Inspired by Lost Biker's Hammock, and guided by my millions of questions to him, I set out to make my own perfect (for me) DIY hammock. I've done ones before.
Like this:
And they were always sloppy, folded hems, sewn and thrown together in 20 minutes. Add a Fronkey cocoon net, and that was it, I was hanging. But I wanted something I could actually be proud in / of.
I started with 12' 3" long, 60" wide fabric. After hemming, channels, whipping, the final length of the body is 11' x 58" About 6" longer than I intended on finishing, but that can be fixed if it becomes an issue, the excess length may also be taken up once I truly whip the ends.
16" down from the channel, I left a 27" gap between the layers. One on each end, on opposing sides. To allow access to the pocket between the layers.
The "Tubes" at either end are 6" long, atm.
This is step one, I'm still waiting for materials from DIY Gear Supply to finish it off. So the whipping is hideous, and the RL is nothing but a 105" long whoopie. But I couldn't wait to try it, take a 3 hour long power nap in it, then get pics up for you guys.
Unweighted.. begging for an occupant.
My first rolled hems (and double stitching) EVER
The "Tube" at the ends, to allow bug net / zippers
Double Layered! I went this way, because its Wal-mart $1/yd non-ripstop nylon, and I'd rather be safe
The foot end
The Head End
The Hammock with the truck windshield reflector in between the layers
As soon as my order comes from DIY GS, I'll be adding a zippered, stowable bug net, side tie outs, a matching IX UQ that attaches to the hammock body via pack hooks.
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Originally Posted by ATL4S
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