Gutter spike nails have excellent holding power at 7″, light at about .40 oz ea, durable, and end up being only about fifty cents a piece! Combine with some bank line to make a loop and also to use as cordage, and you have a light, effective, and inexpensive essentials for a tarp, tent, or awning system that will please any dirt bagger!
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