Georgia Newbie Looking for Help!

**McMoser** · 08-20-2020, 12:24

Hey Everyone,

I have been a hanger for sometime, but I am a complete Newbie to actually caring about my hang. I am really wanting to get better and more proficient in hammocking. I was hoping someone from around the Atlanta area, willing to travel a bit, would be willing to help me get my system and set up fine tuned.

Where I am with hanging:

I have watched several videos: Shug, Dutchware, HG and other YouTuber’s on the subject. I DIY my own CL, Whoopie Slings. Converted my HH BULA. I now have a Palace Tarp 12’ ridge line, I know it sounds excessive but it’s also to cover my dog. An under quilt with cover, need help understanding the set up and correct use.

I know Covid makes things difficult, but it would really help me out to have some in person opinions and to throw around some ideas.

My primary goal is to get as fast and light as possible for backpacking on weekends and breaks between jobs. Also to do a little car camping and fishing trips.

Any pointers would be appreciated.

**Shug** · 08-20-2020, 12:27

I have a whole series on UQs that may give insight...https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...mBYSPGHjdyGqsL
What UQ do you own?
Shug

**McMoser** · 08-20-2020, 12:38

HG Incubator 30 degree full size.

Update:

That video really fixed my view on the foot issue and how far the quilt is from the hammock. Thanks Shug

**Smckinney0031** · 08-20-2020, 13:35

Are you on Facebook? There are quite a few guys from your area, but i can't tag them here

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**Shug** · 08-20-2020, 14:11

Originally Posted by McMoser

HG Incubator 30 degree full size.

Update:

That video really fixed my view on the foot issue and how far the quilt is from the hammock. Thanks Shug

Good deal! Enjoy the hammock quest~~~~
Shug

**McMoser** · 08-20-2020, 16:20

Yes. I am on Facebook, https://m.facebook.com/JamesMoser83
Headed out to Cedar Creek WMA tomorrow for a night or two if anyone is interested. They have some designated camp sites, free with fishing or hunting license.

**cougarmeat** · 08-21-2020, 12:57

Sometimes goals are easier to obtain if they are clearly defined. You might time your current setup - say it’s 5 minutes - then, as you make changes, you can see how much improvement those changes contribute. There are many trade-off’s and only you can make those decisions for yourself. For example, If you just use lightweight webbing and tie knots, you will have a lighter kit. But if you skip the knot tying and use something like daisy chain or webbing buckles, you will have a faster setup.

And speed is relative to weather conditions. 5 minutes setting up your camp on a pleasently warm summer day has a different preceived time than the same duration in pouring rain.

It’s great that you want to get more involved with your setup - more efficiency, more comfort, suitable for a wider range of conditions, etc. My suggestion is to go out and at first do what you are currently doing, but pay a lot of attention to what you feel is missing or needs change. Then those more specific issues can be addressed.

**McMoser** · 08-23-2020, 13:07

Originally Posted by cougarmeat

Sometimes goals are easier to obtain if they are clearly defined. You might time your current setup - say it’s 5 minutes - then, as you make changes, you can see how much improvement those changes contribute. There are many trade-off’s and only you can make those decisions for yourself. For example, If you just use lightweight webbing and tie knots, you will have a lighter kit. But if you skip the knot tying and use something like daisy chain or webbing buckles, you will have a faster setup.

And speed is relative to weather conditions. 5 minutes setting up your camp on a pleasently warm summer day has a different preceived time than the same duration in pouring rain.

It’s great that you want to get more involved with your setup - more efficiency, more comfort, suitable for a wider range of conditions, etc. My suggestion is to go out and at first do what you are currently doing, but pay a lot of attention to what you feel is missing or needs change. Then those more specific issues can be addressed.

Thanks for the words of advice and encouragement. While I have always taken photos of my hangs, I have not really gone back to study them. I also never really took notes of what was needed, missing, or could be done better. After my last camping trip, where I slept awful I must say, waking up stiff in some places and sore in the knees and legs. I discovered this message and realized reviewing my previous hangs that I was consistently making the same mistakes over and over. I will be taking notes from now on and posting photos of my setup for a more direct problem solution method as suggested.

Much thanks for giving me a better approach to creating a consistent setup and overall hang.

**McMoser** · 08-23-2020, 16:42

So I did a simple quick hand up today to test out and note some theories. My trees were 17’ 6” apart , straps were about 6’ 4” as high as I can reach with about 18” off the ground. Straps were about 4 ish feet to get a 30 degree hang. It was much better for the first time, but still bunches up in the neck area. I was laying almost completely flat with shoulder at HH Bula tie out.

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I read some new info about my personal hammock on JacobAllison spread sheet, and a few websites about a rule of 4’ and now I am questioning a few things about my setup all together.

1) At 5’6” and the HH Bula’s 100” length is my hammock a little small to achieve what I am after?

2) If that’s the case, at my height is hanging something longer going to be a huge issue? I would really like to be able to use a 12’ tarp as it is roomy enough for my dog to move around underneath and I already have it.

**McMoser** · 08-23-2020, 16:46

Originally Posted by McMoser

So I did a simple quick hand up today to test out and note some theories. My trees were 17’ 6” apart , straps were about 6’ 4” as high as I can reach with about 18” off the ground. Straps were about 4 ish feet to get a 30 degree hang. It was much better for the first time, but still bunches up in the neck area. I was laying almost completely flat with shoulder at HH Bula tie out.

26B9FAFA-97FA-45E3-AEDF-4AF1D42BE974.jpg

I read some new info about my personal hammock on JacobAllison spread sheet, and a few websites about a rule of 4’ and now I am questioning a few things about my setup all together.

1) At 5’6” and the HH Bula’s 100” length is my hammock a little small to achieve what I am after?

2) If that’s the case, at my height is hanging something longer going to be a huge issue? I would really like to be able to use a 12’ tarp as it is roomy enough for my dog to move around underneath and I already have it.

Hope this fixes upside down photo

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