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A cooking tarp or fly is a nice asset to have in case it starts to rain - it allows you to prepare your food while staying dry, as well as providing a shelter for your cook stove in the event of rain. You can either simply bring a tarp you have in the garage with some rope to tie it up, or you can purchase a cooking fly specifically for this purpose. This is a <anchor>tarp</anchor> made for camping, starting at $25. But once again, the common theme here in this post is that if you don’t have this and do not want to spend the money, NO PROBLEM! Just grab an old tarp from the garage, check it for holes, find some rope, and GO!
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STAY DRY IN THE RAIN: Unigear tent tarp is made of super strong 210D rip-stop Oxford fabric, PU 3000mm waterproof. It offers an excellent protection against rain, sudden downpours, snow and high winds. Open size is 300x300cm/10x10ft

NO MORE RIPPING & LEAKING: To offer a safer and tougher shelter, all the 8 fix points on the rain fly are reinforced a triangle dual layer. Besides, all fix points are used double reinforced stitches, which can prevent ripping and leaking even in extreme conditions

BLOCK THE SUN: Coated with PU Inner layer, Unigear lightweight tarp can provide a UV protection in the sun. Perfects for hammock camping, backpacking, hiking, or other adventure

MULTIPLE USES: The rain fly can be widely used as survival tarp, hammock shelter, outdoor kitchen cover, simple tent, tent footprint, ground sheet and instant shade. Come with 6 stakes and 6 ropes, you can set up different shapes easily

Camping Companion: No matter the occasion, our lightweight tarp tents are must-have camping and tent accessories for the adventurer in your life

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· Since 2014, Unigear has been serving campers and hikers worldwide. It is important to us that our products get people excited to wander out into the wild and see this beautiful world for themselves!

· We love our customers and our emphasis on user experience.We never finished improving on our products. We sincerely wish everyone enjoy your outdoor life!

### Great for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Hammocking

#### Essential Hammock Cover Accessory

To enjoy a more comfortable camping, it’s essential to prepare a tent tarp if less than perfect weather likes rain and heavy sun. Unigear multi-purpose waterproof hammock tarp can match all your needs for your outdoor adventure. It not only shields you and your gear from sun and rain, but also provides a spacious space to enjoy your travel. It can be used as a hammock shelter, tent footprint, ground sheet, instant shade, base camp, and ideal for hiking, camping, picnic, or beach.

- Water Resistant to Keep You Dry
- UV Protection to Keep Away Sunburn
- Anti-Tearing for Long Lasting
- Space Saving for Your Bag
- Easy to Set UP with Ropes and Stakes
- Large Coverage for Your Hammock and Tent
- Multiples Use for your Outdoor Adventure

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Reinforcing all fix points with double layer material. Every corners and edges are used double reinforced stitches to anti-tear and anti-leak. Tough and stronger even in extreme conditions.

#### PU 3000mm Waterproof

No more worry about for a sudden rain or downpours. Unigear hammock rain fly is constructed with 210D rip-stop Oxford fabric, PU 3000mm Waterproof.

#### UV Protection

UV damaged when outdoors? The interior of Unigear rain fly is coated with silver PU to prevent strong sunshine. It can protect you from sunburn. Ideal for outdoor life.

#### Easy to Set Up

Come with 8 tie downs, It’s easy to fix and set up the different shapes with the stakes and ropes. We hope all you guys enjoy the pleasure time in your outdoor time!

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  120 x 120 x 0.1 inches; 2.18 Pounds

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- Best Sellers Rank:  #34,726 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

- #29 in Camping Tent Tarps

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Customers like the build quality, weight, and value of the tarp. They mention it's well-constructed, relatively light, and well worth the price. Customers also appreciate the waterproofing and looks. They are happy with the size, how well it works, and that it'll be reflective.

