just thought i'd ask what are the advantages of a yeti?? they only cover your torso so what do you do with the rest of your body?
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just thought i'd ask what are the advantages of a yeti?? they only cover your torso so what do you do with the rest of your body?
The advantage is their light weight.
In cold weather, you can use a short section of pad under your legs. In warm weather, the pad generally isn't necessary.
...and pack volume and ease of use.
The Yeti takes-up quite a bit less space in my pack than other quilts and I really like the 'set and forget' nature of it; there just aren't any adjustments to be made. I'll second what angrysparrow said about the lack of need for a pad when it's warm out. When I'm looking for the lightest weight/least pack space option for cooler weather, I just throw my pack under my legs and don't bother carrying a pad at all.
cannibal, what are the dimensions of the Yeti's?
when i hear "torso" i think of just that.. my torso is 17.5" - im sure the Yeti is designed to go from head to lower thigh, is this true?
Yes, it hits me about mid to upper thigh. The original synthetic version is a hair shorter than the current Yetis. Brandon denies it, but I'd swear to it. :D I don't know the dimensions off-hand, but would be happy to measure one tonight.Quote:
Originally Posted by mikeinfhaz
Brandon stated the Yeti dimensions at 40"w x 46"L in a thread here.
I'm not at home to verify that, but it sounds about right for the 3-season Yeti that I have.
Hadn't thought of a pack as insulation. The larger ULA packs have a thick piece of CCF for a backpad. That is really all you need. If you took a 48" Ridgerest in the winter for a sit pad/backup you'd be set. I took a piece of reflectix on my last hike but it wanted to slide around more than I liked. Some sort of foam stays in place a lot better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cannibal
And it works wonderfully! With necessity being the mother of invention and all that, I figured that out one dark, cold, and rainy night. No pad (stubborn) and a solid day of rain (no breaks AT ALL) left me wondering what I was going to do that night. The pack was still soaked when it was time for bed, but I suddenly remembered the 'frame' in my Catalyst. Popped it out and "viola" no problems! :shades:Quote:
Originally Posted by Take-a-knee
Just measured my Yeti 3 season and I got 46"L X 36"wQuote:
Originally Posted by angrysparrow
I suspect that there will be significant size differences between the Yetis out there right now. Don't forget, half of us that have them were assigned informal 'testing duties'. Brandon has been making lots of changes during the evolution of the Yeti; some big changes, others too subtle to notice. I think the ones he sells at Trail Days will be the final result....for now.
You guys have me wanting to go home and lay-out both of the ones I have and see if there is a difference in dimensions.
Yea, my feedback consisted of words like "warm" "great" "awesome".Quote:
Originally Posted by Cannibal
Probably not the most constructive feedback :rolleyes:
dimensions should be about 40 wide x 46. covers neck to about 2" above my knees, i always have been telling people mid thigh, but was testing it the other day and it's about 2" from my kneecaps. (i'm 5'11"). goes up 4-5" up past each arm. weight on the 3 season should be around 12oz
What is the baffle height and approximate loft of both versions of the Yeti?Quote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
12oz, drool. I can't wait for my Yeti!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
the 3 seasons are 2.75-3" laying flat, winter version will probably be re-designed before it comes out so i can't say.Quote:
Originally Posted by Take-a-knee
If you don't mind me asking, I am curious as to the design changes you're looking at in the winter version.Quote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
This thread rocks!!! Only as I have ordered a yeti and I'll soon receive it.... just add more positive feedback and the hole in my wallet will disappear!:laugh:
He's taking orders on yetis? :eek::boggle:Quote:
Originally Posted by Chris.Biomed
i've been getting rid of some 3 season prototypes for 140$
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Originally Posted by Gordzilla
mainly just changes to thickness and down density (amount of oferstuff), and i've made a little change to the shoulder area.
