Here's my Kelty Noah 12
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Here's my Kelty Noah 12
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Here are the dimensions for the GrizzBridge Rhino that is 74" in length ( head seam to foot seam ).
Width at Head : 54"
Spreader Bar Head : 36"
Waist : 32"
Width at Foot : 43"
Spread Bar Foot...
Without the bottom lengthwise supports you would really have to crank down on the suspension. I am willing to bet you would still get the banana effect or rip it apart trying to get the suspension...
CamoDeafie82,
From what you are describing sounds like a Maverick Gear Hammock. I myself would not like to sleep in a bathtub style hammock as getting in and out would be a pain in the backside. ...
This might help ( see post number 3 ) : https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=81300
Ripstop Nylon has a little more give that makes for a softer lay and Taffeta Polyester is more rigid like sleeping on a semi-hard mattress. It all depends on if you like a soft lay or a more...
Your Welcome riverjoe :) . it was in a thread over at bushcraftusa .
Your Welcome and Thank You as well :)
Here are 2 hammocks I made from Wally-World dollar bin fabric :
calendered nylon ( single layer )
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If I were to tie knots other than a marlin spike hitch in my webbing I prefer Ray Mears method.
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I hope that helps :)
Here is where Dejoha did a review on the Handy Hammock : http://theultimatehang.com/2012/12/handy-hammock-stand-review/
and https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=64277
Don't forget about Deer scraping/rub the Trees. Here at the Training Site we have 5 Training Areas for the Military to utilize for dismount maneuvers and land navigation. There are multiple trees...
A walking foot attachment is no harder putting on than changing out a regular presser foot. I.E. you unscrew the old presser foot, put the walking foot attachment on as you would the regular foot (...
Here are some pictures of my Singer 328K with the even feed/walking foot attachment that makes the slippery stuff easy to sew, I picked it up at my local sewing repair shop :
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yooz85,
Yes that is a DIY with the "hangnout" top entry bug net made by "hangnout" himself :) . My Son loves it.
Thank You again hangnout :) . We used it this past weekend at Boxwell for the Fall Cub and Family. This time we set up bunk bed style with CJ7 hanging above me. He had a blast in it.
HamMike,
I cannot take credit for my Son's hammock. Hangnout made it for 2sticks and when she outgrew it they were nice enough to send it to my boy. When he outgrows it I will do the same and put...
I will have to pull my Son's out that "hangnout and 2sticks" gave to him last fall and get the measurements off of it for you.
Here's a picture of it ( he was 6 when these pictures were taken )
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My Son last fall with our dog Blue hangin' out on the back patio.
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D.I.Y. Gear Supply : http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/products-page/all-materials-a-z/
Hello and Welcome from Smyrna, TN :)
Your Welcome :)
I use a Singer regular point 80/11 ( style 2020 ) needle with Gutermann Sew-All thread.
If you have a Joann's close by you can pick up Gutermann "Sew-All" Thread in a 1000 meter spool : http://www.joann.com/gutermann-sew-all-thread-1000-m-1094-yds-/prd13385/
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Velcro has a tendency to rub a hole or weak spot in the hammock material. Just food for thought
Here is a whole series on how to make a Gear Hammock by forum member SteelerNation
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Here's a picture of my Knotty Mod utilizing grosgrain :
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I hope that helps by using a visualization :)
I started whipping mine from a method I learned in the DIY HH Clone thread. Both of mine are DIY HH Clones with Knotty Mods. I do 5 rolls ( folds ) per side to the middle, fold both rolls together...
The Foxfire Series of Books, I grew up reading these great books and still take great pleasure in re-reading them and putting what I read into practice : http://www.foxfire.org/thefoxfirebooks.aspx...
Maker/Name: KELTY Noah's Tarp 12
Material: Coated Polyester Taffeta
Weight: 2 lbs
Size: 144" X 144" Cat Cut
Options: Comes with carry bag, suspension lines and stakes ( replace o.e.m. suspension...
Hello and Welcome from Middle TN :)
EagleScout441
Sorry for the late Welcome but Hello and Welcome from Smyrna, TN and Congratulations on making the Trail to Eagle. I would debate with you on the whole make your own shelter in...
Here is where Nom@d made a underquilt out of a M1942 sleeping bag. I know it's not what your looking for but it might be a start.
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Try a new regular point needle ( not a ball point ) with a little larger eye to let the thread slip through easier.
I hope that helps :)
Hello and Welcome from Middle TN. :) Most of my Family lives in Athens, AL and I spent many a fall/winter night Coon Hunting around Hartselle :)
Dawn dish soap and hand wash the area, hang to dry. Safe enough to remove a oil slick from a baby seal and safe enough to remove oil based neosporin from your hammock :)
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The link I clicked was broken so I embedded it here for you :)
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Congratulations Good Sir !!! You won't be disappointed :)
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Totally forgot about the 404, Great Call :D . Only reason I selected the ones with different stitches is that I use my machines for more than just making straight stitches. I have the button hole...
Here's a example of a Singer 401a
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XTrekker,
I like the Singer Style-O-Matic 328K or you can look for the Singer Slant-O-Matic 400, 401, 500a, 501 ( the 500a and 501 are also called the Rocketeer ) and those are all metal geared...
I use Grannypat's method of folding up my Noah's 12 and haven't had a single problem yet getting it back in the zipper pouch it came with. It also helps keep it out of the dirt, sticks and leaf...
XTrekker,
Most Vacuum Cleaner repair places also work on sewing machines. The only place around me besides JoAnn's is a Vacuum Repair Shop. You might be surprised what you find there :)
Welcome :)
This was in the off season for Boxwell and the platform tents are not set up. I believe that when Boxwell is in full swing you have to use the platform tents but I would ask the Camp...
I noticed after a little searching that the Rivers West Blanket almost weighs 3lbs ( maybe thats shipping weight ). Also here is a discussion on the difference between wool and fleece blankets and...
I use Black Diamond Distance FL ( flick lock ) :)
Sorry I am posting so late with the pics. Emergency Cub Scout Leader Meeting tonight.
View from the top of the whip
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I will have to take pictures of the way I whip mine similar to the HH. Both of mine are DIY HH Clones with Knotty Mods. I do 5 rolls per side to the middle, fold both rolls together then use 550 cord...