Tarpworm
$4.49 – $11.24
Patent Number: 2017/0254353 A1
The Tarpworm is beyond light. It not only is a simple way to tie out your tarp, but it also has a built-in tarp tensioner. Just simply stake out your tarp and then pull the cord and loop it around the tail. When you want to release it, simply pull the cord and it releases your tie-out. These are sold individually and attached with 3/32 shock cord. You can also choose a 6-foot length of Lash-it™, Zing-It! ™ or Reflect-it spliced with a loop on the end for a nice clean look.
Description
Patent Number: 2017/0254353 A1
The Tarpworm is beyond light. It not only is a simple way to tie out your tarp, but it also has a built-in tarp tensioner. Just simply stake out your tarp and then pull the cord and loop it around the tail. When you want to release it, simply pull the cord and it releases your tie-out. They are sold attached with 3/32 shock cord. They can also include a 6-foot length of Lash-it™, Zing-It! ™ or Reflect-it spliced with a loop on the end for a nice clean look. Another option is to purchase the Zing-It!™ here and splice it yourself or simply tie a knot. Weighs just 1 gram (4 grams with Zing-It!™ or Lash-It!™). Made by Dutchware and of course Made in the USA.
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Weight | N/A |
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Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 in |
SKU | MUS108 |
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Christine Borgfeld (verified owner) –
I bought a set of these because they look like the best option for keeping my lines attached to the tarp. (This makes for quick packing – I just slide the lines into the tarp sleeve without rolling them up). The hardware works well and weigh practically nothing. Unfortunately the tarpworms are smaller than I expected, and I found it difficult to hold it with one hand while making and sliding the loop over the end – my fingers kept getting in the way. After some practice, I found that it helps to slide the shock cord knot to be right next to the tarpworm, and then I can grip it without covering up the bottom half of the metal. This helps, but I find the fleaz easier to use (I happened to buy one to play with).
So for those who want lines attached to the tarp and the ease of use of the fleaz, I came up with this…. attach the fleaz to the tarp with shock cord as it’s intended. Set up your tie out line with loops at BOTH ends. Attach one end to the tarp ring next to the shock cord – this will never be under tension, its just for convenience so they stay together. The other end of the line loops over the stake. Now put the MIDDLE of the line in the hook on the fleaz and pull to tension, then lock the excess cord on the fleaz notches. The excess line will hang in a loop between the tarp and the fleaz. Basically you are just attaching the free end of the line to the tarp so they don’t get separated.
The moral of the story – If you are unsure which goodies to buy, get one of each and play with them before you decide on a setup. It’s much easier to understand how they work once you have one in your hands and can try using it in different configurations.
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taylor21789 (verified owner) –
Could these be used for ridgeline tieouts as well as guy line tieouts?
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Dave (verified owner) –
Quick to adjust and quick to set
The whole reason for me getting these tarp worms was to eliminate each little pieces. They are so easy to set up and adjust. Simplicity to a tee.
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teevoo1 –
Will the end spliced of the cord easily pass through the hole of the Tarp Worm? Wondering how easy it is to remove, and reattach the cord?
Thanks
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Carolyn (verified owner) –
We have it buried and then knotted on the end. If you unknot the rope you can take it off however it may be extremely tight to get off the buried end.
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Dave –
Keeps up with the simplistic goal of the companyTried these out for the first time this weekend and what can I say. They are super simple to use. I ordered mine with shock cord and held my tarp taut all night through wind and rain. Hard to ask any more out of such an excellent product. Customer support was top notch as well! Wish all companies would follow Dutchware’s exemplary service.
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Troy Higgins (verified owner) –
Do these worms no longer come with reflect-it cordage? I need to purchase a set of (8) worms w/blue reflect-it and a pair of (2) green worms w/reflect-it.
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Dave Gantz (verified owner) –
We are currently only making these with Lash-it! and Zing-it!
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JohnConnock –
What metal are the tarp worms, hookworms, and silkworms made out of?
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admin –
They are made form aluminum
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Judith Chedville –
What size zing it/lash it comes with the combo?
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Dave Gantz –
1.75mm Zing-it or Lash-it.
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James Bailey –
Why size shock cord comes with these when you order that option?
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Carolyn (verified owner) –
We use 3/32 shock cord loops
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DennisThompson –
How many feet are attached with option of reflect it and shock cord?
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admin –
6 foot
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Tarjenk (verified owner) –
Forget knots, use Dutchbling
I bought six of these for myself and six for a camping buddy. We opted for tarp worms with hardware and reflect it and the reflect it works great in the dark. We use these for our tarp tieouts and they make setting up a breeze. We usually only need four, but we have two spares in case of windy weather. I can highly recommend these.
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Kendall Richardson –
Will the TarpWorm work with 1/8 shock cord?
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Carolyn (verified owner) –
No it will fit up to the 3/32 shock cord.
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NicolaKinsella –
What is the length of Reflect It that comes with the Tarpworm
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admin –
6 foot
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blarrimore1 –
Can these be used with 2.25 zing it?
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Carolyn (verified owner) –
yes
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RC (verified owner) –
Love these!
Makes adjusting and sinching down a breeze. And is even easier to take down.
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TylerCampbell –
Does the zing it / reflect it offered come w/ a spliced loop on the end? I would assume that the loop is intended to attach to the stake and the other end attached to the tarp worm, correct?
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admin –
absolutely. There is one spliced loop and that goes to the tie out at the stake. There is also a loop of shock cord that would be larks headed on at the d ring on tie out of your tarp.
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Greg (verified owner) –
Makes hiking easier
These things are great!
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Ricky (verified owner) –
Fabulous design!
Best way to secure your tarp hands done. Another fantastic product from Dutch!
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Asa (verified owner) –
Dutch Bling is life
I have these on two of my tarps now. I love them. They make staking out my tarp really quick and easy. These are just the bee’s knees to use.
Customer service from Dutch and his crew is always top notch.
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kfranken (verified owner) –
Can I order 10′ instead of 6′ orange Zing-It?
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Dave Gantz (verified owner) –
Please contact us directly for custom requests: [email protected]
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