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    Possible cheap synthetic UQ subsititute...

    Saw this in a catalogue this morning
    http://m.gooutdoors.co.uk/hi-gear-sn...ng-pod-p286207

    £30



    Season:2 Season
    Unpacked Size:210cm x105cm
    Fill Weight:250g/m² Monofibre / Polyester mix
    Insulation Type:Synthetic
    Hood:Yes
    Weight:1.6kg
    Stuff Sack:Yes

    once the insulation is doubled (ie used as an UQ) its probably a 3 or 4 season uq at least. All it needs are some tie outs.

    The shape reminded me of:
    £50
    http://www.ddhammocks.com/product/dd-underblanket



    The former is quite a bit heavier but similar size and shape, narrower but a touch longer.
    Last edited by mountainm; 05-21-2014 at 01:09.

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    Looks like a possible solution, if you've got the rest of the hardware lying around.
    If not it might not be worth it.
    A couple of toggles, some 8 mini biners and a couple of meters of shock cord. Dunno but that might add up to 15 or so pound I guess.

    Apart from that, I've got a 135CM wide UQ and happy with it, 125 looks like usable. But I wouldn't be happy with something only 105CM wide.

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    56.4 ounces - that's way to heavy unless you are car camping or hanging in the backyard.

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