A little bit late introduction...

**smkymtns** · 03-11-2018, 14:56

I actually joined the forum back in 2012 when I was researching hammocks as a gift for a friend. I ended up getting him a Warbonnet Blackbird based on what I learned here on the forum and he is still enjoying his hammock. About a year ago I decided to pick up a hammock so that I could have a more comfortable setup while enjoying another hobby of mine. My other hobby involves hiking to mountain tops and setting up a small portable amateur radio and antenna. I am often 'playing radio' for several hours before hiking out and a hammock was my answer for the discomfort and stiffness that sitting on the ground (even with various pads) created. What a difference a hammock has made and I now start the hike back to the trailhead feeling refreshed and ready to rock.

Here's a pic of my setup with my radio hanging from the ridgeline (I now have a better looking radio 'leash' made out of spliced lash-it).

Shack on a string on W4C/US-004 - Fork Mountain by Patrick Harris, on Flickr

Pat
Upstate SC

**FakeDavidBowie** · 03-11-2018, 16:21

I wish i had a friend nice enough to purchase me a WBB. Welcome (back).

**Pazerain** · 03-12-2018, 23:41

That looks awesome! What fabric and color is your hammock? That green is absolutely beautiful.

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**Snaps** · 03-13-2018, 03:16

You should check out Ridgeline Media Systems Hangtime Hook...

I have no affiliation with this company, nor have I used their stuff, but people seem to like it. It might work well with your hardware.

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**smkymtns** · 03-13-2018, 11:17

Originally Posted by FakeDavidBowie

I wish i had a friend nice enough to purchase me a WBB. Welcome (back).

Ha! I am not usually that nice...

but he really deserved it for all of the help he had given me over the years.

**smkymtns** · 03-13-2018, 11:20

Originally Posted by efassyawla

That looks awesome! What fabric and color is your hammock? That green is absolutely beautiful.

I think it is just forest green in the wide 1.6 hexon. Definitely looks quite at home in it's native habitat.

**smkymtns** · 03-13-2018, 11:26

Originally Posted by DeltaNu1142

You should check out Ridgeline Media Systems Hangtime Hook...

Thanks! I don't know if it work with the weight of my radio (~3 lbs), but it sure would be nice to be able to change the angle of the radio to avoid glare on the screen. If all else fails, I can always use the Hook in my camping hammock for my phone.

**Snaps** · 03-13-2018, 12:27

Yeah, I just read in that thread that someone was using it for their 1-lb Bluetooth speaker.

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**Lord_Kaos** · 03-13-2018, 12:38

Originally Posted by DeltaNu1142

Yeah, I just read in that thread that someone was using it for their 1-lb Bluetooth speaker.

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Yessir, that's me! The hook seems to be able to handle up to about 2 pounds with the clamp that comes on it. That clamp is attached to a standard size 17mm accessory ball so you can attach any number of aftermarket devices and holders, I feel the hook itself is plenty strong enough to handle a 3lb radio if you used the right mount attachment!

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**Lord_Kaos** · 03-13-2018, 12:40

Originally Posted by smkymtns

I actually joined the forum back in 2012 when I was researching hammocks as a gift for a friend. I ended up getting him a Warbonnet Blackbird based on what I learned here on the forum and he is still enjoying his hammock. About a year ago I decided to pick up a hammock so that I could have a more comfortable setup while enjoying another hobby of mine. My other hobby involves hiking to mountain tops and setting up a small portable amateur radio and antenna. I am often 'playing radio' for several hours before hiking out and a hammock was my answer for the discomfort and stiffness that sitting on the ground (even with various pads) created. What a difference a hammock has made and I now start the hike back to the trailhead feeling refreshed and ready to rock.

Here's a pic of my setup with my radio hanging from the ridgeline (I now have a better looking radio 'leash' made out of spliced lash-it).

Shack on a string on W4C/US-004 - Fork Mountain by Patrick Harris, on Flickr

Pat
Upstate SC

Welcome and that is a pretty awesome past time sir!! I have been working on learning ham radio myself, any pointers or advice?

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