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optiker 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:
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Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
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★★★★★ 5
Monstrously Sweet
Format: Kindle
This book packs an emotional punch, especially if you’ve experienced childhood trauma (particularly abuse and/or neglect). Alexandra creates these three strong protectors who love her and will do anything to make her feel happy and safe. She started out drawing them when she was a small child, and then transitioned to stories as she grew up. Lucien, Elwin, and Kylo look frightening in their monster forms, but it’s clear that they would never hurt Alexandra, and she has never felt afraid of them. They have very distinct personalities that we get to know better throughout the book. The love and devotion they have for Alexandra is sweet and unwavering.
This is a fantastic and creative story! The world-building is wonderful - it’s a shared world with M. Sinclair, and takes place at a university for supernatural beings. The additional world-building within Alexandra’s story added even more depth and intrigue. The spicy times were 🥵 and it’s more of a medium burn, but it works with the characters and I expect that it’ll pick up quite a bit in the next books.
Monsters Within has a unique way of addressing mental health issues that can come from being abused and neglected. There are some flashbacks to Alexandra’s childhood that provide some insight but they don’t go into heavy details.
I absolutely adored this book and can’t wait for more!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2022
★★★★★ 4
One of us
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Alexandra is literally one of us. She's just lucky her fictional men became a reality hahaha. This was a good start to what I know is going to be a great series. This was fast paced and kept me entertained. Im ready for the chaos to slow down a little bit so we can get more into the character development. There's so much happening, I feel like we hardly know anything about anyone BUT that's why this is a series so let's get to the next one!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Love this!
Format: Kindle
So far I'm loving this series! The FMC is tough and sweet and I love her MMCs. Its a very interesting story so far. On to book 2!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026
★★★★★ 3
Alex and her monsters
Format: Kindle
A somewhat intriguing story that did drag a little despite giving us some world building. The explanations just took too long even if we don’t get the full picture yet. I will say the story does have some humor and is very hot. I may pick up the second book at some point.
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★★★★★ 5
Interesting Monster Academy
Format: Kindle
Alexandra is tired of being alone, using writing to escape from her reality. But when her monster protectors in her writing come to life, her life is going to become a little more exciting than she ever anticipated.
This was a fun take on an academy romance. We have two different realities, one for the real world and one for the supernatural world. I loved the Dark Imaginarium Academy and the intrigue it held throughout the story. The plot was fun and the characters were written beautifully. Alexandra, Elwin, Kylo and Lucien were great characters and have the best out of every relationship dynamic. My heart does belong to Lucien, because who doesn't love a murderous psycho willing to kill anyone who hurts you?
I wish there was a little more intrigue to the plot itself. The story was fun to read and well written, but it's still a straightforward Academy romance. I would've liked to see something that made the story really stand out more.
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