Wilderness Logic Fraternity
Hey all, I’d like to reach out to anyone using the WL Lite Owl Hammock. I’ve had mine for a couple of years, purchased shortly before Marty passed away. I admit that I’ve never quite dialed in this hammock, and am looking for any help, tips, advice, etc. to make it hum.... I can’t seem to avoid the dreaded Calf ridge issue. I’m sure I’m not properly using the head & foot box cords, although I’ve tried all the configurations I can. 6’1, 160 lbs, in an 11’ hammock should not be as hard as I’m making it. I can’t help feel I’m missing something easy that will make a big difference. While I’m not opposed to side sleeping, I’m okay on my back, and really just want to find the elusive sweet spot.
What better place to seek help than HF. Thanks to all who reply.
Wilderness Logic Fraternity
Marty made a Nite Owl double layer for me.
It was 11x5 maybe an inch or two less than 5 feet wide—maybe 58 inches wide.
Marty also made a custom lite owl for me.
Single layer and 12x6
The 12x6 was a big jump in comfort for me.
A 12x6 is not for everybody. Although very comfortable with little or no calf ridge pressure CRP, easily smoothed out while laying on back, drawing both heels to butt and sliding them against hammock fabric as you straighten both legs to your diagonal lay.
Shug illustrates this and many other techniques in his video about calf ridge pressure CRP.
A 12x6 hammock has its own wish list:
Larger pack
Larger tarp
Higher pack weight
And trees that will be hypnotized to the desired longer spacing.
It ain’t for everybody, but it is for me and my comfort!
Marty and his wife Mrs Gallimore, made wonderful gear, that is incredibly durable and with very neat stitching.
Thank Wooooo!