I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R U S E
MEGAMID AND BETAMID SHELTERS
Simple and elegant, our Megamid and Betamid shelters offer lightweight and
inexpensive cover for mountain travelers. While tarps have been around a long
time, the unique catenary cuts, careful choice of materials, zippered access and
reinforced tie-out points make Black Diamond ‘Mids a good choice for those
wanting the security and comfort of a tent… at the weight of a tarp.
We offer our tarps in two families—Mega and Beta, and in two classes—‘Mids
and Lights. Megamids have a single central support pole and Betamids use two
support or two trekking poles. The ‘Mids use a conventional 1.9 oz urethane-
coated polyester ripstop, for a solid waterproof shelter and the Lights utilize 1.1
oz silicone-coated nylon ripstop to make ultralight shelters that are extremely
packable—approximately 50% the packed size of regular versions.
MEGAMID FAMILY
Megamid
Mega Light
Mega Bug
Megamid Floor
The pyramid has been a favored
structural shape for more than five
thousand years. Our pyramid-shaped
Megamid uses a single pole in the
center and catenary-cut side seams to create a stable, wind-resistant canopy. A
storm-flapped zipper can be tied back in good weather, and a small vent at the
top encourages the exit of warm, moisture-laden air out the top. A sturdy, 365 g
(13 oz) folding, adjustable aluminum center pole offers the best performance
and sturdiest set-up for the Megamid. The Mega Light comes with a rugged
lightweight carbon fiber pole that weighs 320 g (11 oz). Trekking poles that
extend to 132 cm (52 in) can be combined with our PoleLink Converter to make
a usable, though somewhat less stable, center pole. Megamids can also be
set up by tying the center to an overhead branch using the webbing loop at
the apex.
Megamid
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