Yo guys, use audio boom poles, monopods, or blind guide canes. The telescopic range is insane and they are designed to hold weight. Way better than paint poles and trekking pole that are way too bulky or limited in range.
I have had bad luck with almost all systems using the pin locking mechanism. They rust easy, break, pinch the heck out of the webbing on your hands LOL. I am also skeptical of the twist method, but on just manually stressing the poles, they seem beefy. I am testing AVOFOREST tarp poles and Green Elephant poles. On just a first inspection I am liking the AVOFOREST tarp poles. I will find out in a few days which to keep.
@@AQWaterproof Update 10-13-24: I am liking the EF! The GE wiggle in the middle a lot more than EF. The thicker, sturdier EF poles are a bit more rigid. Also, there are 2 slots at the tip end what allow you to run cordage/guy lines through them. I tied a loop of rope through each of the two slots to attach guy lines. I use carabiners, the loops allow them to attach to the poles. I tied a third loop going through two slots. I use the third loop to attach to tarp to the poles using carabiners. I have a Unigear 10x13 tarp up in my backyard as a test bed. I wish all poles had threaded metal tips instead of simple texturing. I would prefer screw on caps, caps made with slots for attachment points. So far neither brand has had the poles loosen or slipped down. I am keeping the guy line tension fairly high, but not ridiculously so.
RE: the pole jack, I just fabbed a section of ski pole open on both ends, and stick both trekking pole tips in. Voila, 8' pole. As long as you're OK planting one grip in the dirt.
Aqua Quest Defender Tarps 10*7. my favorite. two basha poles. bungee loops in all tie out points and a few lengths of paracord. my bushcraft life is complete.
I am testing Green Elephant (GE) and AVOFOREST (AF) Tarp Poles 8.7FT Tent Poles. Lengthen and Thicken with Protection Cap Awning Poles Set of 2 for Hiking. So far the AF poles lock and unlock easier and they are a bit more beefy and a few inches longer. The AF has two attachment points just below the metal tip! They are a sturdy plastic/polymer. I have to tried using them yet, will do that tomorrow.
Stellar video on showing a variety of tarp pole options here brother! I use trekking poles a lot while backpacking, so they're a natural choice for me personally when setting up my UL tent or tarp tent. That tip on adding the pole jacks was ingenious though! Will definitely be making a pair of those 👍 Thanks for passing that one along man! Meanwhile, looking forward to your upcoming vids 👍
As always: Thanks for your contribution to this conversation! If trekking poles are already part of your essential gear then the pole jacks make a ton of sense✌️
Your 2nd set of poles look like Redcamp's. I just bought those, but from an auction so got them cheap. Looking to try them out in a few weeks when camping out for the solar eclipse!
You should look at the telescopic poles from springbar. I have some of the twisty tarp poles but when they fail, I'll replace them with springbar poles. There's zero chance of me needing to carry them, they ride in my truck. If the weather is bad enough to break those poles it's well past time for me to have been inside.
I have tried " Twist lock tarp poles , and do not like them , Most of the time i use Steel ones , similar to yours , and half Tennis balls , with wooden carved inserts to cushion them if I need to use them in the fabric section of my Defender tarp .
Hi! Thanks for your comments. The twist lock poles I tried out just didn't seem like a rugged piece of gear. But then again, they are light and versatile... I can see why they have become a popular option. But not the right choice for us!
Can you please do a video showing the difference in pack size of your 3 different styles of tarps? Pack down size is important to alot of us. Showing how small each type of tarp can pack down into its bag isnt something i can find any videos of about your tarps. Thanks and much appreciated!
Hi! Thanks for the feedback... we are working on building a resource that best exhibits our various tarps packed/compressed. We will make a video version when complete!
Twist locks always fail after a short number of uses (brand/quality does not matter). Steel rusts and is heavy. Push button locks can, and will slip out of place and are difficult to put back in place properly. Aluminum is weak in many circumstances. I gave up on all that and just find suitable branches. Tip: You don't necessarily have to cut your branches to length. You can easily use a long branch and just attach your guide line to the tarp tie out, use a marlin spike (doubled if necessary) with the guide line around the branch an inch or two from your tarp tie out and an inch or two higher, then stake out your line. Works like a charm.
@jasonplugowsky3086 I put heavy gauge rivets into the screw end and left the tag end on. Put the end of the rivet through the grommet and then the guy line over that. For the one I use on the center of the tarp I have a tennis ball to reduce pressure.
Some of those twist-lock poles last a very long time, Have a twist lock boat hook that I attached a sharp nail(walking stick on rocks)and gaff hoock to fish on jeties. 40 Yrs and still works. Bit of lube once in a while. My tarp poles have a metal tab/ring that locks them
Yo guys, use audio boom poles, monopods, or blind guide canes. The telescopic range is insane and they are designed to hold weight. Way better than paint poles and trekking pole that are way too bulky or limited in range.
I have had bad luck with almost all systems using the pin locking mechanism. They rust easy, break, pinch the heck out of the webbing on your hands LOL. I am also skeptical of the twist method, but on just manually stressing the poles, they seem beefy. I am testing AVOFOREST tarp poles and Green Elephant poles. On just a first inspection I am liking the AVOFOREST tarp poles. I will find out in a few days which to keep.
Appreciate the feedback! Keep us posted on investigation!
