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    Thanks y'all! :thumbup1:

    Thanks y'all! :thumbup1:
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    Right now I have my stand set up in the bedroom....

    Right now I have my stand set up in the bedroom. I've tried the 10.5' Warbonnet Traveler but couldn't get comfortable. Now I'm using my 11' Dutchware Netless and with a lot of fiddling I've found the...
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    Winter Hanging in Illinois

    Hi, y'all!

    I'm a Hoosier living in Cali and moving to Illinois this month. Is there any good spots within an hour or two of the Chicago suburbs for winter hammock camping?

    I joined an Illinois...
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    I loved camping when I lived in the south, I wish...

    I loved camping when I lived in the south, I wish I knew about hammocks back then. I'm currently on the Left Coast where there is a good hammock scene. Good luck and happy hanging!
  5. The bike is all loaded up and ready to go... see...

    The bike is all loaded up and ready to go... see you tomorrow!
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    The Amok is way too expensive to risk standing on...

    The Amok is way too expensive to risk standing on any portion of it in my opinion. Getting in and out takes some practice, and everyone seems to have their own favorite method. The Amok team put...
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    As Tikker said, the Amok and the Haven require...

    As Tikker said, the Amok and the Haven require two different baffle designs. I tried several different mattresses in the Amok but found the only one that works well is their own Fjol, thanks to the...
  8. Nice! Last time I tried camping in the desert the...

    Nice! Last time I tried camping in the desert the wind was horrible and I hated it. I was using my Amok Draumr with the Tensa, I'm not sure if a gathered end would have made a difference or not. The...
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    Much info to chew on, which I know you've become...

    Much info to chew on, which I know you've become famous for Bill! I've watched all of your videos and already subscribed to your YouTube, too. Thanks for all of your knowledge!
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    Helsdon created the Chrysalis, Eureka stopped...

    Helsdon created the Chrysalis, Eureka stopped selling it and he took over and beefed it up somewhat. I saw your thread, I appreciate your thoughts. I carry my gear on the motorcycle along with the...
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    Yes, I've already researched it along with the...

    Yes, I've already researched it along with the Haven Safari and the Helsdon before I posted. Thanks again.
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    Thanks for responding. I've talked to both Mr....

    Thanks for responding. I've talked to both Mr. Helsdon and the awesome Tensa team and both have been very helpful. At this point I may have to be the first one to give it a try and be the first to...
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    First hammock was a cheap Amazon label hammock I...

    First hammock was a cheap Amazon label hammock I took camping with me a couple of winters ago. Couldn't sleep in the tent so I moved into the hammock at 2 AM and slept like a baby. Ordered an Amok...
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    Helsdon/Chrysalis with a Tensa Stand

    I've become fascinated with the Helsdon hammock and was curious if any of y'all have experience with it or its predecessor, the Eureka Chrysalis, on a Tensa stand.

    Before anyone jumps in with...
  15. I'm in! Just sent you some money.

    I'm in! Just sent you some money.
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    I'm a couple of inches shorter than you and there...

    I'm a couple of inches shorter than you and there are times I feel like it's too short (it isn't, but it feels that way). Keep in mind that although the pad may be 78 inches, the cloth at the head...
  17. The Amok Draumr 5.0 has a weight limit of 400...

    The Amok Draumr 5.0 has a weight limit of 400 pounds, just one more reason to love it!
  18. Wheeler Gorge Campground, Ojai California

    I spent a couple of nights camping at Wheeler Gorge, north of Ojai. Great campground, in the middle of nowhere. A stream ran right by the campsite.

    This is the first campground I've found in...
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    Cambria, CA: A Hipcamp Experience

    This was my first site booked through Hipcamp. I spent a couple of nights at Charan Creek Farm. If you're looking for a KOA or Thousand Trails glamping experience, it isn't for you. If you're looking...
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    I'm a short guy at around 5'7" or 5'8" but I find...

    I'm a short guy at around 5'7" or 5'8" but I find it a bit short too. Mostly because I like to lay with my arms behind my head, I suppose.
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    My Amok Draumr 5.0 is great. You can't see inside...

    My Amok Draumr 5.0 is great. You can't see inside so well but you can see out just fine. 185720
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    I'm a cub at 57, and just discovered hammocks a...

    I'm a cub at 57, and just discovered hammocks a few months ago. I thought I was going to have to give up on motorcycle camping completely, I was tossing and turning all night on my last two trips,...
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    I'm heavy, and with a new store-bought knee, too....

    I'm heavy, and with a new store-bought knee, too. I kept my cheap Amazon hammock low-ish so I could just role out. With the new Amok I set it at chair height and I slide ride out. Still working on...
  24. I can't wait to take mine camping on the bike. ...

    I can't wait to take mine camping on the bike.

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    Putting it into chair mode can help getting in. ...

    Putting it into chair mode can help getting in.

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    It's here! I finally received my Amok Draumr 5.0...

    It's here! I finally received my Amok Draumr 5.0 yesterday. It took a lot of fiddling to get it set up with the Tensa hammock stand, and I still have some fiddling to do, but so far it is fantastic....
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    I'm hoping with the smaller footbox it will be a...

    I'm hoping with the smaller footbox it will be a lot easier.

    BTW, the shipment was just held up in customs in LA. Hopefully it won't delay them much longer.
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    Just got a message that my order is on the way....

    Just got a message that my order is on the way. She said that DHL hadn't picked up anything until today. Shrug. At least I should have my hammock on Monday!
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    I ordered a hammock on the 28th, got the shipping...

    I ordered a hammock on the 28th, got the shipping label notification on the 30th, and then received the exact same reply as you. I sent a follow up this morning. I can only assume that their long...
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    I ordered mine on the 28th, got a shipping number...

    I ordered mine on the 28th, got a shipping number on the 30th, and DHL says they still haven't received it yet. UGH!
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    I like the way you think! I ended up ordering a...

    I like the way you think! I ended up ordering a 12' Gold Armour. It's huge! I also have the extensions on the way from Tensa. Still waiting for my Amok to ship.

    BTW, that link is for tire...
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    Thanks! I know it takes time but I'm excited to...

    Thanks! I know it takes time but I'm excited to give it a try. At least it's giving me time to practice using my new Tensa stand.
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    We love our MyPillow Go Anywhere pillows. Made...

    We love our MyPillow Go Anywhere pillows. Made with shredded foam and super comfortable. I've tried different inflatables and just can't get comfortable with them no matter how much I fiddle with the...
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    I'm still waiting for mine to ship. How long did...

    I'm still waiting for mine to ship. How long did it take to get yours?
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    Thank you, kind sir! :thumbup:

    Thank you, kind sir! :thumbup:
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    They still do. I mentioned that in my post. :)

    They still do. I mentioned that in my post. :)
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    Tarping a Amok Draumr with a Tensa4 Stand

    Hi y'all. I have an Amok Draumr 5.0 and a Tensa4 stand on the way and am trying to figure out the best size and style of tarp for this combination. I didn't order the tarp extensions with my stand,...
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    I went with the standard in olive green.

    I went with the standard in olive green.
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    I just ordered mine. I couldn't resist the...

    I just ordered mine. I couldn't resist the combination of price and features. Plus I'm a big guy and I've worried about putting myself in the hospital with other styles of bug net. I also have a...
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