Would this size tarp, 10x15 work well under a tent that is 10x17? I read it should be a bit smaller than the tent foot print --is this too small?
1631829
If the footprint is really 10x17, it might be a little small, but most tents are really a little smaller than the footprint advertised, so ot would probably be okay.
1631830
I am not using mine under a tent but I think it would be fine. I would first see if there is a 10x17 that I could fold under a little myself though. If not, then I would use this one.
1631831
I believe this would fit. My tent is 9X14 and I have to fold it under to keep rain off the bottom of the tent. It is thick enough to allow a better walking surface to protect the tent floor. The tent is not exactly the advertised dimension when set up anyway, usually smaller.
1631832
I need a tarp that is exactly 10X15. No more or less. Are the diminutions exactly 10X15?
1631833
My experience has been that a tarp smaller than the tent footprint is better than one that's larger than the footprint. Place what tarp you have under the areas of the tent that will get more traffic/load
1631834
You would probably be fine. Theoretically you will have 1 foot on either end where there is no tarp, but most tents can handle that as long as they are properly waterproofed.
1405405
Since I cannot find a Coleman footprint/groundsheet available for this tent, I would recommend a thin tarp without grommets a little smaller, not larger, than the dimensions of the tent. You don't want it larger because that would catch water and channel it under the tent between the tarp and tent bottom, actually increasing the chance of a leaky floor.
1680432
I have a 40x20 tarp folded to a 20x30 (a weighty white tarp) it holds quite well, wind rain etc. I am even able to fold and tuck and use them that way also.Very easy to use high quality without poking homes in the tarp.
946819
I have just used a generic tarp under my recluse, which worked great at 10,000 feet in the Rockies in a foot of snow...as for a footprint I would get in touch with ledge customer service if its a must have but I believe the tent performs very well at the 100$ price range.
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From personal experience and everything I read, you want a tarp the same size or slightly smaller than your tent's footprint, to prevent rain water being collected by the larger tarp and pooling between the tent floor and tarp. There are several 10x15 tarps on Amazon that should fit the bill perfectly. Just my 2c.
330067
I don't think it will fit. The seems will hang over and look terrible. You're just as well off buying a poly tarp if you want it to look like that.
2165828
Shawn, I believe there would be too much overhang so I wouldn't recommend putting the tent on a 78X31 cot. As far as the other response goes, I used my teton combo all last summer and I had no problems. Do I wish everything I purchased worked correctly and would last 20 years? Sure I do. Do I get upset if something I spent good money on and it last's a trip or two? You bet. I just don't dwell on it too much. I return the product and try again. If it happens again, I return the product and get my money back and try something else. I love my setup. Have a great camping season. Max
1546712
I don't see how it can fit 10 X 15. Mine has to stretch a bit to attach to my 10 X 10 straight leg canopy.
1696546
you need a 10 x 15 ft tarp to fit exactaly. You may want to get a slightly larger one for the footprint.
1065930
I ended up picking up an off-brand footprint at Academy that was on sale for like $6 or $7 (linked here: http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/no-limits-153-highland-peak-tent-footprint-groundsheet/pid-899503?N=882470663). It fits perfectly, but naturally, you could fold a tarp to fit. If you're going to backpack or do some hiking with it, it's worth getting a small lightweight footprint just to cut down the weight though.
382381
A 12x18 worked fine for us, just enough for the tent and a little more clearance. If you want clean space around it probably a 12x20.
698143
we have a 16x20 ft tarp that we slightly fold over about 2 ft. that gives us about 3 ft in front of the tent as an entrance outside of the screened in area. you definitely need a large tarp for this tent even though it may look ridiculous when you fold it out :)
525269
no it dosnt, i would ue a tarp, i recomend a bigger one for real camping sleeping in it.
1085778
I have an extra tarp stuffed in the carry case it came with and it's 18x6x6. The standard stuff is very lightweight, maybe 2lb max, more if you add your own stakes (which I highly recommend)
1475592
The screened vestibule is approximately 6' wide x 4' deep. Be aware that the footprint of the tent's cabin is a hexagon shape, rather than square or rectangular. I purchased a Eureka large hexagon footprint tarp for $15, which worked very well. I do suggest seam sealing this tent prior to use. I purchased this tent in July and used it for two separate week long trips in the Adirondacks and Lake Carmi, VT. It rained, heavily, for the first to nights in VT. The tent leaked slightly in spot, however, I was lazy and did not seam seal it prior to the trip ( I thought I could get away with waterproofing spray only). Overall, it's a great tent for the money! The screened vestibule is approximately 6' wide x 4' deep. Be aware that the footprint of the tent's cabin is a hexagon shape, rather than square or rectangular. I purchased a Eureka large hexagon footprint tarp for $15, which worked very well. I do suggest seam sealing this tent prior to use. I purchased this tent in July and used it for two separate week long trips in the Adirondacks and Lake Carmi, VT. It rained, heavily, for the first to nights in VT. The tent leaked slightly in spot, however, I was lazy and did not seam seal it prior to the trip ( I thought I could get away with... » Read More The screened vestibule is approximately 6' wide x 4' deep. Be aware that the footprint of the tent's cabin is a hexagon shape, rather than square or rectangular. I purchased a Eureka large hexagon footprint tarp for $15, which worked very well. I do suggest seam sealing this tent prior to use. I purchased this tent in July and used it for two separate week long trips in the Adirondacks and Lake Carmi, VT. It rained, heavily, for the first to nights in VT. The tent leaked slightly in spot, however, I was lazy and did not seam seal it prior to the trip ( I thought I could get away with waterproofing spray only). Overall, it's a great tent for the money! « Show Less
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I've got the 4 man size and it is very roomy for 2 people, even with cots. I use a 7'X8' garden tarp for the ground cloth and it extends out from under the tent into the vestibule area for a nice outside entry way. The pre-made snap on ground clothes are not as heavy duty as a tarp and just aren't worth the money. If you have more than 3 people using the tent go with the 6 man version. Great tent for the money. I use it year around.
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My tent is a 10x10. The bag is about 1ft to long. I checked with the seller and was told it was a 10x10 bag. The bag is constructed very well.