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I use the footprint from my MSR Hubba Hubba tent. I can stake out the corners if i want, and it's plenty big to put stuff on. If the tent is being used, I throw down a cheap poncho I got at ****'s....

Thanks, everybody. I'm extra excited because this is my first down piece of sleeping gear. I was all synthetic till now. I can't believe how light it is! Plus, I'll have just a little more room...

The long wait is over. I am now properly equipped to hang like a real hammocker. I really could have used it this past weekend, but hey - I still have nine fingers that aren't partially numb. :)
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Mine is expected to be delivered tomorrow! The wait is almost over. Black Friday goodies in April!

Yeah, the picture shows how I configure my straps. Of course, the clip in the photo is where my sewn loop would be. I try to have as little bend as possible in the strap as it's going to the...

Yes. I have 10-ft straps, so I could have definitely wrapped a few times. I'm still too new to have thought of that, though :D

I'll have that in my knowledge bag for next time. Thank you!

Oh OK. I only had one wrap and didn't even think about multiple wraps. Makes sense. Thanks for the info!

I always have the looped end of the strap off to the side, having the hammock end as straight as possible coming from the loop. No "V".

Hello, all. I did an overnighter this past weekend, and it was very windy. Wind was about 15-20 mph with occasional higher gusts. I had been in the hammock for about six hours when I had to go...

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Nice! Have fun fiddling with your setup and getting it dialed in to where you like it. And it IS fun making continuous loops, dog bones, etc.!

I'm way more comfortable in a hammock than in a...

Welcome from Williamsburg! Here's to happy hammocking with your family while everyone is under the same roof.

Sorry to hear about your basement, but this too shall pass.

Congrats on needing more space and people - signs of growth! Best wishes to you in the future.

Am I correct in assuming the...

Pledged! Can't wait to take a nap in the woods in this hammock.

Thanks for the info, guys. I figured sewn-thru was just like it sounds, but I wasn't certain of the difference between how it was constructed compared to baffles. Outdoor Vitals was on my radar for...

What does sewn-thru mean? Are they made in China or no?

Welcome, and Hello from Williamsburg!

Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you had a great day!

Good ideas shared on this thread. I'd just like to list myself as an option if you want to meet for a trip some time. I'm about two hours away from SNP south entrance / Blue Ridge parkway, just to...

I ordered a 20F Ghost Pepper with Coyote Brown outer, Burnt Orange inner, and blue stitching throughout. Might look crazy, but so am I. 85" 800 fill duck down, 5" taper, and flat sewn footbox.
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In a nutshell, the service is great!

Here's the backstory: I ordered a Cayenne Pepper UQ back on 9/28 (or maybe 9/29?). The lead time listed for synthetics was 4 weeks, so I was hoping to get...

Welcome from Virginia! Do you know of any good places to hike/hang around San Diego? I'll be there for Christmas.

I totally agree. I have one, and it takes up more space in my pack than I'd like. It's great otherwise.

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After you've unstaked the tarp, start at the edge and roll the material up to the ridgeline so the skins can slide over the material you just rolled.

Awesome! I have a 6.0 or order. Should get it in 2 or 3 weeks.

Nice! I was just perusing your top quilts - literally minutes ago - and burnt orange is what I was fantasy picking for the inner. Looks good!

Welcome. And good luck on your first hang!

How do you like your Loco Libre Cayenne Pepper? Which degree of insulation did you get?

I've wanted to do this hike but haven't had a chance. I've read about it being difficult, but that'll just provide a bigger sense of accomplishment. Glad you had some good solitude. This section...

Just added myself to the maybe list. Never been to a hang or done an overnighter while hanging - only on the ground. This could be fun.

Hello from Williamsburg across the Chesapeake Bay! Three Ridges is on my list to hike. Have you looked here: http://www.hikingupward.com/GWNF/ThreeRidges/ ? They usually have good info. Anyway,...

Welcome from right up I-64 - Williamsburg.

I should get mine by the end of this month. Can't wait to try it out.

I'm just getting prepared for next bug season ;)

I ordered my bug net, and it came with 1/16" shock cord on the bottom. I haven't field tested it yet. It doesn't seem very sturdy when I pull on it to cinch the net closed and will slip back...

Welcome from southeast VA!!

Nice! Thanks for the followup pics. I just ordered one last night. Can't wait to compress it, pack it, carry it, hang it, and enjoy it.

YES! We love pictures. More pictures of the Cayenne Pepper, please.

Just got mine in the mail today from Simply Light Designs.

For my first ever underquilt, I had been leaning heavily toward getting this UQ. I emailed George the other night about the packability of the Cayenne Pepper - how small it could get. He sent me...

Looking for a good or excellent condition, full length down underquilt. Nothing too obnoxious color-wise. I'm 6'2", so it would have to be long.

Thanks,
Jeff

Thanks for the warm welcomes, everybody!

Here's a nice tutorial on the Becket hitch. I just tie the straps to the whoopies...done! Holds well since the straps aren't slippery. As he says in the video, you don't want to becket hitch one...

I currently use whoopie slings and 7 ft. web straps. I use a Becket hitch knot to secure the slings to the straps. Holds great, easy to tie, and no hardware to keep track of. Very lightweight,...

Thanks for the info, Jimbo. I have a Klymit inflatable pad, but I can't see that being comfy in a hammock.

I'll definitely look for some upcoming group hangs.

I've looked around on the JRB...

Hey, everybody. Just wanted to say hello and tell y'all a little about myself. I've been into hiking for about 3 years now and have been on a couple of overnighters. Both of those were tent...