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This year we have a Roo group of 20 people, and somehow no one owns an EZ UP anymore...
Obviously, purchasing more EZ UPs for everyone is going to be costly.
What is everyone's thoughts on using a very large tarp (maybe 24x24), a couple 10ft tall poles and guy wire to create a shelter similar to the configuration below?
This year we have a Roo group of 20 people, and somehow no one owns an EZ UP anymore...
Obviously, purchasing more EZ UPs for everyone is going to be costly.
What is everyone's thoughts on using a very large tarp (maybe 24x24), a couple 10ft tall poles and guy wire to create a shelter similar to the configuration below?
I am struggling with this myself for camp inforoo. I have gotten some suggestions, but nothing I am confident building myself at this point.
Post by natedagreat on Mar 7, 2012 10:51:57 GMT -5
Tall cars with some sort of rack on top could always be an anchor point for a tarp, two points if you're bringing two vehicles which I recommend to have more space for your party. The poles could set on opposite sides of your site and then make a lean-to from there. The only downside, which I discovered last year, with poles and tarps is the guy lines. Constant adjustment and danger for people or yourself walking by is what you'll be looking at.
EZ-Ups usually don't cover too much space, like a large tarp can. But there's no pesky guy lines and easy set up. And you can use it as an anchor point for tarps.
Bottom line: EZ-Ups are worth the investment, but tarps are versatile and I suggest bringing several. You'll end up rigging them to block sun or as a ground cloth for you're whole site. Bring lots of 550 cord or nylon rope. If you already have poles and the tarps and the vehicles you're planning on bringing at any point, try out different set ups and see what you think works for your needs.
Sounds like a good idea, until a random storm comes along, or some drunk wook, and tears that shit down and ruins your day.
You can find cheap EZ-UPs on sale for less than $50 all the time. Shade is something I'd def invest in! Use the tarps to tie to the ezup in the direction the sun rises.
Post by itrainmonkeys on Mar 7, 2012 11:10:00 GMT -5
I need some ideas/help for shade using a tarp and a couple of tent poles. I'll have my regular sleeping tent but want something to shade that from the sun. Won't have an EZ Up as I'm flying in.
Anyone have any tips? What kind of Tent poles to use? How to set it up?
Post by itrainmonkeys on Mar 7, 2012 12:12:26 GMT -5
Yea I've never tried setting one up and just need something small to cover my one person tent so it doesn't bake from the heat at 6 a.m. Gotta find a smallish square tarp and practice or something.
that's true... I will probably adjust them to be lower.
I know EZ ups are good, I wish i never got rid of mine when i moved (same with my friends, lol). However, it's looking like we can create something that's 4 times the size for only about $60... :/
So i'm looking at some ezups for camping. Was wondering what an appropriate size would be. I've noticed that most of them are 10x10 which is good and all. But just recently got an email from amazon with this on it.
Which seems pretty legit. I'll be down there with a good group of people and don't mind if neighbors were to use it either. But does 10x20 seem wayyyy too big???
^ Probably unless you are coming with 3 cars or so, then that could probably work
The rating seems low though, the structure may not be as sturdy as you want for a 4 day festival. It can storm and it can get windy - so sometimes reliability is more important then coverage.
Personally a fan of the Coleman 10 x 12 that has rain screens on the sides - 2 years it was used it was great for multiple things, including changing instead of jumping into the hot hot tent.
(Also - does anyone know where you can get Coleman EZ-UP replacement parts? One of the connectors for the top sections wasn't there in the bag (lent it out to someone)...... not trying to buy a whole new ez-up over one piece)
So i'm looking at some ezups for camping. Was wondering what an appropriate size would be. I've noticed that most of them are 10x10 which is good and all. But just recently got an email from amazon with this on it.
Which seems pretty legit. I'll be down there with a good group of people and don't mind if neighbors were to use it either. But does 10x20 seem wayyyy too big???
In addition to what Bandeto said, you also have to look at how it is constructed. One reason EZ-Ups are awesome is that they are fast to put up which is nice if you and your neighbors are vying for territory. The canopy you listed looks like one where you have to piece together the frame to a certain extent. This causes some pain in the butt when setting up camp and taking it down.
(Also - does anyone know where you can get Coleman EZ-UP replacement parts? One of the connectors for the top sections wasn't there in the bag (lent it out to someone)...... not trying to buy a whole new ez-up over one piece)
BTW, after discussing my original plan with a few other people and seeing some larger versions of this on instructables.com, I've decided to give it a shot.
Everything should be here next week for a dry run. So far total cost is only $45.
If you buy something at Dick's, there is a survey on the bottom to fill out online and you'll get a $10 off of $50 coupon. I definitely think an ez-up is a good investment. We got one then went back and got another and we took a ton of tarps as well. We had the 2 ez-ups starting at the end of our truck bed covering the sitting area and the tent. Then we strung our giant tarp from the ez-up to the top of the truck then strung tarps between the cars and our neighbors. We even had enough extra we let our neighbors a few tents down borrow some. So just because you have an ez-up doesn't mean you don't need tarps, you can never have enough. Hubby even brought his tool bucket with all kinds of supplies which helped to string them all up.
Post by cwatudidthere on Mar 14, 2012 11:34:18 GMT -5
First timer, we have a group of 8 going in two separate cars. If we get there at the same time (we're riding down together) will we be next to each other (as in "side by side") or will we have one car in front, and the other behind? Our plan was to make a tarp city between the two of our vehicles if we're parked side by side. Thanks for any input.
