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  1. Returned from our trip, cut a day short as the...

    Returned from our trip, cut a day short as the weather turn out to be far worse than expected (Saturday 9a-3p continuous rain/snow mix, ugh!). So, we only had 1 night out.

    My son, using my HH...
  2. Thank for everyone's help. I think I have a...

    Thank for everyone's help. I think I have a solution. The WM MityLite is a semi-rectangular bag with no hood (drawstring around the neck hole) that has 2 separate dual zippers. A 2' zipper across...
  3. Thanks, I thought about doing something similar,...

    Thanks, I thought about doing something similar, but the DIY version in which you use a small stone and some cord. I plan to try a few ideas tonight so I can see what works and what doesn't while I...
  4. Thanks both for the ideas.

    Thanks both for the ideas.
  5. Need quick solution to use sleeping bag as UQ

    Last minute trip, planned this coming weekend with my son (his first solo trip with me and our first BP trip in years). Current forecast has lows near freezing. I am letting him use my HH ULA with a...
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    Are those long enough? Small enough for 1.75mm?

    Are those long enough? Small enough for 1.75mm?
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    So the smaller rod is bent to form the loop and...

    So the smaller rod is bent to form the loop and then you just glue the base loop end of the hollow rod closed. Right?
  8. Unfortunately, an admin has to change the "real"...

    Unfortunately, an admin has to change the "real" title. You can just change the title displayed within the thread view.
  9. You should change the subject to include woodland...

    You should change the subject to include woodland camo. There seems to be quite a few folks that like camo stuff that might glance by the thread if the subject is vague.
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    I only recently found out he sold it and didn't...

    I only recently found out he sold it and didn't ask him why. From past conversations, I think he found the setup too much of a bother and most of the time he's hiking with someone else and they...
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    That is exactly what my brother did on his AT...

    That is exactly what my brother did on his AT thru-hike. And for the same reason (a girl he met on the trail). He started his hike with a HH and used it until he made it to Damascus(?) and then...
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    If you sew, or know someone that does, you can...

    If you sew, or know someone that does, you can make a simple synthetic UQ by basically sewing 4 straight lines (even semi-straight will do ;) ), and hand looping a couple of insulation stabilizers in...
  13. I would rather sleep on the ground than my...

    I would rather sleep on the ground than my hammock. However, (for me) sleeping on the ground comfortablly while backpacking requires a significant adjustment from my "at home" sleeping habits. I...
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    Dang it, I didn't read the bottom of the thread...

    Dang it, I didn't read the bottom of the thread before I sent in my payment. I assume you can reject my payment?
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    See any issues with this stuff being used to hang...

    See any issues with this stuff being used to hang a DIY UQ? Too small?
  16. It works, I've done it before. If you look at...

    It works, I've done it before. If you look at the traction devices called Stablicers, you'll see they are basically the same thing.

    Runners call them Screw Shoes
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    Funny, we all know Ray doesn't have ears (except...

    Funny, we all know Ray doesn't have ears (except to hear his worshipers), just a pen. Though it does seem like he did listen to criticism and "clean-up" his recent book and remove all the crap that...
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    I understand the need for ordering by the foot,...

    I understand the need for ordering by the foot, but the pricing should be listed as per yard.
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    I agree. I noticed that back when he posted it...

    I agree. I noticed that back when he posted it on his "order form" a few months ago. He should have list it by the yard and said something like "available in 1/4 yard increments" (or thirds) if he...
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    He's talking about the weight of the Climashield...

    He's talking about the weight of the Climashield per yard...
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    I'll third, or is it fourth, the loose socks. If...

    I'll third, or is it fourth, the loose socks. If I wear "new" socks, my feet get cold. I have a pair of mid-calf smartwool socks that have had their elastic cuffs blown out. They help quite a bit.
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    Funny, I thought the same thing when I first read...

    Funny, I thought the same thing when I first read it. I know my wife has done things similar. Frankly, the fact that you were even given notice is truly amazing.
  23. You'll want some sort of back insulation for all...

    You'll want some sort of back insulation for all but the hottest nights. The sleeping bag won't help all that much as its "loft" is crushed flat on your back side.

    FWIW, a 3/4 length Therarest...
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    Sticky: Ok, thanks. So, they are those from DaHo. I had...

    Ok, thanks. So, they are those from DaHo. I had the impression they were something slightly different and/or had a hook one end.
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    Sticky: Got a photo of that loop needle? Or a link?

    Got a photo of that loop needle? Or a link?
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    I can find the S-biners everywhere in town. But...

    I can find the S-biners everywhere in town. But finding the small Figure-9s has been tough. I finally found a set of 4 (with guylines) for $10, which is cheaper than I can find them online after...
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    While the UQ might have been the primary reason...

