1P Cirriform Tarp

I've used a Silnylon flat tarp for many years. It provides good ventilation and is ok when there is tree cover to break the wind, but the Silnylon always sags and requires midnight readjustments (especially in the rain), the large flat surfaces do not handle wind load well, and the open ends admit blowing rain. The 1P Cirriform is quick to set up, its low, aerodynamic profile makes it stable in high winds, the Silpoly material does not stretch noticeably when wet, and it can be set down low with the ends closed for protection when the sky is raining sideways. It provides lightweight, secure weather protection in a much wider range of conditions than the flat tarp.

I have use the tarp for a 2 night trip paired with the 1p bug inner. Shaped tarps like this are very easy to set up and the Yama is ready out of the box with the rigging. Without an inner, this is a very roomy tarp for one person. At 6'4" with big feet, I think I'd be well clear of the side and end for any pitch other than right to the ground. There is still plenty of room for me with the 1p bug inner -- it took a lot of fidgeting to touch the inner mesh with my feet and there is still a big distance to the tarp walls (assuming a high pitch). I haven't had it out in very windy weather yet, but it was cozy when sitting out a couple hours of rain.

I am so excited to get out in my new Cirriform tarp. It really is the best of all worlds. Lightweight, full coverage, and it doesn't break the bank either!