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I used 3600lb rated D rings and two 10 inch long 3/8" bolts on each end. I got these from home depot near the chains and other towing stuff in the hardware aisle.

I am a little worried about the...

Judging by the "what do you do for work" thread, I expect a lot of people came to hiking/camping through scouts. If I can figure out how to do a poll, I'll attach one to this post. If not, I'll...

DONE!
For the record: I think the 20' length is fine. I put the D rings on the sides of the pillars and I don't hear any creaking or anything while I'm in the hammock. I put them about 6' high on...

Looks like Hennessy is calling for 13'-26', so I'll have to do at least 13


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It seems the ropes are long enough to go the full 20' length, so I think I'll do that, and put the hooks up...

OK I just measured the room and it's 10x20. I am thinking my choices are around 12' or 13.5', based on where the attachment points could be.

Also, it's REALLY cold out there. I was only out for a...

EDIT: DONE! (I think)...


I'm looking to set up my indoor porch for hanging tonight to test out some gear in the single digits. I have some choices of where to put the D rings I'm using, but I...

Bristolview, do I understand correctly that you're using a JRB Weathershield V2 as an overcover? I have one I'm considering using in this configuration in a cold weather trip in a few weeks. I'd...

Well, what did you end up doing and how did it work?

No one has tried a JRB weathershield on top in cold weather?

I'm going to be taking another winter trip after last year's 0F outing.

Last year my setup was:
HH with stock tarp
JRB ORM overquilt
total of 1" of pads (.5" insulmat, 40x60 GG pad and...

I use a 16oz naglene and put both my socks over it to dry them out for the next day and insulate it. It doesn't stay as warm as a 32oz would, but it helps a lot, and my socks fit over it. And in the...

I have two of the wide oware pads and I double one up to 30x40 or so and then put the other one longwise which gets everything but under my feet (I'm short). With creative cutting/taping you could...

If you hang the UQ like JRB says to hang theirs it will work fine without a slit. You can just push it to one side. it's pretty easy to do.

They have R values listed for their 2005 line:
http://www.pacoutdoor.com/2005/index.cfm?action=specifications
The ether thermo lists an R value of 3. This model lists the exact same dimensions and...

IMO

rig the tarp... the wind break will help a lot. The JRB weathershield is this basic idea, though more breathable. bring the pad in case the tarp doesn't work

I bought a silk bag liner this year primarily to deal with hot early-evening temps. I think it's a sea to summit but I forget. It's something like 4.5 oz. I am certain it adds to the comfort temp...

If you really plan to go to -25C you need to do a LOT of testing and not rely on what anyone else says.

0 degrees F. not much wind.

JRB RMS top quilt, two oware pads (one doubled up for triple thickness behind my back) and a .5" insulmat pad. around 1" total pad behind my back. All my clothes I...

Franconia ridge day hike with my wife

not a lean to, an asymmetric diamond. the opposite corners tie to the trees.

I know I already said this, but the 40" wide oware or gg pad will provide a lot more coverage than a 20" pad. and they're only like $25

If price is an issue, keep what you have, it will work fine. Evazote pads are cheap and light. I have one from owareusa, and the gossamer gear wide ones are similar (I hear)
They're more flexible...

Neo's blood is apparently ice water. Newbies shouldn't try to copy him until they figure out what works for them.

OK, I don't have the NS or SPE, so I can't speak with authority. But, if it were me, I'd use the NS UQ, sheandoah TQ and either the WS over that if needed, or OVER the top of the hammock if it's...

you'd be surprised, it actually worked quite well. Certainly no room for error though!

yep, stock tarp. The hammock and pad stayed dry. An UQ might have gotten wet.

I got soaked despite my poncho, since the instant I raised my arms it was like each one turned into a downspout. ...

You need to have both sides of the tarp DOWN and the ridgeline at least 10 inches or so higher than everything else. see my other post for details, but that tarp will fill up with water in a downpour!

I grew up in NC and have been through a bunch of hurricanes and the night of which I speak is the most rain I've ever seen. The water rolled off just fine when it was a "normal" rain, but once the 3...

having been in a deluge my only comment is to be sure that you know what will happen if say 10 gallons of water land on top of the tarp at the same time... if you have anything that isn't pitched...

no offense BB, I get what you're saying, but IMO, 22 oz of polarguard clothing could just as easily be spent on a 22 oz (or less) bag. I bet your BMW clothing is expensive too. Basically you're...

I wouldn't go without a bag (or quilt, or whatever) under 60F. 50 is insane. You're likely to die at that temperature unless you have a lot of clothing which would probably weigh more than your bag...

owareusa.com or
http://shop.bivysack.com/product.sc?categoryId=3&productId=8

Be careful... hammock and tarp is far from a "complete system"

You need to keep warm top/bottom.

I like the extra wide evazote.. I carry it outside my pack strapped on vertically. I can carry one pad by folding in thirds lengthwise and then rolling it. For two pads, I fold them both in half...

IMO, get a very wide pad from oware or gossamer gear, or a SPE
http://shop.bivysack.com/category.sc;jsessionid=C07D93FAE4A7E6C342FB352FB3F4645B.qscstrfrnt02?categoryId=3...

oware has a very strange setup... their ordering page has it listed but their main site does not:

http://shop.bivysack.com/product.sc?categoryId=3&productId=8

please note this thread is old and the weathershield info is out of date. JRB has a new version of the WS.

http://www.jacksrbetter.com/index_files/Weather%20Shield%20T2.htm

coghlan's doesn't mention the weight on their site. I wouldn't be in the least bit surprised if this did NOT weigh 4 oz.

but I can't say for sure.

nope it was definitely slipping... it was steady for a few minutes and then there was a pop and the whole hammock shook... and it was only coming from one tree

I'm now back at home (Just a weekend on the AT, not a thru!)

Well the HH stock tarp did hold up, but only after I moved one side down. After my post the rain died down quite a bit. I did manage...

i am on the ma/ct borderof the AT and didnt realize i was going to be throwing out any supposed attemt at a definition for the term "torrential downpour" ... all i have to say is HOLY CRAP. and i...

oops, of course Pan is right. 11x10. And yes, I like it a lot, but with the extra stakes and lines it's about a pound heavier. I'll take the advice to bring the stock tarp this time. It should be...

85 and rainy during the day, low of 55 or so at night...

Stock HH tarp or 10x11 JRB? I'm leaning towards the stock since it's a lot lighter...

Yep, I do plan to wear the stealth. I've considered bringing my thermawrap jacket, but it seems like overkill since I have the stealth if I need it. If I actually expect temps below 50 or so, I...

Thanks! I'll give that a shot. I will probably carry an oware pad if I think it will be below 60, just in case. That should cover me down to 40F for only 28oz of insulation weight and still be...

I've not hung in hot weather yet. I have a new style jrb weather shield and jrb stealth. I was thinking of using the WS underneath for bug protection and the stealth on top if I got chilly. does...

anyone know how much the stock expedition rope weighs? I'd like to lighten mine but I want to know how much I'll lose before going to the trouble.

I'm in MA. My availability is limited, but I have gone out a couple times this year, once near Rutland VT and once to mt. greylock in ma. I can do overnights, but not very long trips.

Let me know...

I'd call them stuff sacks, but since they're air tight you can roll the top and compress with your hands and then seal them. I roll with my fingers and push down with my knuckles. They don't have...

I have the walmart ones. there's nothing wrong with them as far as I can tell
$10 for 3 in 3 sizes.