Ultralight Dyneema composite fabric: Minimizes pack weight while maintaining high strength and low stretch
Fully waterproof and 100% waterproof material: Ensures reliable shelter in harsh weather conditions
Fully bonded stitchless ridgeline seam: Prevents water ingress and enhances durability
Modular pitching options: Allows for multiple configurations to suit various terrains and weather
Multiple reinforced tie-outs: Provides secure attachment points for stable setup
Experience the freedom to explore in any conditions with the Flat Tarp—your ultralight, simple, and versatile shelter. Choose between two sizes—8'6" square or 8' x 10' rectangular—to perfectly suit your terrain and weather. Crafted from durable, waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabrics with fully bonded seams, it's designed to stay sag-free
Available sizes
8'6" x 8'6" (2.6 m x 2.6 m), 8' x 10" (2.4 m x 3.0 m)
Weight
255 g (8'6"), 309 g (8' x 10")
Dimensions
259 x 259 cm (8'6"), 344 x 305 cm (8' x 10")
Packed size
16.5 x 14 x 9 cm (8'6"), 17.8 x 15 x 10 cm (8' x 10")
Materials
Dyneema composite fabric (0.75 in), 2.8 mm UHMWPE core guy lines
Includes
Medium drawstring stuff sack
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Wonderful, and possibly lifesaving tarp.
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Jason · August 22, 2026
Best in the biz
Love this tarp, plus the great support from Margot to make sure it got to me on the trail in time. Thanks HMG!
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LUKE · June 12, 2026
Perfekt!
The HMG DCF Flat Tarp is exactly what I want for ultralight trips — simple, reliable, and incredibly well thought out.
It’s impressively light and packs down to almost nothing, which makes a big difference when you’re covering distance or trying to keep your setup minimal. Despite the low weight, it feels very strong and confidence-inspiring, even in rough weather.
What I appreciate most is the versatility. It’s easy to pitch in different configurations depending on conditions, and it handles wind and rain really well when set up properly.
Paired with a splash bivy, this becomes a near-perfect shelter system for UL travel — minimal, efficient, and more than capable for real-world use.
If you value simplicity, low weight, and solid performance, this tarp delivers.