@@AQWaterproof Update 10-13-24: I am liking the EF! The GE wiggle in the middle a lot more than EF. The thicker, sturdier EF poles are a bit more rigid. Also, there are 2 slots at the tip end what allow you to run cordage/guy lines through them. I tied a loop of rope through each of the two slots to attach guy lines. I use carabiners, the loops allow them to attach to the poles. I tied a third loop going through two slots. I use the third loop to attach to tarp to the poles using carabiners. I have a Unigear 10x13 tarp up in my backyard as a test bed. I wish all poles had threaded metal tips instead of simple texturing. I would prefer screw on caps, caps made with slots for attachment points. So far neither brand has had the poles loosen or slipped down. I am keeping the guy line tension fairly high, but not ridiculously so.
RE: the pole jack, I just fabbed a section of ski pole open on both ends, and stick both trekking pole tips in. Voila, 8' pole. As long as you're OK planting one grip in the dirt.
Great stuff! Thanks for sharing this useful tip... literally!
Aqua Quest Defender Tarps 10*7. my favorite. two basha poles. bungee loops in all tie out points and a few lengths of paracord.
my bushcraft life is complete.
We love to hear it! Thanks for the feedback.
Green Elephant twist lock poles work great. Try some, you'll like them. If hiking, a dead lodgepole cut to size works well.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with me and the group👍
I am testing Green Elephant (GE) and AVOFOREST (AF) Tarp Poles 8.7FT Tent Poles. Lengthen and Thicken with Protection Cap Awning Poles Set of 2 for Hiking. So far the AF poles lock and unlock easier and they are a bit more beefy and a few inches longer. The AF has two attachment points just below the metal tip! They are a sturdy plastic/polymer. I have to tried using them yet, will do that tomorrow.
Let me know how they work and where I can get them. @winstonsmiths2449
@@badmoon7549 Will do. But the lock-unlock on the Avoforest poles feel much smoother and easier at first handling.
Stellar video on showing a variety of tarp pole options here brother! I use trekking poles a lot while backpacking, so they're a natural choice for me personally when setting up my UL tent or tarp tent. That tip on adding the pole jacks was ingenious though! Will definitely be making a pair of those 👍 Thanks for passing that one along man! Meanwhile, looking forward to your upcoming vids 👍
As always: Thanks for your contribution to this conversation! If trekking poles are already part of your essential gear then the pole jacks make a ton of sense✌️
@@AQWaterproof Absolutely my pleasure! 👍
I'm just getting started in my tarp game.. great video well laid out.. well articulated..
Greg.. Little Rock AR
Happy to hear it! Good luck out there greg!
Great video. Lots of info - thanks!!!
Thanks for your feedback!
Your 2nd set of poles look like Redcamp's. I just bought those, but from an auction so got them cheap. Looking to try them out in a few weeks when camping out for the solar eclipse!
Good luck and enjoy your next adventure!
Nice review, good information, thanks.
Thanks for the feedback!
any chance you can link the manufacturers or links to the poles you reviewed? I didn't hear names for any of them!
You should look at the telescopic poles from springbar. I have some of the twisty tarp poles but when they fail, I'll replace them with springbar poles. There's zero chance of me needing to carry them, they ride in my truck. If the weather is bad enough to break those poles it's well past time for me to have been inside.
Great! Thanks for the recommendation!
@ $500 a set, no thanks
Fiberglass painter’s pole!!
thanks for sharing!!
Good info
I have tried " Twist lock tarp poles , and do not like them , Most of the time i use Steel ones , similar to yours , and half Tennis balls , with wooden carved inserts to cushion them if I need to use them in the fabric section of my Defender tarp .
Hi! Thanks for your comments. The twist lock poles I tried out just didn't seem like a rugged piece of gear. But then again, they are light and versatile... I can see why they have become a popular option. But not the right choice for us!
Can you please do a video showing the difference in pack size of your 3 different styles of tarps? Pack down size is important to alot of us. Showing how small each type of tarp can pack down into its bag isnt something i can find any videos of about your tarps. Thanks and much appreciated!
Hi! Thanks for the feedback... we are working on building a resource that best exhibits our various tarps packed/compressed. We will make a video version when complete!
Twist locks always fail after a short number of uses (brand/quality does not matter). Steel rusts and is heavy. Push button locks can, and will slip out of place and are difficult to put back in place properly. Aluminum is weak in many circumstances. I gave up on all that and just find suitable branches. Tip: You don't necessarily have to cut your branches to length. You can easily use a long branch and just attach your guide line to the tarp tie out, use a marlin spike (doubled if necessary) with the guide line around the branch an inch or two from your tarp tie out and an inch or two higher, then stake out your line. Works like a charm.
painters poles are the best options out there
Brilliant, bro
How do you 'attach' the tarp to them?
@jasonplugowsky3086 I put heavy gauge rivets into the screw end and left the tag end on. Put the end of the rivet through the grommet and then the guy line over that. For the one I use on the center of the tarp I have a tennis ball to reduce pressure.
Some of those twist-lock poles last a very long time, Have a twist lock boat hook that I attached a sharp nail(walking stick on rocks)and gaff hoock to fish on jeties. 40 Yrs and still works. Bit of lube once in a while. My tarp poles have a metal tab/ring that locks them
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@justanotherrat9703 appreciate the feedback
I thought that he would recommend something specific on the market… This video is just simply BS!
Telescopic
Is pronounced Teles-cop-ick
Not Teles-co-pick