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    Going too short can also put tension on the...

    Going too short can also put tension on the netting and zipper. I shortened mine (deep jungle xl) about 4 inches though.
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    The Urban Hammock.

    Made from 100% recycled materials!

    http://www.i-am-bored.com/bored_link.cfm?link_id=70476
  3. Thread: Super Hammocks!!

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    Super Hammocks!!

    Don't know if this has been posted here before, but I just saw this on the chive and thought I would share.

    http://thechive.com/2012/03/12/suspended-camping-tents-anyone-7-photos/

    I could...
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    Yeah that $44.00 sucks. I ordered a 0* incubator...

    Yeah that $44.00 sucks. I ordered a 0* incubator a few months ago and though I was expecting it, but then I didn't get hit with any charges. I don't seem to get hit with camping gear when I order...
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    I have a large one. It is worth the weight. It...

    I have a large one. It is worth the weight. It is so comfortable that it makes your pack and gear feel lighter.
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    I had an uncle that would do that. I always...

    I had an uncle that would do that. I always though it was awesome (when I was 10) and my mom would give him hell for showing me things like that.

    2QZQ made me a bigger than normal peak bag for my...
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    We had a large "family hammock" from Venezuela...

    We had a large "family hammock" from Venezuela when I was growing up. It was huge though I don't remember the measurements.

    When two people layed with their shoulders touching and their legs...
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    If I make the trip I will take some pics. I...

    If I make the trip I will take some pics. I meant to go last year too, but I was informed that I will be using my vacay time with the Lady. Her going is not an option. She will only camp for two...
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    Sticky: I wouldn't mind getting on there too. Arbot...

    I wouldn't mind getting on there too.

    Arbot
    Sylvan Lake, AB
    Canada

    I would like to be added to, if someone feels so inclined.

    Thanks
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    Wow, good memory! That post was very helpful. ...

    Wow, good memory!

    That post was very helpful.

    Thank you.
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    Thanks for the info. I will pick up that book. ...

    Thanks for the info. I will pick up that book.

    I found this on the Hennessy website: http://hennessyhammock.com/articles/tips_from_users/

    It looks like it could be tough to hang in some parts,...
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    Can you hang on the West Coast Trail?

    I can't find any info on this.

    Hammocks allowed? If so, how are the sites for hammocks?
  13. Thread: tie up.

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    Whoopies. I also stole two of those elastic...

    Whoopies. I also stole two of those elastic things my girlfriend uses to make ponytails in her hair. Just a loop of loose shock cord. I use them to just make sure the whoopies don't slip off the...
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    1. Switch to Whoopies - I used the stock...

    1. Switch to Whoopies - I used the stock suspension to start, but it is harder to tweak. For my first couple hangs tweaking was necessary to figure out what worked best for me. I then switched to...
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    It's a great change from the stock HH suspension....

    It's a great change from the stock HH suspension. Easy to swap out and there is not trade off or downside.
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    Thats pretty good!

    Thats pretty good!
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    Howdy! What wasn't working for you?

    Howdy!

    What wasn't working for you?
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    What color?

    What color?
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    Yes, it is pretty normal. It is the same effect...

    Yes, it is pretty normal. It is the same effect that makes you feel like you are still on a boat after you get off of it. Or if you spend a few hours in the water with strong enough waves, you will...
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    I had seen that thread before, but forgot about...

    I had seen that thread before, but forgot about it. Good info in there.
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    How old is it all? Whats the condition? Do...

    How old is it all? Whats the condition?

    Do you have pics?

    Might be interested in getting it for the lady.
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    That sounds really interesting. I look forward...

    That sounds really interesting.

    I look forward to the updates.
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    Same thing happened with me. I called them to...

    Same thing happened with me. I called them to let them know i got both flys and he said that it was because I requested it quickly for an upcoming trip, it was quicker to have it shipped out that...
  24. Thread: deep jungle help

    by arbot
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    The Deep Jungle is my first and only hammock so...

    The Deep Jungle is my first and only hammock so far, so I can't compare it to anything else, but it is put together well and the zipper is solid.

    I have only used it about a dozen nights now, but...
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    I think the 2QZQ Protector would definitely be an...

    I think the 2QZQ Protector would definitely be an option worth thinking about, from what I can tell it looks pretty adjustable. You might need to do some tweaking if you like to use the hammock side...
  26. Thread: My SP is lost

    by arbot
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    At work we always get mail from the Bra store in...

