View Full Version : Yet another "deep ender"!
Yesterday, I too ordered one of the NX250's. I couldn't swing the Z-Liner, as my checkbook is still smoking this morning! That will have to wait for a couple of months. Of course, by then, it should be warm enough I won't need it.:rolleyes:
I had a nice conversation with Mr. Clark, and he willingly answered all my noobe questions. He indicated a two week (approximate) shipping time.:):)
bigbamaguy
01-22-2010, 10:12
From all that i have read you will love the NX-250. I have the NX-200 and absolutely love it. If you don't want to spend the money on the z-liner, I can recommend from experience the KAQ New River. It has done me well on several hangs. Look into them at Arrowhead Equipment, the owner is also a member here on HF.
There you are, Waddy!:D
Like I mentioned on the other forum, you're gonna love that thing!:boggle:
I still think you'd be able to make your own UQ out of a couple of poncho liners for much less. I'm not 100% sold on the Z-liners, and think there are better, less expensive options.
Anyway...Congrats! :thumbup:
Thanks for the suggestion Bigbamaguy, I will definitely check it out.
Thanks Molawns, I really appreciate your cautions on the Z-Liner, especially at the price. When I decided I didn't want to spring for the whole shebang, I definitely had in mind some experimentation. Regarding the poncho liners, were you thinking stitching a couple of them together with some type insulation in between, ala quilt type construction? (I meant to reply and ask this question on the other forum, but hadn't gotten one of those round-tuit thingies)
Regarding the poncho liners, were you thinking stitching a couple of them together with some type insulation in between, ala quilt type construction?
Exactly. You might even be able to get away with just folding one in half and stitching up one side, so you're left with a "double thickness" sleeve. Having a small air space between the two sheets of material should help to trap air which can be warmed by your body heat. It also provides a place for some closed cell foam (or other insulating material), if you choose to add some in there.
Kind of hard to describe...not sure if what I'm saying is translating well into writing. It would be easier to show you.
I'm having a heck of a time waiting for my new "home" to arrive!!! Pursueing all the forums is a double edged sword. I'm learning tons of stuff, but on the other hand, it just makes it harder to wait. So in the meantime, I got to wondering why I had ordered a "jungle" hammock when I live in a high desert area. I believe I have figured it out. When the global warming has melted all the ice caps and glaciers, and the high desert country we live in has reverted to jungle like it was a few million years ago, we’ll be READY with our genuine jungle hammock, complete with netting to keep out the twin engine mosquitoes and weather fly to deal with the tropical rainfall! :rolleyes:
Oh man, that thing had better get here quick!!:lol:
KerMegan
01-26-2010, 11:03
did they send you a shipping/tracking number?
did they send you a shipping/tracking number?
Unfortunately, I just barely ordered it last week-end, and they gave me a two week estimate for shipping.:crying
I just received an e-mail that my hammock has been shipped and it should be delivered on the 3rd. If that proves to be the case, it will have been one day shy of two weeks delivery time. Have you received yours yet Slinky? If so, what is your impression?
Delivered to my door today! All work in my shop ceased immediately after the UPS man left. It looks great, though I don't have anything to compare it to hammock wise. I do know worksmanship and stitching though, and it is definitely top notch. Unfortunately, I don't think I have nerve enough to try the maiden "hang" until the night time temps get at least above zero. I haven't yet geared up enough to stand that much cold, I fear.
I just ordered some utility line and Amsteel from Arrowhead to rig my tarp ridgeline and have plenty left over for mistakes and innovations. I think I will try the standard Clark suspension with tree straps and toggles to start, but I'm definitely open to suggestions. I'm PUMPED!!!
joggerjohn
02-03-2010, 21:36
KAQ New River underquilt will go great with any Clark hammock.
KAQ New River underquilt will go great with any Clark hammock.
I have a sneaking suspicion that is the way I'll go. At least as soon as my checkbook quits smoking! As I said, I ordered some line from Arrowhead, and my order, along with a nice e-mail from John, was in the mail almost before I stopped typing my order! Now that is genuine, old fashioned, personal service.:D
TinaLouise
02-04-2010, 08:46
. I think I will try the standard Clark suspension with tree straps and toggles to start, but I'm definitely open to suggestions. I'm PUMPED!!!
see if you can't find the clark video that shows set-up using the drip rings!!! It's very easy to do, you only need to know how to do a half hitch (you do 3 of them) and you've already got everything.
TinaLouise
Thanks TinaLouise. I'm definitely going to use the rope and drip rings, that seems about as simple as you can get. Those videos are pretty clear on exactly how to do it. I have always loved to work with knots and hitches anyway. I thought it might be a good idea to use straps to protect the tree bark, especially with the Quakies (Aspen) which have pretty tender bark. I was just thinking of using the toggles to connect the rope to the strap.