Pics of my No Sew ripstop poncho top cover

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01-05-2011, 16:29
ShadowAlpha

Pics of my No Sew ripstop poncho top cover

when I'm out with the state guard on field exercises I typically carry a lightweight ripstop poncho.

Since I normally carry it - figured why not find a use for it. I decided to test it on my WBBB to see how it would work as weather protection. It was going to take too many sewing mods to make it a under cover -

so I threw it across the top, clipped it tight at the foot end, then used 2 clips on both sides by the head end. at the head end I rolled the extra material to make it hold better.

you can see in the pic at the top of the head end is a space - works for me to leave some ventilation. I may put a tiny grosgrain loop at the top center so I can put a small string thru that & tie to hammock suspension for additional tie down spot.

My garage is pretty darn cold when only wearing a tshirt & sweatpants. after getting in the hammock for a few mins it was toasty but once I opened the zipper I can feel the cool air rush in.

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01-05-2011, 17:27
ShadowAlpha

Ok - I found another clip. and a balloon :lol:

Added the clip to the head end center ran a small piece of string thru the clip to the triangles in the suspension.

here's a few more pics to see the head end clip & the underside shows how I rolled the material.

Hopefully I can do a backyard night out & test soon

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01-05-2011, 21:37
Syb

Nice works Shadow. I'm hanging tonight (in my bedroom) and I'll be trying this out for kicks.

Syb
01-05-2011, 22:41
ShadowAlpha

Syb - my Trenton friend -- have a good nights sleep!
LMK how it works for ya?
01-05-2011, 23:02
Alan

I've done that exact same thing with my huge, family size Neat Sheet ground cover. Works great! Keeps in the warmth and keeps out the rain. Just wish the darn thing weren't bright blue! Sheesh! The other side isn't any better. It's almost like a teal green.

Matter of fact, I used it one time with Randy when we camped at Harmon Creek. We had a nasty storm roll through that night but that Neat Sheet performed very well.
01-06-2011, 08:05
Syb

I seriously can't imagine why I waited so long to try a hammock. I drifted off so quickly last night and slept very well. That is, after I removed the poncho top cover. Wow that thing traps some heat in! I'll have to experiment with this more and perhaps order some 1.1 fro Scott at backwoodsdaydreamer.com to make a sock. If the poncho top cover did a great job, I can't wait to see what a hammock sock would do.

Shadow, again, great stuff and thanks for posting.

Syb
01-06-2011, 09:16
gargoyle

I did the same thing basically with a Dri-ducks style poncho.
Laid the poncho over the hammock ridgeline, test fit the set up. Added 3/8 wide grosgrain loops and some shockcord (not tight just snug with some extra slack) to secure the poncho under the hammock and uq. Attached two mitten hooks to the shockcord for removal purposes. The shockcord allows for the poncho/overcover to spin and move for exit and entry.
It can work as an over or under cover.
01-06-2011, 09:18
ShadowAlpha

Syb - glad you had a good nights sleep!
And yes! the poncho cover does trap the heat - especially in the house. I was in my garage with a small vent in the poncho cover & it still got toasty in just a couple of mins
01-06-2011, 09:38
Syb

Quote:

Originally Posted by gargoyle

I did the same thing basically with a Dri-ducks style poncho.
Laid the poncho over the hammock ridgeline, test fit the set up. Added 3/8 wide grosgrain loops and some shockcord (not tight just snug with some extra slack) to secure the poncho under the hammock and uq. Attached two mitten hooks to the shockcord for removal purposes. The shockcord allows for the poncho/overcover to spin and move for exit and entry.
It can work as an over or under cover.

Really like that idea gargoyle. So, I have to ask, any pics of that?

Shadow, I may try a hang in my garage which is uninsulated and see what the poncho top cover does for me.