    At work we always get mail from the Bra store in #11, we are in #211.

    I have ordered some winter gear from a few places recently so when the guy drops off a medium size box with only a shipping...
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    I used the same set up when I first got my deep...

    I used the same set up when I first got my deep jungle.

    I was ordering some other stuff and figured I would get a set of whoopies cause they are cheap. The whoopies are even easier to use and if...
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    I have the stock HH tarp and HH Hex tarp. I...

    I have the stock HH tarp and HH Hex tarp. I think the stock tarp would be sufficient most of the time for keeping you dry. I have read posts from people saying that it is all they need for any...
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    I do like your hammock.

    I do like your hammock.
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    Kootenays huh? The Lady and I usually try to...

    Kootenays huh? The Lady and I usually try to spend a couple weeks there a year. Used to live in Kaslo.


    Unfortunately I am #1022...
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    I noticed the same thing, so I emailed and then...

    I noticed the same thing, so I emailed and then phoned in my order. I am hoping we get a good cold spell mid October so I can really get good use out of it when my 0 incubator gets here.
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    I think I understand what you mean. I have never...

    I think I understand what you mean. I have never hung from trees quite that far apart though.

    Can you maybe try hanging with the suspension closer to 20 than 35 degrees. Plus raise the tarp...
  33. Thread: Hi everybody

    by arbot
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    Probably not year round. I have a double layer...

    Probably not year round. I have a double layer hammock and have been using the HH reflectix insert that came with mine. During the summer I had to ditch the reflectix so I wouldn't get too hot with...
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    I got he Deep Jungle XL Zip, and I wish now I had...

    I got he Deep Jungle XL Zip, and I wish now I had the bottom entry so I could have the zip mod too.

    I wish I could just easily hang my footwear from the suspension, sit back and be good. or even...
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    I also use one. This one: ...

    I also use one. This one:

    http://www.eaglecreek.com/accessories/travel_comfort/Sandman-Travel-Pillow-41131/

    I have it about 30%-40% inflated. It is comfy on side and back, and the shape makes...
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    UQ vs. Super Shelter?

    I know this discussion has to be somewhere. Can someone point me in the right direction?
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    I don't know where the load calculator is, but...

    I don't know where the load calculator is, but here is a link for a pretty simply hanging method when you don't have enough trees.

    http://hennessyhammock.com/articles/scouting/

    Scroll down to...
  38. Thread: Cuben Question

    by arbot
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    Thanks, I wonder why I have only come across...

    Thanks, I wonder why I have only come across white and light grey ones.
  39. Thread: Cuben Question

    by arbot
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    Cuben Question

    What quality of Cuben prevents people from coloring it?

    All the tarps, Sacks, packs and various DIY gear I have seen online is all the same color, just some is more opaque than others.

    I am...
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    Have fun!!!

    Have fun!!!
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    If it was an option for you, wouldn't you go for...

    If it was an option for you, wouldn't you go for it?
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    I am going to look up part 1 and 2. Maybe it...

    I am going to look up part 1 and 2.

    Maybe it will make sense then?
  43. Thread: Surprise!

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    Being in Alberta, rain can happen anytime. It's...

    Being in Alberta, rain can happen anytime. It's just not worth the risk.
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    If you pick up one of those bushcraft books it'll...

    If you pick up one of those bushcraft books it'll keep you guys busy for a long time. You can practice various little traps, shelters, fire building techniques, knots and all kinds of things. You...
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    I didn't realize there were so many Albertans. ...

    I didn't realize there were so many Albertans. I'm in Sylvan Lake, just west of Red Deer.

    Howdy.
  46. Thread: Guy line length

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    Hex tarp with 10ft all round.

    Hex tarp with 10ft all round.
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    A hammock in the office could be trouble..

    A hammock in the office could be trouble..
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    Best of luck in your search. I really hope you...

    Best of luck in your search. I really hope you have some good news shortly.
  49. Thread: Going Solo?

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    My first overnight in a hammock happened when I...

    My first overnight in a hammock happened when I was probably 11 or 12. It was a family trip with a tent trailer and the hammock was a family hammock we just had for napping and reading, etc.

    I...
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    They really do have amazing customer service.

    They really do have amazing customer service.
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