When you are in the car line they will pull you next to each other - so if you guys are all in a line back to back waiting you'll be parked next to each other - either in front or in back of your car depending if you are the first line they make or the second.
This is hard to explain but I know there is a thread around here somewhere that has some drawings of it. Maybe someone knows what I'm talking about and will link to it?
First timer, we have a group of 8 going in two separate cars. If we get there at the same time (we're riding down together) will we be next to each other (as in "side by side") or will we have one car in front, and the other behind? Our plan was to make a tarp city between the two of our vehicles if we're parked side by side. Thanks for any input.
You will probably get separated at the toll booths because the searches take varying amounts of time. You should be able to hang to wait for whomever finishes last. The parking volunteers should be able to accommodate you when you finally get to your spot.
(Also - does anyone know where you can get Coleman EZ-UP replacement parts? One of the connectors for the top sections wasn't there in the bag (lent it out to someone)...... not trying to buy a whole new ez-up over one piece)
Thank you for looking - I ended up having to go check it to see what I needed but alas I'm a dummy - I have an Ozark Trial Dome Ez UP (my tent is Coleman) - still looking for the part but I think I'll find it.
Post by Howard Stern on Mar 17, 2012 13:35:04 GMT -5
I had originally planned on buying an EZ-UP but after a mock set-up in my buddies yard i found that if you have an 3' or so sticks of re-bar (or just some small caliber metal pipe) to drive in the ground and put sch. 40 1'' pvc pipe as tent poles over the re-bar and viola! i built a sweet tarp shade shelter off the back of my pick-up using this!
I had originally planned on buying an EZ-UP but after a mock set-up in my buddies yard i found that if you have an 3' or so sticks of re-bar (or just some small caliber metal pipe) to drive in the ground and put sch. 40 1'' pvc pipe as tent poles over the re-bar and viola! i built a sweet tarp shade shelter off the back of my pick-up using this!
Just make sure you bring something to drive it in at Roo. The ground there can be super hard. Also, think about the removal because driving over one of those would suck when leaving on Monday.
Just make sure you bring something to drive it in at Roo. The ground there can be super hard. Also, think about the removal because driving over one of those would suck when leaving on Monday.[/quote]
These bad boys come in handy when the ground is real hard. They aren't as long as a normal spade shovel so it doesn't take up near as much real estate in my truck when i'm packing. I work for an irrigation company so i have an endless supply of pvc/random tools for all sorts of little projects.
Just make sure you bring something to drive it in at Roo. The ground there can be super hard. Also, think about the removal because driving over one of those would suck when leaving on Monday.
These bad boys come in handy when the ground is real hard. They aren't as long as a normal spade shovel so it doesn't take up near as much real estate in my truck when i'm packing. I work for an irrigation company so i have an endless supply of pvc/random tools for all sorts of little projects.
Any 5lb hand held sledge works best for hammering rebar, do not use a rubber mallet!
Vise Grips are the best for removing Rebar, clamp them on and twist(back-n-forth or just rotate clockwise or counter clockwise) and do this while pulling up, you will amazed how easy they come out.
I have not encountered it, but some say there is bedrock on the farm, if you get on top of that you Rebar is not going into the ground very far.
If you chose to use Rebar to secure your guy lines, make sure ANY EXPOSED REBAR is covered, a tennis ball works great for this, make a small 1" slit into a Wilson or a Penn or any tennis ball, pinch it and it will open up like Pac Man, then just slide that Neon PacMan Tennis ball over the Rebar. Voila! and remember Safety third!
Vise Grips are the best for removing Rebar, clamp them on and twist(back-n-forth or just rotate clockwise or counter clockwise) and do this while pulling up, you will amazed how easy they come out.
I have not encountered it, but some say there is bedrock on the farm, if you get on top of that you Rebar is not going into the ground very far.
If you chose to use Rebar to secure your guy lines, make sure ANY EXPOSED REBAR is covered, a tennis ball works great for this, make a small 1" slit into a Wilson or a Penn or any tennis ball, pinch it and it will open up like Pac Man, then just slide that Neon PacMan Tennis ball over the Rebar. Voila! and remember Safety third!
GREAT idea!! ;D I can already see myself trying to rip that rebar up barehanded haha! As far as exposed rebar, i only plan on using two pieces about 3' in length with pvc slid over them for poles to hold my tarp up as it covers the bed of my truck as well as about 10ft behind it for shade. So i think it will work..or at least i hope so! Thanks for the advice!
If you chose to use Rebar to secure your guy lines, make sure ANY EXPOSED REBAR is covered, a tennis ball works great for this, make a small 1" slit into a Wilson or a Penn or any tennis ball, pinch it and it will open up like Pac Man, then just slide that Neon PacMan Tennis ball over the Rebar. Voila! and remember Safety third!
I shuddered at the thought of coming in late at night/early morning, groggy, half asleep, foggy eyed, weaving, stumbling, etc, and tripping either over or onto one of those....not so sure I'd want to deal with a potential for serious injury...I'd go with heavy duty tent stakes with a round head....just saying..
I use light duty stakes; they are L shaped and angled down, so when I drive them in, both ends are in the ground...very little up, mainly just the rope.
Remember, if someone gets hurt, you have to help....may be when you would rather be somewhere else....
