Tarptent Cloudburst 3 Manual

5. Use the buckle tighteners to achieve high tension. Adjust the arch
positioning and restake as necessary to ensure ridgeline and sidewalls are
taut. Floor tension is also controlled using strap tighteners.
Entry/Exit
Entry and exit are through the zippered
vestibule door and interior mesh zippered
door. Use the tiebacks to open and secure
the vestibule door. The mesh door unzips
and secures via a tieback loop and clip
The vestibule also detaches from the
stakes. Unclip the buckle, roll the fabric
back, and tie back against the sleeve. Use
the interior arch tension straps to maintain a taut
pitch when the vestibule is detached.
For full end-to-end ventilation, open and roll back both vestibules.
Tarptent Cloudburst 3 Basic Setup
Basic setup is very easy. It will take about 2 minutes once you get the hang of it.
For additional photos, see the Cloudburst 3 product page on tarptent.com
1. Spreadcanopyonground,blackoorsidedown.Removestakesfromstake
bag and have ready.
2. Assemble arch poles. Pole lengths are 120in / 3.05 m.
3. Locate a yellow pole sleeve and thread a pole where the sleeve opens. Push
the pole through the sleeve and insert the pole tip into the pole tip pocket.
Pull the fabric to slide the sleeve across the pole and insert the pole tip into
theotherpoletippocket.Tightenstrap.Repeatatotherpolesleeve.
4. Now lift an arch and align it vertically. Stake through O-ring at bottom of
vestibule edge as shown below. Be sure to relax the tension strap to allow
plentyofroomfortightening.RepeatatotherO-ring.Nowrepeatatother
arch. Be sure both arches are vertical and parallel to each other.
O-ring
tension

Other features
Thereareinteriorpocketsateachoorcorner.Meshloadliftersensure
protection from splash and keep sleeping bag feet from touching a wall.
Liner support
Use the optional liner for condensation separation, keeping the interior
cooler in direct sun, and/or for additional warmth. Attach the elastic loops at
liner ends to the corresponding clips that line the inside of each arch sleeve.
Third pole support
For high winds or snow, we recommend using a third pole. The pole feeds
through small openings in the sidewall and is secured at ground level by
grommeted straps. Interior velcro tie-ups secure the pole to the canopy.
Seam-sealing
If you did not order the seam-sealing kit or service, you can make your own
seam-sealing solution. Please refer to the seam-sealing instructional video:
https://www.tarptent.com/seam-sealing/
SEAMSMUSTBESEALEDwithasilicone-basedsealersuchasGESilicone
II clear sealer. In a well-ventilated location, mix about three tablespoons into
a tuna can with about 3 tablespoons mineral spirits (paint thinner) or Cole-
man fuel/white gas. Stir to dissolve and form a semi-viscous solution. Set up
the tent and seal the outside/topside seams over your living space. Paint the
solution on with a small foam brush for easy, smooth application. Paint thicker
swathsofsiliconeonthecompartmentoorintheareaofyoursleepingpadto
helpreducesliding,especiallyifyouuseaninatablepad.Smallfabrictears
can be patched with pure silicone and scrap fabric (free on request).
Condensation and Sag
Please watch our how-to-minimize condensation video here:
https://vimeo.com/157512798
Ventilation and fabric warmth are your best defenses against condensation.
Keep the netting and doors open if at all possible and try to set up where it’s
breezy. Camp under trees where its warmer and set up away from water.
Nylon stretches (and sags) when the humidity goes up. This happens as night is
falling and/or when it starts to rain. Use the line tighteners to tighten the fabric.
Key points to consider
• It’sagoodideatopaintlinesofsiliconeontheoor—slightly thicker
mixture than for the roof—to form an anti-skid mat.
• Push,ratherthanpull,thepolesthroughthesleevestopreventseparation.
• Thetentismadeofstrong,lightweight,andammablefabric.Treatit
accordingly.Itwillresistmuchstressbutneitheramenorabrasion.
Thank you for your purchase and we sincerely hope that you enjoy your
Tarptent. Feedback is always welcome.
Tarptent
12213 Koswyn Ct.
Nevada City, CA 95959 USA
e-mail: [email protected]
ph: 650-587-1548