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280az (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
I was going to buy the footprint for my tent sierra designs gamma , but I couldn't find it so I will make one myself
santosrocks (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
I would say to get the manufacturer's footprint because it only costs a few more dollars than this and it is made specifically for your tent model. On the other hand my footprint for my tent did not cover the vestibules floor. If u make ur own u can make it how you like
curtiswiens (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
Is it better to buy a footprint that was made by the manufacturer for your tent, or is it better to make your own?
greggregoryvigilant (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
I never use a FP. It seems my upper tent wears out just as fast as the bottom from Ozone. And I'm ready for a new tent anyway by then. Saves weight to.
888zzz (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
why attach the fp to the tent or anything? with the tent on the fp the fp will not move.
babbbsy (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
I found this to be amazingly helpful. I bought this enormous tent that appearantly does not have a footprint. Basically the measurements are 27'x22'. It is in the shape of a T so I have some excess to cut and piece together. I wanted to know the best method for attaching the plastic together and keep it's waterproofing. I am using 6 mil contractors plastic. I have only found it in our area at 10'x25'.
tcabner (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
I prefer the classic sheet of tyvek, easily obtainable from about any construction site. No need to steal it either. Every time I've needed a sheet, I've drove by a construction site and asked the workers if they had any scrap pieces they were willing to part with. I've yet to be turned away empty handed :) Quick tip for tyvek users, if you want it a bit softer and not as noisy, wash it a few times in either straight cold or mildly warm water with no detergent...works like a charm!
BackpackerMagazine (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
Thanks for the comments and suggestions.
dickenine (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
oh, and yeah, only turn it up side down for tracing, when you're using clear plastic for your footprint...otherwise it's a little challenging : - )
dickenine (December 31, 1969 at 6:59 pm)
Not to be a pain in the ass, but you can also turn your tent upside down (groundsheet up), on top of something soft, and trace almost exactly three inches inside the perimeter to make the footprint. Again, a footprint is a really good idea and I am definitely going to use the grommet set up for my next one...thanks. |
