Kifaru Supertarp Pics and peg/pole kit?

[red]

I am very interested in getting a Kifaru Supertarp this year but am a little worried about the set up without using trekking poles. I bring my poles to use them and not as heavy tent poles. Can anyone tell/show me what the Kifaru peg and pole kit looks like?

Also, can anyone comment on using branches as tent poles for the supertarp?

Thanks

 

[6t4nova]

The peg and pole kit is just durapegs and an adjustable aluminum pole.

I had a paratipi and used large branches all the time for supports. They work great if you can find one that is the right size or one to cut/break to size.

 

[Backpack Hunter]

I use my own stakes, and normally use trekking poles since they are with me anyways. You can cut a stick to size and it works fine for a pole.......well at least it has the few times I have done it.

 

[Lawnboi]

Sticks work well, otherwise, if you don't mind carrying 1 trekking pole all day (what I do when im not hunting) Is to use 1 of your poles for the front pole, and carry an arrow shaft to use as your back pole.

IMO the kifaru aluminum poles are way overkill, I would use a stick, trekking poles, or make my own. Im not the biggest fan of durapegs either. All personal preference though.

 

[Ross]

Here is a photo of the pole kit. 8 sections each running about 10 inches.

 

[red]

Thanks guys. Those are some pretty heavy duty poles. Would a regular easton tent pole cut to lenth work?

 

[Backpack Hunter]

I'm not sure I would trust a standard tent pole as they are under quite a bit of tension.

 

[Tim in Wa.]

Branches work fine

 

[justin davis]

I personally use trekking poles most of the time. But have also used branches with good success.