First Post...Which Hammock to buy???

**hammer0419** · 08-25-2008, 10:04

I looked at the JRB and really liked them but they do not look like they are ment for bigger people. I am 6'1" and 250lbs. Time for that over due diet!

I think the Claytor Jungle is my best bet. Thanks...

**Cannibal** · 08-25-2008, 23:30

Originally Posted by FanaticFringer

Would be nice if you could stop by your local Hammocks 'R' Us and try all the popular brands. Cannibal you still thinking about opening up something like this? I'll help you run it.

Always on my mind!

I'd like to find some property in the Fontana Dam neighborhood. Unfriendly hostel, an expensive Lodge, and a shelter that has more LEOs than hikers. If there was ever a place that needed a hammock hostel it's that spot! They need to relax.

**Hooch** · 08-26-2008, 07:03

Originally Posted by Cannibal

Always on my mind!

I'd like to find some property in the Fontana Dam neighborhood. Unfriendly hostel, an expensive Lodge, and a shelter that has more LEOs than hikers. If there was ever a place that needed a hammock hostel it's that spot! They need to relax.

That would be Hooch's Hammock Hostel! You gotta admit, the name sounds catchy.

I got first dibs on that whole "business partner" thing, thank you very much.

**Darby** · 08-26-2008, 08:02

Originally Posted by Cannibal

Always on my mind!

I'd like to find some property in the Fontana Dam neighborhood. Unfriendly hostel, an expensive Lodge, and a shelter that has more LEOs than hikers. If there was ever a place that needed a hammock hostel it's that spot! They need to relax.

Excuse my ignorance, but what is a "LEO"

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**angrysparrow** · 08-26-2008, 08:08

Originally Posted by Darby

Excuse my ignorance, but what is a "LEO"

?

Law Enforcement Officer

**Darby** · 08-26-2008, 09:10

Thanks, I try to stay away from shelters. The only thing I like about shelters is that you can usually find water nearby. Shelters and bus stops are just too similar for me. JMHO.

**Cannibal** · 08-26-2008, 09:10

Bus stops smell better.

**Miguel** · 08-26-2008, 10:54

Originally Posted by Ramblinrev

You are about 2.5 hours from me I figure. We might be able to arrnage a meeting somewhere in the middle for a night's hang. I am right Where I-80 intescts Rt. 15...

The Loyal Sock trail (outside of World's End State Park) might be a possibility. Let me now.

If you guiys go to Worlds End, let me know. There are four of us located in and around Elmira NY that all use Claytor Hammocks. Elmira's about 1.5 hours away. An awesome camp spot is where Rock Run road crosses the Loyalsock Creek a few miles north(?) of the actual park. Park your car at the bridge and hike downstream a few hundred yards. It's a beautiful spot which would also allow easy access to your car (read-beer).

Miguel

PS What and where is O.C., NY?

**Ramblinrev** · 08-26-2008, 12:32

Set the date and time.... just not Columbus Day weekend. That's the Grand Canyon Hang... you know about that one I take it.

**cavediver2** · 08-26-2008, 12:51

Originally Posted by Darby

Thanks, I try to stay away from shelters. The only thing I like about shelters is that you can usually find water nearby. Shelters and bus stops are just too similar for me. JMHO.

Originally Posted by Cannibal

Bus stops smell better.

Originally Posted by Miguel

If you guiys go to Worlds End, let me know. There are four of us located in and around Elmira NY that all use Claytor Hammocks. Elmira's about 1.5 hours away. An awesome camp spot is where Rock Run road crosses the Loyalsock Creek a few miles north(?) of the actual park. Park your car at the bridge and hike downstream a few hundred yards. It's a beautiful spot which would also allow easy access to your car (read-beer).

Miguel

PS What and where is O.C., NY?

Originally Posted by Ramblinrev

Set the date and time.... just not Columbus Day weekend. That's the Grand Canyon Hang... you know about that one I take it.

How did this thread get so off topic? This was started for hammer to figure out what hammock to go with or did I miss something?