Category Archives: Oware Backpacking Gear

Backpacking and the stuff that goes with it.

How to replace a zipper slider


Usually the first part of a zipper to wear out is the slider. The metal wears away over time and no longer pushes the zipper teeth together. Replacing the slider is often a simple matter and takes only a blade or seam ripper and a needle and thread. If you have an Oware product with a worn out slider, contact me and I will send you a new slider for free. Here is a couple of videos on replacing a slider on a bug bivy.

Zip slider replacement Part 1

Zip slider replacement a part 2

 

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Dry Falls, Sun Lakes State Park, WA


At one time, the grandest waterfalls in the world. 400 foot high, 3.5 miles long.

We thought there was rain falling on our tent in the night. It was flower petals.

A great place to camp and hike in the Spring.

Dry Falls and Sun Lakes WA

Dry Falls and Sun Lakes WA

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New size solo tarp. 6×9.5 feet


Flat 6×9.5′ long solo tarp shelter for 1. Plenty of coverage without excess weight.

Available in subtle colors or a standout in night and day – orange with white.

8 reinforced web tie outs around hem, and 2 tie outs centered over feet and head.

Price includes shipping in the USA, and a stuff sack.

30 Denier Silnylon various colors weighs 11 oz. 70d double thick silnylon in yellow weighs aprox 20 oz.

One seam along the center running the short distance (side to side lying underneath)

Notes- fabric is NOT flame retardant, keep away from heat and flame.

Tarp 6×9.5′- Buy it here

flat tarp 1.6 6x9.5'

flat tarp 1.6 6×9.5′

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More Cat Tarp 2’s available now with more side tie outs


Cat  Tarp 2 now with 12 tie out points

Cat Tarp 2 now with 12 tie out points

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Past custom shelters built by Oware


Oware was and early adopter of Cuben Fiber for extremely light shelters.

Cuben Fiber tents for long expedition. 2 person 12 ounces, 1 person 8 ounces.

http://backpackinglight.typepad.com/2006_arctic/2006/06/ultralight_shel.html

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Top zipper entry bug bivy


Top zipper entry bug bivy

Available in Grey with Black Noseeum Netting.

Quantity pricing available for schools etc.

Easy exit and entry,Especially good  used in a pyramid tent.

Keeps all your sleeping gear contained.

Roomy enough for 24″ wide pads.

Girth at the center body of 74″ so thick inflatable pads may be used.

Bathtub floor.

Number 3 zipper.

Top entry bug bivy

Top entry bug bivy

Top entry bug bivy

top entry bug bivy

Top entry bug bivy wt in ounces for long

Top entry bug bivy wt in ounces for long

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Netting Tarps, more size options added.


Tarps with netting perimeter in 2, 3 and 5 person sizes. Popular with Outdoor Education groups.

Group and school pricing available (call)

http://shop.bivysack.com/Net-Tarp_c16.htm

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Portage Pack for kayak and canoe


Built a batch of these for an outdoor school. Fold up compactly in the boat until you need to move gear up the beach or overland between lakes. Very sturdy of 420 Denier Nylon Packcloth.  2″ webbing shoulder straps. Handles on top and bottom. Over 3300 cubic inches in capacity.

I can build some for your School. As little as $40 in quantity.

Portage Pack

Portage Pack

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Happy Nevada Day (Oct 31) to all.


A claymation made in the Adult 2D Claymation class at ACCtv studios in Carson City Nevada.LOTS MORE SONGS from Nevada

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Tarp patch to hold center pole, paddle or oar


Need to use something to keep the middle of your tarp supported?

Sewn on the underside of a tarp, this will keep wear of the main fabric and the pole/paddle in place.

Tarp paddle holder

Tarp paddle holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

Tarp Paddle Holder

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