Bison hunt was in Utah...they have the purest herds in the country. The wagons could not get into Utah's canyon country in the 1800s so that's where the bison survived. Now there are over half a...
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Bison hunt was in Utah...they have the purest herds in the country. The wagons could not get into Utah's canyon country in the 1800s so that's where the bison survived. Now there are over half a...
Just a suggestion for those camping in Beartown. I crush up a chlorine tab in a heavy ziplock and sprinkle it around my campsite (whether truck camping or backpacking). Keeps everything from rodents...
We can label this: HOW TO MAKE A BEAR BURRITO
Always stow your food well away from your shelter, up high and don't bait bears to your hammock. OMG!
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So what's you most extreme hammock experience? Dangling from a cliff? Being awakened by bears? Having a squirrel jump on your face?
Mine was bow hunting bison in a winter storm that lasted an entire...
Anyone else hunt with a hammock?
Never crossed my mind to hunt from it but then, I do all western spot & stalk w/ a bow. Some guys on a hunting forum thought a hammock for chasing elk in the Rockies was ludicrous. But to me, a...
Defintely easier to find a spot to hang than pitch a tent sometimes. But have you used a hammock while hunting?
I don't understand why it cannot be both as a hammock is a shelter used in plenty of outdoor activities, including hunting. I am wondering how common they are used for this activity. But I removed...
Post up those pics! How many days do you spend hammock hunting? Any problems that would be resolved by going to ground with a tent? Any advantages? Apologies to any tree huggers who might find this...
I prefer a hammock in storms because if lightning strikes near you in a tent you get the whole zap if everything is wet. How much current would be passed through your suspension? I dunno but it has...
I used the Z-liner on a hunt for a week.
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/BC9696/030_zps61e8b280.jpg
It snowed all day, every day with temps in the high teens and strong wind chill.
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For tent camping. EE or comparable. 6"-6'.6" long, wide, down. Will paypal funds immediately.
Is there any definitive research addressing ways hammockers can mitigate risk of lightning? I feel I am less susceptible to getting zapped when suspended between trees than I would be in a tent on...
Glad some of you found it useful.
That's when I lighten my load and take a tarptent. https://www.tarptent.com/#
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/BC9696/trekpoles_zpsfcda4904.jpg
http://www.tarptent.com/photos/ss2-10.jpg
If you are hit directly, you're probably toast however, the overwhelming majority of risk results from ground current and side flash...both of which could be mitigated by some sort on non-conductive...
Haha, you are funny. If you look you'll see the article above comes from AZ backcountry experts. For the stunning stats on AZ lightning (as it pertains to hunting season) visit...
Here's a terrific article explaining the subject of lightning and I for one am stunned to learn where the juice is and how many people are exposed. Clearly hanging is better than being on the ground...
CalTrans strikes again!
i'll take the sling...PM your Paypal info okay?
FYI from a local here...Caltrans often says one thing and does another. The mess at Ortega has been underway for quite a while and is years from completion. Whatever you "hope" for...pad your...
Ortega Closure This Weekend
For any South Cal Inland Empire to Orange County drivers (or vice versa), Ortega is going to be closed Friday night at midnight through Sunday night at midnight for...
I shoulda listened to you. I now have it MUCH snugger to the hammock and will try again tonight. Bailed outta the hammock at 2:45am when i didn't warm up. How long should it take for a properly...
I'm gonna put on a light merino base layer, wool socks and beanie and crawl under the Woobie. I have to say, you're a genius Kent. The way you designed this thing just amazes me. I've never used a UQ...
Waiting for the temp drop this coming weekend...been too warm for a proper test. My dogs look at me funny when I sleep in the backyard...I think they learned that from my wife.
I'm thinking about a Kifaru Woobie inside my hammock (instead of a sleeping bag) with the UnderDoobie outside.
Hey Kent, I've been playing with different configurations the UnderDoobie and am thinking I might wanna add these tiny red snaps you use to my Kifary Wooboe. They're so light and subtle, I don't...
Sorry Kent...run out and trademark that name now. Oh wait, mine's an UnderDoobie!! LOL After my last outing, I cannot wait to test this in the snow.
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A while back I mentioned I was working with Kent on this site to create a multi-application woobie/doobie suitable for the NW Territory. Well it is done. You haven’t seen this before!
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The sample you sent looks terrific...the heavier Climasheild makes sense for my applications.
Fishlake or Strawberry Res would be worth the drive from So. Cal. for me. I hunt those areas. Now if ya can locate a spot with carp as well, I'll bring my bowfishing gear.
You've got money! Ortega is 50-50 for me but I appreciate your effort.
Well doggone! Looks like a super duper doobie is in the initial development stages. Thanks sarg.
Yes, exactly. I will be taking a 15 day BP trip and am looking at gear options with the most versatility possible. Only question remaining now is how much sarge is gonna charge me to convert a doobie...
No joy with either company. This just in:
Hey Bruce,
I don't know a lot about the Kifaru products but in my years of experiences making underquilts there are very few products that are made to...
Kifaru just replied. Not an option apparently:
Bruce, not sure what you’re asking but we don’t modify or change our design. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Heath Arshan
Lead Customer Service...
You'll be happy to learn you're wrong. I took a backcountry dunking and learned the hard way about down. Now my bag is bulletproof, even if soaking wet.
Watch the video at...
Wiggys suits me just fine...great bags. Can be done with right UQ and secondary bag and right tarp. But take heat packs just in case. Wear merino too.
Thanks OB...very cool of you.
I just sent Kifaru an email asking exactly this...they have done a lot of modifications on other products. I honestly think the Climasheild would be a much more effective UQ insulator than down and...
Way to DIY there guy.
I need to clarify this, I am looking at using the Doobie outside the hammock when hanging or inside the hammock when set up on the ground. My Wiggy's 20* bag is insulated with Lamilite (a...
Has anyone tried using the Climashield Doobie in place of an UQ? The weight is comparable, the Doobie is more weather resistant and multi-functional...and if you cannot hang (above treeline) and must...
How bulky/heavy are they and do they make em out of Climashield or Lamilite or something that isn't adversely affected by water like down?
What happens when the ten parking spots are full?
Thus far my camping has been in temps that the Z-liner works fine for (upper 40s or higher) but let's be honest, it's a PITA to haul around and attach. Is there a lighter, smaller (when stuffed) full...
Well I can tell ya two things about using a ladder as a tree replacement. You can hang a hammock this way..................................but ya cannot climb in it. The ladder will fall right over...
The yellow poles do not fall when the weather shield and bug netting are stuffed! Woot woot!!!
Is the a UQ that is ideal for the NX-250? Do all you guys use top quilts too?
...and a Travel John urinal in the side pocket. LOL