Originally Posted by
gastar
I tested some of my gear last night and this is was the result.
The temperature was between 23 and 30 degrees, calm night with no wind.
I used
ENO Hammock
8x10 silnylon tarp
30 deg Monbell Bag super stretch
20-25 JacksRbetter UQ Torso length
Worn:
Synthetic light tank top
Synthetic T shirt
Synthetic light Long sleeve
Thin down vest
Thin New Balance hat
Thin cotton long underwear
Thin North Face Pants
One pair wool socks
I was toasty and comfortable everywhere except for my feet. I did not need gloves, my face and head was warm with just the thin hat and the sleeping bag.
I struggled with keeping my feet warm all night. I started by using my packs sit pad underneath but it slid around and would not stay in place. I tried putting an automobile sun screen under and around , that worked for a while but got cold again. Then I put a silk bag liner in the foot box of my bag and that got me to morning but was still cold. I could have put my gloves over my feat or brought another pair of socks. I’ll have to work at a solution to this for next time. Id like to keep things light but I’ll have heavier back up stuff in my truck if needed for the winter hang. .
Maybe having the foot end of the hammock slightly lower would help with this? (as far as blood flow)