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154 customers mention "Build quality"142 positive12 negative

Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the tarp. They mention it's well-constructed, lightweight, and has plenty of room for two people. Customers appreciate the stakes are good quality aluminum stakes, much better than the bent steel things that come. They say the seams are neat and even, and it holds up to the wind and the rain rolls right off it. They are impressed by the weight and quality of this tarping. They also mention it lasted all last season with nearly daily use and weathered two thunderstorms.

"...The tie out points are reinforced fairly well. I like that there are a number of tie out points in the sides and center points...." Read more

"...The stakes are good quality aluminum stakes, much better than the bent steel things that come with many cheap tents at the same weight...." Read more

"...It weathered two thunderstorms and still looks new. I was quite surprised at the quality for the low price." Read more

"...The tarp has some very strong eyelets around it to run rope through or stake it down. Stakes are provided. Good ones too! No tears are rips...." Read more

78 customers mention "Weight"58 positive20 negative

Customers like the weight of the product. They mention it's fairly light and compact.

"...It's not the lightest material out there, for sure, but it seems light enough for anything but ultralight backpacking...." Read more

"...Although not extremely lightweight, I considered it pretty light considering it's durability...." Read more

" Excellently lightweight, excellently durable, excellent everything. Seriously, fantastic product...." Read more

"...nuetral-- not the easiest to pack away, but is definitely doable.-not loops or grommets on the interior of the outer side of the tarp...." Read more

73 customers mention "Value for money"59 positive14 negative

Customers appreciate the value for money of the tarp. They mention it's well-constructed and works great for saving them hundreds of dollars.

"...Seams are well-sealed and do not leak.For $40, it's a fantastic value. I replace the stakes with extruded aluminum ones.... stronger...." Read more

"...I was quite surprised at the quality for the low price." Read more

"...this is a great buy for the money. Can't comment on the durability because I only used it once, but the water resistance is top notch...." Read more

"...Not to mention the reasonable price point. Having this allows me to enjoy, even look forward to, rainy camping trips...." Read more

67 customers mention "Waterproof"65 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the waterproof feature of the tarp. They mention it keeps them dry, is lightweight, and has top-notch water resistance. Some say it works great keeping both the rain and sun off.

"...UPDATE: Very waterproof. Water beads up on top surface.... no dampness below. Just wish that a 12 foot width was available...." Read more

"...on the durability because I only used it once, but the water resistance is top notch. I set it up over my hammock and slept outside in it overnight...." Read more

"...Not a scratch. Not a tear. No waterproofing failure...." Read more

"...It kept our picnic table and gear dry in a surprise 5am downpour - stayed totally waterproof...." Read more

58 customers mention "Looks"58 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the tarp. They mention it's fabulous, lightweight, and well-cut for hammocking. Some say the stitching looks good so far.

"...It weathered two thunderstorms and still looks new. I was quite surprised at the quality for the low price." Read more

"...Five connection points on each length allows for a nice taught shade...." Read more

"...Seriously, fantastic product. I’ve used it for years on nearly every backcountry camping trip I go on, so probably 12+ “expeditions.” Not a scratch...." Read more

"...Still, the tarp looks good otherwise and we will be putting it through a full test soon...." Read more

53 customers mention "Size"42 positive11 negative

Customers like the size of the tarp. They mention it's lightweight and small. Some say it has plenty of room when lying down, but low head space when sitting. Overall, customers are satisfied with the size and mention it will be long-lasting.

"...Mine came with a cord and stake bag, and a nicely sized bag to store the tarp in...." Read more

"...It packs down small and is easy to put up if you’ve got the right trees...." Read more

" Big! And provides significant Sun shading." Read more

"Well constructed and lightweight and plenty of room for two people ." Read more

44 customers mention "Works well"44 positive0 negative

Customers like the product. They mention it works well for their purposes, performs beyond expectations, and is very useful in creating its own shade. Some say it has an unexpected benefit, the bottom is highly reflective, and it's perfectly serviceable.

