I have had similar experience to MacEntyre. I have two layers and with a pad have been down to 11 degrees and warm. I think this stuff (IX) really shines as an UQ.
I have had similar experience to MacEntyre. I have two layers and with a pad have been down to 11 degrees and warm. I think this stuff (IX) really shines as an UQ.
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Thanks to Sclittlefield... I finally used my IX I bought some time ago...
Made my UQ to specs with one difference: I cut the shell wider and instead of binding the edges with GG, I wrapped the 1.1 ripstop over the top edge and sewed through, using the ripstop as end and side channels.
The only problem I have is that as I shift about, the quilt scrunches up lengthwise, and shortens up a bit, lowering away from the hammock in the process. A few minutes later, my butt gets cold... I like the fact that there is shock cord along the sides, as it makes a very good seal. I might just lock the shock cord in the side channels with a few tight stitches and see how that works.
I have a real long hammock (11') so I approximated a triangle thingie with a 6' length of cord, and use cordlocks as toggles to hold up the south-end of the UQ. It is definitely warm on my back, but I struggle with getting it adjusted to be warm on my butt. (I have the same issue with my KAQ when it gets on the colder side outside... I'm wondering if I have it Too tight...)
So now I have 3 quilts: KAQ lost river, PLUQ, and a 3-layer IX... I figure I could nest the IX and the KAQ for colder temps. These now give me the option to camp with both my children: my daughter (Bookworm-12) and son (Projects Force at at Distance - 9) though he prefers a different name...
John
"Do or do not, there is no try." -- Yoda
Seeing as this stuff needs a small gap in between layers to work effectively, do you think that mesh sewn in between the IX layers would make it more effective? I know it would be a little heavier but it's just a thought.
ChrisH, a differential cut weighs nothing. Just make each layer bigger by an inch all the way around.
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Thanks, Rat! I'm in a hurry these days... trying to get all the orders shipped before Christmas, including your Molly Pouches!
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Right, ok. I don't have a hammock yet (i'm in research mode) but when I do buy or make one I will be giving this a try. Thanks
6.50 a yard is great and I plan to make two UQ's for my sons only the shipping on 8 yards is $50 dollars thats a killer from NC to AZ!
I don't think the shipping is correct on the web site. Call Tree to Tree and ask!
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