Another first DIY hammock (pics)

**Nclarkii** · 02-15-2011, 09:08

I thought you guys might enjoy seeing the results of a using 72"(!) wide 1.9 oz ripstop (Ebay, 3.50 per yard) to create a double layer HHDJ style but with gathered ends. I ended up copying 2QZQ's mod 4 design for the zip-off bugnet. I also included a removable/adjustable ridgeline. The only "mistake" I made was in the location of the openings between the layers -- I put them in the middle of the long sides of the asym diamond rather than in the short sides which makes inserting a pad slightly more cumbersome.

I need to re-whip the thing to get it just right but holy jeez is this thing comfy. The 72" width creates a huge sweet spot and an extremely flat lay. Not the lightest hammock by any means, but I mostly car camp or hang in a single location for long periods.

The girlfriend modelling with the bugnet zipped off and partially stuffed away.

Detail of the zip-off bugnet and built in stuff sack.

Detail of side tie-out.

Many thanks to HF for the help and oodles of information!

**Syb** · 02-15-2011, 09:16

Outstanding DIY you got there, well done. I see no 'mistakes' at all.

**Shug** · 02-15-2011, 09:43

Well done .... looks like a right goodie!
Way to make an intro on here.......
Shug

WV · 02-15-2011, 09:47

Nice work! You did remember to make two of them, didn't you? The gf looks happy in hers.

**bigbamaguy** · 02-15-2011, 10:25

Your GF truly does have a great looking hammock that you have labored over. Thanks for posting the pics and now its time to get yours made!!!!!!!!!

**ShadowAlpha** · 02-15-2011, 10:29

+1 bigbamaguy - looks like he will need to make another

Nice work!

**GGT** · 02-15-2011, 10:45

Awesome looking hammock dude

**turtlelady** · 02-15-2011, 12:21

Great looking hammock. Love the way your bug net can stow out of the way.

**richtorfla** · 02-15-2011, 12:26

She's a beaut and the hammock looks nice too! Does look comfy. Closeup of the sewing looks expertly done. Great job! now make some for the whole family!