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Welcome from Lexington. Best BBQ anywhere.

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Welcome from Lexington NC. Let the BBQ war begin.....

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I've seen a $25 hammock. That one is new to me.

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Welcome from Lexington NC. Best BBQ hang in the state.

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I'm not fond of the small tarps either. Check the weather report before you head out. Even a 8x8 Wal-Mart tarp would get you by for awhile. ...

Welcome from Lexington, NC. Best BBQ hang....

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Welcome from Lexington, NC where the ultimate BBQ hang is.

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Hello from Lexington. Best BBQ hang in the state.

I'll agree with the above on the ENO hammock and suspension system. Spend the little extra and get the double nest hammock. Lots more comfy. The suspension is a no brainer set up. I do prefer the...

As for me the suspension systems, I can use all of them I have seen. Kinda can't go wrong. The point that comes out for beginners is that a high end hammock and less quality gear is not a happy...

I have not seen a strap system that I could not use. Yeah I have a favorite. Least important. Next is the hammock. Unfornately I think too many people put money in a high end hammock and try to cut...

Spring/fall hang and expecting weather (rain & wind) and lows of 40*
Rate the impotance: straps, hammock, tarp, under quilt, pad, top quilt/sleeping bag/camp blanket. Which is most important gear,...

I have a Hennessey Asylum Expedition. That model has 2 tabs on each side of the hammock that you can stake out the width of the hammock creating generous room.

I do a lot of afternoon hikes this time of year. Full pack to get in shape. Regular bug out....

Greetings from Lexington, NC. I have a Hennessy Expedition Asylum Zip and a few ENOs. Under/top quilts bugnets etc. Got out today for a short hike/hammock. Might try it again...

Lexington here.

What part of NC are you in?

I would like to try it. Have you been?

Last year I spent 3-4 nights here.
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It's on the Salisbury side. The camping is mainly RV. Saw one tent family and me in a hammock. The food is good on site with a...

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I have 3. Handy when power goes...

Thats one reason like the 10×12 tarp to porch out.

Ever get to Lexington area hollor.

Winter hammock! It's OK to cheat. I take a couple 12 hour hand/body warmers. Place 1-2 inside sleeping gear.
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I try to give myself an hour before the sun sets behind the mountain range to set up...

Go Vols! NC is a hammock paradise. Mountains, trails, beach, lakes, rivers and streams. 4 real seasons. Heck ya need a under quilt, top quilt and bug net on the same day. Don't judge us. Great...

The choce of hammocks are very good. I have the Hennessey aslym zip. I am 5-11 170 #s and sleep on my side also. I have no problems.
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Staying dry: I have 2 tarps. 10×10 silnylon. Very light...

I could not see my 3 year old daughter hammock camping back then. Camp ground camping. 21 now. Tent camping is much better for families with smaller kids. But as kids get older.....
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As for me...

I carry a real camera. Take pictures of the day. Fly fishing, scenery, camp site and nature. I can't wait lay back in the hammock and edit pics. To me It's best part of the hike....

Both.... From time to time hike out for a 1 night stay. I like to car camp or campground near water. Photography & flyfish for s long weekend.

I have my bases covered. (I think) I have the Hennessey poly 10×12. I like the porch set up. Very solid tarp. Then own Etowah 8×10. Silnylon. Lightwieght, well made and packable. Backyard tested the...

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This is one my ENOs with the Ember 2 UQ.

I have a Hennessy and 3 ENOs. Using the ENO Ember 2 UQ. As adverised 50* -- maybe mid 40s with better gear. I am going to buy another Ember 2 to have 2 a second complete system. If you are looking to...

I have the ENO ProNest. Keep it under the motorcycle seat. Mostly used as a chair. The ProNest is discontinued and be bought at a discount. Decent day hammock.

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I use the Walmart 40* mummy bag. Packs down really small. Above the the Sea to Summit fleece liner. Sometimes I take...

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On the HH you can not take it off or leave the net at home. But unzip it on one side. Then you can easily have a seat. It is also a full protection. Not half.

Unzip it on one side, toss it over the side. Actually even in fall winter kinda slows the wind. Another feature on the HH is they have tabs near the shoulder area and have choice to open up the...

I'll agree on the upgrade to the larger tarp. I went with HH with the hex tarp. It's a no fail system to hang properly over the hammock the 1st time. Very sturdy tarp. Gave it the backyard test last...

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Simple answer yes. With Hennessey you can customize.

Last thing. As you gear up. Do the backyard test before you go. Test hang in several areas. Tarps too. Makes for more enjoyable experience. We will what ya need. More cord? Another fastner? Best to...

Let the debates begin. Backpackers generally trade off the size/weight and get a less comfortable hang. The lenght and width is shorter. But more packable. I have several hammocks and one is the ENO...

Hiking & Camp or family Campground? Summer only?

Some people just unzip a sleeping bag as a top quilt. I am going to try a emergency tarp along with a Ember 2 under quilt for added...

My best advice is as you add gear is to give it the backyard test before heading out. Test hanging hammock & tarp from different trees. This month I did back yard test with a new under quilt and...

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Walmart $6. Whistle, Temp, magf glass &...