"...I bought back-ups for this product as it works so well for my purpose, I have no problem buying a new one every year or two." Read more

"...looking for a lightweight solution for a covering while camping - this works great!..." Read more

"Love this tarp and will be buying another. It's light weight and did an excellent job getting us through some of the outer band rain squalls..." Read more

31 customers mention "Reflective"27 positive4 negative

Customers like the reflective tarp. They mention it provides significant sun shading, the silver PU is great for blocking the sun on hot days and for retaining heat on cold nights. The reflective inside does a good job reflecting heat, creating a barrier against the sun. Customers also appreciate the bright orange with reflective material.

"...The reflective inside does a good job reflecting heat creating a barrier against the sun, or for keeping the heat in...." Read more

"...Grommets also have loops.-there's a reflective material on one side that, used during the night, can keep in more heat...." Read more

"...This product is perfect as it blocks the harsh/blinding sun, but allows diffused light so it has a light and airy effect...." Read more

"... Provides nice shade in the sun as well. So glad we brought this along instead of a big heavy easy up." Read more

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##### Easy to put up, waterproof

We were looking for a lightweight solution for a covering while camping - this works great! It packs down small and is easy to put up if you’ve got the right trees. It kept our picnic table and gear dry in a surprise 5am downpour - stayed totally waterproof. It was so nice to have a dry place to sit and have coffee while the weather sorted itself out. Provides nice shade in the sun as well. So glad we brought this along instead of a big heavy easy up.

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Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021

There's no way to tell how this will hold up over the years but it appears well"made. The tie out points are reinforced fairly well. I like that there are a number of tie out points in the sides and center points. The colors are darker than they appear in the photos here. The underside is silvery. Not Mylar. I've never seen this sort of fabric. I have not had it in the rain yet. I will post again with an update after some rain experience. Overall it's a good value when you look at what the more reputable brands like Kelty and so forth are pricing tarps at. It's not the lightest material out there, for sure, but it seems light enough for anything but ultralight backpacking. The stakes are simple aluminum but they are rugged... not thin little skewers. I was also surprised that the included guy lines are actually good quality. I was planning on throwing those away but they will suffice nicely.

UPDATE: Very waterproof. Water beads up on top surface....no dampness below. Just wish that a 12 foot width was available.

UPDATE AUG 2010:. Love these tarps have four now...one has been up since January 2022 in snow climate two have been up all summer. Will they last five years like this? Probably not. Will they last ten years if you go on a few trips a year? For sure. The 10x13 also has tie-out points on two sides. In other words, if you hang the tarp on the ridge, and look at it from above, there's a tie-out point on the left side of the ridge and on the right side. Seams are well-sealed and do not leak.

For $40, it's a fantastic value. I replace the stakes with extruded aluminum ones.... stronger. But the guy lines they give you are really good. I do wish they had a 12x12 but that means using fabric that's 6' wide....and that's not as inexpensive as using 5' goods.

16 people found this helpful

Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2021

I have purchased two versions of this tarp, the large 10x16 foot and the small 10x10 foot. I have had the 10x16 tarp since 2021 and have used it over 10 times. I live in the pacific Northwest, and commonly camp in wet and cold conditions. I have used this tarp in both summer to keep cool, and winter to keep warm. The reflective inside does a good job reflecting heat creating a barrier against the sun, or for keeping the heat in. My small tarp I use as part of my SAR kit. It is perfect size for a 6'5" person in a mountain man modified holden configuration. I typically use part of the tarp as a ground cloth. To prevent tear outs I use small bungies that keep things tight and reduces damage from high winds. In my last campout, it was used to revive two hypothermic campers who's kelty tarp failed to maintain waterproof or structure. The large tarp has center ties, but the small tarp only has ties on each corner and halfway on each edge (8 total). The material is of good quality, and everything is nicely sewn and sealed. I have not had any problems with leaking, even on parts that have been used as a ground cloth. The lines that come with them are retro-reflective striped, and very visible. The stakes are good quality aluminum stakes, much better than the bent steel things that come with many cheap tents at the same weight. Mine came with a cord and stake bag, and a nicely sized bag to store the tarp in. I would recommend this tarp, it has held up to high winds, torrential downpours, and 100F days with almost no wear.

