Dyneema® Fiber Palace Tarp

I can’t yet speak to durability, because so far I’ve only used my Dyneema Palace Tarp once. What has impressed me so far is how it works with my lighting. I bought the camouflage pattern. Not my normal choice, but it was available sooner, and I thought it might provide me with more privacy. At night in my hammock, I turned on my headlamp and the tarp fabric interior appeared reflective, providing a wonderful ambient glow. Then, when I turned out the light, I realized I could see through the tarp—not sharp detail, but trees, bushes, moonlight, a couple of brighter stars, and creatures that wandered past. After using an opaque flat black tarp for years, I’m absolutely thrilled with the unexpected feature of my new tarp.

I got to try out the HG Dyneema Fiber Palace tarp (11ft) in 45F weather with significant wind. The extended sides and doors at the end did their job very well at cutting the wind, as expected. I added 1.75mm dyneema guy lines (Zing-It!) and 5.75g MSR carbon core 6 in stakes. The Lineloc-3 were a disappointment because they would easily loose their grip unless I had extra line to loosely lash around the line under tension so as to maintain the 0-degree angle of the line not under tension along the line in tension. I am not sure that I prefer the Lineloc-3 over a ring with a small metal lock on the line (e.g. DutchWare) to quickly secure and disconnect as needed. It is a close call. Three stakes to a side is better than two when the wind is present (not really a surprise). The loops taped to the tarp for securing the doors when open are fragile (the adhesive came loose so I reattached it) so care must be taken when using it (it might be that the adhesive needs more time to cure).

I have been Backpacking a long time. Gear comes and goes but, the introduction of high tech hammocks was a game changer. However , no mater what hammock you use your set-up is only as good as your tarp. And the best tarp on the market is the Hammock Gear Fiber Palace, Period!

I cannot say enough great stuff about these tarps. I have had a Hammock Gear 11 foot Winter Palace for years and it was great. Then I bought a 12 foot DH and needed another tarp so I called Hammock Gear. They are great to work with and their products never disappoint. I think I buy too much sometimes, but I always love their stuff. When I am lying in my hammock and the rain is pouring down, I am glad I spent some extra money on great equipment.

Very lightweight and well constructed. The camo print allows for some privacy. I am using this on an Amok Dramur hammock and it seems to cover very well but I will not know till next year when I can get out and do a few overnights.

I am so incredibly happy and impressed with my new Palace Tarp. Everything from the camo color's provided privacy and tarp craftsmanship to the add-ons that I had added to my order are impeccable.
There are quite a few that have complained about the door tie-backs, but I really have enjoyed this option. They are a bit hard to use at first, due to the new material being tight, but once they are used a few times they are an easy simple option for leaving the doors open on this tarp.
I also had Linelocs added, replacing the D-Rings. I never figured that these would be such a game changer in the set-up time and adjustment of the tarp, but WOW is all I can say. So worth the addition to your order.
I also paired this with the mesh tarp sleeve for a great option for packing your tarp on the trail and off.
If you are looking for a tarp, and want the best one out there, make the leap and order this dream of a tarp.

I have been saving up a couple years to buy one of these and I was not disappointed after receiving it and using it.

Beautiful tarp, quality work.

HG expedited the delivery on my order so I could have this available for remote backpacking trip outside Baxter State Park Maine. They delivered and so did the product! Very happy with the tarp and is a must have if reliable light weight shelter is what you depend on for survival. Well done HG!

We use this with a double hang system so I can be close to my child when we’re camping. It is big enough to cover both, the doors add a lot of flexibility. We usually set it up with doors in and in “porch mode” and it’s easy to readjust for better coverage if rain is coming. So lightweight, it’s amazing.

Couldn't be happier. Best advice is to buy best-in-class gear and this tarp is best-in-class. Am 6'5" and mini-tarps just don't cut it. The extra length means dry sleeping, privacy and headroom. At very little weight penalty. If one is buying DCF anyway, why not get the best?

This is my 2nd one, put 5800 miles of hiking and kayaking trips on the first one.

These tarps are great no question..

My only bone is that I tried to have this same tarp made without the doors but HG never replied with a quote so I couldn't do that..

These are over priced but this is the only place to get them... But for the money I've spent on cuben tarps I could have got cuben tents other places.. that's a bit frustrating.