Rain Coverage: Tarp Or Rain Fly?
Many people every year pull of successful and dry camping trips using just the rain fly that was provided with the tent they use. The extremely lucky few campers may even go an entire season or several seasons without seeing any rain at all. But for most of us, this isn’t the case. Some tend to camp in areas that are more prone to rain, while some just have bad luck and seem to get rained upon every trip. For these campers, staying dry can be the difference between a fun, relaxing weekend and a horrible one.
For years people have debated whether or not to use a rain fly for protection or a tarp. But for any serious camper the answer is obvious – tarp. Sure it might add a little bit of weight and take a little bit more space in your bag, but the protection is unrivaled by a normal rain fly, even one that has been waterproofed with a spray or other material. Tarps come in all shapes, sizes and materials too, so finding the perfect one for your tent will be a breeze!