Hi, guys and girls!
My name is Willem and I'm from South Africa.
I've been lurking and reading and learning a hell of a lot from the forum and I'd just like to say thank you to everyone who made a contribution to this fountain of knowledge!
I recently spent my first night in a hammock and don't mind admitting I froze my #rse off. Guess the sleeping pad thing doesn't work for me. Luckily, I've managed to get hold of a thread injector and - after I've taught myself how to use it - I'm planning to make good use of it. A UQ and tarp are first on my to-do list!
I've been lucky enough to source an Amsteel equivalent in South Africa and have already constructed a set of whoopie slings and a ridgeline. Next project is a pair of continuous loops - I've found that having the whoopies attached to the hammock permanently, make packing a mission.
Lastly, I've built a 3-hammock stand as per Derek Hansen's (sorry I'm not familiar with everyone's handles yet) instructions. I've still to erect the stand, but I'm looking forward to it!
That's pretty much the gist of it. I'm looking forward to learning a lot more and thank you all for having me!
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