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    Question Winter Darien?

    Hypothetically, would there be any engineering issues associated with building a cold-weather variant of the DH Darien hammock with a solid fabric top cover instead of a bug net?

    It occurred to me that the Darien, with its one-sided zipper, might be the perfect platform for an ultralight dedicated winter camping hammock that packs small, using a permanently attached fabric top cover and (perhaps) a small asym vent for views and ventilation at the vertex nearest the occupant's face.

    Obviously, this would be a specialized camping hammock, but that is the beauty of Dream Hammock's customization.

    Thanks for your consideration.
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    We just sent one out the door yesterday and have built others like this in the past.
    https://www.dreamhammock.com/order_d...tml?order=6233



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    Quote Originally Posted by PapaSmurf View Post
    We just sent one out the door yesterday and have built others like this in the past.
    https://www.dreamhammock.com/order_d...tml?order=6233



    That’s a gorgeous hammock!

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    The Smurfs are on top!
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    Thanks
    This one's kind of a good news, bad news deal.

    Bad news - The first time, I accidentally cut the cover as a right lay and had to reorder the fabric for a second try.

    Good news - I now own an extra 10ft right lay overcover already cut. I'll offer it to a few people and if they don't take it I'm gonna build one for myself.

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    That's extraordinary!
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    Sweet looking hammock, love the color combo!

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    very nice looking hammock

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    For the first time in 10 years I’m seriously considering a new hammock. This is calling my name!! It seems perfect for what I need.


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    Quote Originally Posted by KnotHere View Post
    For the first time in 10 years I’m seriously considering a new hammock. This is calling my name!! It seems perfect for what I need.
    If we can help you in any way, just let me know.

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