My SB net spreader bars

[OutandBack]

Using two net spreader bars for a clark NX-150
(20 bucks shipped from clark)
Don't use them all the time. They do a great job of keeping the netting open and weigh very little.
I usually store them in the hammock stuffsack.

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10069

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10068

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10067

Here's a shot of me in typical car camping mode with the SB,
HG 3S incubator, under an OES Delux tarp with GrizBeak.
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10070

[rip waverly]

cool dude.

yeah dale said they stopped shipping em out due to costs.

good to see a collapsible option, at a lite weight.

i found adding some sort of net spreader (esp. at the head end) really opened up the hammock.
i used a bowed trail, but prefer something a little more dedicated and less prone to me accidentally biffing the netting with a gnarly stick.

[NewtonGT]

looks nice man. thanx for showing us.

[^shane^]

Can you give some specs on those? I got on the Clark website, but can't find them on there to look at. edit: found them, but no specs are provided

How short do they break down to?
What do they weigh? Don't need exact weight. Guesstimate is fine.

I'm using some cut down graphite arrow shafts for spreaders right now, but I sure like the looks of those spreaders you've got on your SB.

Thanks for sharing!!!

[DemostiX]

Find my thread in the Clark sub forum on a crazy cheap alternative from Harbor Freight, especially if you are near one; dunno about shipping.
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=33974

Fiberglass electricians fish rods. $9 - $11. for TEN pieces!!, each 13" or 39", depending on the kit. They're a little heavier than Clarks, but flex nicely. Brass fittings.

Another source for similar to Clark is a kite shop.

[OutandBack]

Can you give some specs on those? I got on the Clark website, but can't find them on there to look at. edit: found them, but no specs are provided

How short do they break down to?
What do they weigh? Don't need exact weight. Guesstimate is fine.

I'm using some cut down graphite arrow shafts for spreaders right now, but I sure like the looks of those spreaders you've got on your SB.

Thanks for sharing!!!

I did a mod since my first picts, cutting the pieces so the connector is in the middle giving me 4 equal lengths of 12.5".
When your done modding the clark spreaders you will have two spare silver connector thingys
and 2 spare replacement shafts if something breaks. Don't loose any of the 4 rubber tip/feet. No spares.

total weight 4 pieces 1.30 oz

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10071

[rip waverly]

1-up'd the coolness.
thanks for the weights and pics

[Miguel]

I too have an NX 250 and it never crossed my mind to use them as spreaders for my SB Classic. It would be worth buying an extra one and making the mod you mentioned. You really only need one at the head end only thus lessening the weight factor. Totally worth it for me.

Thanks for posting.

Miguel

[Miguel]

Outandback I forgot to ask...do you find the OES Deluxe tarp provides enough coverage for the SB? Have you had it in a heavy rain with much wind? I have one but thought it was a bit on the short side so I'm using a 144" Henny. We're using the OES Deluxe over my wife's SB LH but she likes the privacy of the larger Hennesy.

BTW...I just noticed the Aarn backpack...you do have good taste! (I have a NB)

Miguel

[OutandBack]

Outandback I forgot to ask...do you find the OES Deluxe tarp provides enough coverage for the SB? Have you had it in a heavy rain with much wind? I have one but thought it was a bit on the short side so I'm using a 144" Henny. We're using the OES Deluxe over my wife's SB LH but she likes the privacy of the larger Hennesy.

BTW...I just noticed the Aarn backpack...you do have good taste! (I have a NB)

Miguel

Hi Miguel,
I always pack the grizz beak when using the SB with OES delux. It adds another foot of coverage to the ridgeline.

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1335&pictureid=10010

I recently purchased an HMG cuben tarp 11'x8' so the OES has been retired to car camping only.
The HMG hammock tarp gives me good coverage in blowing rain.

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1274&pictureid=9403

[^shane^]

Find my thread in the Clark sub forum on a crazy cheap alternative from Harbor Freight, especially if you are near one; dunno about shipping.
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=33974

Fiberglass electricians fish rods. $9 - $11. for TEN pieces!!, each 13" or 39", depending on the kit. They're a little heavier than Clarks, but flex nicely. Brass fittings.

