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Just wanted to ask about groundsheets, and using one with a tarp. I have never tried tarp camping before, but would like to get one for the versatility, and to save money and weight. I use a 195 x 65cm sleeping mat, and a 200cm long sleeping bag and quilt.
With tarp camping, if any rain or snow blows in from the edges, would it be better to have a groundsheet that exactly matches or is slightly smaller than the sleeping mat, so that water does not pool on top of the groundsheet and get the sleeping mat wet from underneath? Or is it ok to have the groundsheet slightly wider?
I am trying to choose between 0.6m x 2m (will fit under my sleeping mat with no exposed edges), or 0.8m x 2.2m (7.5cm either side and 10cm either end exposed). The advantage I see of the slightly wider groundsheet is that it'll keep my sleeping bag and quilt cleaner, as they are less likely to touch the ground. But I would like to avoid any water pooling issues as mentioned before.
Sorry for the silly question. Any info would be appreciated.