My first hammock was single layer. The mosquitos here in the Southeast made a buffet of my back so I bought a double layer XLC. I find it comfortable. I did have to play with the setup until I found...
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My first hammock was single layer. The mosquitos here in the Southeast made a buffet of my back so I bought a double layer XLC. I find it comfortable. I did have to play with the setup until I found...
Goose Feet makes some great gear. Did you ever try the JacksRBetter 'The Nest'. That quilt was made/designed specifically for the bottom entry Hennessy. Also, Arrowhead Equipment makes a synthetic...
I have watched the review. I agree with some things and I disagree with some things. I've also watched a newer episode in which he camps in a hammock in Wintery conditions. I would like to take...
Early weather forecasts for Stanly and Montgomery counties indicate potential winds of 87 mph and snow drifts of 70 to 80 feet! Get those stoves souped up!
Thank you!
Hi Phantom Grappler,
Just a question to educate myself. What is the disadvantage of the Siberian Hitch? Just wondering why you don't just leave it? Thanks in advance.
I think most all gathered end hammocks will have some form/amount of calf-ridge. I have used a Greylock 3 down to 25 F and been very comfortable with an 11' hammock. I have used it with a Hennessy...
Here's a link to Samson's page and the differences they describe between the two:
https://samsonrope.com/arborist/lash-it-zing-it
No country ham!!! That's enough to cause a fellar need 2 Goody powders!
I toss and turn when I'm a 'ground pounder' to quote Blackie Thomas. I prefer the Hammock and I have JacksRBetter topquilts which are 52" wide. If I were buying, I'd buy 55" just because I toss and...
I have an earlier version of the 3/4 JacksRBetter Greylock 3 (3 season of the one that Mr. Emery showed in his video). It did not have a secondary suspension, but it had (4) corner loops already...
Take a loook at the suggestions from the keeper of sector 7.
https://youtu.be/cFHvX56ZKNs
I have no experience with the reflectix. However, I do have experience with a Big Agnes Lost Ranger and Insulated Core air mattress. That's what I used when I was first starting with my Hennessy...
I think Brandon made that enhancement on the XLC 2nd generation. I have the 1st generation and it is not reversible. I think that was a great addition that he made after a year or two of the XLC...
I dont. Check out Blackie Thomas on You Tube. He has several reviews of their products on his channel.
Just saw the announcement on local media:
https://www.montgomeryherald.com/news/article_7a397cb4-be90-11ed-9cb8-eba87a387e3e.html
I've tried the inflatable pillows and just couldn't get past the feeling of lying on a pool raft. If it's Winter and I'm car camping, I tend to use the Thermarest compressible pillow (made from...
I've never seen a Mount Washington in person. I use a Greylock 3 most of the time on my XLC. As I understand, the MW has corner suspension. JRB has a video showing the installation of their full...
Shugemery has several good videos on Youtube about calf ridge and how you can minimize.
I wanted to join you all, but had a work commitment. Is it too early to talk about an overnight in February?
Agreed. With the differential cut, I wasn't sure if it would compress the down. For example, would it compress a 40 degree quilt and still be effective at 50?
Thanks. I know that compressing the down lowers the ability to reduce heat transfer. I didn't know if the differential cut of the hammock would be enough to prevent the down compression.
Gathered end hammocker. Intrigued by the bridge, but haver never seen one in person. If you have a double layer, haver you ever slipped a full length underquilt in between the two layers? ...
I have used both an Arrowhead Equipment foot pad (thin one) and a Thermarest Sit pad. I think I like the Thermarest sit pad better.
I'm cold sleeper as I'm on blood thinner, but I've found success with the cottage made quilts fairly close to their ratings, depending on wind. I've used a Jacks R Better Greylock 3 which they claim...
I don't think so. I think the lay refers to the way the bugnet is sewn onto the hammock body. I have an XLC that is Head Right, feet left, but when you unzip the bugnet from the hammock, the...
I'll use the whoopies in Spring, Summer, and Fall. In Winter, I often just use a slipped backet hitch with the hammock continuous loops.
Question for clarification:
Is this starting at 10 am on Friday the 9th or Saturday the 10th?
Interested.
I have a Wilderness Logics double layer. I believe it is double 1.1. I also have a XLC in the double layer 1.1. I find both comfortable. I tend to use the XLC in the Spring, Summer, and Fall...
:laugh:Thank you!
During my time experimenting with tree swingin', I have discovered two melodies that I absolutely love and can list to over and over. The first one is Mr. Emery singing about those wonderful North...
Thank you
Does anyone make a portable hammock stand similar to the one that Hemmeck used to sell?
If weight were not a concern and I wanted a diamond configuration, I'd be tempted to try a 10x10 square pitched in a diamond configuration. I bet Simply Light Designs would even make one in a...
I just answered the original question. The original post did not specify weight concerns or criteria other than a diamond configuration. The person asked for help and I tried to oblige. People...
I've never used one, but several people have reviews of this tarp on Youtube: ...
I think the Master of Sector 7 demonstrates installing the Hudson River in this video. Should be the same for the Shenendoah.
https://youtu.be/D9N3KkV5Zf4?list=PLahaAdtfX9ZKzSYSBm3mBYSPGHjdyGqsL
Several options depending on your balance of weight and $:
1. If $ is not an issue, buy a TQ rated to that temperature.
2. If bulk/weight is not an issue, the JacksRBetter fleece quilt is a good...
I'm not an expert but I think the term assymetrical refers to the cut/design of the bugnet. If you unzip the bug net off the XLC, you have a simple, gathered end hammock. The hammock body/fabric is...
I only seam sealed the pull-outs on my Superfly and I used the tube that was included. However, I used/use the Permatex Flowable Silicone on my other tarps.
I have a 20 degree full length from Hammock Gear and a 0 degree full length UGQ Outdoors. I have a 3/4" 20 degree JacksRBetter Greylock 3 that I really love for backpacking. I really like the...
I didn't know about sewn options when I bought my first two topquilts about 8 years ago. I bought JRB quilts and used to put a spare sock in the hole in cold weather. Never had any issues. Last...
The shelf is outstanding. In the Winter, I often use a netless hammock. I miss that shelf so much those times.
I've used small pieces of plastic. Until I ordered one from Trailheadz Gear. Nice. I think it will last a lifetime.
I started with the continuous ridge line. After watching Brandon do the setup video on the Superfly I switched to a line on each end. After all, if the manufacturer of the tarp is using a line on...
I started with a 3/4" UQ and had to learn to adjust. It did not have the secondary suspension and I added that and it made a pretty big difference. However, the 3/4 quilt that I use is about 6"...
Condolences to Mr. Smith and his family. I never have met Mr. or Mrs. Smith in person, but have purchased a couple of hammocks and accessories over the years. At each transaction, they were always...
The Thermarest sit pad stays in place really well. I've had the Arrowhead pad roll up on me. I tend to use it for supplemental insulation (those times that I don't do a great job adjusting the...
I'm on old man on blood thinner so I sleep cold. I bought one of the 40 degree Phoenix UQs when the Econ line came out. I used it for Summer Camp in July with the Boy Scouts. Even in July I have...