I want a detachable bug net for my hammock. Are there any macgyver ways to do this without having exactly the right length zipper with start/end points (like what is on the bottom of a jacket). I want to use just a plain length of regular zipper (which is cheaper). I can't think of any ways to do this, but i thought I'd ask.
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I think you would need something to stop the zipper on either end to keep it from coming undone randomly
You could leave the zipper as it is and simply install the slider(s) each time as if you were making a closed-both-ends zipper. You would need to leave maybe an inch of zipper beyond the stopping point and be very careful to not zip or unzip all the way to the end. It would be a good idea to put some sort of glue on the ends of the zipper (staying away from the coil) to keep it from fraying. The down side- it can be frustrating sometimes to get a slider onto the zipper tape, or you could accidentally lose it. If you're only going to do this a couple times a year it might work ok. Also you could place a small safety pin as a stopper at the end and remove when zipping all the way off. P.S. I haven't tried this.
Is this the kind of thing you are looking for?
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make a Fronkey
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I used to have a bridge w/2/3 bugnet - I used clothespins (wonder clips would be better - more strength) on a trip to add full coverage. No bugs with no sewing!
** I did this because I was going to try this hammock for a last minute trip and had no time to add full netting
2nd the fronkey. Even simpler, is sew two panels of noseeum together, sewpockets into each corner, drape the whole thing over your ridgeline, and fill the pockets with stones.Originally Posted by boca1
Personally I prefer a fronkey over any other option, including a zippered net.
Nanoseem and rocks, like mentioned above. It is by far the easiest to deploy, or get in/out
Looking at it, youd think it wouldnt seal well enough. Perhaps in the deep south marshes it dosent, but iv never had an issue in the north east.
This is what you're looking for.. I've done it a few times, so let me know if you need or want help.
A while back Tacblades posted a tutorial on how to make a DIY separating zipper using standard (inexpensive) #3 coil. I used this technique to add a fully detachable double sided, two way zippered bug net to my HyperD hammock. It works a charm. You can make the start/stop of each side anywhere along the zipper tape you want or have to. I used the same technique to later add a short, half bug net (Half Wit style) to the same hammock, using scraps of zipper tape.
It isn't quite as easy as zipping up your jacket, but it is certainly something I can and have done in the field. I can count on two hands the number of times I have use a bug net. The half and/or fully detachable is the best option for me.
Yes, my pack weighs 70lbs, but it's all light weight gear....
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