Its a long thread now and somewhere I read what the poundage pull was on the foot of the tensa 4 when set up and someone in the hammock. I think it was lower than I expected at about 53lbs/25kg
Just...
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Its a long thread now and somewhere I read what the poundage pull was on the foot of the tensa 4 when set up and someone in the hammock. I think it was lower than I expected at about 53lbs/25kg
Just...
Sean Mcc
I saw somewhere on the forum where a guy from Taiwan uses a tree for one end then his ordinary trekking poles and strap to form a triangle the other end to hang from. Pretty low to the...
Thanks for the replies, I initially expected about 50lbs per leg, compressive force. Assuming it would be shared evenly through the four poles. So its the same each end (200lbs) but shared between...
This seems to be thread to ask ask a math question.
If you are say 200lbs weight what would be the expected compression force down each leg of a Tensa 4 frame?
Im curious as I stood one side of...
I see what you mean but still not impossible at 6” x 22.5” this is the size of some tents.
Does it flex much when you use it? Im guessing not as I would imagine all the joins are ferruled.
hutzelbein
Thanks Im trying to imagine bulk because at that weight they might be ok for taking trekking.
What dia are the tubes do you think?
I just discovered this today apologies if its already known but wondered if anyone has any experience of them.
https://crosshammock.com/en/shop/carbon-tree/
I wondered when a carbon version...
Super thanks packman9000 Ill check that against mine.
Can anyone please tell me the wall thickness of carbon bars/poles.
Ive just completed a Grizz Bridge Hammock and 1” hardwood is ok but heavy.
I have some 20mm carbon fibre tubing but the wall...
Thanks Brian,
A build with dims would be very helpful.
Did you add side cat-cuts?
I have been looking a lot on the forum regarding DIY Bridge hammocks and it seems that it may be a bit more tricky than making another gathered end one.
My question is :
For a 2 layer version do...
Ive been reading sldeshowraheem’s posts and thinking about the angle guide lines regarding the peg giving way.
Does a longer line reduce the risk of pull outs? I think it prob would.
How long do...
Got to say your attention to detail is impressive it all looks very professional.
Or knitting fog!
Looks darn good to me, Id be pleased with that.
can’t beat making your own gear.
Thanks chicondaman
I appreciate the reply.
After further digging I think I have found my answers.
The shiny side of the Silpoly is on the inside and the tie-outs similar to the design you...
lm planning a new tarp project similar to the Warbonnet Minifly.
Just not sure how far apart to make the main four tie-outs.
Does anyone know how far apart they are on a Minifly please, they look...
Thanks hutzelbein
Just making sure here as I just want to construct it as Warbonnet do, as did ‘hutzelbein’
I believe they use a french seam.
So is this the correct process?
1 sew wrong sides together.
2 trim off...
Thanks guys, Hutzelbein that info was super helpful.
I know now what I need .
Hi Im making another tarp and this time thought Id try to copy Warbonnet ridge design. Instead of a flat felled seam.
Can anyone help to identify suitable material for the folded binding on the...
If you could do that on a timer for breakfast that would be good!
Not sure myself but looks like condensation of some kind the droplets look to have fallen onto it. Was the inside of the tarp wet? Could condensation under the tarp have migrated to a low spot and...
I really like the principle of this set up.
Just one thing if the hole in the boom stake was Repositioned to say in the middle would that not work better? As it would create a fulcrum thus the boom...
Hi vkennyh how much do all the poles weigh as a pack? Looks very neat.
Sorry to read about your anxiety Latherdome And making videos is something of a skill in itself.
When I posted I wasn’t specifically meaning you and was thinking of purchasers out there. I’m sure...
I do think that some YouTube On the Solo would be good to see and I’m sure would make a lot of difference for potential buyers as there does not seem to be much to see on the system being used.
Thanks Latherdome that’s useful to know.
Does anyone know what the weight difference is between the Trekking Treez and the Solo I’d imagine the carbon wall thickness has to be fairly thick and the differences therefore may not be huge.
Thanks for the reply I see what you mean.
The boom looks very good idea.
So my understanding is (correct me if I’m wrong) if one owns the Tensa 4 then the Tensa solo Can be achieved by using one leg that includes the largest dia tube, But you need the extension to take...
Here is another UK Down supplier I found last year:
https://www.scottishmountaingear.com/down-services/refilling
Pvarley,
I bought this material of Uk Ebay and it's been very good, made two hammocks and an underquilt using the Khaki material.
It looks kind of Gold coloured when you see it. But reasonable...
Just come back to this. I would hope Amazon's stuff is ethically harvested, but I cannot be sure.
I used one pack on a DIY underquilt which is based on the Wookie style, it's fine for my needs prob...
You can get 200gram packs of 900fill goose down on Amazon uk
Cost me £30.0 It's more expensive now than last year but it's there.
Thanks guys I'm guessing the second row of stiching is what holds the binding tape as well.
Can anyone tell me please how a Warbonnet Minifly or Thunderfly ridgeline is sewn?
Looks like they use a tape along the length just wondering if it is flat felled beneath or not.
It looks a nice...
Oops never saw that. Just shows what lockdown does ya!!
Just wonder if others have seen this but looks interesting.
https://youtu.be/Ne2J01h1tZ0
Mabbalentine-
that's a lot of steel thread do you do that for long adjustment?
Just wondering.
Thanks Overland just what I was looking for.
Hi Daveh,
I have an almost identical setup. But sunk my scaffold pole straight into a hole with cement mix.
It's been good for about 5 years now.
Although I set my sacaffold pole straight It does...
Guys can anyone explain how Warbonnet tie off their hammocks.
I think they are turned back on themselves but is there an inner chord in a channel?
I want to try and replicate on a diy hammock....
This guy has some great ideas.
And would reduce chance of sparks for you if you use a long pipe.
https://youtu.be/QeHGDr81XwM
Good luck.
This looks like a great idea is it chunky though? I mean how thick are they?
Love the choice of colours too.
Thanks gents for the replies lots of useful help I'll be trying several of those mentioned.
It's comforting to know there are others who have similar issues.
My down booties have arrived it was -1...
Thanks for the replies guys, just saw a deal on some Exped down socs/booties and ordered a pair not so cheap but warm feet are more important than money right? If this does not work I'm emigrating.
I know as I've go older my feet get cold much more often. (I'm 66 now)
Could not have imagined it a few years ago but there it is.
Trouble is now when I get in my hammock I'm saying to myself 'are...
Well done the options are endless.
Well been reworking this and now have it as a single piece with two slots.
Narrowed the slots a little and the pinch from the hammock holds up fine
It works well and have slept out a couple of...