I finally broke down and bought one of the Yetis (my 1st underquilt). So far pads haven't been a problem and I will still carry one for my legs (or use my pack) when using the Yeti. I sleep warm anyway so this might be enough for a winter setup for me. Guess I will find out later on this yrQuote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
How are you using the Yeti in your tent? :tongueup::DQuote:
Originally Posted by Ewker
Seriously Ewker, you're gonna love that thing. Especially coming from the "pad world".
as a top quilt of course :mellow:Quote:
Originally Posted by Cannibal
how long of a pad do you use with the Yeti?
Not very, maybe 20" if I take a cut-down pad.
Usually, I take my 1/8" GG pad and just fold it until it fits like I want it to fit. I carry it full length as my "hold crud it's cold" back-up. If needed, I can just unfold it and get it under my entire body length.
same here, just I use the 3/8" GG pad (what I have) at 60"x20"... unfolded to combat CBSQuote:
Originally Posted by Cannibal
I will have some scap pads that long when I cut down the Speer Pad. Just got to figure out the right size and taper on it
just ordered my yeti from brandon yesterday, hope to have it by the 5th of june, really would like the pro's to show me how to set it up on the wb bb on our hike in northern wi in june.
one of the other best features of a Yeti compared to other UQs...the suspension. Brain dead simple. The draft tubes on the ends elimate the need to adjust the tightness of the ends and the shock cord allows to to slide up and down the length of the hammock so it fits right under you and where your laying...super sweet!Quote:
Originally Posted by kayaknut01
Only advice is keep it square...I slid the Yeti up about 3" one night by grabbing the upper left corner and pulling it...I didn't understand that the right side didn't move the entire 3" and skewed the uq; opening a nice gap that allowed 10*F air to rush in. Just make sure that it stays adjusted evenly...all will be good :cool:
Well, animalcontrol, you obviously are not getting out and using your Yeti enough. :tongueup::DQuote:
Originally Posted by animalcontrol
I've had the same problem with the Yetis, much more so than the original synthetic version. For one, I think he's using a different shell material that isn't as slick. In fact, I'm pretty sure I remember him telling me that the original shockcord channels were sil instead of the DWR shell material. The Yeti's shockcord loop is also pre-set and a little tighter than I initially would have preferred, but I've been eating my words on that one for a while now. The tighter suspension does help keep the Yeti in place much better than the adjustable version I have from way back. Anyway, I've found that the more I use my Yetis the slicker the slide. I guess the rubbing from the shockcord over time rubs the material's surface smooth. My winter Yeti slides like a dream, but my 3-season is still sticking a little. Not as bad as it used to and I'm betting it's totally sweet by the end of the summer. Assuming I don't procure one of the final 3-season versions next weekend in Damascus. Just means I'll have to hike more. :D
I've been keeping up with your long hike thread...admit it, you've lubed up the Yeti shockcord with your Body Glide :scared:Quote:
Originally Posted by Cannibal
and no, not as much use as it deserves...thanks for point that out! (too warm here now anyway)
:lol::lol::lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by animalcontrol
I've got no come-back for that one. Good one! :D
mine was waiting on the front porch when I got home. It will probably be next week before I can attach it to the hammock
Will the yeti have differential baffles?Quote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
yes it doesQuote:
Originally Posted by Chris.Biomed
Or maybe more importantly: does my prototype have it? :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by warbonnetguy
I'll soon know the advantage of a Yeti first hand. (I just got a send payment notice from Brandon!)
Get "DOWN" and dance!
Bill
how much does a yeti wiegh:cool:neoQuote:
Originally Posted by angrysparrow
My 3 season one is 14 ounces including the stuff sack.Quote:
Originally Posted by neo
About 12 oz last time I checked. My first 3-season (early model) was 14 oz, but the ones he is making now are closer to 12 oz. Don't remember how much my Winter Yeti weighs.
I believe that my winter Yeti is 21-22 oz again, prototype. Not sure about current production but history says things get lighter!Quote:
Originally Posted by neo