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Post by rodwha on Feb 18, 2016 12:34:22 GMT -8
It seems a hammock is a great way to stay out of the elements and away from critters, as well as negating the need to find level ground and clear it. But how does one stay warm in the winter without a bunch of bulk and weight compared to a sleeping pad?
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Post by trinity on Feb 18, 2016 12:48:15 GMT -8
Have you been to Hammock Forums? You will find tons of information on the subject there (in the Bottom Insulation section). You can, of course, just go with a sleeping pad. Most seem to find an underquilt more comfortable and with better coverage (I don't yet have one). A 20 degree underquilt is certainly bulkier and heavier than the lightest pads, but not by all that much. You can also get a hammock with an integrated cover (eg, the Hammeck Envy). |
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Post by rodwha on Feb 18, 2016 14:14:45 GMT -8
I have not. Thanks for the heads up!
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Post by tigger on Feb 18, 2016 15:17:20 GMT -8
I have hammocked in winter a few times. Personally, I find it entertaining but don't recommend it. Between wind, the extra layers needed, snow load on the hammock, etc....it's just not worth it in my opinion. I spend my winters on the ground and the rest of the year swinging between two trees (unless above treeline).
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Post by trinity on Feb 18, 2016 16:47:39 GMT -8
I have not. Thanks for the heads up! It's a great and very active site. The amount of info can be a bit overwhelming, but definitely start here. Don't overlook the two subforums at the top, they contain a lot of information on underquilts and pads. I have hammocked in winter a few times. Personally, I find it entertaining but don't recommend it. Between wind, the extra layers needed, snow load on the hammock, etc....it's just not worth it in my opinion. Have you tried using a winter tarp, something like this? |
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Post by tigger on Feb 18, 2016 18:25:46 GMT -8
Have you tried using a winter tarp, something like this? I have not. That is interesting and would make a difference in my experience... |
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Post by reuben on Feb 18, 2016 19:43:10 GMT -8
I'm not a big hammock person myself, but several tarps by reputable manufacturers have doors like the one trinity referred to. They can be opened or pulled back for ventilation when the wind/rain/snow/sleet/hail isn't blowing.
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Post by ashepabst on Feb 19, 2016 7:12:45 GMT -8
your assessment is correct. you're gonna need more and bigger gear to hammock in the winter... tarps with doors, maybe a "sock", an underquilt. underquilts take practice to get adjusted correctly.
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