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    Coolest hammocks and gear in 2024

    Hey guys.

    I have a Warbonnet XLC that I really like.

    But I haven't really been keeping up with hammock stuff for the last 5+ years and was curious what new gear is out there that I should...
  2. My dutchwear wide hammock got basically destroyed by wind :-/

    I bought a dutchwear hammock at the beginning of summer and my goal was to live a year outside in my hammock.

    https://dutchwaregear.com/product/two-person-tarp/#color

    LOVE this hammock as it's...
  3. This is pretty interesting. I'll have to think...

    This is pretty interesting. I'll have to think about this more. I might try to setup a type of divider and isolate it over my chest so I exhale and it leaves the tent through the head portion.
    ...
  4. XLC Blackbird with winter top cover iced over last night. Advice?

    Last night was sort of the first real *winter* night in Boulder and the temp got down to -10C.

    For the most part I was totally warm BUT ice was forming from condensation and in the morning I was...
  5. Mountain Lions won't bother you... nor anything...

    Mountain Lions won't bother you... nor anything for that matter.

    The main issues are moose honestly. Grizzlies can be a bit rough though and I would carry a gun if you know what you're doing and...
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    Wear long/thick underwear and socks. What mostly...

    Wear long/thick underwear and socks. What mostly bothers me is the temporary cold when I shift. I wear thick socks and thick long underwear. This way if I shift around it's not a big deal. It's a...
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    DIY tarp flies

    Dutch's tarp flies look cool in that they seem SUPER easy to setup.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8k77xq1LOXs

    ... but they're a bit pricey!

    I don't mind paying for things but honestly I...
  8. I'm sick of tying knots. What's the best / easiest way to manage tarp guylines?

    I'm sick of screwing with knots. I've seen others use simple guyline hardware but I haven't seen any reviews of the best ones yet

    Any pointers? I'm sick of screwing around with knots. I just want...
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    so you're saying sun will degrade silnylon if...

    so you're saying sun will degrade silnylon if it's out and exposed for long term? I guess you're saying it lasts for 6 months?
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    Alternatives to Warbonnet Blackbird XLC

    I'm converting to sleeping outside full time and need a really comfortable hammock that's practical in the long term.

    I'm considering getting a much larger tarp like this:
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    Some woods tends to create more sparks / embers. ...

    Some woods tends to create more sparks / embers.

    I just keep it small and feed it often but it's not like I have it going all night. I'll just cook and shut it down. It's mostly for serious...
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    I don't normally have one under the tarp but I've...

    I don't normally have one under the tarp but I've done it before and as long as it's not ROARING you're generally fine. I put it just at the edge.

    If you're stuck inside for 2-3 days due to some...
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    Larger tarp setup for longer term camping

    I have a winter tarp that I'm using now with doors which is nice because I can close them when it's rainy or too sunny.

    The problem is that there isn't too much 'living room' under it and I have...
  14. > burtonator - what scenario can you imagine that...

    > burtonator - what scenario can you imagine that happening? I started out with synthetics because of the “useless when wet” concern. But after years and years of using down and not even getting...
  15. Solving cold spots with underquilts vs wool blankets and burrito wrap method.

    I've been experimenting with using wool blankets and the burrito wrap method:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRYXcOnrj6k

    My thinking is that if I have a wool blanket, it's also dual use...
  16. @rmcrow2. That's sort of what I was thinking of....

    @rmcrow2. That's sort of what I was thinking of. Another idea I had was to use two short guy lines attached to the tree, at lower levels, then I can convert it to a lower mode RIGHT before I go to...
  17. Best way to mount a tarp *high* up so that it blocks the sun but still allows for a breeze?

    What's the best way to mount a tarp *high* up so that it blocks the sun but still allows for a breeze?

    I'm trying to REALLY nail my hammock setup and sleep out side like 80% of the time. It's...
  18. Best options for *long* term sleeping in a hammock.

    I moved to Colorado and live in the wilderness and considering sleeping outside very night.

    I really like the fresh air and think it will help my insomnia and the sun coming up every night will...
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    Beach hammock setups.

    Hey guys.

    I have three tarps so was thinking of setting one up when I go for picnics or to the beach with my GF.

    The problem is that I"m often not around any trees.

    I was thinking about just...
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    Maru sleeps on his hammock! (so cute)!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hM5bNoeEPNE

    I hereby propose that Maru become our official mascot!
  21. Finally back to backpacking.. what are some recent alternatives to WBB / Darien UL

    Long story short but I haven't been able to get to the woods in the last year due to work (ironically trying to sell my company so I can spend more time in the woods).

    I'm looking to purchase...
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    This is a better link (mea culpa) ...

    This is a better link (mea culpa)

    https://i.imgur.com/6gZI07V.jpg
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    hammock made out of recycled bike tires...

    Thought you guys would like this :)

    http://i.imgur.com/6gZI07V.jpg
  24. Ha. Yes. Hammock damage. Mea culpa... I've had...

    Ha. Yes. Hammock damage. Mea culpa... I've had it for about 2 years.
  25. Tarp damage... do I risk falling through by having it tear?

    I noticed this on my last trip:

    http://i.imgur.com/sJZDNQZ.jpg

    this is on my WBB... I don't remember actually doing this. There have been no events where I actually scratched it , no dragging...
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    Hammock and kayak hyrid...