    While the UQ might have been the primary reason for cold feet, make sure your socks aren't too tight. If I sleep in "new" socks, my feet tend to get cold. So, I bring along a pair of smartwool...
  28. Let's hope so, as from what I've read, many think...

    Let's hope so, as from what I've read, many think the old record was bogus.
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    Smaller loop makes it a bit easier to "convert"...

    Smaller loop makes it a bit easier to "convert" the HH to use the Amsteel (see HH to Whoopie video). I have to assume the other change (moving the constrictor bury out further) is so you can...
  30. Thread: Camo tarp

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    That's one of the benefits of using a small...

    That's one of the benefits of using a small "cottage" manufacture. Frankly, I'm sure Brandon can find the material, if you are willing to pay extra for the tarp. One other thing to consider is (I...
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    Does the means by which you attach the cord to...

    Does the means by which you attach the cord to the hammock affect your ability to control folds and/or edge tension? It just seems like it would be a bit more difficult to control those with some of...
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    Agree. i just had a random thought.The problem I...

    Agree. i just had a random thought.The problem I have with a trucker's hitch as it always seems to slip just a bit as I'm tying the half-hitch, or two, to finish the job. That bit of slip doesn't...
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    I think I have 4 loops on-hand at home now, so...

    I think I have 4 loops on-hand at home now, so I'm gonna try a quick setup to see if it might work.
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    I just thought of something, what if you added a...

    I just thought of something, what if you added a 4th prusik loop, could you eliminate the Figure 9? We'd have to make sure the last two prusik loops were on each side of the 2nd "tree" and then we'd...
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    There isn't any military in the movie. Those...

    There isn't any military in the movie. Those "guys with the guns" are all mercenaries paid by the mining company.
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    Nah, I just stop caring about 10 years ago,...

    Nah, I just stop caring about 10 years ago, turned off the TV, don't read/listen to the news, etc. Heck, I didn't know there was an earthquake in Haiti until the Friday after it occurred (it...
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    See, I didn't even notice that was going on...

    See, I didn't even notice that was going on because the plot is so thin. To me this show was nothing more than a sequential series of special effects scenes. And I've seen the movie twice.
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    That's the best part of the movie. There isn't a...

    That's the best part of the movie. There isn't a plot. Well, it is so lame you aren't even the slightest bit emotionally attached to it.
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    How do you get two bury loops in the cord? Are...

    How do you get two bury loops in the cord? Are they both locked Brummels? If so, is one of the locks done using that weird "you only have access to one end" method? Or is one end a simple bury...
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    why not use a loop of zing it or maybe a mitten...

    why not use a loop of zing it or maybe a mitten hook? At least then the stopper could be used for something besides decoration.
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    So you are sort of like the Gypsy of UQ...

    So you are sort of like the Gypsy of UQ manufactures?
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    It is a used Pfaff. Can't beat Pfaff's IDT (dual...

    It is a used Pfaff. Can't beat Pfaff's IDT (dual feed thingy) for sewing these thin fabrics.

    FWIW, I've been to SC "shop" and he certainly has his act together. Big binder with templates all...
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    Sticky: I can't sleep, so I'll do the math for you... ...

    I can't sleep, so I'll do the math for you...

    A Fid is 7*circumference of the cord. Or 7*pi*diameter. pi is just a touch over 3, so many folks just say a Fid is 21 or 22 * dia. I'll use 22*dia...
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    Is this because when you use a RL you are...

    Is this because when you use a RL you are "hanging" the tarp, whereas if you don't you have to "suspend" the tarp?
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    If I only need 25# (made up number) to keep my...

    If I only need 25# (made up number) to keep my tarp "snug" does it mater what it is attached to? I don't think so. I end up with the same amount of force on my tie-outs.

    I'm not trying to...
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    But it is not sufficient with direct connections?...

    But it is not sufficient with direct connections? If the tarp is loose, it is loose. How does the attachment mechanism affect it?
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    I think Dynaglide is made by New England Ropes...

    I think Dynaglide is made by New England Ropes. It appears to only be available in 2mm in green or orange. It is "stronger" than zing it/lash it.
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    If it is not too late, I'd like 200' (or 180' if...

    If it is not too late, I'd like 200' (or 180' if you are buying the small spools) of 2.2mm in gray (anything besides yellow). Dynaglide is fine with me if that's what we end up buying.
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    But you still have to connect the tarp's tie-outs...

    But you still have to connect the tarp's tie-outs tot he prusik knots. And, you'll use the same force as you would if those tie-outs were tied to a cord wrapped around a tree.
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    How's that? If I have to pull my tie-outs with...

    How's that? If I have to pull my tie-outs with 25# of force, does it matter if it is coming from a Prusik or a 'biner?
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