No I am not abandoning my hammock. But in our new location in central Alberta there are very few trees making the likelihood of going to ground higher each outing.
Has Dutch ever considered a GTG specialized hammock (i.e. a different more rugged material or shell section on the bottom)? Perhaps a d-ring on the outside of the bug net to pull it to poles.
I know it’s kind of a niche thing. Any recommended Dutch gear to help?
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Well.......kinda.
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Molly Mac Gear actually made a hammock specifically for those who often need to go to ground. I’ve never tried it, but I was reminded of it today while surfing.Originally Posted by Hangandy
http://www.outdoortrailgear.com/feat...-bivy-hammock/
There are several companies that already make the combo hammock and tent you describe.
How about just using a ground cloth, or a double layered hammock on a pad? The double layer would help protect the primary inner layer that takes your weight, but I would still want a pad or ground cloth or both under the hammock. Of course, unless you are hyper-tough, you are going to need a pad anyway.
Great info all. I think I’m leaning towards Shug’s approach. Just need to find me some trash compactor bags. The Molly MAC looks pretty good though.
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We had to go to ground one night on the Middle Fork Salmon. We carried Neo-aire pads for such. Used the ground cloth, tarp with hiking poles, and the hammocks for a bivy. The hammock also keeps the pad from slipping out from under you at night.
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How about a dedicated ground sheet that zippers on the Chameleon symmetrical top cover with moonlite? That would be cool.
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Now you’re thinking! Or even with the mesh top.
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