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Aegis Tarp
$359.00
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SKU: aegis
Overview
Built for hunters and backcountry travelers who want a compact emergency shelter option, this tarp is sized for two people and their gear while staying light enough to carry in a daypack. It can be set up as a flat tarp, lean-to, or trekking-pole supported shelter, giving you flexibility for different camps and conditions. The included cordage and built-in stuff sack support fast deployment and packing, while the design requires stakes or pegs of your choosing. It is a practical choice for minimalist bivy trips or as added insurance when weather and distance make a reliable shelter worth carrying.
Why Hunters Choose the Kifaru Intl
Ultralight Emergency
Shelter designed for two people
Compact Enough
To keep in a daypack
Multiple Pitch
Options: flat tarp, lean-to, or
Includes 32
Feet of cordage for setup
Built-in Stuff
Sack supports fast packing and
Key Features
- Ultralight emergency shelter designed for two people and their gear.
- Compact enough to keep in a daypack for backcountry or minimalist bivy use.
- Highly wind-resistant, tested to 60+ mph.
- Fully waterproof in any configuration.
- Supports flat tarp, lean-to, or trekking-pole shelter pitches.
- Includes 32 feet of cordage and a built-in stuff sack.
- Requires 8 stakes or pegs, not included.
Best Used For
- Backcountry hikers wanting compact emergency shelter insurance in a daypack
- Minimalist bivy users needing a two-person tarp with gear space
- Hunters setting a lightweight camp with multiple pitch options
- Users who already carry stakes and trekking poles for shelter setup
Specifications
| Built In Stuff Sack | Yes |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Two people and their gear |
| Cordage Included | 32 ft. |
| Flat Dimensions | 120" x 120" |
| Long Description | An ultralight emergency shelter built for two people and their gear. Compact and light enough to always keep in your daypack for backcountry insurance or minimalist bivy missions. Features: Highly wind-resistant (tested to 60+ mph) and fully waterproof in any configuration Multiple pitch options: flat tarp, lean-to, or trekking-pole supported shelter (includes 32 ft. of cordage) Flat dimensions: 120" x 120" Built-in stuff sack for fast packing Requires 8 stakes/pegs of your choosing (not included) Weight: 1.19 lbs (19 oz) |
| Pitch Options | Flat tarp; lean-to; trekking-pole supported shelter |
| Short Description | An ultralight emergency shelter built for two people and their gear. |
| Stakespegs Included | false |
| Stakespegs Required | 8 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Weight | 1.19 lbs (19 oz) |
| Wind Resistance | Tested to 60+ mph |
Pros
- Ultralight emergency shelter designed for two people and their gear
- Compact enough to keep in a daypack for backcountry backup use
- Offers multiple pitch options: flat tarp, lean-to, or trekking-pole supported shelter
- Includes 32 feet of cordage for setup flexibility
- Built-in stuff sack supports fast packing and storage
- Fully waterproof and tested to withstand 60+ mph wind
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as an emergency shelter for two people and their gear, so it’s more of a backup or minimalist bivy solution than a full-featured camp shelter.
- Requires 8 stakes/pegs of your choosing, which adds a separate gear requirement and means setup depends on the hardware you already carry.
- The tarp is versatile, but the different pitch options may require some familiarity and practice to use efficiently in the field.
- At 19 oz, it is very light for its intended use, but the compact design still needs to be packed and managed as part of your daypack system.
Suggested Comparisons
- Ultralight emergency shelter
- Backpacking tarp shelter
- Bivy shelter
- Trekking-pole supported shelter
Suggested Accessories
- Tent stakes / pegs
- Guyline cord
- Trekking poles
- Groundsheet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Aegis Tarp designed for?
It is an ultralight emergency shelter built for two people and their gear, intended for backcountry insurance or minimalist bivy use.
What shelter configurations can it be pitched in?
The Aegis Tarp supports multiple pitch options: flat tarp, lean-to, or trekking-pole supported shelter.
What comes included with the tarp?
It includes 32 ft. of cordage and a built-in stuff sack for fast packing.
What additional items are needed to use it?
It requires 8 stakes/pegs of your choosing, and they are not included.
What are the listed dimensions and weight?
The flat dimensions are 120" x 120", and the listed weight is 1.19 lbs (19 oz).