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Hex Tarp and Bug net/tent
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Am pretty much a dedicated hammock'r, but do want to have a tent on the occasion I am in an area or park that does not allow hammocks. But otherwise it would rarely be used, so really not looking to spend a bunch of $$$, but want something relatively lightweight.

Since I already have a Dutchware DCF Winter Tarp, and primarily would be used in Florida/SE, I thought instead of buying a separate tent I could just use my DCF tarp and some sort of bug bivy or bug tent. I see posts talking about this but all are using rectangular or hiker style tarps as part of a system it appears. Since I have a hex cut tarp, which is 74" on the bottom edge, it does lack the coverage of a typical rectangular tarp setup when used in a situation like this it woudl seem.

I looked at a couple "bug bivy's", like the Borah, the MLD, and the Katabatic, but tbh would probably much prefer a "bug tent" or sorts for more room such as the MSR Bug House. But all will be over 75" long of course. In nice weather it would not really be an issue, but in inclement weather not so much. Since I have a "winter tarp" thoug with doors, I suppose I could stake out those does in some way to increase coverage/protection especially if pitched lower to ground? I guess I am unfamilier with pitching a hex style tarp down "to the ground" and how much coverage the doors could add if staked out.

something like... Warbonnet and Bug Tent

or maybe I should just go with a X-Mid or Lanshan or similar lower cost tent...

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