Switchback going on a Circuit Hike - Signup!

[snwcmpr]

Any updates since September?
Ken in NC

[OutandBack]

Seems as if some people hung (!) onto the SB for a rather long time. How come no one is posting their opnions?

This is a great marketing idea.

I'd like to hear more as well.

Okay ... I'll give it a shot.

My personal hammock is a Switchback 1.1DL, so I'm predisposed to be a fan of TTTG. The subject hammock is a 1.9DL. Without putting it on a scale, there was no discernable difference in the weight, nor in the ease at which it stuffs back into the sack. I use whoopie slings on my hammock and the 1.9DL comes with straps/rings, so a bit more weight & bulk than my set up. I actually liked this set up a lot more than I thought I would and will more than likely do something like this if/when I get a second hammock. Bug net is very easy to zip/unzip from both inside and outside the hammock. Attached strips allow you to roll the net up and out of the way when not needed. Ridgeline under net allows me to hang my headlamp, socks, etc. Two pockets in the hammock hold all the various little things that come out of my pockets at night plus tarp stakes if I've got the tarp hung, but it is not being used due to nice weather. I've used both a HammockGear UQ and a pad for insulation. Both work as if they were made for this hammock. No issues in keeping warm and comfortable. Used the UQ in 40 degree weather and the pad in 60 degree weather as I thought the UQ would be too toasty.

The tarp is a diamond shape which I hung to see it deployed. I have a 4 season/4 door HammockGear tarp, so I'm used to having move coverage/protection that what the TTTG tarp provides. No problems with the tarp construction, etc., just my personal preference is for a larger tarp. My tarp is Cuben, so lighter than the TTTG tarp (silnylon) and more coverage.

All in all, both items are quite nice. I would not hesitate in buying another hammock from TTTG. I may "have to" around Christmas as my oldest daughter thinks she has to have one now.

Thank you Scooter.
I to would like to see more TR's with this kit even if it is just backyard setups.

My 1.9 SL Switchback is one of my favorite hammocks.
Being able to lay with your feet right or left and head at either end makes this one of the easest hammocks to get comfortable in.
It has ((( 0 ))) calf ridge pressure.
The widest field of view from any hammock.
Suspension angle is very forgiving and can be hung from 20-35 degrees with noticable effect to the lay.

There are two pole mods that can be used on this hammock.
The first is the going to ground poles which you can view on the TTTG website and
one I did myself using an old cutdown tent pole, to improve the netting.



Field of view that can't be beat...

[snwcmpr]

I would like to know where it is now.

Ken in NC

[Darby]

After several un-answered PM's over an extended period, we have decided to declare the Switchback Circuit Kit (hammock & tarp) as MIA. With that said, we have also decided to put another Switchback 1.9 DL on the Circuit Hike, this time with a CatCut Tarp. Happy Hanging!

Cheers, Dale

[Ratdog]

After several un-answered PM's over an extended period, we have decided to declare the Switchback Circuit Kit (hammock & tarp) as MIA. With that said, we have also decided to put another Switchback 1.9 DL on the Circuit Hike, this time with a CatCut Tarp. Happy Hanging!

Cheers, Dale

Woot woot!

I demo'd one for a few minutes at a group hang and really liked it.
Would like another chance to check one out.

[OutandBack]

After several un-answered PM's over an extended period, we have decided to declare the Switchback Circuit Kit (hammock & tarp) as MIA. With that said, we have also decided to put another Switchback 1.9 DL on the Circuit Hike, this time with a CatCut Tarp. Happy Hanging!

Cheers, Dale

Wow that sucks. Let's hope the last person who had the traveling kit is just having internet problems and gets back soon.

Very cool you are offering another kit for folks to try.
Is the Catcut tarp on this kit the 12' RL x 10'?

Of all my tarps, and yes I have a cuben, the 12x10 is the one I bring 99% of the time. It's the perfect tarp for the 11' Switchback.



You can even fit a couple friends under it when it's raining...

[ojdash]

I hope I am still next on the list ROAR!@

[whoofit]

Although I still keep the Switchback 1.9 in my equipment list, in truth, I lost it to my 21 y.o. son. He won't part with it. It's a "rent to own" deal at the moment...lol

He uses a couple errant carbon fiber arrow shafts for the spreaders and a RidgeRest Solar Large in it. This SB hammock set up tight reminds me of my WBRR most of all I've tried.

The things you do for family....

[snwcmpr]

I have it in the house, it arrived by mail today.

Ken in NC

[Tuck]

I guess good things come to those who wait! I think I'm fourth on the list at this point in time.