    Hamyak or Kaymock?

    http://imgur.com/TQPT66l
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    silnylon tarp/poncho as a hammock sock.

    I've been thinking about getting a hammock sock:

    - it can bump up internal temp
    - blocks wind (which is becoming an issue)

    ... I've also been wanting some plan B equipment for severe weather...
  28. Meaning you just keep it on the ground or you...

    Meaning you just keep it on the ground or you wrap it around the hammock?
  29. Can a hammock sock double as a poncho and ground sheet?

    This dawned on me today... in the summer I *usually* don't need dedicated rainwear.

    And it would be NICE to have a hammock sock... it would help block out wind, bugs, etc.

    But in emergency...
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    >Why do you use something between the carabiner...

    >Why do you use something between the carabiner and the ridgeline? i have always clipped directly to the ridgeline...

    It prevents the bag from slipping... if you are hanging at a slight angle two...
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    Ridgeline stuff sack hack... (video)

    This just dawned on me Sunday night while backpacking:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq2wGVuKD8c

    It fits really well and the stuff sack already is altered to hang well from a ridgeline.
    ...
  32. I think what I'm going to do is carry 2-3 extra...

    I think what I'm going to do is carry 2-3 extra esbit even if I"m using a wood stove.

    This way I can just use the esbit when the situations are REALLY bad. I can even use it as a fire starter.
    ...
  33. March 30, 2014 (Winter Wonderland in Sequoia National Park)

    Created a video for you guys..

    I"m in my WBB hammock and edge tarp. The edge doesn't do too well with six inches of snow on it :-P I mean it held up but kind of pushed me in a bit.
    ...
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    This... you have low electrolytes, especially...

    This... you have low electrolytes, especially potassium. I pack some with me... you can get them in supplement form.

    You can sweat these out so it's helpful to bring some with you.
  35. I think generally you're right. However, I can...

    I think generally you're right. However, I can think of at least one occasion in the last year that I would have REALLY liked to have had doors.

    I was in Yosemite on the east side and needed to...
  36. Ah... so my gear Pretty standard: Warbonnet...

    Ah... so my gear

    Pretty standard:

    Warbonnet Edge Tarp
    Warbonnet Blackbird
    Warbonnet Yeti 3 season torso UQ (20°F)
    Warbonnet Mamba TQ (20F)
  37. I think you're right that I *may* initially...

    I think you're right that I *may* initially *seem* like I'm heavier.

    but I think it's a false economy to shave some of these things. adding +10F for 200-350g I think is a fair tradeoff.

    For...
  38. AH! That's true. I had forgotten that. In...

    AH! That's true. I had forgotten that.

    In this situation I wouldn't need a full sock. I could just get the winter cover and then an under quilt protector to help with the wind.
  39. Ah... sorry if I didn't clarify. The weight...

    Ah... sorry if I didn't clarify. The weight savings will come in:

    - I need to pack in a lower temp overquilt as the bug net will bump me up +10 ... so I can shave weight there.

    - The doors...
  40. Hammock sock in the summer without a bug yet...

    Thinking out loud here.

    I tend to be the type that wants to either be putting in miles or fishing. Setting up camp and hanging out in my hammock isn't first on my list of priorities.

    I keep...
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    Fascinating... I didn't realize that WB made a...

    Fascinating... I didn't realize that WB made a travel sock.

    It's here btw:

    http://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/blackbird-traveler-accessories/

    ... so another question. should I just get a...
  42. They finally got back to me... It seems this is...

    They finally got back to me... It seems this is resolved now :)
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    Bumping up the temp of an underquilt.?

    I wear down pants and a down jacket to bump up the rating of my top quilt. I'm also hoping that it helps smooth out cold spots while I sleep.

    One problem is my underquilt. I'm considering buying...
  44. Is Hammock Gear a real vendor or just a cottage company on vacation?

    I sent in a couple emails to sales __AT__ hammockgear.com and haven't heard back from them.

    I noticed that there was some breakage on their site (broken links on their home page) and they never...
  45. That's true.. and the whoopie slings are 6'......

    That's true.. and the whoopie slings are 6'... hm.

    I could always get the 25' ones and maybe trim them if they're insane.
  46. Actually... this is a pretty easy answer. I...

    Actually... this is a pretty easy answer.

    I imagine a 6' wide tree is the maximum sized tree I will have to deal with.

    so 6 * pi = about 19 feet.

    ... now how much strap will I need from the...
  47. Ideal hammock strap length for redwood trees in the Sierra Nevadas?

    What's the ideal strap length for redwood trees in the Sierra Nevadas... Yosemite region (though I imagine it's all the same).

    I think I'm going to upgrade my WBB to whoopies so I also need to...
  48. SOLD: Warbonnet Lynx (3-season Full-Length) underquilt ($200)

    I'm selling my Warbonnet Lynx (3-season Full-Length) underquilt.

    I was under the impression that it fit the WBB Blackbird hammock.

    I've used it exactly once... when I realized that it didn't...
  49. asymm.

    It does seem that with the leg well that having an asymmetric overquilt would be ideal...

    Even the regular warbonnet 3/4 length underquilt isn't asymmetric and probably should be..

    I'm also...
  50. Wow... great feedback guys.. I hadn't heard of...

    Wow... great feedback guys.. I hadn't heard of the incubator.
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