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    Before you go crazy buying a sewing machine, ...

    Before you go crazy buying a sewing machine, keep in mind that if you got the tablecloth blanks you could take it to a local tailor and have them sew the end channels in and/or sew the two sheets...
  2. Davigilante, Thank you for those pictures,...

    Davigilante,

    Thank you for those pictures, you just made me extremely homesick. I grew up in Star Valley and hunted/hiked/camped all through Gros Ventre (Grovaant as the locals call it) and the...
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    I'll jump in, if the first buyer backs out.

    I'll jump in, if the first buyer backs out.
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    bump to the top

    bump to the top
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    WTB Bridge Hammock

    Looking for a bridge hammock, I have never had the opportunity to try one and wanted to before I give it up all up and go back to the ground. The gathered end hammocks are just not working for me...
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    WTB: Hennessy Cub Zip

    All,

    I am looking for a couple Hennessy Cub Zip hammocks. Any reasonable offers considered.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    i have a made a few of them. Even have made some...

    i have a made a few of them. Even have made some blackbird clones that have been sized down for a kid.

    http://www.hammockforums.net/gallery/files/1/4/0/1/img_5150_802923_thumb.jpg

    One word of...
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    2nd in line, in case the other falls through.

    2nd in line, in case the other falls through.
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    still looking. Thanks, BG ______

    still looking.

    Thanks,

    BG
    ______
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    still looking. Thanks, BG

    still looking.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    WTB: Hennessy Cub Zip

    All,

    I am looking for 1-2 Hennessy Cub Zip hammocks. Any reasonable offers considered.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    My daughter would like to enter also. She has...

    My daughter would like to enter also. She has outgrown the gathered end hammock I made her and it has passed on to her younger brother.

    BG
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    Welcome Helmer, Warbonnet Hammocks announced...

    Welcome Helmer,

    Warbonnet Hammocks announced in November that they were partnering with a European distributor. It should be a whole lot cheaper to get Warbonnet products now in Europe.
    ...
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    That is what I used also last week, but I didn't...

    That is what I used also last week, but I didn't know if it was still working. That is great that it is still working. It makes the deal even sweeter.
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    Coyote Brown Ripstop -- Awesome Deal

    Oware doesn't get a lot of air time on this forum for some reason. Even though they carry fabric and tarps. I think it is because they are primarily focused on the ground dwellers with most of...
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    I'm in! 1. Yet another M90 pillow! 2. New...

    I'm in!

    1. Yet another M90 pillow!
    2. New Emberlit stove
    6. Pair whoopie slings in 7/64 Amsteel
    7. Amsteel adjustable ridgeline
    3, 4, & 5. Mini gear hammock. Three of these are available.

    ...
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    I'm in!!! Thanks, BG

    I'm in!!!

    Thanks,

    BG
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    True ingenuity! I was wondering when the next...

    True ingenuity! I was wondering when the next big thing would come out, this seems like a good starting point.

    BG
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    sweet, I am in. Happy 11-11-11...magic...

    sweet, I am in.

    Happy 11-11-11...magic day...so maybe I might just win them. lol
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    If you think you will primarily be hammock...

    If you think you will primarily be hammock camping, I would go with a fractional under quilt (such as the warbonnet yeti) and then use a torso length CCF pad under your hips and feet if needed. If...
  21. Synthetic Quilts - Yes

    I don't believe I have seen an interchangeable quilt with down. However, if you do some searching you will find that this concept has been explored quite successfully by the synthetic insulation...
  22. I have built grizz beak clones out of regular...

    I have built grizz beak clones out of regular ripstop and also ripstop that had a light DWR treatment. Both have worked very well in the rain and wind. I prefer the DWR treated ones because they...
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    How wide is it? I am gathering materials to make...

    How wide is it? I am gathering materials to make another kids hammock. I may be interested depending on how much you were looking to get rid of.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    Nice job, do you have a website or process to...

    Nice job, do you have a website or process to purchase them?

    Thanks,

    BG
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    Given the rules can the thread be re-titled to...

    Given the rules can the thread be re-titled to Members Only PIF? That would help distinguish it from the other PIF's that get posted here. Just a thought.

    bg
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    Too me it just a matter of knee-jerk product...

    Too me it just a matter of knee-jerk product differentiation due to a drop in Clark's market share. I hold little stock in their marketing data.

