Shelter
Shelter Recommendations
Shelter is protection from wind, rain, and cold—often the fastest way to stabilize a situation.
Primary
Your go-to shelter approach for normal use (trip-appropriate, reliable).
- Primary Shelter Pick #1 (Main Shelter)
- Primary Shelter Pick #2 (Stakes/Anchors)
- Primary Shelter Pick #3 (Groundsheet)
- What to look for: quick setup, stable in wind, manageable weight/bulk.
Alternate
Backup shelter option that works when Primary is unavailable.
- Alternate Shelter Pick #1 (Emergency Bivy)
- Alternate Shelter Pick #2 (Poncho Tarp)
- Alternate Shelter Pick #3 (Cordage/Guyline)
- What to look for: compact, separate storage, different setup method.
Contingency
Extended time or worsening conditions: more coverage and flexibility.
- Contingency Shelter Pick #1 (Tarp Upgrade)
- Contingency Shelter Pick #2 (Extra Line/Hardware)
- Contingency Shelter Pick #3 (Repair Patches/Tape)
- What to look for: modularity (tarp/bivy), multiple pitch options.
Emergency
Survival shelter: fast, idiot-proof, works wet/cold/injured.
- Emergency Shelter Pick #1 (Bivy/Blanket)
- Emergency Shelter Pick #2 (Tube Tent/Quick Shelter)
- Emergency Shelter Pick #3 (Reflective Tarp/Panel)
- What to look for: speed, durability, strong wind/rain performance.