>>1789029Rain and wind protection. Yes, I know it's somewhat short for the hammock. It's my rain poncho. I put the foot end of sleeping bag where the tarp is short. It works as long as rain is not too heavy. If necessary I can wrap up my Hammock at the foot end so this works just fine.
Don't question my set-up...but I get your point.
In clear nights I go without tarp.