



When weather conditions favor a more open shelter instead of a tent, choose a tarp! When sleeping under a tarp, condensation forming on the inside of the shelter is not an issue, and a tarp is lighter and packs smaller than even the lightest solo tents. A tarp can also be set up as additional protection at a tent campsite.
Canopies previously commonly referred to as shelter cloths are now widely known as “tarps,” also among Finnish outdoor enthusiasts. The name comes from the English word tarpaulin, shortened to tarp. Different models offer different attachment options.
The most common tarp size is 3 × 3 meters. It works well for both solo travelers and pairs. Pitching a tarp in an A-frame configuration reduces usable width somewhat, especially if there’s a risk of wind-driven sideways rain. A 4 × 3 or 4 × 4 tarp is already quite large, while a minimalist solo hiker may prefer, for example, a 3 × 2 meter tarp.
Polyester and polyamide fabrics with a polyurethane coating are the standard materials for tarps. The hydrostatic head ratings of the tarps we sell are sufficient for problem-free sheltering in rainy conditions.
Lavvus and tarps from a Finnish specialist retailer – delivered straight to your doorstep if needed!