Is the tarp sturdy enough to be slept on over rough grounds? Sleeping underneath the stars?
842978
It is sturdy like a windbreaker fabric - possibly a bit heavier - what is nice is it is not bulky and crinkly like the cheap poly tarps - You need to use a sleeping pad between you in the ground. We purchased KYMAC sleeping pads - the size of a grapefruit when in it's pouch. Blows up in about 20 puffs of air - INSULATES and Stayed inflated ALL NIGHT - amazing. Use the tarp and that pad and you will sleep like a baby.
842979
I wouldn't hesitate to sleep on it. However I would first do my best to make sure there is nothing under it sharp enough to penetrate thru the tarp, just as you would a tent. But in all honesty I believe it wasn't designed to be slept on, but to be slept under.
423575
SORRY FOR THE LATE ANSWER. I had bought what I thought was the same tarp a year and a half ago. This one was definitely not as sturdy
77498
I have had this pack for a while it's pretty tough. I use it for camping, mtb, and anything. So far not a single rip or tare. If this bag ever fails I will buy another the next day.
60967
Yes, very much so. So much so that you have to make sure you set it up so that there is a constant slope in the fabric (or you will get pools of water on the top weighing the tarp down). Survived 10 day trek at Philmont with being set up and taken down 9 of those days (we were at the same site for 2 nights to make the 10th day). I would buy again.
1882043
It will need something to hold it down. Just know you are buying a thin tarp that is basically useless
333652
To answer your question, the tent floor is thin like its walls. I've used a tarp for the outside floor and a blanket for camping pad for the inside. It's a great tent! Survived a heavy downpour earlier this summer
1360208
The cot is well built and strong. The cot and sleeping bag would be very firm, but the cot would give as you turn during the night. The ground wouldn't.
1713166
Nope... Best use for this poncho liner is when used in conjunction with either a ground tarp or rain poncho laid down as a barrier between the ground and the liner. Although truth be told, you'll have a rough night sleeping even using that configuration because you'll absolutely feel the ground underneath. This liner is best used with a hammock tent or coupled with a regular sleeping bag + ground sheet if you want to stay snug and comfortable.
1887072
I agree with the other two comments, they are probably sturdy enough but unless you sleep on your back I think it would be uncomfortable.
480213
While I'm not looking to weight it till it bends, it's surprisingly robust. I have a sleeping bag on mine. I'd say it could handle any cloth based material. The metal is pretty thick. It's at least 2-3x stronger than I expected. Very impressed.
47468
Yes get a tarp to put underneath,we picked up one cheap at harbor freight. You never know what is underneath the grass... I purchased this a few months back my boys love this house it gets used at least 3xs a week I call it mommy sanity plus they use so much energy they sleep better �
274589
If on dry ground it should be fine. If ground is damp, then you need a tarp
345248
Yes it is. However, over time, especially setting against wood it may start to leak a little. I've used mine as a canopy over our deck on the Outer Banks, and it is by far the best tarp I've ever had!
1322550
I always put a tarp under any tent, this one has a good bottom but it is not worth risking a tear not too mention it helps keep it clean for when you go to put it away.
1233823
We used it in Afghanistan and it held up to those elements, but really its just hot and dry there. But I must say it seems pretty sturdy. But yes, I would make sure it was in a covered area that is protected as much as possible!
1390891
So far only our young grand children have slept on it. I would ask the manufacturer. It seems very sturdy.
1196379
We camped for four days, two of which we experienced heavy constant downpours. With a tarp underneath, it held up well. The fly does not go down the sides at all, so you must be very very careful to not allow anything to touch the sides or it will leak. Also, the little stow pockets on the side will leak if you have anything in them during rain. It was only moderately windy and it held up well.