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    Why not save $5 and get the 1.3mm for $15? ...

    Why not save $5 and get the 1.3mm for $15?



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  2. How about on the ground under your hammock? ...

    How about on the ground under your hammock?

    You could pack a tarp small enough to get all your gear on in it, or large enough that you could also fold the tarp over your gear to cover it.

    Sent...
  3. Your timing is perfect - I spoke with my brother...

    Your timing is perfect - I spoke with my brother about this earlier today. We're headed out for 2 weeks to Maine and Nova Scotia in early July.

    It's more a moto trip than a hammock camping trip,...
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    Very interesting! And I really appreciate the...

    Very interesting! And I really appreciate the close up photo. I like the idea of a single attachment per side rather than one for each guy line.

    I'm taking a 2 week moto trip this summer. I have...
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    LowTech, Your pole guy lines appear to join...

    LowTech,

    Your pole guy lines appear to join together before attaching to the pole.

    Why for?
    How are they joined?

    Thanks for all your photos and commentary on this forum.

    Sent from my...
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    I'm not fond of turtle dog stands, but that is...

    I'm not fond of turtle dog stands, but that is one fine looking rig! Love the mast poles. I have 12 of those - I need to decide what to do with them...

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    Doesn't quite telescope all the way down, but...

    Doesn't quite telescope all the way down, but still fits in the bag.

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    WP1 - I leave the apexes and all cordage of my...

    WP1 - I leave the apexes and all cordage of my Tensa4 connected. Makes for a quick and reproducible setup. I often use just 1 tarp extension to elevate my foot end which allows me to walk in, stand,...
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    Tensa Outdoor: packs to 20″ long and about 6″...

    Tensa Outdoor: packs to 20″ long and about 6″ around...

    I can confirm. Photos show Tensa4 + 4 stakes + 2 tarp extenders + 2 Solo feet + interior tarp poles + 16 tarp stakes + all stand cordage...
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    Tensa 4. Packs down small. Repeatable setup...

    Tensa 4.
    Packs down small.
    Repeatable setup after a learning curve.
    Weighs ~15 lbs.

    I can't say enough good things about it.


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  11. Clyde - who makes that chair? I like the simple...

    Clyde - who makes that chair?
    I like the simple solution to be prevent dining into the bog.

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    Cmoulder - really enjoyed this video. I've heard...

    Cmoulder - really enjoyed this video. I've heard descriptions of folding, but there really is no substitute for seeing it with my own eyes. Super helpful. I'm going to give it a go. Looking forward...
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    Me too! I succumbed to the urgency instinct with...

    Me too! I succumbed to the urgency instinct with only 6 left in the shop and grabbed a pair. Definitely curious.

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  14. Hey BillyBob58 - if you like headroom like me I...

    Hey BillyBob58 - if you like headroom like me I strongly encourage the tarp extenders.

    (I actually made my own for fun. I think it cost darn me darn near the same. The commercial product is far...
  15. I'm intrigued by these mysterious straps. Looking...

    I'm intrigued by these mysterious straps. Looking forward to your report out!

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  16. FS: I'll take them both Sent from my Nexus 5X...

    I'll take them both

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  17. This was a fun one! Motorcycle trip from Chicago...

    This was a fun one! Motorcycle trip from Chicago to Mississippi headwaters in MN, down to the Gulf coast in LA, back to Chicago in 9 days. I had my Tensa4 with me but was determined to hang from...
  18. I use 12' Kevlar 1.9 straps to hammock loops via...

    I use 12' Kevlar 1.9 straps to hammock loops via becket hitch, but carry UCRs for extra length. When I need the UCRs they sure are nice to have.

    The 1.9 roll up too much for my taste. I intend to...
  19. Hey Eddy, no apology necessary. You're asking...

    Hey Eddy, no apology necessary. You're asking relevant questions. I didn't intend to squash your curiosity or any helpful feedback. Hearing what other folks do can be super helpful. I really just...
  20. There are so many variables involved it's almost...

    There are so many variables involved it's almost impossible to determine the right continuous loop length for someone else. Hammock height off the ground, head and foot clearance from the respective...
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    I have 1 inch and 2 inch kevlar 1.9 straps and in...

    I have 1 inch and 2 inch kevlar 1.9 straps and in my use they both roll up. Narrower is worse than the wider, neither anywhere near as bad as UHMWPE. I don't care for the 1.9 kevlar due to the...
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    Hey bgr - good call, I'm on Tapatalk pretty much...

    Hey bgr - good call, I'm on Tapatalk pretty much exclusively. I didn't think to check via browser.

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    Yep. I've had the same problem with a bunch of...

    Yep. I've had the same problem with a bunch of posts from cmoulder. He is wise - I don't like missing out on his offerings.


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    I set mine up at 10' for an 11' camping hammock....

    I set mine up at 10' for an 11' camping hammock. Height is 5'. The mat underneath is 9'x6'.

    My Mayan hangs too low for my taste across a 10' span so I expand the frame by one foot with an...
  25. Though I made my own tarp extensions I suffered...

