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  1. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    Happy to help! They also have a 'pro' version with metal eyelets on at least 2 sides i think where u can insert poles. What i still might do is put some stitching in the loops and make a second tiny loop close to the edge of the tarp so i can insert to pole in there and it all gets a litlle...
  2. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    Hey No problem, as you can see there are even bigger tarps. They are pretty lightweight and compact. I store mine in a 8 litre drybag and compress it so it can even go on a hiking trip. The main advantage for me is that they have plenty of loops to attach a ridge line/poles/tie down ... and...
  3. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    Hi! DD Hammocks is the brand of the tarp. 3x3 means 3 by 3 meters, I think u can get them in the US Products . The poles are telescopic twist locking system I bought at the local camping store so nothing special, many different brands. For cordage I use 550 paracord. The architecture in...
  4. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    Indeed; carrying that much extra weight is not interesting. Because of space but also for fuel economy, like said in comment #32 quote : "Use your fire wood, jerry can, cooler, spare tire, or some sort of empty bag to fill with whatever you find. " <-- that in combo with some nail like heavy...
  5. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    That's pretty difficult, you can get stakes suited for very hard soil (quite expensive ones) and hammer those in.. Only other way in my opinion seems to use big rocks you can find lying around (i've used this when hiking and camping in mountains with only open spot on granite rock surface) ...
  6. Laurensvh

    Wich roof rack ?

    The roofrack issue has finally been solved! went for rhinorack crossbars with steel mesh platform. Decent pricing and easy to adjust and use on future vehicle(s)
  7. Laurensvh

    Jeep Compass

    Hey, Just found your question after randomly looking around on the forum! I've been looking for a good solution myself for a few months and since a couple of days i've finally got a solution! I have mounted 2 rhino rack cross bars with low profile feet and mounting system that fits on the oem...
  8. Laurensvh

    EU Mid Europe Drive and meet middle of the Netherlands

    I have to work then.. too bad! Have fun guys!!
  9. Laurensvh

    EU Mid Europe Welcome Home Party for ALNSM Overland

    Hey, Everybody can RSVP on the rally point so no need to copy paste list of attendees in de comments i think ;). I'm not gonna be able to be there but i hope some people will make it!!
  10. Laurensvh

    New Mid Europe members start here

    Hey, Haha, yeah i get that :-p .. privacy is a luxury when camping (overlanding) ;) . Could've fit a lot of gear, but the inside looks very organized. Have fun ;)
  11. Laurensvh

    New Mid Europe members start here

    Hey, Looks really nice, i've got to ask tho. Why 2 tents if it's just the 2 of you :)? Inside is looking really nice!! Have fun building and keep us posted! Groetjes uit België! Laurens
  12. Laurensvh

    CB group buy

    Hey, I'm interested in a cb if it can wait a few months :). Only got a budget to spend every few months so.. What's the regular price on a set like this and what's the best way to mount an antenna like That?
  13. Laurensvh

    Are you guys interested to have a meetup and offroad weekend in Mammut park Germany ?

    Interested :) but not to drive :p the compass is not fitted for clay and mud i guess.. but then again. Depends on the timing (works on saturdays) and not much off days left to plan in next year (yeah allready).. Think i have to go find a new job XD haha
  14. Laurensvh

    OB mid Europe meet up brainstorm

    Looks interesting, might be able to do that, Monday is a holiday so if i take one day i can be there saturday morning. Since my workplace is closed on Monday's i get Tuesday of as well :-D I might be interesting in a trip that period. The wife still has to aprove of course.. Haha
  15. Laurensvh

    Do you run a DIY tarp awning?

    Hey, I recently DIY'd something like thqt myself, use my 3x3 DD hammocks clight weight camping tarp and a DD hammock magic carpet. tied it over the car to the wheels and used 2 telescopic camping poles (got these at the outdoor shop).. Works really good and is pretty quick to setup once you...
  16. Laurensvh

    Bow saw or other for small firewood chores?

    Silky are the best! You got different types of blades for different types of wood and can change the saw blade when it gets dull. All the sizes are great, depends on your needs.
  17. Laurensvh

    2019 Baltic and Scandinavian trip

    There's also an app.. easier then the website offcourse :p . Enjoy nature over there! (jealous!!) XD
  18. Laurensvh

    2019 Baltic and Scandinavian trip

    Hey Wouter! Looking good! Enjoy the trip! Use YR.no for the weather in Norway and Sweden (Scandinavia) it's pretty damn accurate. Used it and trusted it a lot on our 3 week Norway trip. Grt Laurens
  19. Laurensvh

    Toll roads Norway (Registration)

    Wow! That sounds amazing! Have fun!! We will see some.pictures and videos I'm sure;)
  20. Laurensvh

    Toll roads Norway (Registration)

    Hehe, that's a plan ;-) . When and where are you going?