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Post by wondermonkey on Dec 19, 2015 10:00:07 GMT -8
My basic setup for non-buggy areas/times is a Warbonnet Traveler DL 1.7. I use a Kelty Tarp though when it goes away I'll get something lighter. For cold weather I have an Underground Quilts UQ and a down Overquilt that a friend made for me.
For buggy areas/times my friend made me a hammock with an integrated bug net that works real nice.
For straps I use Woopie Slings, tree strap, toggles, etc. Other times a basic strap, depends on what I feel like taking with me.
For flooring I have a piece of blue tarp that I cut. Sometimes I take a very small piece, other times a bit larger.
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Post by wondermonkey on Dec 19, 2015 10:02:06 GMT -8
I think that I'll continue to have a pair of slip ons handy to put on and make a trip in the night if I have too. I can go while in the hammock but I've found I prefer to use the slip ons and get out of the hammock. |
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Post by goruckurself on Dec 28, 2015 8:25:22 GMT -8
I just want to say thanks to all of you. I don't have a tent yet or a hammock. Hell, I haven't been camping since I was in the Army and I would hardly call that camping! None the less, I'm looking at picking up a hammock or 2,3 for my back yard this spring/summer. Putting in a nicer fire pit, going to sink for 4x4 posts in the ground with eye hooks to hang them around the fire pit. I figure they will be more comfy that chairs anyway. None the less, this has led me to thinking about simply taking a hammock with me for an over night. I suspect my wife will prefer a tent as we get into this whole camping/hiking thing but we'll cross that bridge a bit later. More research to do at this point.
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Post by zeke on Dec 28, 2015 8:35:55 GMT -8
Be very cautious with this approach. 4x4s have been known to break, depositing the hanger on the ground. going to sink for 4x4 posts
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Post by goruckurself on Dec 28, 2015 8:56:42 GMT -8
^^then perhaps some 6x6's. Only shooting to have the hammock hanging about 2' off the ground really. Just something cozy by the fire if you will.
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Post by kev138 on Jan 9, 2016 22:48:53 GMT -8
I love my hammock for the comfort and the view. If i hang my tarp high in " porch mode" i can see all around me or if weather looks good leave it in my snake skins and look at the stars. Useful as a comfy camp chair for relaxing also. When I'm in a tent i feel confined and I'm to old to get comfortable on the ground. Also if need be could cook and eat under tarp without getting wet.
I live and camp in Florida so real cold weather is not something I've had to deal with yet, but bugs are. My hammock ( i made it myself) has attached bugnetting so I've got that covered. So far have weathered some pretty heavy summer downpours and stayed completely dry. Unless you make your own gear there isn't really a cost savings over a tent, and if you want lighter gear you gotta lighten your wallet as well. Also unless you spring for a tarp with doors there's a lack of privacy to deal with (not an issue if no one is around).
Can be a bit of a learning curve if you've never used a hammock, but i use it as an excuse to " test my gear" in the back yard (aka take a nap). Wealth of knowledge to ne had at hammockforums.net ( really great people) and the ultimate hang website and nook.
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