    Though I made my own tarp extensions I suffered similar frustrations as others here in getting them dialed in.

    I use an 11' hammock and 11' tarp.

    For me, one thing made the extensions setup...
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    There's a lot to like about that setup. I have...

    There's a lot to like about that setup. I have the same among my suspension collection. (Never thought I'd have a collection. Sheesh.)

    Two things I don't care for: 1) they stretch more than I...
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    Bump. Hoping for help... Sent from my Nexus...

    Bump. Hoping for help...

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    Bump. Looking for a little luck... Sent from...

    Bump. Looking for a little luck...

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    Warbonnet Wooki 20* Reverse Lay

    Anyone got one?

    Any color, I'm not picky.
    A long shot, I know.
    I'm starting a 10 day trip in MN on October 9.

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    At 190# I'm comfy with a range of fabrics so far....

    At 190# I'm comfy with a range of fabrics so far.

    I have a 1.0 something from SLD and I find it very comfortable for sleeping with my head flat or slightly tilted back. I find it less comfy for...
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    Hey Saltfly - what's your anchor of choice when...

    Hey Saltfly - what's your anchor of choice when you're Soloing at the beach?

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    I experienced the same type of foot issue when I...

    I experienced the same type of foot issue when I started hanging. I found a small pillow under my knees helps. However, the more I slept in a hammock the less of an issue it was. Now, I only use an...
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    Hi Muggins, I have a Tensa4 to sell. I can...

    Hi Muggins,

    I have a Tensa4 to sell. I can include both UCRs and straps. (I have another Tensa4 that I'm keeping for which I make my own connecting lines.)

    The Tensa4 for you is the version...
  34. I use a Celtic knot slider in my mini-ucrs and...

    I use a Celtic knot slider in my mini-ucrs and spliced eyes that connect to button knots. I like that they have a little vertical heft compared the the flat/horizontal whipping knots. It gives me...
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    Hi Crawldaddy - pulled out my Ridgerunner to...

    Hi Crawldaddy - pulled out my Ridgerunner to review all the bits. While I had it out, my brother laid claim. Ha! I'll have to withdraw and find other means to acquire an XLC. Appreciate your...
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    Out of curiosity, why the interest in this type...

    Out of curiosity, why the interest in this type of reveal?

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    Right! Let's take inventory, do a little cost...

    Right! Let's take inventory, do a little cost comparison, and see how this swap might play out. When I get home Monday, I'll pull out my Ridgerunner setup and we can talk specifics.

    Sent from my...
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    Aw, dang! I was sorely tempted until head left,...

    Aw, dang! I was sorely tempted until head left, foot right. Good luck!

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    Yarome - out of curiosity, how long are your...

    Yarome - out of curiosity, how long are your huggers that cover your needs for such a large range of tree sizes?

    I like the simplicity of my 15 ft straps that I Becket to my continuous loops, but...
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    Hey mab0852 - I'm interested in that spreadsheet...

    Hey mab0852 - I'm interested in that spreadsheet you mentioned. Please to share?

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    I purchased this hammock direct from WB this past...

    I purchased this hammock direct from WB this past spring. Can't find the original stuff sack, but I'm happy to include the one that's pictured.

    Forgot the straps at my girlfriend's place. I'll...
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    Hi Crawldaddy, I have a single layer XL 11' in...

    Hi Crawldaddy,

    I have a single layer XL 11' in charcoal gray. (Their newest fabric is amazing.) I've only spent a couple of nights in it, indoors only.

    WB straps included. I'll take a photo of...
  43. My stand is 10' EMT. I weigh 190#. No problems....

    My stand is 10' EMT.
    I weigh 190#.
    No problems.

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    Freebird? Pretty please? Sent from my Nexus...

    Freebird? Pretty please?

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    Bump for a birdie. Sent from my Nexus 5X using...

    Bump for a birdie.

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  46. I've done 2 things to minimize hang distance. ...

    I've done 2 things to minimize hang distance.

    1) I connected each apex of my stand with a 4" length of amsteel with a knot on each end. I attach the evo loop on my hammock to the knot facing the...
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    Hey, bigd, appreciate the offer, but I'm going to...

    Hey, bigd, appreciate the offer, but I'm going to hold out hope for a single layer. Thanks!

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    Freeeeeebiiiiiiird!

    Making the cottage vendor rounds as I sort out what works best for me before making a larger, more permanent purchase.

    A Dream Hammock Freebird is next.

    11' only, please.
    Width not critical,...
  49. dorkusprime - love the user name. Thanks for...

    dorkusprime - love the user name.

    Thanks for sharing your rig and insights. How's that shade cloth work for you? Care to share any pros/cons or likes/dislikes?

    I've thought about getting one...
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    I've always been a 100% side sleeper in a bed. ...

    I've always been a 100% side sleeper in a bed.

    I slept on my side in a bridge hammock, but wasn't able to bend my legs enough due to its relatively narrow width.

    Then, I slept on my side in an...
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