Recommend Me A Budget 1lbish Tarp & Bivy Setup!
I have a Durston X-mid 1p but want to make a switch regarding shelter systems. I weighed it, and it's just shy of 2 lbs. However, I am trying to lower my base weight. Here is my lighter pack if you are interested. If you have any suggestions, please let me know. Also trying to trade my quilt for a 20F short length 850fp if anyone is interested.
https://lighterpack.com/r/h9xltz
I need advice on what tarp, bivy, guyline, groundsheet, guylines/stakes, and anything else in between to get as I have trouble with choosing. Links are appreciated! And if you are selling please send me a DM!
- Usage: Mainly for 1 person and rarely 2. Also I will likely use 2 trekking poles
- Location: Sierras and Southern California (LA/OC)
- Budget: $100-$225. I am planning on getting these items used or will purchase them directly.
- Tarp Size: 7x9? I'm only 5'3" so is it overkill? I tend to go backpacking with groups so finding a site that offers enough space for my tent can be hard.
- Tarp Shape: I don't know which shape but I'm leaning towards a catenary shape for A-pitch for general setups. I hear that a flat shape is more versatile but, it tends to be less taught when the guylines are cinched down.
- Tarp Material: Silpoly. Can't afford DCF.
- Bivy or Groundsheet: I don't know if I should go with a head net/groundsheet first, or a bivy, or both.
- Groundsheet: What size? Tyvek may weigh too much so Polycryo might be the way to go.
- Bathtub: Sounds nice but do I need it?
- Guylines: What should I pick? Do I need liner lockers or should I learn how to tie knots?