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ALPS Mountaineering Utility Tarp
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SKU: WX2*0720660
Overview
Built for quick shelter when weather turns, this tarp is a practical addition to a hunting pack, bug-out bag, or emergency kit. Its packable design makes it easy to carry until you need a fast rain cover or an overnight setup in the field. The 68-denier 210T polyester ripstop fabric with a 1,500mm PU coating is designed to shed water and help block UV exposure, while fully taped seams add another layer of weather protection. With 16 guy-out points, plus included stakes, guy ropes, and a storage pouch, it offers flexible rigging options without adding unnecessary bulk.
Why Hunters Choose the Alps
Packs Small
Enough for a backpack or
68-denier 210t
1,500mm PU coating
Fully Taped
Seams help support weather protection
16 Reinforced
Guy-out points allow multiple setup
Includes Four
7075 aluminum stakes, four guy
Key Features
- Packs small enough for a backpack or bug-out bag.
- Designed for emergency rain shelter setups.
- 68-denier 210T polyester ripstop fabric with 1,500mm PU coating.
- Resists UV damage and helps shed water.
- 16 reinforced guy-out points for versatile configuration options.
- Includes four 7075 aluminum stakes, four guy ropes, and a storage pouch.
Best Used For
- Hunters needing a compact emergency rain shelter for unexpected weather in camp.
- Backpackers and bug-out bag users who want a small, versatile tarp setup.
- Users building a simple overhead shelter with multiple guy-out configuration options.
- Campers wanting a lighter-colored tarp that allows more ambient light transmission.
- Outdoorsmen needing a tarp with included stakes, guy ropes, and storage pouch.
Specifications
| Coating | 1,500mm PU coating |
|---|---|
| Color | Lighter color |
| Guy Out Points | 16 |
| Included Accessories | (4) 7075 aluminum stakes, (4) guy ropes, storage pouch |
| Material | 68-denier 210T polyester ripstop fabric |
| Pole Included | No |
| Seams | Fully taped seams |
Pros
- Packs small enough for a backpack or bug-out bag
- 68-denier 210T polyester ripstop fabric with 1,500mm PU coating
- Fully taped seams help support weather protection
- 16 reinforced guy-out points allow multiple setup configurations
- Includes four 7075 aluminum stakes, four guy ropes, and a storage pouch
- Lighter color allows more ambient light transmission
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Pole is not included, so a separate support setup is needed if you want a pitched shelter rather than a ground tarp.
- The tarp’s compact pack size is useful for storage, but it is intended as an emergency or backup shelter rather than a full tent replacement.
- The lighter color lets in more ambient light, which can be helpful for visibility but offers less shade than a darker tarp.
- Setup flexibility is high with 16 guy-out points, but that also means more configuration choices and more time spent dialing in the pitch.
Suggested Comparisons
- Emergency rain shelter tarps
- Backpacking tarps
- Bug-out bag shelter accessories
- Tarp shelters with guy-out points
Suggested Accessories
- Tarp poles
- Guy lines
- Tent stakes
- Storage pouch
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes included with the ALPS Mountaineering Utility Tarp?
The tarp includes 4 7075 aluminum stakes, 4 guy ropes, and a storage pouch. The pole shown in images is not included and may be purchased separately.
How is this tarp set up for different shelter configurations?
It has 16 reinforced guy-out points, which gives you multiple setup options for emergency rain shelter or other tarp rigging needs.
What material and weather protection features are listed for this tarp?
The tarp uses 68-denier 210T polyester ripstop fabric with a 1,500mm PU coating. The description says it sheds water, resists UV rays, and has fully taped seams.
Is this tarp intended to pack into a hunting pack or bug-out bag?
Yes. The product description says it packs small enough to fit in a backpack or bug-out bag.
Does the tarp include a pole for setup?
No. The pole shown in the images is not included. The description says it may be purchased separately as item #720662.