First Hang Report, Sipsey Oct. 23-25

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10-25-2009, 22:41
Tacky Hiker

First Hang Report, Sipsey Oct. 23-25

A group went to the Sipsey this weekend and I took my HH Expedition for the first time. It sure was nice. Friday night went down to the 40s and Sat. night got down in the 30s. I used my Speer SleepPad and it was great, even in the 30s combined with my Sierra Designs Arrow Rock 15* Down Bag (first use also). My toes did get cold though. And it only took me 5mins to get situated in my bag on top of the pad :eek: Over all I am hooked, but I think I may the EXPLORER ULTRALITE. I am about 6'1"@210.

PS: How high is the bug nut suppose to be above your head? It seemed the "ceiling" was low, but the ridge line was tight.

We parked at the Thompson Creek Trail Head. Hiked trail 206 a bit and then followed White Oak Hollow to trail 224. Once on trail 224 we will merge on trail 204. Then finish hiking trail 204 until we meet trail 206 again. It was pretty comfortable Friday night (high 40s) and got a little chilly Saturday night (mid 30s).

Pics:

The crew on the first night...(it was a 11:30pm setup)
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I dig the new hammock
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The crew
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Random action shot
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I order from left to right...My brother, Kelsey(his wife), Beth(JC785s wife), JC785, ME, Paul, and Mrs. 9civichatch3 taking the pic !
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Us @ Big Tree
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Yes Josh, our Sat. night site was blessed ;D
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Mr. & Mrs. 9civichatch3
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My brother and his wife
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Mr. & Mrs. JC785
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Mr. & Mrs. 9civichatch3..again !
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10-25-2009, 22:48
Peg-Leg

Thanks for sharing. What part of the Sipsey were you in?
10-25-2009, 23:15
bigbamaguy

9ch3:
Like Peg-Leg I would like to know where you went in the Sipsey? Next question, are you planning on making the hike/hang next weekend?

Oh yeah, nice first trip report and thanks for sharing!
10-26-2009, 06:16
Mrprez

Great pics. What are those orange and yellow contraptions set up on the ground?
10-26-2009, 08:05
Sweetpea

Welcome to the hammocking world! Nice first hang pictures. :)
10-26-2009, 08:22
Tacky Hiker

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peg-Leg

What part of the Sipsey were you in?

We parked at the Thompson Creek Trail Head. Hiked trail 206 and then followed White Oak Hollow to trail 224. Once on trail 224 we will merge on trail 204. Then finish hiking trail 204 until we meet trail 206 again.
10-26-2009, 21:06
Tacky Hiker

I added new pics
10-26-2009, 21:44
Darby

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrprez

Great pics. What are those orange and yellow contraptions set up on the ground?

Bug Traps :scared::lol::scared:
10-26-2009, 22:03
Mrprez

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darby

Bug Traps :scared::lol::scared:

That makes sense. :D
10-26-2009, 22:07
Tacky Hiker

I don't mind a tent. I just recently bought a Marmot Limelight2 Tent for when I don't take the hammock.
10-27-2009, 05:25
Bankheadboy

Your just getting started! I went from tents to bluff shelters to Hammocks! Hammocks is so much better! But I notice the wife's, so you guys will be using tents or buying more hammocks! Welcome to the hammock world!
10-27-2009, 09:36
Tacky Hiker

Quote:

Originally Posted by IhangnBankhead

But I notice the wife's, so you guys will be using tents or buying more hammocks! Welcome to the hammock world!

I may give my wife the HH Expedition and buy an Explorer Ultralite. I think I am too tall for the Expedition.
10-27-2009, 09:40
Ekul

Quote:

Originally Posted by 9civichatch3

I may give my wife the HH Expedition and buy an Explorer Ultralite. I think I am too tall for the Expedition.

'cough' WBBB.

Nice pics. I have a ulbp and now a wbbb and the bird is way bigger inside!
10-27-2009, 10:20
Bankheadboy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekul

'cough' WBBB.

Nice pics. I have a ulbp and now a wbbb and the bird is way bigger inside!

I agree with this guy! Blackbird! It's the way to go! You get the zipper side entry the footbox and the shelf, plus lots better tree straps . This means alot! Just read more or show up this weekend and check out all the set ups! Thomas
10-27-2009, 12:18
BillyBob58

Quote:

Originally Posted by 9civichatch3

I may give my wife the HH Expedition and buy an Explorer Ultralite. I think I am too tall for the Expedition.

Civic, what a great trip report and photos! You even had pretty ladies with you to improve the overall scenery! ;) That is a great benefit that your wives can enjoy this activity with you.

I think you will find the UL Explorer even more comfortable, just because it is bigger. That is the one I have, and the one I started with several years ago. I still like it a lot. But- as I have sevral netted hammocks if needed- I recently cut the net off. Plus I can use my WB separate net on it if needed. I can only say that it seems even better now, and using it with the Super Shelter is greatly simplified, as I can easily reach under the hammock to make adjustments and check loft, etc. The only real complaints I ever had with the Exp were related to the net: couldn't reach out of the hammock, and often in my face. But no more!

Did you have many mosquitoes on this trip?

PS: Of course, a BB is a great way to go also, I'm sure you would really like it! But I do like to use my SS from time to time ( just call me weird! ), so that means my Exp. But, no problem, I think it is quite comfortable!

Where in AL are you located?
10-27-2009, 12:38
Tacky Hiker

Thanks. I also am glad they can come with us sometimes. Some trips (ex: bad weather, really cold) they pass on, but overall my wife loves it. She is just super cold natured.

No mosquitoes on this trip.

I am in Montgomery, AL !

I may just get the HH Explorer Ultralite. I love the all-in-one design, and the snakeskins !!!
10-27-2009, 13:23
split

Great Post. Looks like y'all really had fun.
10-27-2009, 15:02
BillyBob58

Quote:

Originally Posted by 9civichatch3

Thanks. I also am glad they can come with us sometimes. Some trips (ex: bad weather, really cold) they pass on, but overall my wife loves it. She is just super cold natured.

No mosquitoes on this trip.

I am in Montgomery, AL !

I may just get the HH Explorer Ultralite. I love the all-in-one design, and the snakeskins !!!

I am in Tupelo, MS but I grew up mainly in Columbus, GA not far from you! Snake Skins(SS) are great, as is the Super Shelter(SS), at least for me!
10-27-2009, 17:19
Alan

Excellent post, great pictures, awesome scenery, and the smiles on all the faces tell the story. Thanks for sharing!