REI has great nylon tarps that are very strong and fold VERY small compared to
those cheapo plastice ones.  They are more expensive, but will out last the
plastic ones 3 to 1 easily if you camp in strong winds at all or use it a
lot...and they store so nicely, they're worth it IMO.
steve

Marshall Ruskin wrote:

> Hi Volks:
>
> A fellow listee (Mr. Joel Walker) and I were just emailing, and he mentioned
> to me to stay away from "el-cheapo" tarps (this was in the context of making
> an awning - which is what's being most talked about lately)
>
> So, is there such a thing as a good quality, inexpensive tarp?
>
> I'd like to get one for no more than 2 X the price of an el cheapo. More
> than that, and my North-end Winnipeg roots will start to tingle
> uncomfortably.
>
> All the ones I see seem to be made of this coated woven plastic material - a
> step up from handi-wrap - but not a big one. Usually made in China or Korea,
> and usually with a store brand label.
>
> Marshall Ruskin
> 84 Westy "Iron Igloo"
> Founding Member of "Vanagon's Anonymous"