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    Is the search engine down?

    Trying to find an old thread I started. When I do the advanced search for anything with my user name in it I come up with no matches????
  2. Thread: Whoopee slipping

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    Thanks! I'll give it a try.

    Thanks! I'll give it a try.
  3. Thread: Whoopee slipping

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    I've double checked the JRB site, and it looks...

    I've double checked the JRB site, and it looks right. To tighten I pull the bury through the constrictor towards the tree. On all set ups other than the JRB, it looks like they are designed so that...
  4. Thread: Whoopee slipping

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    Whoopee slipping

    Just hung with my jrb whoopee for the first time. It's very slowly slipping to the point where I fall/decend a couple of feet overnight. Any suggestions that will help it stay tight?
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    OK. Thanks for the feedback. Given that I own a...

    OK. Thanks for the feedback. Given that I own a HH, I guess I'll try something else. If I narrowed it to the WB or the BMBH, which would you buy?
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    Warbonnet vs Explorer UL vs BMBH????

    I've got a HH Hyperlite. I'm 6'0 195lbs. I enjoy it, but I struggle sometimes with the hyperextension of my knees. Wondering if moving to a longer hammock would solve that.

    I prefer to sleep on...
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    I smell a Ho Ho Ho in my future. Thanks!

    I smell a Ho Ho Ho in my future. Thanks!
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    JRB Complete Hammock Suspension System?

    I have a stock HH Hyperlite, and I'm looking to upgrade the suspension. I'm not into DIY, and I've had great experience thus far with JRB. I want something quick, easy, that hopefully requires less...
  9. Thread: JRB 4 season set

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    thx

    Thanks! Went out this weekend and my toes froze! Guess I should have practiced the adjustments more at home before I went.

    The two quilts were sagging at each end. I guess I needed to cinch...
  10. Thread: JRB 4 season set

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    JRB 4 season set

    If using two underquilts do you have a suspension line for each quilt, or do you hook both quilts to the same line?
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    Newb question on tree huggers

    If the tree's diameter is such that I can wrap the tree huggers around it 1 1/2 times, do you do that (and lash the rope against itself)?

    Alternatively I could just have the huggers go behind the...
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    BPL - love it!

    BPL and this site are the two greatest things that have happens to my hiking/backpacking/camping experience. This one has taken care of all the hammock issues, and BPL has helped me restructure my...
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    Pad for just in case??

    I was blessed to get a great deal on a used 4 season set of JRB quilts. I have one of the GG 1/4 inch wide pads. I'm about to buy a frameless pack, and would like to change to the Nitelite 3/4 or...
  14. GG 1/4" Thinlight Wide - how do you carry this thing???

    Benn trying out the pad in the backyard - love it! Eliminates the need for the under quilt in mild temps, and I'm sure it will let me go pretty low when added to the UQ. Finally going into the...
  15. Thread: GG 1/4 wide pad

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    How big is your backpack?

    I've got one of the wide pads also. Works great (in my backyard!). I've finally finished buying the rest of my UL gear, and it's time for the backpack. To those of you who are lining your backpack...
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    OK, help me out

    I thought I needed to put one of them on each of the four corners of my MacCat Standard. I've already bought them, but I don't want to put any more on than is necessary.

    I envisioned tying one to...
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    Aircore Nano w/ JRB tensioners

    I already have the Aircore Nano guylines w/ adjusters on my tarp and I really like them. I'm wondering if I can put the JRB tensioners on to help eliminate the stretch that comes from getting wet,...
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    BPL Ti stakes

    Love 'em. Get the hi vis.
  19. Flex Air

    Thanks. I'll try one of the Flex Air pillow's at BPL. They're less than an ounce and cheap to boot.
  20. Finally, I spent the night in my HH! Help me get comfortable

    Finally got to stay the night in my hammock this weekend (still in the backyard though!). I'm a stomach sleeper, so I struggle a bit getting comfortable for extended periods of time. My knees tend...
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    One problem fixed, new one created

    Okay, hanging the tarp beneath the hammock did get the hammock ridgeline much closer to the tarp, BUT

    Now I can't create as much tension on the tarp because until I actually get in the hammock,...
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    Help hanging my tarp

    Still a newb. Just set up my new MacCat Standard (which seems great by the way). Based on your advice I hung the tarp directly to the tree. I've got my hammock as tight as I can make it, but when...
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    20% at BPL today for premium members

    Surprise, surprise!! A sale at BPL - 20% of just about any in stock items until midnight tonight.
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    Done Deal

    Brian emailed me yesterday and took care of everything. Can't wait to get my new tarp.
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    Mac Cat - anybody heard from Brian?

