Snakeskins for winter tarp

**StumpJumper** · 10-28-2009, 22:43

I believe this has already been talked about, but I'm unable to find the past threads.

I have an 10x11 OES winter trap and i'd like to add snakeskins. At this size, are these a custom job? Does anyone here make snakeskins? .... I don't have a seeing machine unfortunately. Maybe I can simply buy the largest Hennesy set?

Thanks for you help.

HobieCat

**Agfadoc** · 10-28-2009, 23:11

I have a 10x12 sportsmans guide tarp - which is heavier than the OES, and it fits nicely within a Hennessy #4 snakeskin.

**ikemouser** · 10-29-2009, 00:46

you can make them in about 30 minutes, check the diy forum

**StumpJumper** · 10-29-2009, 13:32

Originally Posted by ikemouser

you can make them in about 30 minutes, check the diy forum

"I don't have a seeing machine unfortunately."

perhaps you missed this.....

**Cannibal** · 10-29-2009, 13:35

Related question:
What are the benefits of a skinned tarp?
I've never seen a need/desire and I would think you'd just have a wet tarp every time you set it up after being rolled up in a waterproof carrier all day.

**Take-a-knee** · 10-29-2009, 14:09

Originally Posted by Cannibal

Related question:
What are the benefits of a skinned tarp?
I've never seen a need/desire and I would think you'd just have a wet tarp every time you set it up after being rolled up in a waterproof carrier all day.

Well, I'm not really qualified to answer since I just stuck my Macat DLX in skins for the first time last week (#4) and haven't used it yet. Just Jeff has posted he likes a "skinned" tarp so he can tie it in place skinned and view the stars, if inclement weather ensues it's a lot faster to deploy than digging in a pack at midnight. TeeDee has opined that, in a high wind, tarp set up is MUCH easier, They convinced me to try them. In theory a tarp with a dry underside should stay that way after you put the skins on, we'll see.

**Cannibal** · 10-29-2009, 14:14

Originally Posted by Take-a-knee

They convinced me to try them.

Well then, as one skeptic to another...let me know how it works.

**Roadtorque** · 10-29-2009, 14:53

I've often had an internal debate about skins on tarps, over all I think they have accrued enough pros for me to eventually purchase them. I hadn't realized that #4s would fit a tarp that large so I may place an order for them. I'm not sure I will fully understand the pros and cons to skins until I start using them. I do think the main benefit would be set up windy conditions.

**Ramblinrev** · 10-29-2009, 15:08

I like to be able to string the tarp and leave it skinned on days when I want maximum ventilation. It is quick enough to jump up and stake it out if I need to. I don't care for the black bishop bag or the dual ended stuff sack. Just a bersonal observation. What ever floats your boat.

**redbank** · 10-29-2009, 15:52

[QUOTE=HobieCat;165281]"I don't have a seeing machine unfortunately."

perhaps you missed this.....[/QUOTE

Don't know if he missed it or wasn't wanting to make physical difficulties ( don't have a seeing machine )the issue!

Redbank
He who would keep everyone in stitches but for spell check!