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  1. I'll add #3 : if your Tarp does have some...

    I'll add #3 : if your Tarp does have some stretch. your guylines still stay tight.

    I tie bungee cord into my 1.5 mm dyneema lines like Shug does here at 7:49 https://youtu.be/4GQPY5BuyPI , though...
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    If I'm in my hammock and lightning hits one of...

    If I'm in my hammock and lightning hits one of the trees, do I get executed? I'm not aware of any data on the subject, so this is just me theorizing: To get me, the path has to be from one tree,...
  3. Thread: Mosquitoes

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    Hammock camped for many PA Summers, here's my...

    Hammock camped for many PA Summers, here's my experience with keeping unbitten in a hammock:

    Using a Single layer, untreated hammock: I got bit LOTS, would rather sleep in the car.
    Using the...
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    Welcome to HF, Brawny Tried the Hennessy...

    Welcome to HF, Brawny

    Tried the Hennessy lashing. Hated it. Never tried the descender rings myself but it works well for many.

    I used the supershelter & reflecting pad on my HH for years in...
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    I started with an Expedition, which is the same...

    I started with an Expedition, which is the same dimensions at the Hyperlite. It's a great hammock and a great starting point.

    I eventually upgraded the suspension (it's not hard) and got a bigger...
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    I'd say that about sums it up188107 FWIW, I went...

    I'd say that about sums it up188107 FWIW, I went nuts comparing these two tarps and realized it didn't make much difference and went with the Thunderfly (I'm quite happy with it, btw.) Of course then...
  7. Here's sort of a mini guide to camping Harriman...

    Here's sort of a mini guide to camping Harriman http://www.myharriman.com/the-lean-tos-of-harriman-park/ It's a great starting point. Be aware that Harriman has some flat trails and some steep...
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    I get it: Before you can get a feel for a proper...

    I get it: Before you can get a feel for a proper setup, you have to set it up properly, which takes either a lot of hit and miss some sort of measurement.

    The two longest lines I carry are my...
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    Iceman nailed my setup. The most "bang for your...

    Iceman nailed my setup. The most "bang for your buck" is probably using Dutch Stingers for a ridgeline with 1.75mm dyneema lines, though it works with 2 mm lines as well....
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    I'm a knot guy, but I think bling has it's place....

    I'm a knot guy, but I think bling has it's place. Whoopie hooks connect my whoopies to my continuous loops. There are stronger ways, but I switch suspensions often and this makes my life easier.
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    No risks. It's basically engineered sand. The...

    No risks. It's basically engineered sand. The roundness gives it the reflecting qualities.
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    The shelf is amazingly handy. The tie outs keep...

    The shelf is amazingly handy. The tie outs keep the bugnet high up and out (ie away from from my face) The footbox really helps me find my lay fast.
  13. +1 on Line Locs Had the same revelation using...

    +1 on Line Locs

    Had the same revelation using Zing-it at 2:00am in a thunderstorm. Had to search a little but I found Line lock hooks for my tarp's tieouts....
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    LOL, that's how it starts.

    LOL, that's how it starts.
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    [QUOTE=nanok;2058974]this is most distressing. ...

    [QUOTE=nanok;2058974]this is most distressing.

    i have no need for any special guyline rope, i'm fine with various options i can find locally as long as they are not offensive to deal with when it...
  16. Uninjured, I'm enjoying the heck out of this...

    Uninjured, I'm enjoying the heck out of this thread so thank you. You've got awesome advice about tying to a tree and I assume that you're hanging a bear barrel either because it's not bear resistant...
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    Welcome Prophet. I think you'll enjoy your...

    Welcome Prophet. I think you'll enjoy your upgrade quite a bit

    1. Not all that critical. I run them out to my tarp stakes. Not much tension: Take out the slack then an inch two for tension.

    2....
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    You CAN get trekking pole strong enough to hang...

    You CAN get trekking pole strong enough to hang from if you like: https://www.tensaoutdoor.com/product-category/trekking-treez/
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    OF COURSE Shug has a video on this topic. Shug...

    OF COURSE Shug has a video on this topic.

    Shug gathers the tribe's knowledge, adds to it and preserves it in the form of awesome videos. I'm not sure if Bard or Shaman is a better description of...
  20. Thread: Backpack Size

    by JPCPAT
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    I remember going a bit nutty with research on...

    I remember going a bit nutty with research on this subject. Most backpackers use something in the 55-65L range. I went to the bigger end with a 65L Gregory Baltoro because I like a few luxuries....
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    Jacks R Better ships from stock, so they might be...

    Jacks R Better ships from stock, so they might be your best bet. My UQ is their Mt Washington & I love it. https://www.jacksrbetter.com/product/mt-washington-3-underquilt/
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    Some bungee cords sure does help with tarp...

    Some bungee cords sure does help with tarp flapping, but if you're worried about the bungee snapping there is a way: Tie the bungee into the cord so if the bungee snaps, the line will still hold....
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    First off: Welcome to the boards, Cdn_Nick AFIK...

    First off: Welcome to the boards, Cdn_Nick
    AFIK
    # 1 is called a long bury splice. It's strong, but you need to stitch the bury to keep the splice from sliding apart without tension. Amsteel is...
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    Some good options here, but venting your...

    Some good options here, but venting your Katabatic on those night ought to be enough for those warmer nights. Below 70 or so, the footbox (20 deg JRB) keeps my feet warm. By the time it's 50, it's up...
  25. From 80 right down to freezing, you really can't...

    From 80 right down to freezing, you really can't beat the Supershelter. A fleece blanket under me takes it to a warm and toasty 20 or so.
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    Still love my whoopies! I'd probably love straps,...

