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i won the Trail Lair complete set up at last fall's MAHAA. Was using it at the spring MAHAA last weekend. Super comfortable and loved that the black over cover I left on one side blocked the...

I might be able to swing this. It would all depend on the weather, it's a 3-3.5 drive. Does sound like fun and I would like to try my gear in winter conditions.

I'd be interested. It's not too far of a drive (I drive 5+ hours to MAHAA). Sounds like fun!

Need to put in for the time off. Did I miss an announcement of when it s going to be? I could guess, but don't want to put in for the wrong weekend.

Thanks.

Karen

Nice vid. I have done some of the northern part of that trail, too. It's a very nice trail. I need to go back and finish the rest of it. Just as an aside, my grandfather had an Angus cow farm on...

I have to admit, i had fun showing it off. It did make a great conversation starter.

I won an OutdoorInk tarp kit of my choice at the spring MAHAA. I picked the Starry Night design as I had already bought the matching hammock kit. Ripstop by the Roll, of course, then came out with...

I had a great time. Came early on Thursday, and despite the constant drizzle for two days, it was still better than being at work!
Here is a pic of the (in)famous Ed Lee cooking bacon:
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I've gotten the map of the Manchester area from Green Mountain Club. (It's a very nice waterproof hiking map for $4.95, btw.) That has helped me visualize and your suggestion sounds like a really...

Is that 17 miles to the pond or 17 round trip? Sounds like a good option if it's round trip length.

I am going to be visiting family in Sandgate and Bennington, Vermont. So southwestern Vermont. Anyone have suggestions for an overnight hang with not too long hike in/out? I probably would want...

Add me to the list, looks like I will be able to make it. And iff I get organized, I may be able to finish my new hammock and tarp set in time...

If I can get a couple of days tacked onto the beginning of my already approved vacation, i will be there. It's kind of on the way to where I will be camping for the week starting on Sunday in...

Going to put in for the time off now!

i had so much fun last week! I won the Ripstop tarp kit voucher. I chose the stary night print (to go with the starry night hammock I am going to make). Just got shipping info from RBTR Friday. ...

awesome! I camped with you guys last fall.

I would like to arrive Thursday if possible. Has anyone already reserved a group site for that night that would allow me to camp with them (would pay towards the fee)?

I got mine Monday, but didn't know it was here until Tuesday. No email before, but got an email today saying it had been delivered. :)

Of course we are in the middle of a huge snow storm and I...

I'll be there for my second MAHHA. First one was last fall's. Looking forward to it a lot.

#52 ordered 1.6 in Forest Green (plus a peak shelf). No top cover yet. Might order one later on in the year.

Sounds perfect. I like cooler weather for sleeping outside. I have a 20 degree quilt set, so should be okey dokey.

yay! Just got the time off approved! So what are the temps likely to be in the spring?

Sewing a hammock is super easy, all you have to sew are the side hems and a bigger 2" hem on the ends with 3 rows of stitching. Then you have to decide on suspension, ridgeline, and accessories!

Made my first DIY hammock for my brother for Christmas from Ripstop's Outdoor Ink hammock kit. When I saw the Gadsen print, I knew he would love it. Made a matching double ended stuff sack for it...

Sadly, I don't have a picture of me in it, but was wearing my Shug shirt at the recent fall MAHHA in Pa. While unloading my car, someone commented that "You know you are in the right place when you...

I had a great time at my first MAHHA. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming right off the bat. From Dave pointing out several potential sites and on to all the other wonderful people I met. ...

I did enjoy it. BTW, the purple quilts in the pics are my new Loco Libre down set. I absolutely love them and the craftsmanship is top notch!

Spent 2 nights on the Northville Placid Trail last week. Started at Benson Road access point. Was planning on hiking to Long Lake, but fell 3 times on the second day, so hiked out to the road at...

Just FYI, the Lake Durant campground is closing the shower house after 9/12 for construction. http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24473.html

I ordered the dragon scales and starry night stuff sacks and the Starry Night hammock kit. How ever did you know that is my favorite painting?

Just a heads up for the DIYer that needs needles, a 100 pack of Schmetz Microtex is on Massdrop for $45.99. Five sizes available.

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/24916

Nice blog! Echoes some of what I have been experiencing myself this past year. I've caught the hiking and DIY bugs and have no plans to go back to where I was physically or emotionally. Having...

Welcome form the Finger Lakes!

I've ordered mine as Shug videos were my intro to hammocking. Now I will be able to pass on the Shugness to anyone who sees me wearing the shirt.

yay! Thanks Dutch! I'm sure I will find a good use for it!

Letchworth Trail is an offshoot of the Finger Lakes Trail. Being that it is in Letchworth State Park, the rules are a little more stringent in theory. In Finger Lakes National Forest you can camp...

I have a Hexon 2.4 Dutch Half Wit. Whoopies and tree straps ordered with it from Dutchware.

I think "technically" you are supposed to register at the Porttageville entrance to "reserve" a lean to and register your vehicle. I chose to stealth camp. The whole time I never saw another person...

First splicing project, made a couple of 8 inch continuous loops. Hooked on it and thinking up more projects to make.
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Went to the Letchworth Trail on Monday. Weather was clear and nice, high around 80. Started at the Mt. Morris Dam Visitor Center parking lot and hiked about 5 miles in for a little over 3 hours...

Welcome from the Finger Lakes!

Me too! The set I ordered is Moroccan Blue inner, Deep Purple outer. My hammock is a Hexon Brilliant Blue Dutch half-wit.

well that gives me hope that the 11-12 week wait time when I ordered my quilt set might be a little less. Either way, I am sure they will be worth the wait. But waiting is hard...lol

Link: https://www.dutchwaregear.com/diy-nano-see-um-tarp-sleeves.html

I used the snakeskin kit from Dutchware. Already cut. I did about a 3/4+ inch seam down the length, a channel for cord/cord lock at each end. Easy and quick. It easily fits my 12 foot silpoly...

+1 to this. Read far enough in to where he finds a better bracket. I have the brackets but have yet to buy the bars and get them cut. It's on the to do list...

Well, I got my shipping confirmation already for my Circuit. Ordered it last Friday and it shipped Monday! Expecting it on Friday, so I will have something new to play with come the end of the...

Pulled the trigger and really warmed up the credit card...
Ordered a 20 degree Ghost Pepper and matching 20 degree Habanero. Both with 850 fill, 2 ounces of overstuff, deep purple outside and...

I have this one: http://smile.amazon.com/Vivere-Double-Hammock-Space-Saving-Tropical/dp/B004YJCP7O?ie=UTF8&keywords=vivere%20hammock%20stand&qid=1462716845&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2
It's sturdy and very...

Ok, weight including ridgeline and snakeskin came in at 24.3 ounces. I am happy with that as the tarp is big and provides lots of coverage options.