UQ, no question.
Type: Posts; User: jeroldharter
UQ, no question.
I have both. I don't think you will find much difference.
If I bought a Hennessy now, I would get bottom entry (cheaper) and then get the 2QZQ mod to have zippers on both sides and sew the bottom...
Ditto.
The farther you move the tarp away from your face, the cooler you will be. I removed the Hennessy tarp and use a Warbonnet tarp which allows a lot more flexibility when positioning the...
I have a Warbonnet tarp with an accessory door kit. Had never used doors before that but often wished I had them! These doors assemble and disassemble easily. I would not get a hammock tarp without...
You could use the snakeskins for your hammock but detach the tarp, ties it off to the trees, and store it separately in a bishop sack.
That way you can set up and take down the hammock under the...
You should mix the solution as follows:
1 part 10% stock solution + 19 parts water = 0.5% solution
I would get a fleece with a footbox. Also, you should check out Coolmax or silk sleeping bag liners. I really like the silk ones for summer.
I like the retro aspects of wool, but it would be...
These are excellent for ground camping.
I use mine in a hammock partially inflated for insulation. Works down to ~45 degrees for me. They fit nicely in the bottom sleeve of a Big Agnes sleeping...
You might add some bungee cord as self-tensioners to the tarp guy lines.
I noted that you hung your pack on the tree. I try to avoid that unless I am sure that no sap, resin, thorns, ants, etc....
I was just getting ready to try whoopie slings for my tarp! I understand why they might not be the best for getting super taut. But for the hammock tarp (as opposed to a cooking tarp,etc.) I thought...
FWIW I have several tarps and CCS is tops in quality. But that design of a perimeter grosgrain strip would only work with a rectangular tarp.
I don't do much backpacking but I sympathize with the weigh issues. However, I would rather be tired than cold. So I would get a full length underquilt and enjoy myself. No fussing with pads and such...
I am no expert, but I think you are way off on the concentration.
The commercial Sawyer permethrin spray that many people use to stray on clothing and hammocks is 0.5%. The standard concentrate...
I have several tarps including the Warbonnet Mamjamba tarp with side pullouts. It is an excellent hammock tarp. Very well made. The ridgeline seam does not need to be sealed. If you get side...
Hammocks are generally lighter than tents but cold weather is a limitation. I think if you use standard gear and not ultra-ultralight gear then the weight is about the same in cold weather. For me...
These are nice poles that can be used for a tarp:
http://www.shop.cookecustomsewing.com/category.sc;jsessionid=8D69299A3D244B2E9E0B054C3944E989.qscstrfrnt02?categoryId=32
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Not exactly what you are asking, but consider a Boundary Waters trip in the summer. Fly to Ely, MN and there are many outfitters their who can set you up with a wonderful trip.
Sounds like you got the hang of it with the pitch angle and asymmetrical lie.
When you are in the hammock, you can reach over your head and grab the scrunched up fabric at the top and pull...
You could save even more weight by swapping the carabiners for toggles and a Marlin spike hitch. Saves a little bulk as well.
I suggest buying them from WhoopieSlings.com. I bought mine from there and they have them sized properly for converting the Hennessy ropes. Very fast shipping too.
You could just use the original ropes on the hammock with rings. I did that at first. Then I chanced across a couple of whoopie slings. They are so much smaller and lighter than the Hennessy rope and...
If it is really buggy, these bug gloves make sitting around camp much more enjoyable:
http://www.cabelas.com/mens-lightweight-hunting-gloves-shannons-bug-tamer-8482-mitts-2.shtml
I think these...
I would get a tarp for each hammock so that each setup is self sufficient. It might be hard to find the perfect spot where you can hang all of those hammocks and get them under a single tarp.
A...
What kind of hammock?
Welcome. I'm in Stevens Point. You live in a great area for the outdoors. You should add fly fishing to you activity list! You are in a great spot for bass.
No. :(
I found the source for toggles at Whoopie Slings.
http://shop.whoopieslings.com/Toggles-TOG.htm
Nice.
Did you make that toggle or buy it? I found a source for those once and now I can't find it.
I have a Hennessy hammock and have tried to stay warm in vain. I just picked up an UQ and that is the ticket. No space blanket and dry grass trying to keep my butt warm - just 900 fill goose down.
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Well, I had some time this morning to fuss about with the gear. I found out a couple of things which might seem obvious but I thought I would port them.
The UQ's fit much better if the hammock's...
Thanks. I think I need to tighten up the shock cords and do something with the center loop on the head end. Also, I found this recent thread:
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I just received my 3 season Incubator and top quilt today and took them for a test run in the park with my WBBB hammock. I have some questions about the Incubator.
I figured out the foot end and...
You must be part of a minority group - those who actually pay federal income taxes. Better watch what you wish for. Their job is to extract as much money as they can from 49% of the population which...
I did not write the title or post the thread. I am making legitimate posts that are in line with the content of the thread.
If you think this thread is off-topic, then why not move it to the...
It is a very nice tarp. I like the dual rings on each of the ridge line tie outs which make adjusting it very easy with small ropes. Sil-Net is the only sealer I am aware of and it works fine. You...
No. My doors are not sewn in. They attach and detach without sewn seams.
I was talking about the optional side pull-out tabs that are sewn in. The tread penetrates the fabric so it should be...
I am used to using masking tape to mask the straight seams for a clean edge. Any tricks for masking a circle?
My understanding is that the main ridge line seam on the Mamajamba tarp does not need seam sealer.
On my tarp, I had the side pullouts sewn in. Do those need to be sealed? I think they do but...
You know best what you like and don't like. That is a large hammock, hence the "double" designation.
As with most gear, one is not enough. You might buy a dissimilar hammock and compare the two...
I would get the Warbonnet tarp. I fact, I just did. I bought the WBBB and the Mamjamba Tarp, which are apparently en route.
I have 2 Guide Gear Tarps, a Kondos tarp and a Cooke Custom Sewing...
I do to, but it costs 20x as much as the concentrate which you can dilute easily into the same Sawyer spray bottle. I easily go through 2 Sawyer bottles every spring, so I picked up some of the...
Ditto. I don't sew, buy Silnylon is great material for a tarp. The 1.1 oz stuff is very strong and lightweight. Completely waterproof. That look like a good price too.
Yes.
50 degrees ambient temp with a 20 degree pad on top and a ground pad underneath should be fine.
I have a 20 degree Marmot down bag and a 20 degree Big Agnes synthetic bag. The top part of...
You might scrap the snake skins and replace them with a bishop sack from Arrowhead:
http://arrowheadequipment.webs.com/apps/webstore/products/show/1377690
It might even be easier to stuff...
The title of the thread is "HDR" WB gear, or something like that. So tripods are not too off topic because you need a tripod to do HDR and someone asked that question.
If you can only get 10" off the ground, I suppose you could improvise with a loaded stuff sack and save the weight of a Gorillapod altogether.
When I use a medium format camera when travelling and...
Here are a couple of shots of my larger Feisol tripod:
I would not consider a Gorillapod a tripod. It is more like a trinket for P&S cameras which is fine if that is what is required. But if you truly need the versatility and stability of a tripod,...
I am waiting on my 3-season incubator with 2 oz of overfill and a 3-season top quilt. Can't wait to get it and try it out.
Did you use that with a Warbonnet Blackbird? How did that fit? I will...
Couldn't you just as easily pass the tag end of the line through the Prussik loop and to use it like a truckers hitch? Then tie the quick release half hitch to the Prussik loop. You would not even...