It's been mentioned a few time, but I guess I wanted to +1 the idea of a longer hammock for you, 8' finished is awfully short, and I'd be a little concerned that you'll be sacrificing some comfort. It's generally accepted that a longer hammock adds to the flatness of the lay. My 2 cents. Awesome shopping list though!
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Roadrunner makes a good point, besides you'll need stuff stacks for all your new gear.
David
Cost savings is based upon a lot of factors. Not the least of which is your level of skill in both product and process. I personally do not recommend the DIY route solely on the basis of cost savings.
That being said... if cost is taken out of the equation. if you enjoy the project and you have the equipment then by all means go for it. Just count more than the pennies. I've always been disappointed when I figure the project on the sole basis of cost. But I do like to make my own stuff.
I may be slow... But I sure am gimpy.
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Indeed!Originally Posted by Catavarie
A pound of 800 fill for 44 USD, shipping incl.?!
I'm paying 80EUR for that amount of 700 fill (european rated) from extremtextil.
You may also want to keep an eye on eBay for used down sleeping bags. I got a Gerry that weighs about 4 lbs for $35. I also got a Snow Lion bag for $40. I plan to convert them to TQs. Also, check out your local yard sales for down bags or down pillows. You will be surprised the deals you can find.
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Definitely 4 yds. for the hammock, even if you decide to cut the fabric at 11' eventually. You're saving significantly by using 1.5 oz and a single layer (smart move, IMO). The nice thing about a gathered end hammock is that it's so easy to modify, i. e. make shorter. You can test shorter lengths before you cut off the excess, too.
Do you have any part-time or extra income source? Eight hours of paid labor might give you the funds to save 20 hours or more of your own time. Just sayin'. I don't want you to miss out on the fun of DIY, just pick the parts that'll give you the most benefit.
COMMENT: I don't see a bugnet solution listed. If you don't care about netting that's fine. I just thought I would give a heads up.
I may be slow... But I sure am gimpy.
"Bless you child, when you set out to thread a needle don't hold the thread still and fetch the needle up to it; hold the needle still and poke the thread at it; that's the way a woman most always does, but a man always does t'other way."
Mrs. Loftus to Huck Finn
We Don't Sew... We Make Gear! video series
Important thread injector guidelines especially for Newbies
Bobbin Tension - A Personal Viewpoint
longer will happen, even if it ends up getting cut shorter eventually. Comfort is definitely a priority!I mean, it is a hammock after all
I was going for more of just the setup approach although I will probably just use a compactor bag/pack liner for all my insulation, I assume I will have enough scrap from the extra ripstop to make a bishop bag for my hammock and enough extra no-see-um (see below) for snakeskins/tarp bishop bag
I already have the sewing machine so cast savings is part of the motivation but I currently live in an apartment so I need something to tinker on to maintain my sanity
I def have the next REI garage sale on my calendar to look for bags to convert, especially since that is the biggest expense of the whole set up. I am not a gram weenie but I certainly am weight conscious and I almost cringe at the though of a bag/TQ being over 2lbs for 3 season.
No extra income but I was definitely strategic with my Christmas list
Good point... I like Papa Smurf's bug sock so here goes.
4 yds nanoseeum from Thru-hiker -> $31.80
10ft 3/32" shock cord from DIYGS -> $2.00
(2) cord locks from DIYGS -> $0.46
I think that is about as 3-season as we can get. I have also been thinking about trying to make this as modular as possible to stretch into 4-season. Maybe an IX insert for my UQ or a small GG thinlite pad as well as layering quilts and making a winter sock from 1.1 or another fabric. I will frun some numbers on this and start a "$xxx DIY 4 season set up" thread soon. Thanks for the input guys
Question where are you getting your materials a friend of mine whose not on the forums is wanting to make a diy setup
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