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    Tarp Ridgeline Angle - Does it matter?

    I posed the question in another thread and was requested to start a new one.

    So, does the tarp ridgeline angle matter? Does it affect the condensation buildup? For open tarps vs. closed-up winter tarps? How about snow shedding qualities?
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    I have noticed a lot of condensation buildup in my winter tarp, even with pitching it higher than I normally would in winter (allowing for some air movement). At Mt. Rogers last year, I got a lot of "snow" from inside the tarp, to the point of needing something waterproof to put over me to keep from getting wet. I was wondering if pitching it steeper might help with that...?


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    internal or external ridgeline?

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    I have always had big tarps, so my ridgeline has always been at 90^ to the tree (parallel to ground). If I had a smaller tarp and/or more severe weather I could/would pitch the leading edge lower.

    I would like to test different tarp materials: PU-coated vs sil vs spinn vs cuben on "Condensation holding". It seems to me that without wind to 'shake' the tarp, a very tight/sharp/low-pitch doesn't appear to help avoid condensation build-up.
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    Hey Rug,

    How about including a test of Rain X Anti Fog Windshield Treatment?
    What's in that stuff anyways.
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    Last edited by squidbilly; 01-05-2011 at 23:03.

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