Having made a net tent for a tarp before I would highly recommend adding pullouts (not sure if that's the right word) for the walls to give yourself more space inside. Basically add something that...
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Having made a net tent for a tarp before I would highly recommend adding pullouts (not sure if that's the right word) for the walls to give yourself more space inside. Basically add something that...
I've been wanting to make a grizz bridge for a while now. This might be the version that finally sits me down at the table. Will your design video be a complete tutorial...or should I study up on...
Awesome work! Big props on planning and execution. I can't wait to see the final product.
This seems like an easy DIY with the right plastic.
Alright,
For those of you that I have written to, telling you that I'd send your stuff out, your stuff has shipped.
I did get $11 from someone, that I can't account for. If you sent me $11 for...
For those of you that PM'd me, I haven't forgotten about you...
It seems I might have picked the worst time to try and get rid of this stuff. We were on vacation for the past week, and work has...
It seems I'm a little low on boxes. It'll take me a few days to track down boxes (I work a lot the next few days) and get shipping estimates done.
I used to sew professionally, just got tired of it I guess. I still do hobbyist stuff, so I've kept some of my scraps, but I have way too much to not call it hoarding.
Everyone who's pm'd me...
Hey Everyone!
I'm getting out of the sewing gig, and I have amassed a ton of random straps and things. My wife doesn't understand why I don't want to throw them away, but I do need to get rid of...
I think it'll work. I have a lot of experience working with these slippery fabrics and though it can be a pain, it's definitely doable. It just takes times to learn how to manage the material. The...
Grizz, you're such an awesome contributor! You could very easily keep all these ideas to yourself, but you share share share. I'll be looking forward to the build-a-grizz videos!
Keep being...
Man, I've been out of the hammock game for a while and it looks like there has been a lot of progress made since then. Really nice work!
I did a little searching, but couldn't find much info on BB...
Well, let's see...The type of silicone you use is probably important. The suggested adhesive in the article was GE Silicone II (clear), that's what I used and it has worked real well. You can get...
If you are a member of backpackinglight.com you should check out the latest DIY article on laminating pullouts onto silnylon. It's a super easy process that involves no stitching and provides a nice...
I built my HH with a bottom entry and still like it, but a zipper is really convenient. That being said, a bottom entry is going to be a lot lighter. If you're trying to go ultralight I'd stay with...
My Hennessy clone has a slit. For pics here's the post.
It's super simple to do. I took the finished hammock, cut down the center where I wanted the slit to be, sewed velcro on, closed the...
Dang. I was really hoping I was going to be safe. I've made a hammock out of 1.1 and I haven't put any mosquito netting on it yet. So I was considering building some kind of enclosure around it...
Is 1.1 Ripstop mosquito proof?
What do you guys use while hiking in mosquito country?
Flange and Gumby, I've updated the list with respect to your last posts...sorry this one didn't work out for you gumby.
Fe02, you can still get in on this buy. Take a look at this post for...
Welcome Flange,
When you say 50 yds, do you mean of breathable/sil, 1.1/1.9?
Thanks!
Cameron, Thanks for taking the time to call them. If they're getting it in next week, and we are indeed in the queue, then I should be getting samples sooner or later.
I didn't get around to calling Magna this week because I've been super swamped with work, so I don't know where we stand.
If anyone wants to call them and find out how behind they are (e.g. if we...
Thanks Preacha, I've updated the list.
I'm confident that Magna will eventually get us going...but I think it'll be a little while. I'll give them a call next week and try and find out how backed...
Thanks Cavediver, I've updated you on the list.
No updates on Magna yet, though.
Thanks for the bump. Not yet.
Has anyone made a lightweight/small backpacking hammock-style chair? I'd like to make something that stuffs real small and is real light for day trips or whatever to use as a lounger of sorts. Any...
Yeah, the walls worked great for warmth. Stepping in from the outside it was immediately and very noticeably warmer. The walls had the added benefit of creating a sort of lounger to sit against...
I just got back yesterday from an overnight in the back country. It was a gorgeous day on the hike in, clear skys, probably about 35-40 degrees and around 10' of snow. I brought my homemade black...
Thanks Preacha....you're updated!
John, I've updated you on the list. I don't know when this whole thing will go down, it just depends on how quickly they can get caught up I suppose. I'm in the same boat as you with projects. I...
Elephant tusks would be awesome!
bmike: count me in if your buddy wants to make them and they're not too expensive.
Alright, the list has been updated for those of you who have added details and shown interest.
For those of you that are waiting on the sidelines, make sure you keep your eyes on this thread. I...
Thanks Skar, I've made that note.
Do you mean urethane coated nylon?
Lol. A few friends and I really enjoy camping off the ground...but an even smaller group of friends and I really enjoy getting way off the ground. The highest I've ever been was 400' (I'll talk to...
Cool! Thanks for sharing. I wonder if my dogs would enjoy a hammock...never really thought of it before. I think it would be fun to make one of those square jobs, but I don't know where I would...
Skar and Macfly: Thanks for the specifics! I've updated your entry on the list above. And I assumed that you were indiscriminate about what weight of sil you get, or do you prefer one (1.1, or 1.9)...
Tim: Updated
Mule and HC4U: I've updated the list above.
HC: I just put a little question mark behind your entry.
Okay, I'm trying something new. Above is the updated list in more of a table format so I can see more easily what we're looking for. Please, everyone take a look at the "table" and tell me what...
The Updated List
Person__________1.9 Breathable_______1.9 Sil___________1.1 Breathable_____1.1 Sil
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Update: I spoke with Larry directly today (I even got his cell phone number). When I called him he was loading some kind of large shipping container and was obviously very busy. He was very...
Thanks for all the advice. Based on what you've all been saying I won't be trying to set up the hammock inside the snow cave. I would like to try the setup in the pictures, but I think the class...
Yeah, I know it's taking a long time, but I'm still optimistic. We've got a good order prepared for them, and if they finally get caught up we could all come away with a real sweet deal.
Yeah, evidently the guy I need to talk to is really busy so he's having trouble getting caught up on orders. I got a hold of them today and they apologized and took my information again.
Can it be done? Can you set up a hammock inside a snow cave?
I don't know anything about snow, really, or snow anchors, so I'm not sure if this is possible. But I've attached a picture of an...
I'd also buy some if he wants to make 'em!
No contact with Magna today, and they didn't answer the phone...I'll keep calling them and let y'all know when I get a hold of them. Hopefully things will go smooth once we get an order going.
I second that! Good work Grizz and thanks for always sharing.
FF: Looking forward to seeing pictures of how yours turns out....good luck!
I've also got a Ray-Way quilt with the alpine upgrade and I love it. I've used it in my HH super shelter in sub freezing temps and had to shed clothing to avoid being too warm. The lowest I've been...