I've always been concerned about that, especially with hammock suspension not necessarily tarp suspension. I try and minimize my hardware, but I also like knots and such. YMMV
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I've always been concerned about that, especially with hammock suspension not necessarily tarp suspension. I try and minimize my hardware, but I also like knots and such. YMMV
How long is your hammock? If it's enough length for your hammock, I'd say go for it.
Here's my thought on the subject. Having been a hammocker for about 5 years now, I have acquired and used quite a bit of gear. I personally own the HG cuben with doors, and while it is a pretty sweet...
I had a dream that my hammock ripped in half once.
Well the tarp doesn't have to be permanently attached. Micro caribiners on the tarp like illustrated above take care of the proverbial wet tarp issue. You can still have snake skins and all, its just...
I have in the past had success in hanging a tarp from my hammock suspension. The key is a 30 degree hang angle and shock cord tensioners on every tie point of the tarp. You can do without the...
The xlc is a nice choice. At 6'2" I can feel your pain in a 10' hammock.
^listen to his first two lines and don't overthink it. Math was never my strong suit though. I personally use a sewn PLUQ and a space blanket if needed for cooler temps. those space blankets work...
I love my XLC. You have made a sound investment for multiple types of weather and conditions ie bugs. Prepare to slip in to bliss, just keep that foot end a little higher and you will sleep soundly....
California and Alabama
Hello to my fellow hangers. I've been hanging for about 4 years now and have learned quite a bit from this site, just never joined. I probably hold the record for longest "lurker" for HF ever. I have...
Anyone who owns a hennessey that hasn't upgraded uses their "figure eight knot". My first DIY hammock still has 6mm rope with which I use a truckers hitch with a "safety half hitch" to hang myself up...