Poncho used as tarp doors

[SaabZombee]

I've heard of people using ponchos as tarp doors for cat cut tarps. Can somebody explain how this is done, maybe with a picture or two?

[nothermark]

Think it through. Tie one side together and hang it from the ridge line. Stake out the two edges on the bottom. One edge to each side. Probably need a few extra lines to stabilize it. To get fancier pull the bottom shoulder out into a peak so the wind hits a slope instead of a flat wall.

[gargoyle]

With most ponchos, you'll need to mod it with some tie outs. Grab some 3/4" or 1" grosrain or webbing. Sew on a loop at each corner. Maybe another set at each mid point. Practice setting it up in the backyard or a nearby park. Youll prolly need a s-clip or carabiner to attach the poncho to the tarp rl. Then stake out the edges to give you a sealed end.

The extra loops dont hinder the poncho as far as functionality go, it does add maybe an ounce or two.
Heres one example.

poncho tarp 059.jpg

[bear bag hanger]

Thank you! You all just saved me another $300 for another, bigger cuben fiber tarp! Guess I should go out and experiment a bit before I go too far with this.

[Borday]

Theres always the ever useful clothes pin.

[Fronkey]

If you go to the 5 minute mark you can see how I use my poncho while on the trail to make a door cover. I can still use it as a poncho during the day too.



Fronkey

[FLRider]

Here's how I used to use my GI poncho as a Grizz Beak. On my hiking trips, I've gone over to a much lighter tarp and poncho/undercover, but I still use this on my biking trips. Since the video, I've added two grosgrain loops at the shoulders of the poncho to be able to tie out to either a stake or a tree to prevent flapping towards the hammock.



Hope it helps!