Hello from Ontario, Canada

**Skylar** · 03-21-2012, 10:59

I would just like to say hello.

First I would like to say that I have not yet bought a hammock. I have to say I am a little confused. I don't know if I want a fully enclosed hammock or an open hammock. I would like to be able to set it up in my house as well as go backpacking with it. I am 6'3" and about 250 so I was looking at WBBB DL 1.7, but as I have never slept in a hammock I am not sure if I should start there. I would also love a bed replacement in the summer so that I could set it up in the basement. My wife never lets me turn the AC to a low enough temperature so I roast in the summer.

I am going to try to make some decisions in the next few days so that I can be hanging soon.

If there is anyone in Ontario that would be interested in setting up a hang with a newb let me know.

**dragon360** · 03-21-2012, 11:08

Hey Skylar - Hello and Welcome to the Forums from outside of Toronto!

**fred1diver** · 03-21-2012, 11:30

welcome to the fun!!!
where are you in ontario?
FRED

**Skylar** · 03-21-2012, 11:56

I live in Milton, about 30 min from Toronto

**raiffnuke** · 03-21-2012, 11:56

Welcome to HF from Mass.

**Chard** · 03-21-2012, 12:20

Hi from downtown Toronto Skylar...

We've got a pretty active and growing group of Ontario hangers in the very informal EGL (Eastern Great Lakes) group. We've done quite a few car-camping hangs, canoe trips and most recently snowshoeing. We even hit Rattlesnake point late last year, right in your backyard. That was good fun!

There's always a wide assortment of hammocks there to see, the only problem is that I'm not sure when the next gathering will be.

Anyways, I'm 6'3", 275+ and I use a zipper-modified Hennessy Expedition and I manage quite nicely. If you want a bed, then you might be interested i the bridge models. They're getting quite popular. But definitely have a look around before you purchase. Hammocks are regularly coming up for sale on the forum, and some of the EGL may even be looking to sell...

**Skylar** · 03-21-2012, 13:12

Hi Chard

The Hennessy Expedition is working okay for you? I was a bit worried as the weight limit says 250 exact and I go up and down on my weight and thought it may rip.

Let me know when you guys are going out again and worse comes to worse I can come in a tent so that I can see the hammocks to make a better decision.

**Bubba** · 03-21-2012, 16:21

Originally Posted by Skylar

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Let me know when you guys are going out again and worse comes to worse I can come in a tent so that I can see the hammocks to make a better decision.

Welcome from down the 401! The Ontario hangers seems to get together a few times or more a year. Keep your eyes on the trip planning forum.

**dant8ro** · 03-21-2012, 16:56

Welcome from Brantford, Ontario. Starting into the Hammock Scene is always a bit daunting. I've determined that no matter what you buy, your going to want something else. Best case is you still want the old one too! lol.

**BrianWillan** · 03-21-2012, 17:03

Welcome from another Ontario Hanger. As the others have said, we do get out quite often for group hangs and a great time is had by all.

As for picking your hammock, you will have to try a few to get an idea of what best works for you. Usually the easiest way to do that is to attend a group hang and check out what others have.

Keep an eye on the trip planning forum for upcoming hangs in the area.

Cheers

Brian