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Somewhere here on the forum, I've seen a modified version with the legs crossing on the sides. Might that be a solution for this person's DIY stand?
TominMN Today, 12:16Probably could work, but i see only downsides. The joints staying loose allows them automatically and continuously to adjust to spare the poles any bending
Latherdome Today, 11:54But ignoring all that, and regardless what is 'best' - would the struts work? Would they have to be exact sizes to not add additional strain etc. I guess
mountainm Today, 11:29I thought this was next weekend (!!) but I'll scramble to get there tomorrow! Will throw whatever fits into the car.
Vicki Today, 11:04Yes. Counterweight on head end has similar effect. So do the tarp’s own guylines. Only reason Tensa says not to tension a head guyline is that some might
Latherdome Today, 10:52I would expect a stake to hold pretty well in tarmac!
Tie the head end to a bucket of sand...
I want to put it on tarmac, so anchoring one end is easier.
mountainm Today, 08:51
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I see few upsides to that “XX” design, maybe zero if there’s not a problem anchoring at least the foot end. The crossed poles are in the way of entry/exit,
Latherdome Today, 12:42