AquaQuest Defender Tarp – 20,000 mm Waterproof, Heavy-Duty 15×15 Olive Drab Rain Fly

The AquaQuest Defender Tarp is engineered to shelter you when weather turns harsh. With a 20,000 mm waterproof rating and heat-taped seams, it keeps rain at bay while the rugged 70D nylon shell resists abrasion. This tarp is built for serious outdoors use, from backcountry camping to bushcraft and rapid-response scenarios.

Durable, field-ready construction

Every detail serves reliability in demanding conditions:

• 70D nylon with an extra-thick dual coating for long-lasting protection
• Reinforced webbing, bar-tacked tie-outs, and precise stitching for rugged use
• Heat-taped seams paired with a 20,000 mm rating to shed steady downpours

Storm-secure setups and versatile coverage

Designed to stay put as wind shifts, the Defender Tarp features a dense tie-out grid and braced corners that enable fast, low-pitch shelters. Finished size is 14'7" × 14'7", delivering 215 ft² of coverage with 37 tie-outs for flexible configuration.

• Finished size 14'7" × 14'7" for roomy shelter
• 37 tie-outs allow flexible configuration
• Storm-secure setups enable stable shelter in gusts

Weight, packing, and inclusion

Weighing 7.2 lbs, it packs compactly in the included stuff sack, making it ready to ride in a pack, vehicle, or go-bag.

• Weight 7.2 lbs for a solid yet manageable shelter
• Includes tarp and stuff sack for simple packing

Color, warranty, and value

The olive drab finish blends with outdoor environments. The Defender Tarp is backed by a lifetime warranty, reflecting AquaQuest's long-standing reputation since 1994 for dependable gear.

Use-cases and scenarios

• Camping in heavy rain and shifting winds
• Bushcraft setups and survival shelters
• Guides and rescue teams relying on robust rain protection