style: Standard - Medium
Original review about $30 return below, but since it cost to return I gave it to my husband. He’s a hot sleeper so other than this pillow we’ve switched to all cotton, linen or wool bedding and it’s made a huge difference. (Polyester is plastic so it reflects your heat back to you and makes you sweat more and doesn’t breathe.)
I truly would not have kept this pillow except $30 felt like a waste just to return and he got excited about it. So okay, it’s his. Well I’m the laundry queen in our household (he does all dishes) and I realized very quickly this pillow would need to be washed OFTEN. Like, once a week is NOT enough.
Something about body heat and this material smells HORRIBLE.
Washing it is obviously not easy, so I handwash the outer layer of the pillow with a very gentle soap (bought for silk). And then it has to hang dry.
It doesn’t matter. I can clean it perfectly, no smell remaining whatsoever, but after two nights, it’s so strong I can smell it JUST STANDING NEAR THE BED.
Look. I mentioned my hubs sleeps hot, sure. But he’s hygienic. This should not be such an issue. It’s never been an issue with any other pillows. The smell doesn’t even smell like him or like B.O. or anything. It’s awful and legitimately churns my stomach.
But can I throw out the stupid $200 thing? Noooo. Now he’s attached. And I’m spending hours of my life each week washing it to keep from feeling sick sleeping near it at night. And to avoid having wasted $200. Hate this thing.
DON’T BUY THIS STUPID PILLOW. Dropping from 2 stars to 1 Because of the smell.
Original review:
I thought I could buy this and see if the height would work for me. It didn’t, and pinched my neck instead. But now the *only* way to return it is to ship through UPS (not return to the UPS Store or Kohl’s or Whole Foods, which would be free).
I was going to return it and try a different size, but such a high price just to *try* it is not worth it to me.
I’ve returned much larger (defective) items in the past without hassle or cost (like an entire heavy duty garage shelf with broken pieces).
Had I known, I would not have ordered in the first place, so I hope this saves someone else.
As for the pillow itself, it was unique, but I couldn’t even really lay my head on it for more than a moment until I had let it air out for more than a week. It REEKED upon arrival. My husband said it smelled like ozone, and my brother compared it to the inside of an airplane. It burned my throat if I tried to lay on it for more than about 30 seconds at a time. Two and a half weeks later, the smell is still slightly there.
So even if it was comfy for me, I would not keep this pillow.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2025
★★★★★ 5
The best pillow for side and back sleeping
Style: King - Medium
Bought this pillow for my husband, he loves it. He is back sleeping and has been the best pillow so far. Worth the money. With buy one for me and my daughter. It’s a little pricey but when it comes to sleeping it’s worth the money.highly recommend
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Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Best pillow ever
Style: Standard – Low
I have to say, after decades of buying all sorts of pillows, trying to work for me and my short neck, this is THE one.
I bought the low profile ones and OMG it is just perfect for me. I'm finally getting a good nights sleep without fighting a pillow that is too firm or doubling a pillow that is too soft and thin. It's also not as heavy as other memory foam pillows I've tried. I hate a heavy pillow. Yet, it isn't so light weight that it gets pushed off the bed easily if you change positions a lot during the night.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Amazing. The Perfect Pillow for Side Sleepers with neck pain!
Size: Queen (High Loft), Number of Items: 1
I do have to update my experience. This still is a very comfortable pillow, it's just I can't sleep with it under my head (it's now my hug pillow). After using for 2 weeks, I developed severe neck spasms. Pillows are very individulized and as it turns out, I probably need a firmer pillow than this "highly" comfortable pillow can offer.
Will NOT change my rating.
Wow! I'm impressed with this pillow so far. I'm a side sleeper mostly but chose the medium-high loft 6.2" as recommended which was the perfect height. I didn't see any taller options but this has turned out just right. I did hours of research before chosing this product, which turned out to be advantageous.
It's not as cooling as my old memory foam pillow with the gel layer but it stays cool long enough that I don't have to move the pillow around to be comfortable before falling asleep. It's surprising lightweight. I like it much more than any memory foam I've ever had. The best news was that within a few days my headaches and neck pain have improved by 80%. I am really very impressed with the quality of this pillow. It is softer than I anticipated but still firm enough to keep my head elevated giving me perfect spine alignment and great support. It truly is the MOST COMFORTABLE supportive Pillow I have ever slept on!
The smell is only minor at It's worst and has nearly disappeared after just 4 days. It is a mild latex smell but definitely NOT petroleum. It's in the moderate price range at ~$100 and worth every cent. High value for the price.
I really really like this pillow and highly recommend it. Big fan! Might irder a 2nd as a backup if it doesn't last but it's so well made I feel that won't be a problem.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2026