Image unavailable
SuperTarp
$400.00
View on Kifaru
You'll be taken to Kifaru to complete your purchase.
Hunter's Outpost earns a commission from affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
SKU: supertarp
Overview
Designed for solo hunters and minimalist bivy setups, this shelter offers a practical balance of coverage and packability for three-season use. Its open-front layout supports fast pitching and can be paired with the optional annex for a more enclosed setup that accommodates stove use. Multiple guy-out points help create usable interior space, while the overhead eave is intended to help keep drips out. It can be pitched with natural supports such as branches or trekking poles, or with the optional Peg & Pole Kit.
Why Hunters Choose the Kifaru Intl
Lightweight Shelter
Suited to solo hunts and
Open-front Design
Supports fast three-season shelter pitches
Optional Annex
Expands coverage and adds stove-ready
Multiple Guy-out
Points help increase usable interior
Can Be
Natural supports or an optional
Key Features
- Lightweight shelter designed for solo hunts and minimalist bivys.
- Open-front design supports fast three-season setups.
- Optional annex adds full-coverage shelter space for stove use.
- Canopy only weighs 17.6 oz; annex setup weighs 24 oz.
- Multiple guy-out points expand usable interior space.
- Pitches with natural supports or the optional Peg & Pole Kit.
- Overhead eave helps keep drips out during use.
Best Used For
- Solo hunters building a lightweight three-season bivy with fast, open-front shelter
- Minimalist backpackers who want more coverage than a tarp without adding much bulk
- Users planning stove-compatible setups with the optional annex and careful stove-jack fitting
- Hunters needing a packable shelter that can pitch with branches, trekking poles, or a Peg & Pole Kit
- Backcountry travelers who value multiple guy-out points and overhead drip protection in variable weather
Specifications
| Annex Compatible | Yes |
|---|---|
| Canopy Only Weight | 17.6 oz. |
| Dimensions Flat | 12 2" L x 9 2" W (front) x 6 5" W (rear) |
| Dimensions Pitched | 11 L (13 with annex) |
| Front Height | 52" |
| Front Width | 68" |
| Guy Out Points | Multiple |
| Open Front Design | Yes |
| Optional Peg Pole Kit | Yes |
| Overhead Eave | Yes |
| Pegs Required Canopy Only | 20 |
| Pegs Required With Annex | 23 |
| Pitches With Natural Supports | Yes |
| Rear Height | 26" |
| Rear Width | 56" |
| Stove Jack Template | Annex option includes a stove jack template rather than a pre-cut opening |
| Stove Use | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Weight | Canopy only: 17.6 oz.; With Annex: 24 oz. |
| Wind Resistance | 60+ mph |
| With Annex Weight | 24 oz. |
Pros
- Lightweight shelter suited to solo hunts and minimalist bivy setups.
- Open-front design supports fast three-season shelter pitches.
- Optional annex expands coverage and adds stove-ready versatility.
- Multiple guy-out points help increase usable interior space.
- Can be pitched with natural supports or an optional Peg & Pole Kit.
- Overhead eave helps keep drips out during wet conditions.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Open-front design leaves the shelter less enclosed than a fully sealed tent, so it suits users comfortable with a minimalist setup.
- Canopy-only use requires 20 pegs, and the annex setup requires 23 pegs; neither are included.
- The annex includes a stove jack template rather than a pre-cut opening, so it requires user sizing before stove use.
- At 17.6 oz. for the canopy only and 24 oz. with annex, it stays packable, but the added coverage comes with extra setup components.
Suggested Comparisons
- Ultralight solo shelter
- Tarp shelter with annex option
- Stove-compatible backcountry shelter
- Three-season minimalist bivy shelter
Suggested Accessories
- Trekking poles
- Tent stakes
- Stove jack
- Guyline cord
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of hunting setup is the Supertarp designed for?
It is built for solo hunts and minimalist bivys. The open-front design is intended for fast three-season setups.
Can the Supertarp be used with a stove?
Yes, when paired with the optional annex it becomes a full-coverage shelter ready for a stove. The annex includes a stove jack template rather than a pre-cut opening, so it can be sized to your stove.
How much does the Supertarp weigh?
Canopy only, it weighs 17.6 oz. With the annex, it weighs 24 oz. The listed weights require pegs, which are not included.
What do I need to pitch the Supertarp?
It can be pitched with natural supports such as branches or trekking poles, or with the optional Peg & Pole Kit. The canopy only requires 20 pegs, not included; with the annex, 23 pegs are required, not included.
What shelter dimensions are listed for the Supertarp?
Flat dimensions are 12'2" L x 9'2" W at the front x 6'5" W at the rear. Pitched dimensions are 11' long, or 13' with the annex, with a front width of 68", height of 52", and rear width of 56", height of 26".