Wilderness Skills Rig 3.5

Wilderness Skills Rig 3.5

By David Hanney

The Rig 3.5 covers all bases, offering shade and protection wherever you pitch it. Find respite beneath its wings, even when the sun bears down relentlessly.

My minimalist tarp set up using the Alpkit rig 3.5. Absolutely crazily small pack size but full coverage. This set up was similar in size to a typical hooped bivvy tent so only really suitable for overnight.

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