    I think that the Clark's data in question is a...
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    I just wrap the line directly above the d-ring,...

    I just wrap the line directly above the d-ring, and then tuck the tail into the wrap. I have used this method for two years now and it works for me. I have used it with mason line and triptease with...
  28. Thread: Tarp Flyz

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    This discussion thread is turning out to be epic,...

    This discussion thread is turning out to be epic, something that may end up being a defining moment in hammock forum history. I am having a hard time not sitting on this thread and constantly...
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    I have done it both ways (all edges hemmed versus...

    I have done it both ways (all edges hemmed versus only the inner layer where the pad slides into). Both work for me, I am not a sewing expert by any means, so take it with a grain of salt.
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    Updated Instructions

    I finally got around to updating these instructions to include the feedback I had recieved from other members who had used them. Please take a look and let me know if you have any questions or...
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    Updated Instructions

    I finally got around to updating my double layer hammock instructions and I have included a section on how to build the WBB clone of the shelf/footbox.

    I debated about putting the WBBB clone...
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    looks like OR website says they are...

    looks like OR website says they are 'Water-resistant urethane coated nylon'
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    WTT Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 15

    All,

    I was going through the gear closet and realized I have too much stuff, but instead of worrying about selling it, I wanted to try something new and see if I could make a trade.

    I have a...
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    Payment Sent! THanks, BG

    Payment Sent!

    THanks,

    BG
  35. I might be blind, but I think my entry for 200ft...

    I might be blind, but I think my entry for 200ft of the black disappeared.
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    How about calling them the marlin ladder clip...

    How about calling them the marlin ladder clip (mlc)?
  37. I added myself to the list for 200ft 7/64 black. ...

    I added myself to the list for 200ft 7/64 black.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    I sent you a pm so that this thread also doesn't...

    I sent you a pm so that this thread also doesn't go to to pay-to-play oblivion. P2P was the saddest thing I have seen on this board.

    Good luck.

    Bg
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    got to pay to play on this forum for anything...

    got to pay to play on this forum for anything outside of hammocks.
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    Can we get the Ti-eye in 8in instead of 6in? I...

    Can we get the Ti-eye in 8in instead of 6in? I know that for the windy conditions with my tarp that a longer stake has worked better for me. I would be interested in 10 8inchers 4 6inchers and 4...
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    Sprinter

    I think the ultimate would be a Sprinter van converted to your wants and desires. Lots of head room for living and hanging a hammock inside shouldn't be a problem given its length and cabin height. ...
  42. Thread: alaska

    by BlackGoat
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    The slime line is the worst. I spent two summers...

    The slime line is the worst. I spent two summers up there working at a cannery . That is some of the hardest work and the longest hours I have seen. It does pay relatively decent though.

    Good...
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    I had success with using a 30 degree cheap bag. ...

    I had success with using a 30 degree cheap bag. I believe it was a long and fit pretty well over my entire hammock. I used it and a closed cell foam pad when I was first starting and was able to...
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    I wouldn't count on the store being open so you...

    I wouldn't count on the store being open so you can buy firewood. In addition they have a lot of junk/wet wood they sell. Instead if you are coming in the Jersey side and a few minutes before you...
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    I missed your previous question, but no I won't...

    I missed your previous question, but no I won't be there unfortunately.

    Thanks,

    BG
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    I would pass on the group camping areas. It...

    I would pass on the group camping areas. It seemed, most of them had been cleared out a bit to handle the larger groups. There were not as many hanging options in those sites. The sites along the...
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    I would definitely recommend Dingmans Ferry...

    I would definitely recommend Dingmans Ferry campground, especially for a winter camp. More than likely you will be the only group there and there are free showers with hot water and decent...
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    Nice instructions. I do believe that the shelve...

    Nice instructions. I do believe that the shelve and footbox are all one piece on the WBBB and it has a reinforcement patch over the connecting neck. If you cut it out all in one piece it should...
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    Take an old knife and heat the blade up until its...

    Take an old knife and heat the blade up until its red hot and then it will slice through the foam and leave a nice clean edge that won't flake. Just don't breathe the fumes.

    I have done this...
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    I have used the Joanns organza with good success....

    I have used the Joanns organza with good success. It was stronger then the tulle bugnets I made and has held up alot better. I have used it as a tube and also as a permanently sewed on bugnet.
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