Integrated bug net Measurements

[Bushwhacker]

So the next step on my DIY: Integrated bug netting. How do I get the right measurements? I saw several videos about it, but they seem to just make rough estimates on the size based on one lay. What if you move during the night? If you make it too tight don't you risk damaging the net? If it's too loose it will hang in your face. If you change the ridgeline length everything is messed up.

[MAD777]

The answer to ALL your questions is "Yes"
Have fun!
Seriously, well the "yes" is correct, but have a look at the Switchback hammock and how the net is done.http://www.tttrailgear.com/switchbac...layer-hammock/

[Nclarkii]

Well, I can tell you how I did my integrated zip-off bugnet on my DIY, and it worked out great. First, I sewed the zipper to the hammock body edge, keeping it zippered. Second, I dialed in my ridgeline and hung my hammock with the side pullouts strung at the shallowest angle to expand the hammock's edges to their max width (you can use alligator clips and mason line if you don't have sewed pullouts). Next, I draped the no-see-um fabric over the taut-edged hammock and pinned the head and foot ends to keep it in place. I then pinned the no-see-um netting to the zipper all the way around the hammock edge. I simply cut the netting about 2-3" below my pin line (for a hem and some slack), following the contour of the hammock edge. You might leave a bit more slack along the axis of the ridgeline if you want to adjust it to a longer length in the future. Once cut, I removed my pins, hemmed the bugnet, and then sewed on the loose half of the zippers. You'll have to figure out for yourself how you want to do the head and foot ends. I attached mine on the head end and installed a peak bag that I can stuff it into.

Here are some photos of the rig, still going strong 3 years later!

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...hammock-(pics)

[Bushwhacker]

Well, I can tell you how I did my integrated zip-off bugnet on my DIY, and it worked out great. First, I sewed the zipper to the hammock body edge, keeping it zippered. Second, I dialed in my ridgeline and hung my hammock with the side pullouts strung at the shallowest angle to expand the hammock's edges to their max width (you can use alligator clips and mason line if you don't have sewed pullouts). Next, I draped the no-see-um fabric over the taut-edged hammock and pinned the head and foot ends to keep it in place. I then pinned the no-see-um netting to the zipper all the way around the hammock edge. I simply cut the netting about 2-3" below my pin line (for a hem and some slack), following the contour of the hammock edge. You might leave a bit more slack along the axis of the ridgeline if you want to adjust it to a longer length in the future. Once cut, I removed my pins, hemmed the bugnet, and then sewed on the loose half of the zippers. You'll have to figure out for yourself how you want to do the head and foot ends. I attached mine on the head end and installed a peak bag that I can stuff it into.

Here are some photos of the rig, still going strong 3 years later!

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...hammock-(pics)

So you did this all without having someone in the hammock?

[Nclarkii]

So you did this all without having someone in the hammock?

I think that I weighted the hammock with a large stuffed duffle bag and some pillows to simulate someone laying in it, but it didn't really change the shape of the hammock edges or ridgeline.

[Bushwhacker]

Well, I can tell you how I did my integrated zip-off bugnet on my DIY, and it worked out great. First, I sewed the zipper to the hammock body edge, keeping it zippered. Second, I dialed in my ridgeline and hung my hammock with the side pullouts strung at the shallowest angle to expand the hammock's edges to their max width (you can use alligator clips and mason line if you don't have sewed pullouts). Next, I draped the no-see-um fabric over the taut-edged hammock and pinned the head and foot ends to keep it in place. I then pinned the no-see-um netting to the zipper all the way around the hammock edge. I simply cut the netting about 2-3" below my pin line (for a hem and some slack), following the contour of the hammock edge. You might leave a bit more slack along the axis of the ridgeline if you want to adjust it to a longer length in the future. Once cut, I removed my pins, hemmed the bugnet, and then sewed on the loose half of the zippers. You'll have to figure out for yourself how you want to do the head and foot ends. I attached mine on the head end and installed a peak bag that I can stuff it into.

Here are some photos of the rig, still going strong 3 years later!

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...hammock-(pics)

Do you remember how wide the net you ordered was? Or how much you needed?

[Nclarkii]

I'm pretty sure it was the 54" no-see-um mesh that Quest Outfitters carries. I ordered enough to make two hammocks but you will need at least the length of your ridgeline + 12".

[Bic]

Simple math.

Step one: measure the length of hammock side

Step two: measure fabric to ridge line length

Step three: About 2-2.5 feet from the end of the netting you should cut your fabric to make an angled part. You can then use a2+b2=c2 to find the length of that section. Add the straight edge to the angled edge and the total needs to be the same as your hammock edge length.

Sorry...it's much easier to show than it is to write but hopefully you understand what I'm saying.

[JP_dog]

hopefully you understand what I'm saying.

Nope.

-JP-

[Bushwhacker]

Simple math.

Step one: measure the length of hammock side

Step two: measure fabric to ridge line length

Step three: About 2-2.5 feet from the end of the netting you should cut your fabric to make an angled part. You can then use a2+b2=c2 to find the length of that section. Add the straight edge to the angled edge and the total needs to be the same as your hammock edge length.

Sorry...it's much easier to show than it is to write but hopefully you understand what I'm saying.

Nope.

-JP-

I think he's just saying apply hypotenuse to this:

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