guylines
Anchor a canopy
Guylines are the cords or ropes that stabilize a tent by anchoring it to the ground at an angle.
They run from the tent's body or rainfly to stakes, preventing collapse in wind: Make sure your guylines are taut before the storm hits.
Also spelled guy lines or, less commonly, guide lines—from guy meaning a rope used for steadying.
Ropes and twines collectively
- paracordBraided nylon utility cord
- ropeThick twisted fibers
- webbingTough woven strap material
- lanyardWearable cord for items
braided · cable · strand · knots · hitches · loops · tensioners · clips
Portable fabric shelter
- stakesPosts or wagers
- pitchingDelivering toward the plate
- peggingFastening with pins
- canopyOverhead protective covering
tarp · awning · bivouac · shelter · campsite · backpacking · outdoors · hiking
Posts or wagers
- pegsCylindrical fastening pins
- secureProtected from harm
- fastenFix securely in position
- fixRepair or solution
attach · mooring · embed · reinforce · deadman · rocks · trees · sandbags
cordage
Ropes and twines collectively
lanyard · braided · cable · strand · knots · hitches · loops · tensioners · clips · carabiners
tent
Portable fabric shelter
canopy · tarp · awning · bivouac · shelter · campsite · backpacking · outdoors · hiking · campfire
stakes
Posts or wagers
fix · attach · mooring · embed · reinforce · deadman · rocks · trees · sandbags
support
To uphold or sustain
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- braceDevice providing structural stability
- reinforceAdd strength to something
framework · structure · rigidity · firmness · uprightness
tautness
State of being pulled firm
pull · load · elasticity · stretch · slack · sag · flutter · vibration · deflection · give
- camping geartent, sleeping bag, flashlight, backpack, sleeping pad
- Backcountry Campingbackcountry, backpack, bear bag, bear canister, bear spray
- Backpackingbackpack, trail, backpacking, pack, sleeping pad
- tent partspole, poles, stakes, stake, peg
guylinestent poles
Rods supporting portable shelters
poles · frame · uprights · ridgepole · center pole