Another source for similar to Clark is a kite shop.

Great idea.


I did a mod since my first picts, cutting the pieces so the connector is in the middle giving me 4 equal lengths of 12.5".
When your done modding the clark spreaders you will have two spare silver connector thingys
and 2 spare replacement shafts if something breaks. Don't loose any of the 4 rubber tip/feet. No spares.

total weight 4 pieces 1.30 oz

Perfect. Thanks O&B!

[Miguel]

Thanks for the pics of your tarps. I think a Cuben tarp may be in my future.

Miguel

[JaxHiker]

Find my thread in the Clark sub forum on a crazy cheap alternative from Harbor Freight, especially if you are near one; dunno about shipping.
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=33974

Fiberglass electricians fish rods. $9 - $11. for TEN pieces!!, each 13" or 39", depending on the kit. They're a little heavier than Clarks, but flex nicely. Brass fittings.

Another source for similar to Clark is a kite shop.

On sale for $8. :)

[OutandBack]

On sale for $8. :)


Find my thread in the Clark sub forum on a crazy cheap alternative from Harbor Freight, especially if you are near one; dunno about shipping.
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=33974

Fiberglass electricians fish rods. $9 - $11. for TEN pieces!!, each 13" or 39", depending on the kit. They're a little heavier than Clarks, but flex nicely. Brass fittings.

Another source for similar to Clark is a kite shop.

If anyone goes with the harbor freight poles I would love to see a pict installed and weight if possible.
thanks

[drichi]

OutandBack, How did you remove and reattach the metal sleeves from the rods? Will they come off with a hair dryer as a heat source? thanks dave

[OutandBack]

OutandBack, How did you remove and reattach the metal sleeves from the rods? Will they come off with a hair dryer as a heat source? thanks dave

There is no need to remove the metal piece from the shaft.
Just cut the shaft with the metal at both ends to length and put a rubber foot on the raw end.
Then cut one that has no metal and put a rubber foot on it. Poke them together and you have it.

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10071

[drichi]

thanks that's simple enough. dave

[OutandBack]

thanks that's simple enough. dave
Your welcome.
Good luck, hope you'll post some picts when your done.

[SoCalBB]

For those that are looking but not finding-- here is a link... http://www.junglehammock.com/store/product.php?productid=58

Just ordered mine up.. Thanks for the heads up outandback.. Pretty soon-- all that is going to be left is to actually get out and sleep in my hammock lol..

[russmay]

Zpacks sell some carbon fiber tent poles, if this helps.

http://www.zpacks.com/accessories/tent_pole.shtml

[Miguel]

I made a set last week from my Clark rods to your exact specs just prior to a week long kayak camping trip. Loved them and they fit into the suff sack perfectly. Thanks again for sharing.

Oh yeah...still loving the Switchback.:boggle:

Miguel

[rip waverly]

*rant*

i'm patiently waiting on my switchback's return from the pennsylvania mod shop- at which point i'll either diy per dale's 22" arrow shafts, or go with o&b's clark pole mod, whichever proves cheaper.

*rant- just for some tttg forum love*

[Raft&Hang]

I did a mod since my first picts, cutting the pieces so the connector is in the middle giving me 4 equal lengths of 12.5".
When your done modding the clark spreaders you will have two spare silver connector thingys
and 2 spare replacement shafts if something breaks. Don't loose any of the 4 rubber tip/feet. No spares.

total weight 4 pieces 1.30 oz

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=1366&pictureid=10071

So if I'm following this right- your total assembled length for each spreader is 25"? Is that the right length for these? How much variability is there in that number? I was thinking the HF wire feeders at 13" each section, using two sections would be close to perfect. Yes?

[OutandBack]

So if I'm following this right- your total assembled length for each spreader is 25"? Is that the right length for these? How much variability is there in that number? I was thinking the HF wire feeders at 13" each section, using two sections would be close to perfect. Yes?

Yes,
25" +1" / - 3"
It just depends on how much bow you want. It could go straight across with o bow.