Decathlon Solognac Bushcraft Tarp

[@Bananeisafree]

That tarp is pretty great, I got it for a about over a year now. I use it every other week as my main shelter, and once you got the weird tie-out placement on the side figured out, it's a fine tarp indeed. I think I understand what the "pinholes" that people are talking about are, but it's not the fabric tearing. As far as I can tell, it's just the black coating on the inside that stretches over the fabric with time letting light shine trough. Mine is full of those "pinholes" and no water comes trough, just a bit of light. After receiving negative feedback on the bag it came in, Decathlon now sells that tarp in a proper compression bag. Sadly they don't sell the bag alone, so yeah ... for early adopter we have to come with our own compression bag. They also now have a 4x4m green tarp that is pretty good too, with the blackout and a proper compression bag. As always, great video ! (And not that it matters that much but, Solognac is not a separate entity from Decathlon, it's just one of Decathlon's inner brand, like Quechua, Forclaz, Domyos etc... It's more a way to let the client know what kind of equipment they are buying than a proper different company. )

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you. I understood the relationship between Decathalon and the other manufactures but did not explain it clearly. I appreciate what you had to say about the pin holes as well. I will take a look at their larger tarp. It sounds interesting. Thanks for commenting

[@Bananeisafree]

@MarkYoungBushcraft oh , sorry about that then. English is not my native tong , I might very well have misunderstood you.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

@@Bananeisafree Please, no need to apologize, I likely dd not say it clearly enough. BTW, I just checked Decathalon Canada and see they now have the compression sack as you mentioned; however, they are not carrying the larger tarp here yet. Thanks again

[@The_Solo_Hiker]

Decathlon has very good products. I have two of these and have been using them for over two years. I also have been using their wood stoves, knives, rucksacks, tents (5 of them), sleeping bags etc. they're one stop shop for everything outdoors since over 10 years.

[@theresamcpherson7352]

Hey Mark, Perfect timing on this review. We were trying to decide on a new tarp, between this and the Aqua-quest, based on your review this is our winner at $60.00 cheaper. I also like the darkening fabric side. Thanks to your viewer who offered an explainer on the pin point holes. Thanks for filming and posting your views, I know the time it takes to do all that you do.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I have two Aquaquest tarps and love them both but I feel this is a better value for most people. Thanks for commenting

[@jimf1964]

Take a look at the DD tarp too. I bought a 3x3m one from them. It’s going strong after 3 yrs, with a combined 2 1/2 months of use, and every fall I get the bad luck of a good 3 solid days of rain, and not a drop has gotten through. I am well sheltered though, so it’s never had to put up with much wind. So I can’t comment on that.

[@Randomlysleeping]

I love this tarp. 1 of my faves. I use this more then my DD tarp. The black underside is just perfect and after a few years it still perfect with no leaks

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. Thanks for commenting

[@jimf1964]

My DD has done 3 yrs, about 2 1/2 months in total, with every goddam fall hunting trip I spend about 3 solid days of rain.

[@Randomlysleeping]

@@jimf1964 The DD is a solid bit of equipment. Never failed me at all. I just prefer the camo print for my location and the black under side

[@LucieOvalx]

I’ve got that tarp for many years and it is very effective, very nice

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I appreciate your comment. I like it as well

[@thedriftingspore]

I like my 10x10 tarp. Thanks for sharing Mark.

[@auroraborealisknives4019]

That looks like a great option for canoe camping. I will take a look at that tarp next time I visit Decathlon👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Let me know what you think when you see it. Thanks for commenting Alex

[@singingtoad]

Thanks for sharing about this neat tarp and I like your idea about using clear gorilla tape for minor repairs. 👍Take care my friend and Cheers!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting Dave

[@redsorgum]

Using a tarp is something I haven’t done. I do need to get out of my comfort zone and learn how to use them in different setups. ✌️🇺🇸🇨🇦✌️

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

It can be a lot of fun experimenting with different setups. You can get by with a poly tarp but even a cheap nylon tarp would be better

[@MichaelR58]

Good review Mark, thanks for sharing, YAH bless !

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting Michael

[@Phoenixonesix]

That's a great looking camo. It's a bit of a shame the pattern repeat is so small. It looks like every 18" and the eye picks up on that pattern, which kind of make it more visable than a plain colour. Great looking tarp though. Thank you for sharing.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Most welcome. Thanks for commenting

[@skids62]

Tarps are a hobby just by themselves.

[@destitute8493]

I think the camo pattern is "Python". Varusteleka has a nice 290x290cm tarp made of similar materials, snow or woodland camo, near infrared compliant to defeat thermal image viewers, only $300 Canadian 😵.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I do love my Varusteleka stuff but, oh man, it can be pricey. Thanks for commenting

[@jimf1964]

Anything from those Nordic companies is super expensive. Even when they’re made in Asian countries! Take a look at DD tarps too. It’s not light weight either, but rock solid.

[@evelynmacmillan2485]

Thank Mark for letting us know where we can buy some of the great gear you review. Where is Decathlon in Halifax for people who occasionally get there?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

It is in Mic Mac Mall. Fun place to browse. Thanks for commenting

[@scotbotvideos]

Think that's a Kryptek camo pattern. Certainly seems akin to the mandrake pattern.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Good to know. I quite like it. Thanks for commenting

[@OldNavajoTricks]

Wish I'd gotten it and the hammock when they were £35 lol.

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

Solognac is pronounced like cognac the drink. My local Decathlon here in Spain are hopeless. Sure they sell some very good quality stuff, the problem I have is they are always really badly stocked. It's a hours drive to get there only to find the shelves empty. It is frustrating.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Very unfortunate. Still a great place to shop here in Canada. Thanks for commenting

[@johnbelmore1178]

What about Flex Seel for a repair

[@johnbelmore1178]

How much is it and can I get it in the USA

[@jimf1964]

Been to Decathalon in Montreal. From what I saw, they’re worse than a Walmart sports store. Great if you can’t afford it, and many of us can’t nowadays thanks to the liberals, but I got some serious reservations about the quality, and honestly Mark, I’m beginning to have some questions about your testing of some of this stuff. Setting up a tarp on a nice afternoon a few times isn’t the same as being miles into the bush, and spending days in the cold and rain. Did you even try and set it up in your yard or something for a couple days of bad weather? Anything other than an afternoon of filming?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Just a bit testy Jim. True, my gear may not get as much use as other give theirs but I don't feel that invalidates my opinions on it. I don't feel I misrepresent myself or how I use my gear

[@jimf1964]

@ Honestly Mark, I like you, and obviously I generally like your channel. I look forward to youre videos, but before you say how good something like a shelter is, you should have put it through its paces for real. For example, I spend weeks at a time, alone, or with family, far from cell service hunting or just camping. Others maybe miles from their cars. So don’t you think something as important as shelter should really be tested at least a little in bad weather? I’ve watched tons of reviews of tents, and I’ve seen some pretty cool looking set ups fail horribly once they’re out in the field. I mean I guess if you’re doing an unboxing video, and you say you haven’t actually tested it, but it looks good that’s fine, but I’m just saying, unless you e had it out in bad weather, you can’t say it’s good or not. That store sells some horrible stuff. So I wouldn’t trust anything they sell without checking it first.

[@Tom_Bee_]

Sheesh. I can see why Jim spends so much time miles from other humans desperately clutching a firearm 😂❤

[@LucieOvalx]

First

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting