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SURPLUS - Genuine Issue, MC - Tents
The zeltbahn was a multipurpose piece of equipment that could be used either as a rain cape, as a means of personal camouflage, for camouflaging equipment, and as the means to construct multi-person shelters. In emergencies, it was even prescribed as the basis for a jury-rigged flotation device.
zeltbahn
By Frater jdmv
from eugene oregon on 7/22/2009
from eugene oregon on 7/22/2009
Pros:
Sturdy
Cons:
Difficult To Setup, Heavy, Too Cramped
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Car Camping, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Swiss Poncho Quarter Shelter (Zeltbahn):
Okay when the package arrived it didnt come with instructions which is half the fun anyway.I was finally able to find a site about the Zeltbahn how to set it up etc etc.BUt settingit up the way suggested would be really cpramped.So i took the long edges andmade them face outwards then i fastened the buttons this gives you a shape not unlike that of a manterey lol.So this set up used two of the capes.I would recommend getting alot of tent stakes.I have also had to waterproof the one i received.So now i plan on using them in Oregon so this is an ongoing test