Question: Kelty Noah Waterproof?

**grannypat** · 10-23-2012, 12:13

I think I have seen a Kelty sun tarp that isn't waterproof. Make sure you don't buy that.

**matmore74** · 10-23-2012, 12:26

I have the Kelty 9 x 2 of them they are water proof if setup right and if you
Do some of the tips like string to catch the water before it gets to your hammock
And the right sag. Plus it doesn't hurt to put some silicon spray on it if your unsure
It's cheaper to make your own and seam seal and silicon yourself for about 5 hrs of work and 30 buck

**shuag** · 10-23-2012, 22:00

The kelty noah tarp is a pretty big tarp. As such it takes up a bunch of extra space due to the size. Are you sure you need one this big? Especially if you are motorcycle camping.

**Ga_Mtn_Man** · 10-24-2012, 05:31

Originally Posted by shuag

The kelty noah tarp is a pretty big tarp. As such it takes up a bunch of extra space due to the size. Are you sure you need one this big? Especially if you are motorcycle camping.

I don't motorcycle camp, but this is actually a question I started looking at once I saw a YouTube vid and could see the size. But I am not sure that 9x9 gives me the coverage I want. I like the idea of having extra coverage during big rain days/nights (especially when I have the dog with me) and maybe the ability to close it in during winter nights. That along with my new underquilt may allow me to go 4 season camping. Or at least try it.

So I am still working that all out.

**jlcop** · 10-25-2012, 21:48

FYI
Kelty Noah tarps are on sale at Cabelas online right now. I just ordered a 9x9 for $39.95 which as about $10.00 cheaper then anywhere I could find.
John

**Debi Jaytee** · 10-25-2012, 23:24

I ordered a 12x12 Kelty Noah from Steep an Cheap a couple of years ago. $40.00, pretty good deal for a nice big tarp that covers both me and my boyfriend. Haven't gotten wet yet.