DD Tarp - The Best Tarp for Bushcraft?

As a long term user of this item, I thought it was about time I did a review.

[gallahad]

There are so many good bushcraft channels on youtube, having watched through many of them I'd say Greencraft is one of the very best. Thank you for sharing and consistently offering such top quality advice Neil!

[matthewmansell]

I learned something I was not expecting. I can't believe I've never left the knife stationary next to the tinder and moved the ferro rod. WOW that makes getting the sparks right on the tinder SO MUCH EASIER. I'm laughing at myself because of how dumb I feel. Anyway, thanks for the video! I learned a lot!

[luigifrancotte]

Hi Neil
on your advice I buy the DD 3x3, and really it's what you need as a shelter, once again I'm following your advice and I'm grateful, and again pleace more videos
.Greetings
Luigi. Belgian Ardennes

[Ashysand]

So cool I’ve just got a dd xl in brown the build is great. 4.5x3. I had a stroke last year and I can’t wait to get out again. Also treated myself to and under quilt for when I’m back walking again. Thanks for the video

[thriftysurvivor]

I really enjoy my DD tarp. Mine is in the same color as yours. I live in the U.S. and ordered mine from the manufacture because their price was better than the Amazon price with free shipping. I was amazed when my tarp was at my doorstep in 3 days. Very happy. I really enjoyed your video. Keep up the good work mate.

[ActualRegard]

They are a great tarp, totally agree about the brown blending in great during winter. I've just ordered a DD 4x4 for winter in the hammock as I found I needed a bit more space and shelter to keep the wind and rain out than the 3x3 gave. Great video as always mate.

[liveround]

Best technique for striking a ferro rod that I've seen yet. Nice video. Trying to decide between this and AQ safari 10 x 10.

[TheScoundrel]

DD made (makes?) an über version called the Pro that had extra tie outs on the body of the tarp itself rather than just the single line of tie outs down the center seam. For folks who are really into tarpigami, it is phenomenal. Unfortunately, I gifted mine to a friend and although I can still find it listed, I have yet to find it in stock. The searches did lead me to another small company called Vihe Vaellus (sp?) hat makes some really interesting gear based on traditional Scandinavian designs, and joy of joys, they make a 3x3 tarp that has not only the full grid of tie outs on the body itself, but has a reflective surface on the inside. My experience with it has been fantastic and I'm convinced it's not a gimmick. It makes a very noticeable difference in warmth, and is ideal for making Mors Kochanski's "super shelter" without having to deal with the delicate space blankets. Fantastic for the colder months here in Canada, but also works the other way as a heat barrier in the hot and humid months to create a cooler shelter than just the normal shade of a tarp. I was not expecting that at all. Just another option to consider for folks who may be looking to purchase a quality tarp.

[davidhuxtable]

I therefore use a tent as my primary form of shelter and my dd tarp as backup which works out well for me!!
As you have many options with that combo
To adapt to the conds!!
Your presented with!

[LysanderLH]

Just bought one and can’t wait to play with it in the woods. Thanks for the video.

[robendert]

Well explained! I have 2 DD 3x3's in multicam and also one ultre-light DD 2, 9x3 in brown for my get-home bag. I live in a mountain area (Swiss Jura) where it is not often that you can find a flat spot for "ground dwelling". Usually, a DD Frontline-XL hammock can be used between the trees even on a slope. In this context, a tarp is far more usefull than a tent, as a tarp can be configurated for both ground-dwelling and tree-hanging.

[turksheadbushcraftsurvival]

Great video! I have recently been drawn to your videos quite a bit. Great quality information and camera work! its fun watching you grow as a channel!

[baronedipiemonte]

I have some "Amazon" brand, 10x12ft (3x3.7m) $25 U.S. with stakes & lines, and it lends itself well as a "Holden" or "A" frame body bag tent with integral floor, large enough for two normal sized adults and kit/hammock cover. It's not exactly light - almost 2.75lbs, but you get what you can afford - BEFORE Hurricane Season, BEFORE it's needed LoL. Two poncho's weigh less, but less coverage by 1/3rd & not as "dry". I'm 58 and was hit by a drunk driver on duty several years ago so I can't hump 50lbs like in my military days. I'm packing what I can reasonably get in my 27L pack, with 3 canteens & trauma kit on my belt. I'm in the USA so also a non-concealed .22lr in a military shoulder holster, 2lbs. New subscriber & enjoying your videos !

[FerndaleMichiganUSA]

Nice owl spoon. That would keep an eye on my eating habits.

[richardoldham]

Nice review as always Neil.
I love your honesty and openness when doing these reviews. The gentle, knowledgeable, laid back approach works so well.
Looking forward to

[marodriguezsr]

I used 5x7 tarps for quite some time. I then got me a 10x10 & it made a huge positive difference. Take care brother & keep enjoying the great out of doors. - Marco

[sullysullivan]

Just getting into bushcraft and wild camping with my son and this is the tarp I've been looking at. Seen them in so many videos I thought there must be something about them that's worth getting and your video has just confirmed that. It may be on my Christmas list to santa 😂

[survive_thrive]

I bought 3.5 X 3.5 size DD tarp. I considered the Aquaquest Defender but I don't like the camouflage pattern and the fact that the pattern also repeats itself like crazy. So I went with the DD tarp. I'm using it in conjunction with a now 16 year old, very good condition, Golite Hex 3 tent.

[treksntarps]

Love my dd tarp multiple configurations from fully enclosed to almost completely open as you say so versatile. Am considering an aqua quest defender but dd one does the job . Cheers take care 👍

[kennnuthatch]

2:17 to get past the music...I chose DD 3x3 because MCQ Bush craft had one and it seemed to work well, it has great coverage. Since this vid is @ 3yo, and my tarp is about 1.5yo I've noticed a center seam change...the center tie outs are on/in/above these 3-4" triangle tarp pieces. Thus the top of loop is between 6-10-ish inches above tarp seam...great for tall folks but us shorties have a tough time getting tarp high enough to walk under as over tarp ridge line now has to be 6-10" higher...