Well after making several hammocks, tarps, whoopies, stuff sacks, and a few other items I'm a true DIY from now on. I used to buy everything commercially and I think those days are gone for me. The excitment of planning, fabricating, and completing a project is an AWESOME feeling. I know my stuff may not have the straightest stitches or the best appearance but the "I MADE IT" goes a long way when you pull it out, set it up, and it works...The sense of pride I got after setting up my latest tarp this week was amazing, it looked fantastic and I did all the work myself...with the knowledge that I have gained for the many individuals on this forum.
I finally became a donating member this week to help pay back those guys that work so hard to make this site work for us all...A BIG THANKS TO ALL THE MODS AND MEMBERS OF THIS FORUM....
Finished HCFU Asym Hammock last night with zippered bugnet, WOW... It works.... Next up my first TQ, got 2# 700FP down on Wednesday, fabric already here so time to get crackin....
Who else loves making their own gear...
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