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    Welcome!

    Welcome to the forum. I lived in Jacksonville for a spell...:cool:
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    That's exactly how I got my nickname! My wife...

    That's exactly how I got my nickname! My wife laughingly called me a yard dog the first time that I slept in the yard with my first hammock. :D

    I actually did some back yard testing of my own...
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    Poll: I might be interested, but it would depend on the...

    I might be interested, but it would depend on the date. I have a Scout trip planned for the 15th - 17th. I would probably have to do a one-nighter on Friday the 22nd.

    I know where Uwharrie...
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    Sticky: Hey, thanks! I didn't know this spreadsheet...

    Hey, thanks! I didn't know this spreadsheet existed. It's such good information, I've added it to my bookmarks.
  5. Thread: Snoring

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    That's my philosophy and I'm sticking to it!...

    That's my philosophy and I'm sticking to it! :laugh:
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    Another vote each for the Blackbird and the 3S...

    Another vote each for the Blackbird and the 3S Yeti. Also another vote for Dutch clips!
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    I've not been there yet, but it's one of the...

    I've not been there yet, but it's one of the places on my list! Thanks for the pictures.
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    My 2 cents worth

    It's pretty ingenious, but the guy must have way too much time on his hands! :lol:
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    But... you can't do that... you started the...

    But... you can't do that... you started the thread! :eek:
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    Another vote for Dutch Clips

    Mine just arrived yesterday. Got out a needle and thread and affixed them to the loops as shown on the Dutch Clip video. Now I'm ready to go! :D
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    Sounds like they're popular even if they are...

    Sounds like they're popular even if they are heavy!
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    I have an Etowah 10 X 12 Sil-Nylon tarp and love...

    I have an Etowah 10 X 12 Sil-Nylon tarp and love it!

    As a side note, Paul (the owner) is involved in Scouting and gives Scouts a nice discount off the MSRP of his gear. You can use the "Contact...
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    Sounds like a great trip. I'd be interested to...

    Sounds like a great trip. I'd be interested to find out how low the Friday night temp gets. It's supposed to get down to the upper 20s here in Charlotte.
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    Looking forward to seeing pics of the Batman tarp!

    Looking forward to seeing pics of the Batman tarp!
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    I'll echo everyone else's comments... great...

    I'll echo everyone else's comments... great report! I've never been to the area, but it's definitely going on my "good" to do list!
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    Looks like it's down. I can't get to it either.

    Looks like it's down. I can't get to it either.
  17. I'll take it if the deal with Hanson falls...

    I'll take it if the deal with Hanson falls through. PM sent.
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    Me Too!

    Got my box in the mail yesterday! Contained my brand spankin' new Warbonnet 3 season Yeti! :boggle: Can't wait to use it in a little over a week.

    Thanks Warbonnet Guy!
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    Yeti with Skeeter Beeter?

    Does anyone have any experience using one of Brandon's 3-season Yetis with a Skeeter Beeter hammock? I've ordered a Yeti and plan on using it with my SB (the regular version not the Pro). Brandon...
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    Another Etowah customer here

    I have an Etowah 10X12 silnylon tarp that I bought directly from Etowah. If you haven't found it already, check out Etowah's web site at www.etowahoutfitters.com. I've been happy with mine and...
  21. Thread: carabiners

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    In the model that I got (back in April) the ropes...

    In the model that I got (back in April) the ropes were already knotted at regular intervals. That's what kept the rope together after it was looped.
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    Great video. I think our Scout Troop will be...

    Great video. I think our Scout Troop will be hiking a section of the Foothills Trail in November, so this was especially relevent for me! ;)
  23. Thread: Knot info

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    Two half hitches on the first tree, then a...

    Two half hitches on the first tree, then a trucker's hitch on the second. That way, I can pull the ridge line really tight. To secure the trucker's hitch, I tie what I call a taut line hitch "on a...
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    I'm 6'1" and 220 pounds. IMHO, the "non-Pro"...

    I'm 6'1" and 220 pounds. IMHO, the "non-Pro" Skeeter Beeter would be fine for you. Check the following link:

    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AIFIAI/ref=ox_ya_oh_product
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    I have the Skeeter Beeter (not Pro - purchased in...