Syb
01-06-2011, 09:50
gargoyle

Syb, I can do some soon and post. Don't want to steal Shadows thread

Good work Shadow Alpha!!
01-06-2011, 10:04
ShadowAlpha

Quote:

Originally Posted by gargoyle

Syb, I can do some soon and post. Don't want to steal Shadows thread

Good work Shadow Alpha!!

gargoyle - I'd be interested to see pics with the loops & shockcord. & how it attaches as sock or top cover

I was just showing a simple no sew option - making dual use of a piece of gear I usually carry.
01-06-2011, 10:07
gargoyle

Me too. I'll send out some pics soon.
01-07-2011, 10:40
gargoyle

4 Attachment(s)

Here's some pics...
This is a Stearn's poncho, reportedly a breatheable/waterproof material (similar to Dri-Ducks and Frogg Togg material. Kind of a papery feel) that I picked up at a local outdoor store. It's on my digicam Gar-traveler;) I used some pillows to simulate a person in the hammock.

Tied over the hammock ridgeline, slid off to the side for entrance/exit. Set to the side like this, would block the wind from that side as well.
Attachment 17259

Close up of the mitten hook and grosgrain attachment with shockcord. I attached the grosgrain at the four corners.
Attachment 17260

Slid over the hammock, ends are open for venting condensation (And that's as far as the poncho/cover reaches). I can turn the poncho diagonally if needed. But as is, it covers well and keeps off most drafts. The hood can be opened or closed for venting as well.
Attachment 17261

Spun under the hammock, shockcord is up on the ridgeline. This will keep any splash from the ground getting on the Under Quilt (which isn't in the pic, but you get the idea). Adjust shockcord as needed for proper fit. Tuck in the hood, if you'd like.
Attachment 17262

Four 3/8" grosgrain loops, Four mitten hooks, two lengths of 1/8 or 3/32 shockcord 20-30" long for adjustability, and one poncho. Around $25 total.

I like the poncho, but it packs kinda big (about the size of almost two nalgene bottles), fabric can rip on briars, etc. But using it multipurpose this way, it's a trade-off.
I copied this idea from some early forum threads and the Jacks used to sell a similar poncho. So I copied their idea of the over/under cover too.

PS. My wifes choice of wall color, not mine.
01-07-2011, 12:56
ShadowAlpha

Gargoyle - I like the mitten hooks! and how the poncho can be attached under or over.
thanks for sharing! :)

the poncho I have is this http://shop.vtarmynavy.com/acu-poncho-p3549.aspx
it's lightweight ripstop & packs down about the size of 1 bottle
01-10-2011, 14:34
gargoyle

Thanks.
I was playing with it today for an upcoming trip and stumbled on something cool.
I have 2 matching ponchos and if I turned one 180 degrees, the snaps lined up and snapped. Made an instant hammock sock. Has some gaps, but I fitted it to my indoor hammock and could feel the heat trapped inside immediately.
Baggy enough for the uq. Pop a few snaps and I'm in and out easy. Tied the upper ponchos hood to the ridgeline and that keeps the poncho from dropping to the ground.

Maybe it would work with your poncho, or a poncho and a liner?
01-13-2011, 14:12
tflannery

Scenarios for ultralight---

Love this idea -my nylon tarps are heavy for backpack....but I also have a miltary bivy I have put in hammock in Joshua Tree. Only downside is hammock gets wet without a cover....

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShadowAlpha

when I'm out with the state guard on field exercises I typically carry a lightweight ripstop poncho.

Since I normally carry it - figured why not find a use for it. I decided to test it on my WBBB to see how it would work as weather protection. It was going to take too many sewing mods to make it a under cover -

so I threw it across the top, clipped it tight at the foot end, then used 2 clips on both sides by the head end. at the head end I rolled the extra material to make it hold better.

you can see in the pic at the top of the head end is a space - works for me to leave some ventilation. I may put a tiny grosgrain loop at the top center so I can put a small string thru that & tie to hammock suspension for additional tie down spot.

My garage is pretty darn cold when only wearing a tshirt & sweatpants. after getting in the hammock for a few mins it was toasty but once I opened the zipper I can feel the cool air rush in.

http://www.hammockforums.net/gallery...-004_thumb.jpg http://www.hammockforums.net/gallery...-003_thumb.jpg http://www.hammockforums.net/gallery...-002_thumb.jpg http://www.hammockforums.net/gallery...-001_thumb.jpg
09-28-2011, 10:54
wwk10

ShadowAlpha,
What are the dimmensions of that poncho?
Is it military issue?
How much does it weigh?
What is it made of?
Thanks