    Still love my whoopies! I'd probably love straps, too.

    Straps are a little simpler, but bulkier. HYOH
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    I hang my WBBBXLC from my Tensa4 a lot. The first...

    I hang my WBBBXLC from my Tensa4 a lot. The first time you set it up, you'll probably fiddle with it a bit the first time to find the sweet spot.

    Noting the measurements if you're going to switch...
  28. Without any air, your pad is essentially a space...

    Without any air, your pad is essentially a space blanket. Good vapor barrier, no real insulation.

    :laugh:Also, never use and R rated pad. If kids are around, use the G rated pad. If you have real...
  29. It works, but you will need the tarp extensions...

    It works, but you will need the tarp extensions FLTurtle linked to183502 This is my car camping rig, a WBBBXLC on a Tensa4 stand with a JRB 12 X 10 Tarp. Never parked a bike under there, but I have...
  30. That's how I do it, and it works great. Camping...

    That's how I do it, and it works great. Camping near me can involve some pretty big trees, so I carry an extra 5 footer for when a plus sized tree is in just the right spot.
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    Enjoy your thru hike! Things to consider for...

    Enjoy your thru hike!

    Things to consider for your hammock setup:

    Not everyone uses a pillow, but you might want to at least try it out.

    If you're planning to connect the whoopies to the...
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    Yup, I've done it and a Becket hitch works great.

    Yup, I've done it and a Becket hitch works great.
  33. Thread: Mt Washington 3

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    Have hung with that particular quilt under a...

    Have hung with that particular quilt under a Hennessy and a WBBB down to around freezing: Kept me toasty warm.
  34. 1) Have definitely tripped hard on a guyline...

    1) Have definitely tripped hard on a guyline without ripping the tarp. Yes, I think a little give from tensioners helped. I'm not crazy about having shock cord as a failure point, either, so I tie...
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    +1 on Lawson's Apex stakes (out of stock at the...

    +1 on Lawson's Apex stakes (out of stock at the moment) https://lawsonequipment.com/Apex-Tent-Stakes-p1118.html They'll hold in just about anything, I've used them in everything from rocky soil that...
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    I've done all 3. Tacoing my Tensa didn't happen...

    I've done all 3. Tacoing my Tensa didn't happen til this passed weekend. I slid waaaaay up into the peak so I could reach out and close the Tarp doors. Later I did it again. Other than the tent stake...
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    Fully drawn up, a dutch toggle will work, but the...

    Fully drawn up, a dutch toggle will work, but the toggle is a bit short to easily form the hitch at first. You do get the hang of it, but for the first few times, I formed the knot around a tent...
  38. Thread: Under-quilt?

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    I want to introduce you to Shug. He's a long time...

    I want to introduce you to Shug. He's a long time hammocker, backpacker, a member these forums and has a fun video on just about everything hammocking Here's his underquilt playlist. It's better than...
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    I've replaced the space blanket with Bubble pad...

    I've replaced the space blanket with Bubble pad and it works well. The bubble pad isn't as flexible as the space blanket, so I had to reach outside and sort of mold the bubble pad to my butt. A few...
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    I would tie a loop and use a prusik knot ...

    I would tie a loop and use a prusik knot https://www.animatedknots.com/prusik-knot
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    It sounds like either you want doors (and should...

    It sounds like either you want doors (and should get them, then) or you haven't seen the right tarp yet. You can get a tarp with removable doors and Hex tarps with "beaks" If you like a hex tarp but...
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    I'll join the group surprised about 7/64 failing....

    I'll join the group surprised about 7/64 failing. Doesn't matter if you're a big guy, most hammocks would fail before the whoopies. Still, if 1/8 makes you sleep easier, then I say go for it.

    I...
  43. The tensahedron stands LOOK like some sort of...

    The tensahedron stands LOOK like some sort of impractical magic trick for engineers, but they're not. They're rock solid. From a DIY perspective, they're simple and cheap. Home depot has everything...
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    You're carrying a lot of extra weight that way....

    You're carrying a lot of extra weight that way. If you're alone, then why aren't you part of a team to begin with: Two to a hammock, and all you need is 1 underquilt for 2 teammates: Part of you will...
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    I used some leftover Amsteel to make CLs just for...

    I used some leftover Amsteel to make CLs just for the Tensa 4, and use a toggle to connect the Hammock CL to the Stand CL. Not a custom length, just take another loop around he stand. Not super...
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    I use Line Loc 3's year round. I really am a knot...

    I use Line Loc 3's year round. I really am a knot guy, but the hardware is just so much easier. No issues with gloves. I did have a freezing rain freeze solid overnight last year with no issues, and...
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    I use Tensa's tarp extensions on a T4 and they...

    I use Tensa's tarp extensions on a T4 and they work like a dream. https://www.tensaoutdoor.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Tarp-extension-1.2.pdf , but you could DIY something similar . I use a 12 ft...
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    Unraveling like that "could" be from a...

    Unraveling like that "could" be from a manufacturing defect, but most likely the factory just didn't burn the ends right. You could just cut off the frayed bit and reburn.

    It sounds like you've...
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    Lawson's a no ******** kinda guy. He called some...

    Lawson's a no ******** kinda guy. He called some behavior out. Nothing objectionable but the Forum has an "If you can't say something nice" rule when one vendor talks about another.
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    Welcome Alabamahiker3322: I have the same hammock...

    Welcome Alabamahiker3322: I have the same hammock and use the SuperShelter. The undercover is silnylon and effectively windproof. With the stock diamond tarp staked down, I got about 95% wind...
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