Trail Duster 2.0 (Backpacking Version)
Trail Duster 2.0 (Backpacking Version)
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Estimated Weight
Total packed weight includes the tarp, stuff sack, and all selected accessories. Weights are approximate and may vary slightly.
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The Trail Duster 2.0 is a highly configurable square or rectangular backpacking tarp designed to provide generous coverage for ground camping. Its full-width design can also be used as a hammock tarp.
Choose your preferred tarp size, straight or catenary-cut edges, tie-out hardware, and optional attachment points to configure the tarp for your setup.
Features
- Configurable square or rectangular design
- Choice of straight or catenary-cut edges
- Eight perimeter tie outs standard
- Optional extra perimeter tie outs on straight-edge configurations
- Seam sealing included
- Suitable for ground or hammock camping
Edge Options
Straight Edge — Provides full coverage to the tarp perimeter and allows optional extra perimeter tie outs to be added.
Catenary Cut — Uses two catenary curves along each side of the tarp to help create a taut pitch.
Tie-Out Hardware
Choose from the following perimeter tie-out hardware options:
- Loops Only — Simple, lightweight attachment points
- Line Loc 3 — Works best with approximately 2–2.5 mm line
- Line Lock V — V-groove design capable of holding line as small as approximately 1 mm
- Line Lock Lite 10 mm — Works well with approximately 1.5 mm line
- Line Lock Lite 15 mm — Lightweight option for approximately 2–3 mm line
- 1/2" D-Rings
Optional Attachment Points
Bivy Attachment Points — Positioned approximately 12" from each end of the tarp for attaching lightweight bivy components. These attachment points are not intended for hanging heavier items such as water bottles or lanterns.
Ridgeline Tie Outs — Small loops can be bar tacked along the top of the ridgeline seam to provide additional attachment points. Choose from:
- One centered tie out
- Two tie outs positioned at approximately 1/3 and 2/3 of the tarp length
- Three tie outs positioned at approximately 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4 of the tarp length
Optional Accessories
Reflective Guyline — 2 mm Orange Reflective Guyline is available in several lengths. This line is not compatible with Line Lock V or 10 mm Line Lock Lite hardware.
Stakes — A set of eight Aluminum Y-Stakes or Ultralight Titanium Hook Stakes can be added to complete your tarp setup.
Patch Kit — Includes a small tube of silicone caulk, matching tarp fabric, and a stir stick for emergency repairs. Matching fabric is normally approximately 12" × 12", although the available size may vary with custom or specialty fabrics. The included silicone can also be used for future seam-sealing maintenance if needed.
Custom Fabrics
Additional solid colors may be available by special order. Availability varies by supplier.
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I ordered my tarp from simply light because I wanted to support a small business. I took it on a 2 week backpacking trip to the mountains in southern CO. It was setup and taken down nearly everyday. It is very light to carry. The tarp performed wonderfully and kept me dry through almost daily rain storms. My 8 tie outs and line locs worked great. The tarp didn’t sag when it got wet. It held up in the wind. Couldn’t have asked for more, great product and workmanship!
I love polyester tarps. No rain-soaked sagging. No stretch. Amazing look and feel. But finding a rectangular shaped tarp instead of the catenary cut proved to be a lot harder than expected. I finally found the tarp I wanted and wow, what a tarp it is! It is lighter than my Kelty tarp, the tie-outs are awesome, and it is an absolute beauty. I can't be happier. Oh yeah, and Jared is amazing!
I have purchased many items over the last few years from simply light. I usually need a little or sometimes a lot of customization and I am never disappointed. I had them make this tarp in a blaze orange for a spring bear hunt as an emergency shelter with the ability to signal. As usual it was perfect
This is a high quality, lighweight custom tarp, one of several that I've bought over the past couple of years from SImply LIght Designs. Great communication and turnaround and a quality product. I guess that's why I keep coming back!