[pct-l] Velcro Tape

[RJ Lewis]

Another great idea for extra security in your shelter. I still carry 
around the stakes that Henry Shires sent with my Double Rainbow- they 
seem to work great-- or, if no wind, I go with the freestanding set up, 
which is why I got the Double Rainbow in the first place-- for the 
versatility. ;) It gives me access to campsites that many others cannot 
use.

I also carry foam ear plugs- a couple of pair of them, in fact. Great 
additions to anyone's gear list!! Switchback strikes again with some 
terrific ideas!! Thanks!!

KG


hiker97 at aol.com wrote:
> KG writes: Switchback, that idea is definitely a winner!! (although 
> I've been using that stuff for years now...hehehe)  Thanks for a 
> really great idea for us all!! 
> ------------------------------------------------
> Switchback replies: Thanks, pal.  Now here is a way to use this tape 
> that I usually do not talk about.  It is too cool.
>
> When it is windy your tarp or tent can really bang around.  May be 
> there are no good bushes or trees around to secure your shelter.  Of 
> course, I use super light titanium shelter stakes like everyone else.  
> But I am always a little worried about the stakes coming loose with 
> all the cord tension from the wind.  So, you just cut a piece of this 
> super light Velcro tape (Velcro One-Wrap) and make a simple loop.  Now 
> you put a heavy rock in it and readjust the tape to fit snuggly around 
> the rock and your shelter stake out loops.
>
> Now you have a super backup to the shelter stake.  It takes a lot of 
> the load off the stakes.  You sleep soundly knowing that regardless of 
> all the wind, your shelter is nicely secured.  Simple.
>
> I have done this for years and it works great in bad weather.  All for 
> may be an ounce or so in weight.  I have these loops precut and 
> attached to my tent before I go hiking.  You can reinforce your stakes 
> this way in a few seconds.
>
> As you know, it is hard to describe to folks who do not hike what the 
> wind can be like out there.  That is why I carry foam ear plugs too.
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