    Web site says he's back, but I haven't gotten any reply to an order or an email I sent him. Has anybody heard anything from him since he got back?
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    He's back!!!!!!!!!

    Brian's back! Let the Mac Cat's begin!
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    still for sale?

    Still got your tarp?
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    How many quilts can I fit in a skin?

    I was going to try to put the quilts inside the skin, but if that doesn't work well then I already have skins that fit the hammock alone. If it does I know I'll have to have larger skins than came...
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    What size skins do I need?

    Got hooked up on a good deal for a JRB 4 season set to go with my HH Hyperlite.

    What size skins do I need if I'm going to keep my tarp seperate?

    Should I buy skins to fit the 3 season set as...
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    WTB Mac Cat Standard

    Brian got me one!
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    Found/bought!

    Got a four season. Thanks!
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    WTB JRB 3 Season Set

    Looking for a three season set if anyone is interested.
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    total pack weight

    Thanks. Curious in comparing the weight of a Conduit w/ a pad versus the best of UL internal frame packs. Which one comes out lighter? I understand there is multi-use advantages to the pad, but...
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    Frameless backpacks - do they work for hangers?

    Just about through redoing my gear list in the pursuit of ultralight comfort. Since I made the change to hanging, I'm wondering if it makes sense to buy a frameless backpack. If I'm not going to...
  35. Thread: OES on Ebay

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    And the winner is..........

    Graham for $123.50! Enjoy!
  36. Thread: Hammock length

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    What kind of tarp are y'all using on 10'+ hammocks?

    I've got a Hyperlite (BTW, thanks for all the help!), but I can't help but wonder what size tarp y'all are using for these 10'+ hammocks. Don't you have to cover all the way to each end of the...
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    I was planning to use the Stealth as a quilt on...

    I was planning to use the Stealth as a quilt on top. I just got a Gossamer Gear 3/8" wide pad, but from what I've read here it looks like it's far more comfortable (sweat thing) if I can avoid...
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    What temp do you start needing an underpad?

    How cool does it have to get at night before you have to add an underpad? I have a stealth quilt, and plan to sleep in silkweight capilene or step it up to cocoon pants/pullover when it gets cooler....
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    For me the question is what's the best...

    For me the question is what's the best combination for a sleeping system. I'm certainly no expert, but I'm going for down and synthetic. I've ordered the Cocoon pullover and pants to use in tandem...
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    What's up with JacksRbetter's website?

    Anybody know what's going on?
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    First hang in Hyperlite - advice??

    My hammock finally came yesterday, so I have been setting it up several times in the backyard today. Every time I set it up, I end up having to lay in it about three times, and get out and tighten...
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    How long does it take to sew one?

    My HH Hyperlite is on it's way, but after reading these threads I'm wondering if I can talk my wife into sewing one for me. Of course she hates all the time I spend on the CPU reading this stuff, so...
  43. Thank you!!

    Thank you very much. It looks like I will be pleased whenever I can get the MacCat, and I appreciate the tips on using the stock tarp.
  44. Suggestions for using the standard tarp with a HH Hyperlite?

    I've tried to order a MacCat deluxe, but Brian is gone to camp until the middle of August, so it looks like I'll have to start out by using the tarp that comes with the Hyperlite. Any suggestions...
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    Which guyline?

    I'm trying to stay light, but everybody keeps saying MacCat deluxe, so I'll defer to your wisdom. What kind of guyline do you use? I want the lightest that won't be a pain to deal with. Thx!
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    HH Explorer Hyperlite?????

    When I ordered my Hyperlite today, I asked if they could make me a custom Explorer Ultralight with the Hyperlite material and suspension system. They said they have been considering it, but didn't...
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    ok, I bought it, now what???

    Thanks for your help. I ordered a Hyperlite today. They had a deal for a free Hex tarp, but agreed to take $60 off of a SS instead, so that will be the beginning of my insulation for the winter. ...
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    Which Hennessy?

    I'm six foot and 195 lbs. On the groud I sleep on my stomach with my arms above my head. I certainly don't want to be cramped, but weight is a significant issue. The four season idea sounds fun, ...
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    Sorry, Newb! Dream Setup???

    Sorry, for my previous post, but since I haven't bought the HH Hyperlight yet, I think a better question would be....If you were going to purchase one dream setup (hammock, tarp, and sleep...
  50. Thread: Newb - help!

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    Newb - help!

    Getting a HH Hyperlite for Father's Day, but haven't ever used a hammock. Looking for 3 season use for starters. Thinking about a JRB Shenandoh quilt for summer. Already have a nice 20 degree down...
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