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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions on: January 23, 2015, 07:16:15 AM
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« on: January 23, 2015, 07:16:15 AM »

-i am wandering what type of zipper i should use. not in term of size, even though i am still deciding between #3 and #5. i wander if uretek coated water repellent zippers are what is normally used or just standard zippers. i searched backpacking light, some people dont recommend uretek zippers. any advice?
-also not sure weather or not catenary curves are needed for perimeter edges. i know i need them for ridges. this is going to be pyramid type shelter.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #1 on: January 23, 2015, 07:45:14 AM
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« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2015, 07:45:14 AM »

Unless there is a reason that you can't run a flap over the exterior of the zipper, I would stick with a standard zipper.  If for no other reason, it will run smoother in the middle of the night when you really need to get out to pee!
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #2 on: January 26, 2015, 07:36:56 PM
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« Reply #2 on: January 26, 2015, 07:36:56 PM »

As for the cat curve, I have a pyramid where I did a 3" cut on the ridge and a 4" cut on the outside.  It was a 9x9' pyramid.  If I did it again I'd cut it half as much, that was excessive I think.  But on the other hand it pitches nicely very consistently.

I haven't tried doing one without cat curves on the outside edges.  I'd say that for a 9x9 I'd do at least an inch of cut.

I used a #5 uncoated zipper and it's been fine, but I've never had to ride out a really intense rain in the tent.  One thing I recommend is a "zipper saver" buckle at the bottom of the door, to clip the two pieces together so you can zip them without as much tension.

I recently put LineLoc3 buckles on the corner tie outs of my tent and I love them.  It's sooo easy and fast to pitch now.  I got mine from ZPacks but there are a few places that sell them.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #3 on: January 26, 2015, 08:48:28 PM
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« Reply #3 on: January 26, 2015, 08:48:28 PM »

So is there any recommended amount for linear foot? I have cat curve calculator but not sure what to input for max sag, thanks for other recommendations
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #4 on: March 14, 2015, 07:39:24 AM
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« Reply #4 on: March 14, 2015, 07:39:24 AM »

So i got allmaterials gathered, now wandering if there is front and back side of silnnylon fabric and which shold be faced out.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #5 on: March 15, 2015, 04:58:09 PM
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« Reply #5 on: March 15, 2015, 04:58:09 PM »

All the silnylon I've seen has been the same on both sides, so it shouldn't matter which side is out.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #6 on: September 18, 2015, 05:41:39 PM
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« Reply #6 on: September 18, 2015, 05:41:39 PM »

in case you were wondering, my mid almost complete, needs few more details and seam sealing. i know, the color is wild but i am pretty happy wit it.


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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #7 on: September 18, 2015, 07:31:32 PM
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« Reply #7 on: September 18, 2015, 07:31:32 PM »

Awesome! Nice work. Quite the kit you're getting together.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #8 on: October 12, 2015, 07:22:36 PM
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« Reply #8 on: October 12, 2015, 07:22:36 PM »

Nice work. Looks like it came together really well. Plenty bright, even for the most overcast, rainy mornings.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #9 on: October 13, 2015, 06:24:11 AM
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« Reply #9 on: October 13, 2015, 06:24:11 AM »

yeah, its bright, no way i can stealth camp with it lol.
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #10 on: October 17, 2015, 07:32:15 PM
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« Reply #10 on: October 17, 2015, 07:32:15 PM »

Awesome!
More details if you please?!
Have you tested it out?
Is it a solo shelter?
What'd you use for a pole?
Weight? Cost?
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #11 on: October 21, 2015, 07:03:29 AM
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« Reply #11 on: October 21, 2015, 07:03:29 AM »

have not tested it yet other than pitching it couple of time in my back yard. i have had bike injury and my hand has been in sling for couple of weeks. it will fit 2 people. i bought carbon pole from quest that i am planing to use, its quite skinny so will see how it goes. i do not have weight, will get it after its complete, there are still some details missing. the cost was not too bad ~$75
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  Topic Name: new shelter project, questions Reply #12 on: October 27, 2015, 07:49:44 AM
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« Reply #12 on: October 27, 2015, 07:49:44 AM »

the weight is 14.8oz. stakes and pole not included.
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