    I have the Skeeter Beeter (not Pro - purchased in the spring). Mine has the shock cord net suspension and the double zipper as well.
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    Consider the Skeeter Beeter

    I've had one since the spring and have used it on several occasions. You don't have to go to the Skeeter Beeter Pro to get a bug net... the Skeeter Beeter has one too (hence the name;)). I don't...
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    Especially if they're Italian bears! :lol:

    Especially if they're Italian bears! :lol:
  28. Status of backpacking camp sites at Stone Mt. State Park, NC

    This past weekend (July 4th), my son and I backpacked and "hammocked" at Stone Mountain State Park, NC. We were fortunate enough to stay in the coveted Site F. As we were leaving, we happened upon...
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    I'm going to call the park office in the next day...

    I'm going to call the park office in the next day or so... to see if it's really true. I'll post back here with my findings.
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    Very much so! On a related note... I was...

    Very much so!

    On a related note... I was talking to a park employee as we were leaving yesterday. I told him how much we enjoyed our stay (it was our first at Stone Mt.). He asked which site we...
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    I did that with my son this past (July 4th)...

    I did that with my son this past (July 4th) weekend... Site F at Stone Mountain State Park in NC. It was fantastic!
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    I've gotten down to 55 degrees buy using a foam...

    I've gotten down to 55 degrees buy using a foam pad that I got from Wal-Mart ($5 or $6 - the thin, flat one... not the egg crate style), along with a sleeping bag. I just put the pad in the hammock,...
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    Backpacking and hammocking with my son at Stone...

    Backpacking and hammocking with my son at Stone Mountain State Park (NC) :D
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    I seem to remember using vinegar to set dye on...

    I seem to remember using vinegar to set dye on Easter eggs when I was a kid! :)
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    OK... I'm still new at this... what is HAAB?

    OK... I'm still new at this... what is HAAB?
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    At the risk of being labeled a "gram weenie"...

    At the risk of being labeled a "gram weenie" :scared:, what is the actual weight? Is it 2 pounds on the dot?
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    Thanks for posting the URL JPC! :)

    Thanks for posting the URL JPC! :)
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    I got a Skeeter Beeter (not the Pro) from Amazon...

    I got a Skeeter Beeter (not the Pro) from Amazon for $42.04, with free shipping. I've been pleased with the quality so far (it's still relatively new).
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    Mine's supposed to arrive on the 18th. I'll let...

    Mine's supposed to arrive on the 18th. I'll let you know. ;)
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    Add me to the list of purchasers as well! :D

    Add me to the list of purchasers as well! :D
  41. Thread: Yeti question

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    I second kellyk7's motion... give us the...

    I second kellyk7's motion... give us the "complete skinny" MedicineMan! :drool:
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    And the price?

    And the price?
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    I second AngrySparrow's suggestion of the Skeeter...

    I second AngrySparrow's suggestion of the Skeeter Beeter. I'm new to hanging and got one on Amazon for $42.04 plus free super saver shipping (if you can wait a week). For that price, I was leery of...
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    Is the underquilt in the video one of your...

    Is the underquilt in the video one of your creations? If so, I'd like some more info!
  45. Thread: Noob Question

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    I'll apologize in advance for the dumb...

    I'll apologize in advance for the dumb question... I'm new and still learning! Are you talking about a double layer Blackbird, with the insulation placed between the layers?
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    Comment for NCPatrick

    Never mind... I found the video (it's on this site... duh :o). I watched it and you said that it was site A. Thanks for posting the video. I will definitely refer back to it when I get ready to...
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    I don't know about lightning, but I do agree that...

    I don't know about lightning, but I do agree that you've always got to check for those "widowmakers" in the trees :rolleyes: whether you're in a tent or hanging!
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    Comment for Carolinahammockhanger

    Thanks for the report, and especially the pictures. I've got to plan a trip there!
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    Question for NCPatrick

    I've watched one of your videos (which I think was at Stone Mountain). Was it at site F?

    Thanks for your critique of some of the other sites as well. I've tucked that info away for future...
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    Great trip report! Thanks for sharing. :)

    Great trip report! Thanks for sharing. :)
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