MollyMacGear web site is updated with information on the Molly Mac Gear Box and the IX Hammock Sock.
The IX Hammock Sock was first described in this thread.
- MacEntyre
MollyMacGear web site is updated with information on the Molly Mac Gear Box and the IX Hammock Sock.
The IX Hammock Sock was first described in this thread.
- MacEntyre
- MacEntyre
"We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." - Ben Franklin
www.MollyMacGear.com
Just what I was looking for... so conceivably... using the IX sock, you could use your 3 season quilts in the winter? or a 4 season UQ and a 3 season TQ?
Yes!Originally Posted by Harpo63
I used mine with the PeaPod in 13*F and had to ventilate the PPod. I used it at Mt Rogers in 8*F with four layers of IX and was toasty.
It is amazing how much warmth the top provides.
- MacEntyre
- MacEntyre
"We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." - Ben Franklin
www.MollyMacGear.com
I've watched a couple of your videos the last few days. I have just a few questions about the IX 3/4 UQ. I've worked hard to get my ENO DBN just right, so I don't want to end up sleeping like a Taco. I've seen the ENO Ember, and I'm just not convinced about the fit. What type of cut is the 3/4 IX UQ? Is it a differential cut? Does it also have draw cords at each end in addition to the long axis? Would it be possible to get a custom made UQ, I'm thinking about a outside layer of ripstop followed by Ix then polyester poncho liner, and then a final layer of ix? Good job on your video presentations. I've read a lot of your posts, it's good to put a face to a name. Thanks.
Yes! That guarantees a tiny separation of the layers, which is necessary with IX.
BTW, the bottom of the IX Hammock Sock is differential cut as well.
There are no drawcords at all! The IX UQs are heavily darted, so they have the right shape from the beginning. At each end are long loops of shock cord tied to the corners. All you have to do is adjust the tension to get rid of any gaps.
I'll provide a custom cover for the existing IX UQs, but I am not set up to add insulation other than IX.
What you have described sounds like an AHE KAQ with the IX option. Check them out!
You are entyrely welcome! Thank you!
I've said recently that the Baby Orca, the 3/4 IX UQ with black breathable nylon outer cover, is my favorite... but I am sure that when the snow flies, the IX Hammock Sock once again will be my favorite. I used it a lot last winter. I'm looking forward to using it in conjunction with the Baby Orca, as well as my Vintage Speer Snugfit and Speer IIIA Hammock!
It's funny... I never use a bugnet in the summer, but I always use a sock in the winter!
- MacEntyre
- MacEntyre
"We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." - Ben Franklin
www.MollyMacGear.com
will the hammock sock work with a WBBB, or is there a custom model for the WBBB?
Also, using the sock would you also need an IX UQ or would you just use some other form of insulation (old sleeping bag, etc.)...
I've figured out how to make UQs that fit WB hammocks, and work for everyone else as well! The IX Hammock Sock I just made is for a Traveler, and will work for all gathered end hammocks... unless you want to use the Blackbird tie outs.
When I made the IX Hammock Sock for the Traveler, I also made another one for the Blackbird that allows you to use the tie outs. It uses Paul Gibson's BBO for a top. I did not want to make a one piece sock, and then put slits in it for the tie-outs, which would not allow the SEEP to close completely. So, I made it for use with the BBO top.
So, Yes! I have an IX Hammock Sock for the WBBB, and it uses the BBO for a top!
Depends on two things:
1) how many layers of IX are in the sock, and
2) how cold is it!
An IX Hammock Sock with one layer of IX (plus a Torso Heater, which I put in everything) may get you to freezing by itself. Three layers of IX in the Sock should get you to zeroF.
- MacEntyre
- MacEntyre
"We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." - Ben Franklin
www.MollyMacGear.com
Umm... Im trying to picture this... The WBBB IX hammock sock is basically the BBO and IX UQ combined- sewed together or two seperate pieces?
No, it is the BBO plus the IX Hammock Sock without the top. The lower portion of the MMG IX Hammock Sock is made like a dory, with a bottom and two sides, radically shaped so they come together at the ends.
The IX UQ is one piece heavily darted. There are no darts in the IX Hammock Sock, but the bottom has layers that are differentially cut, and a Torso Heater inside.
No need to sew them together. They are separate pieces that overlap. The IX Hammock Sock goes right up to the BB netting.
Clear as mud?
- MacEntyre
"We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." - Ben Franklin
www.MollyMacGear.com
clear as mucky mud! Thanks Mac
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