Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 12
  1. #1
    Senior Member JaxHiker's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2008
    Location
    Jacksonville, FL
    Hammock
    Lite Owl; Light Hiker
    Tarp
    Toxaway;MacCat Dlx
    Insulation
    Burrow; Incubator
    Suspension
    Whoopies
    Posts
    2,347

    Drip...drip...drip

    Well, last night and this morning we had some significant storms rolling through. I hadn't had the Toxaway out in anything but a drizzle so I thought it'd be a great opportunity to test it out. This is the radar at 4am.



    I learned some things:
    1) My seam sealant must have been too old because it's already started peeling up after <2 mos. I started getting dripped on and it was annoying.

    2) If I'm expecting heavy rain the JRB 11x10 might be a better option. I like the Toxaway but seemed to be get getting misted on the ends. I may do a little better if I lower the tarp more (it was about 6" off the ridgeline) but I think the extra coverage of the rectangular tarp would provide more peace of mind.

    I decided to bail shortly after I snagged the radar shot. I used my now discontinued JRB WeatherShield to protect my UQ but with the seam leaking I didn't want my new Burrow getting dripped on all night.

    Hopefully the tarp will dry out enough today since we're supposed to hit the 70s again. I'm off to the auto parts store for some new silicone.
    JaxHiker aka Kudzu - WFA
    Florida Trail Association: NE FL Trail Coordinator (Gold Head to Stephen Foster)
    Trail Issues? Please let me know.
    Blazing Trails with Kudzu @ www.idratherbehiking.com
    Follow me @idratherbhiking

  2. #2
    Senior Member otter's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2012
    Location
    Northwest, Ga
    Hammock
    Warbonnet Blackbird
    Tarp
    Warbonnet Superfly
    Insulation
    Warbonnet UQ &amp; TQ
    Suspension
    adjwebbing/whoopie
    Posts
    190
    sorry to hear that hope you get it fixed.

  3. #3
    Senior Member Deadphans's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    Southampton, NJ
    Hammock
    WBBB 1.1 or BIAS WWM
    Tarp
    WL Big Daddy
    Insulation
    Tewa, Speer, H.G.
    Suspension
    whoopie
    Posts
    1,642
    Images
    19
    Sorry to hear, but luckily the problem happened in a place you could bail easily, ya know?
    "In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy." -D'Signore's, Tide Mill Farm, Edmunds, Maine.

  4. #4
    all secure in sector 7 Shug's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2007
    Location
    Minnesota
    Hammock
    I have many so....
    Tarp
    Blackcrow DIY Tarp
    Insulation
    FrankenquiltUQ/Pod
    Suspension
    Whoopie Slings
    Posts
    23,394
    Images
    62
    Well....ya' always do find out in the rain. A re-seal will do you and end the drippyness.
    Shug
    Whooooo Buddy)))) All Secure in Sector Seven

  5. #5
    Senior Member BillyBob58's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tupelo, MS
    Posts
    11,108
    Images
    489
    This is a good thing to discover at home, rather than at midnight a couple of days hike in especially with down gear! The very reason for home testing!

  6. #6
    richtorfla's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2009
    Location
    Clearwater,Florida
    Hammock
    Warbonnet BB, Ridgerunner
    Tarp
    AHE Toxaway:UGQ WD
    Insulation
    UGQ,KAQ,Tewa
    Suspension
    strap/buckles
    Posts
    1,965
    Images
    1
    Good luck re-sealing. When I bought my Tox, Paul sent some silnet with it. Did yours come with it or did you buy your Tox second hand?

    I sealed both sides when I got mine. Seems to be soild. Guess I should check mine though. Its been couped up too much this year.

  7. #7
    Senior Member JaxHiker's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2008
    Location
    Jacksonville, FL
    Hammock
    Lite Owl; Light Hiker
    Tarp
    Toxaway;MacCat Dlx
    Insulation
    Burrow; Incubator
    Suspension
    Whoopies
    Posts
    2,347
    Quote Originally Posted by richtorfla View Post
    Good luck re-sealing. When I bought my Tox, Paul sent some silnet with it. Did yours come with it or did you buy your Tox second hand?

    I sealed both sides when I got mine. Seems to be soild. Guess I should check mine though. Its been couped up too much this year.
    Definitely glad it happened at the home. I would hate for it to happen on the trail.

    I already had my sealer. I don't recall how long I had it. I'll take a pic and see if you guys have seen it turn like mine did.

    I only did one side too. Maybe I should double seal?
    JaxHiker aka Kudzu - WFA
    Florida Trail Association: NE FL Trail Coordinator (Gold Head to Stephen Foster)
    Trail Issues? Please let me know.
    Blazing Trails with Kudzu @ www.idratherbehiking.com
    Follow me @idratherbhiking

  8. #8
    Quote Originally Posted by JaxHiker View Post
    Well, last night and this morning we had some significant storms rolling through. I hadn't had the Toxaway out in anything but a drizzle so I thought it'd be a great opportunity to test it out. This is the radar at 4am.



    I learned some things:
    1) My seam sealant must have been too old because it's already started peeling up after <2 mos. I started getting dripped on and it was annoying.

    2) If I'm expecting heavy rain the JRB 11x10 might be a better option. I like the Toxaway but seemed to be get getting misted on the ends. I may do a little better if I lower the tarp more (it was about 6" off the ridgeline) but I think the extra coverage of the rectangular tarp would provide more peace of mind.

    I decided to bail shortly after I snagged the radar shot. I used my now discontinued JRB WeatherShield to protect my UQ but with the seam leaking I didn't want my new Burrow getting dripped on all night.

    Hopefully the tarp will dry out enough today since we're supposed to hit the 70s again. I'm off to the auto parts store for some new silicone.
    It's that an MIUI Rom on your phone?

  9. #9
    Senior Member JaxHiker's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2008
    Location
    Jacksonville, FL
    Hammock
    Lite Owl; Light Hiker
    Tarp
    Toxaway;MacCat Dlx
    Insulation
    Burrow; Incubator
    Suspension
    Whoopies
    Posts
    2,347
    No. I run SkyRaider Zeus.
    JaxHiker aka Kudzu - WFA
    Florida Trail Association: NE FL Trail Coordinator (Gold Head to Stephen Foster)
    Trail Issues? Please let me know.
    Blazing Trails with Kudzu @ www.idratherbehiking.com
    Follow me @idratherbhiking

  10. #10
    Quote Originally Posted by JaxHiker View Post
    No. I run SkyRaider Zeus.
    What phone is that?

  • + New Posts
  • Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast

    Similar Threads

    1. CRL drip drip drip....
      By SwitchbackCat in forum Weather Protection
      Replies: 12
      Last Post: 10-01-2013, 09:28
    2. drip rings
      By bberms21 in forum General Hammock Talk
      Replies: 3
      Last Post: 01-01-2013, 15:13
    3. Drip lines on CRL
      By tdilf in forum Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets
      Replies: 2
      Last Post: 03-14-2012, 19:15
    4. Drip rings
      By Toptec in forum Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets
      Replies: 4
      Last Post: 02-16-2012, 17:26
    5. drip stoppers
      By slowhike in forum General Hammock Talk
      Replies: 49
      Last Post: 03-17-2007, 18:07

    Bookmarks

    Posting Permissions

    • You may not post new threads
    • You may not post replies
    • You may not post attachments
    • You may not edit your posts
    •