ViDEO: Calf Ridge in a Hammock...Solutions & Fixes

[Shug]

Calf Ridge in a hammock can be our nemesis whilst trying to get a comfortable night in our hammock.
I've put together some solutions and some things to try to alleviate calf ridge.
Most of these fixes I learned on here and some just by spending thousands of hours in my hammock.
Hope it helps and gives some insight if you are dealing with calf ridge in a hammock.
All secure in sector seven,
Shug

[Kroma]

I watched the Battle of Calf Ridge starring Shug Eastwood. 100% agree that most can be eliminated with a proper hang angle. Or hangle if you prefer.

[JmBoh]

fantastic video!! ty sir! The foot shove works for me as well as reaching my hand under ma bum and smoothing out the fabric in the center. Takes about 2 seconds. I also learned through experimenting to raise the foot end a bit. My dream hammock I raise it about a foot and my XLC at least 18 inches or more.

[PappyAmos]

I've been hanging for four years now and picked up several things to improve my comfort. Going to watch it again!

Required viewing for Noobs!

Thanks Shug!

[appalachianwanderer]

Enjoyed it, Shug. Lots of great info


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[Afterparty]

Hello Claries

[nathwill]

thanks, shug! this is really timely for me as it's been on my mind since i did my first overnight hang this week.

i did get a fair bit of calf ridge laying in my DL XLC, but making sure my butt was centered instead of having more fabric on my foot-side, doing the foot push, and shifting my angle a bit eventually made it go away. it sounds like most put their foot end even higher than i did, which is something else i'll have to try... i liked how you used the zipper end as a reference for where your head should be, a very convenient way to spot-check your lay.

surprised your seat-pad didn't make an appearance when you were talking about pillows/jackets! i'd been thinking about that as a strategy after running into it the first night.

as always, super entertaining and informative video. bravo!

[Milwaukee Dan]

Great video...lots of good information.

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[kitsapcowboy]

This was a superb, comprehensive instructional video, with myriad techniques delivered with inimitable and easygoing Shug style; it is destined for induction into the Hammock How-To Hall of Fame. Thanks for putting your time and energy into this helpful primer.

[Chesapeake]

Bravo! Well done sir. Well done. ( said in my best British accent)