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Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024

We used this tarp during a weeklong trip to Quetico. Although not extremely lightweight, I considered it pretty light considering it's durability. The reflective surface on the one side can be turned in to maintain heat or turned out to reflect sunlight. It weathered two thunderstorms and still looks new. I was quite surprised at the quality for the low price.

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2024

I have this attached to my fence to create shade with poles and anchored down on the other side. We haven't gotten much rain this year. The rain we did get has came in with high winds and pouring heavy down. The tarp has some very strong eyelets around it to run rope through or stake it down. Stakes are provided. Good ones too! No tears are rips. No fading from the sun. Still in perfect condition!

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2022

I took this tarp on a solo weekend tent camping trip. It was a very rainy weekend.

I bought this because I knew I needed an additional shelter while camping, a part from my tent. I wanted to setup my hammock at my site and I wanted cover from the sun and rain.

pros:

-lightweight

-comes with guy lines, stakes

-plenty of grommets. Grommets also have loops.

-there's a reflective material on one side that, used during the night, can keep in more heat.

-at the very least water resistant, but I'd wager it's water proof

cons

- guy lines are finicky to use. The sliders are cheap and difficult to move up the line.

-stakes are cheap. I was able to bang them into rocky, hard ground with a rubber mallet but I'm afraid they won't last long.

nuetral-

-not the easiest to pack away, but is definitely doable.

-not loops or grommets on the interior of the outer side of the tarp. In case you wanted to set up in the andirondack configuration.

this is a great buy for the money. Can't comment on the durability because I only used it once, but the water resistance is top notch. I set it up over my hammock and slept outside in it overnight. That night, there was a downpour and I stayed bone dry the entire night. It also dries quickly/ easily.

11 people found this helpful

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2023

I purchased this product to create a sunshade outside my west facing screened porch. The coolaroo material for sunshades is a bit heavy and since I wanted to connect it to the soffit and our nearby privacy fence, I needed something lightweight with multiple tie points for thin cords. This product is perfect as it blocks the harsh/blinding sun, but allows diffused light so it has a light and airy effect. It has cooled off our porch by 15 degrees. Five connection points on each length allows for a nice taught shade. It lasted all last season with nearly daily use and is still good to start off this season, but I am starting to see signs of weakening at the tie out seams. The color fades in constant sun, but that doesn't bother me. I bought back-ups for this product as it works so well for my purpose, I have no problem buying a new one every year or two.

6 people found this helpful

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Muy vergas 10 de 10

_5.0 out of 5 stars_Buena calidad

Reviewed in Mexico on August 28, 2024

Un poco pesado, pero excelente material y calidad



ako09

_5.0 out of 5 stars_So far so good

Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2024

Took it camping for a couple of days and I’m impressed with the quality and build. Had a few windy days and the tarp held up. Also good with the rain as well. It’s light weight and I managed to string it with some solar lights to it. If you’re tight on space and can’t fit the big 13x13 canopies then this is a perfect option for you.

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Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2024

Took it camping for a couple of days and I’m impressed with the quality and build. Had a few windy days and the tarp held up. Also good with the rain as well. It’s light weight and I managed to string it with some solar lights to it. If you’re tight on space and can’t fit the big 13x13 canopies then this is a perfect option for you.

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UMBERTO TIBURCIO VANNI

_5.0 out of 5 stars_Excelente

Reviewed in Brazil on July 18, 2022

Acampei e peguei um temporal, chuva pesada e a tarp aguentou bem. Muito boa.



Liten och smidig

_5.0 out of 5 stars_Bra till mycket.

Reviewed in Sweden on August 22, 2024

Har den som extra tak vid tältet och även när man är ute i skog och mark.Fungerar alldeles utmärkt till det jag använder den till.

Kanke skulle varit lite kraftigare 'tyg' vid fästen på tarpen.



James Lazarus

_5.0 out of 5 stars_Sağlam

Reviewed in Turkey on August 11, 2024

Göründüğü kadar sağlam bir tane daha alacağım

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