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Will that technique work with a slick rope like Reflectit?

I'll try the 2 carabiner system. I don't mind hardware weight, just trying to do it without having to spend more.

I'm looking for one for a tarp, not for a structural ridgeline for the hammock itself.

Anyone have a guide to make a Continuous Ridgeline out of Zing It without using specialty hardware? I have one out of cheap cord using Prissics but I was looking to replace it with Reflectit - I...

So, another question.

Do the 4 legs need to all be the same length?

I'm making mine out of 4 foot segments of milsurp camouflage netting support poles. So I can either do 8 foot lengths or 12...

With the mention of using the copper tubing - anyone have a good tutorial on how to use that and hammer it into a good channel for the rope to go through?

I'm in the process of making a DIY version of this for car camping. It's going to be very heavy, so saving a few ounces is not that big a deal. I'd rather go for cost savings and strength.

I'm not...

Has anyone made a system like this using Army surplus Camo Netting Poles? I have some that come in 4 foot sections (Well, 44 inches once you take out the overlap between them.)

I'm not sure if an...

I can use a pad in a single layer, and have - but it’s a huge pain. I’d much rather have the 2 layer instead. I mainly use an UQ, but just in case I need more insulation adding a pad would be good.

I've been using a Hennessy Explorer Deluxe Zip for several years, and I really like it a lot, with a few things I would like to change

My son is outgrowing his Hennessy Scout, so he will be...

That's awesome. This guy (the ranger) deserves a pat on the back.

Unfortunately it doesn't quite work like this. Local councils, camps, or units can set rules more restrictive than the BSA, but can't set less restrictive rules.

As an example:

Under BSA...

Good point. Need to figure that out for all of them i suppose.

Most Troops aren't going to be so into Hammock Camping that this would be an issue that would outweigh other considerations.

I'm looking at a Synthetic UQ/TQ combo, and right now, Molly Mac seems to be very close to the most affordable, and definitely the lightest of the options out there.

I'm looking at Arrowhead,...

One possible approach may be to offer to teach a leaders course on LNT and Hammocks. - The right way and wrong way to do it. (While the kids go to merit badge courses, the grownups have to do...

Well, that's great to know.

I'm getting a TQ/UQ, and I decided Synthetic is going to be best for my needs. Would like to get down to 30 degrees or lower.

It looks like the 2 most recommended companies are Arrowhead and...

Another one - Aluminum Pole Style, lashed.

http://imgur.com/a/pUdxb

Thanks to gmcttr for all the help

It will mainly be used on scout camping trips where we are car camping, but do not have...

Hmm. I'll have to try that when re-lashing. Also going to put some duct tape on there so the rope has something to bite into.

My poles are a little bit different than yours. I do not have the...

I'm working on one of the Stands similar to the one that gmcttr built, with Military Surplus Aluminum Poles.

I've done the Lashing with Paracord, and it doesn't seem to be holding well. It wants...

I was planning to use cords for the attachment, rather than drilling holes to make an eye bolt.

Would that still work?

And when you say an 8 Knot, do you mean a figure 8 knot, or is there...

I just ordered some of the 4 foot Military Surplus Aluminum poles on eBay, and I'm planning to make an another Aluminum version of the Turtledog Stand.

In the past, I've only used the Hennessy...

Generally, I'm with Cub Scouts - I will usually go to the bathhouse, or ask to borrow someone else's tent briefly so my sons can change. (They are in hammocks too)

If I was away from civilization,...

I have a HH Explorer Deluxe, and recently bought a HH Supershelter to fit it from a board member here.

I also have access to the following for Insulation

Some Military Surplus CCF Pads
An Alps...

Is this the #1 or the #2?

I have an Explorer Deluxxe which seems to be a similar size to the Deep Jungle, but I'd like to make sure.


Edit: Nevermind, I just read the details. I'll take it.

Weight is not my concern - Having a 6 foot truck bed is. :)

I'm Trying to figure out how to get all this in the truck, without having a tonneau cover half open with a lumberyard hanging out the...

Would it be practical to share the tripod of a Turtledog Stand?

I've got 5 of us total that need to hang. 1 oversized Adult, and 4 kids. I was thinking of making a Ring of Turtledog Stands, with 5...

I'm Chartered Org Rep for a Pack and Troop, as well as Committee Chair for the Pack.

My Oldest Just crossed over, and the CM told him he was fine camping with a Hammock, as long as he can set it...

I have an Everest with Batteries, and I rigged up my own system for hanging with it.

I got some double sided Velcro and did it around all six sides of the cpap machine itself, and fastened a a...

I know, Ideally I'd use an Underquilt.

For my boys, it seems to be no problem at all. Climb in the hammock, squirm into the sleeping bag. They also weigh a lot less than I do, which I suspect is a...

That works great. I have to pick up a good tarp for them also, so I was planning to go by HF anyway.

My only Hammock experience has been with a Hennessey, where everything is included, tree straps an all.

Well, I picked up 2 Byer Moskitos at the REI Sale this weekend (28 bucks for both!)
...

Ok, Dad and Big Brother have Hammocks. Now, my 3 first graders think they need to have one as well when we go on camping trips. (2 Tiger Cub Scouts and a Daisy Girl Scout!)

What is an inexpensive...

Would the ones at Head and Feet not be enough for that? I'd be afraid that having a third shock cord going over the top would make it very tricky to get in and out of the hammock.

Ok, here's what I'm thinking of doing. See Attachment.

I want to have something that I can throw on or take off while the Hammock is in the air.

Will two Grosgrain Straps + buckles be enough to...

Ok, another stupid question - What's a good place to find Grosgrain Fabric and Shock Cord?

I have an el-cheapo Sleeping Bag from Walmart that has a busted zipper, I'd like to turn it into an UQ.

I'll be putting it on a Hennessy Explorer Deluxe Zip.

I can do some Hand Stitching, but I...

My son and I were at Morrow Mt. Last night hanging.

I figured out that my fenceposts are not quite sturdy enough to support a hammock.

What is the best, easiest, most cost effective way to hang a hammock in the backyard without any trees to hang...

Hardcore? Heck, the low was 65 degrees. We are in NC, this is our second spring camping trip of the year.

I just don't expect these parents to buy the gear for a while. :)

We are going again in...

We spent last night in Hammocks, and the other families were amazed. We took turns doing show and tell, letting kids get in his Hennessy Cub, and adults in my Hennessy Explorer.

Also sent them a...

Bungee / Slingshot Straps?

Well, my cub scout pack is going to have to sell a LOT more popcorn next year.

(Seriously though, it would be easier/cheaper to have a large number of high dollar individual Hammock Tents.)

Batteries. I have an Everest, which has integrated batteries, but I believe is discontinued.

However, there is a newer, and lighter battery powered one out now.
...

Well, here's my after action report.

I was busy helping teach Webelos how to set up their own tent at first, so I didn't get started on mine until after sundown. Took me about 5 minutes to setup...

Well, weather update is showing a predicted low of 26.

I'm going to give it a shot, but I'll make sure that I have a spot available in a tent if I have to bail out.

I've got a CCF pad, a...

Well, I know the rule of thumb for Tigers is that they have to have a parent/guardian with them at all times. Maybe they think that being in a separate hammock doesn't count?

In terms of camping,...

Just assuming that Ridgeline and Preferred Sit Height always stay the same for a given user, I have one suggestion.

Output a small table that lists Tree Distance, (Maybe in 6 inch increments?) and...

I have a Hennessey, just got it in the mail yesterday.

It came with a free set of Snakeskins. Do the cords for both the hammock and the rainfly go thru the snakeskins?

Does that limit your...