hey guys/gals im recently new to the hammock world..just bought my self a HH explorer deluxe zip entry, havent had a chance to try it out yet so any kind of tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated before i get out there and try it out. CHeers.
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hey guys/gals im recently new to the hammock world..just bought my self a HH explorer deluxe zip entry, havent had a chance to try it out yet so any kind of tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated before i get out there and try it out. CHeers.
These videos here are the best way to start. Welcome to HF!
Fronkey
Hi, glad to see another Michigan hammock hanger. I own an Explorer Deluxe Bottom entry.
The first trick is to separate the tarp and hammock body. Having the tarp hooked to suspension lines leads to the tarp sagging when the hammock is loaded.
Quickly switched out the suspension to something simpler. (whoopie slings) This is just personal preference though.
Best thing I can say though is get out and try it and see what works for you and what doesn't. The "tips" above are just what I think makes for a bit better setup. YMMV HYOH and so on.
EDIT: +1 on Shug's videos.
Welcome aboard Moosehead. Where abouts in Michigan ya from? No HH experience here, but I say just stick between some trees and see what happens :) Lots of good folks here, I'm sure someone can help. Anything specific thats got you puzzled?
welcome to HammockForums and hey from high point nc.
there is a ton of stuff here to read, learn and ask about.
if it's hammock related it's here or still waiting to be invented.
hang on and have fun.
home is where your hammock is.
A Whooooo Buddy to you and a sweet hang.
Shug
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Originally Posted by Redoleary
im around the lapeer/davison area. Nah nothing real specific im having trouble with, was just wondering if there is any tips/tricks i should know before i start hanging and sleeping from the trees. i've slept in tents on the ground my whole hiking/camping career, so this is all new to me..but i've browsed around and wow there is a wealth of knowledge here, i hope to learn a lot and i plan on hanging around for awhile :D. CHeers.
hi Moosehead :) I'm a newbie here and to hanging as well, from northern michigan
welcome to both of you we have a great bunch here in michigan come join us on one of the group hangs sometime.
Welcome aboard from another MI hanger.
welcome to the madness from down south on the coast
Hiddy Ho Neighbor. Welcome
As for tips, browse away and most common questions have been asked. The search feature is your friend.
Welcome Aboard....Lots of info here for you to learn from and try to get out to a group hang...See what everyone is doing and pick up tips in person...Sure is a lot of fun...
Welcome to the hanging, from Gadsden,Alabama.
welcome. i know the lapeer area. my girlfriend is from there. the hennesys are nice. tying the not gets to be a pain. it wont be long before you switch it out. go to one of these hangs and these guys will have you knowing everything you thought you would never learn.
Welcome to the froum, from another Michigander! Tons of info here, becareful of information overload.
First thing I did after my first hang with a HH, is switch out the suspension to rings and webbing, then I got a new tarp, then to AHE Chain Link and webbing, then to a WBBB.....Now the HH is a loner to my camping buddies that want to try hanging.
Welcome from another hanging newbie and former Michigan resident!(Oscoda/WAFB)
Hi there! I'm new to the hanging world too. I'm from the flint Lansing area but live in the Upper Peninsula in Marquette. Beautiful woods up there for hanging around. I can't wait to head north for the Fall!
welcome....aren't you already north?Quote:
Originally Posted by bjonesMQT
Wow look at all the michigan hangers, how cool is this. I'm gonna have to show up for the first hang for sure, **** that would be cool to have that many hammocks in one spot.
Welcome to HF from a former Michigander now in Mass.
Welcome to the trees from Winnipeg Canada
This is your one stop shop for all things hammock
Welcome aboard from Florida.