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  1. FS: If someone is interested and wants specific pics,...

    If someone is interested and wants specific pics, let me know. It really is in like new condition.
  2. FS: pics

    Ok, I took some pics at lunch but the lighting was bad, it was windy and I got chased off by police. Anyway, there are some shade and sun spots that are from the lighting. The actual fabric is...
  3. FS: OK, looks like: Your Dream Hammock order...

    OK, looks like:


    Your Dream Hammock order #653 has been shipped.
  4. FS: I don't have any pics. I won't be able to do...

    I don't have any pics. I won't be able to do that for a few days.
  5. FS: black overcover

    That field was for the color. Default is black which is what I got.

    This was in a different email:


    Thank you for your order.

    Yes, if no other color is specified, I use Black 1.1oz ripstop...
  6. FS: Dream Hammock DangerBird Double Layer with overcover and Whoopie Sling

    I need to sell my Dangerbird. This is a good hammock used twice. Like new. I need an over quilt more than a second hammock that I don't use. First "I'll take it" gets it. US shipping only...
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    Just wanted to add that back when I was...

    Just wanted to add that back when I was experimenting with fence railing I used this type of pipe cutter http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Quick-Release-2-1-8-in-Tube-Cutter-80-773-111/204258905
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    Very nice. So you drilled the elbows for the pins?

    Very nice. So you drilled the elbows for the pins?
  9. Thread: Bamboo Stand

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    Very nice, maybe something like a few wraps with...

    Very nice, maybe something like a few wraps with duct tape would eliminate the slipping.
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    There are a few different ones discussed here: ...

    There are a few different ones discussed here: https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?97178-Stand-Made-With-Canopy-Fittings
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    Just to add to the options, this is the one I've...

    Just to add to the options, this is the one I've been looking at: http://wiggys.com/moreinfo.cfm?Product_ID=197&CFID=28050&CFTOKEN=99117652
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    That looks pretty sharp. Whould you change...

    That looks pretty sharp. Whould you change anything if starting over?
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    That looks good. Why not put the tarp directly...

    That looks good. Why not put the tarp directly on the ridge pole?
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    Yes, thank you. That is the one I want to try...

    Yes, thank you. That is the one I want to try after I get my moving setteled. Please let me know how it works if anyone tries it.
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    Yes it is 1" conduit. I think it is strong...

    Yes it is 1" conduit. I think it is strong enough, I'm about 220 and it held me but there is some tension on the poles.
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    I have made one and like it...

    I have made one and like it https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?94093-A-hammock-stand-or-a-seesaw
    I'm in the middle of trying to move so it is in storage right now, but I hope to use...
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    I used the Tenacious Tape on my Grand Trunk...

    I used the Tenacious Tape on my Grand Trunk Ultralite and it worked well. ...
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    It looks like all the 1/8th is out of stock,...

    It looks like all the 1/8th is out of stock, right?
  19. My wife just told me I had a "hammock problem"...

    My wife just told me I had a "hammock problem" because I was at Johanna's fabrics looking for a new end loop.
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    I do recommend making your own table cloth...

    I do recommend making your own table cloth hammock because you will learn how the hammock works for pretty cheap https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJlEQpcbM1I&list=WL&index=8
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    However after making a...
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    Silly question, but if you use the upholstery...

    Silly question, but if you use the upholstery needles do you push them through backwards? Is it hard to get the end of the amsteel through the needle?
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    . WoW, those videos were so helpful. Thank you....

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    WoW, those videos were so helpful. Thank you. I was doing something vaguely similar to the second video but you just did it better. I think I need stiffer wire or a new loop turner. I think I...
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    Yes I was tapering the ends. I was using a new...

    Yes I was tapering the ends. I was using a new razor to cut the strands. It worked but dulled quickly. I also used my mora and some sisors that didn't cut as neatly.
  24. That's exactly it. She is in her 70's . However...

    That's exactly it. She is in her 70's . However once she sets her mind on something she won't let it go. She borrowed mine while visiting and it brought back memories. So I would rather help her...
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    I was using wire and the wallmart loop turner...

    I was using wire and the wallmart loop turner which is too small for the 1/8 amsteel. Do you have a link for a better one?

    Thank you
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    Crude continous loop alternative

    I really appreciate the tutorials from Opie and Ian Young on continuous loops but my results have been hit an miss. I find myself rewatching the video or looking up the pictures every time and when...
  27. Thank you. I didn't know the adjustment was on...

    Thank you. I didn't know the adjustment was on the hammock end.

    But what is that circle in his second picture?
  28. Need a fool proof system for my Mom to lounge -- not that my Mom is a fool but...

    My Mom is not very mechanically inclined but she wants a hammock for lounging in. I bought the Wallmart Equip hammock and I think it is just right for her but I need suspension that will be easy. I...
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    It was me and it could be user error. I love the...

    It was me and it could be user error. I love the G-clips but they did dig into some softer/thinner webbing. It wasn't camo but it is thinner and softer than other webbing I have. Also, no injuries...
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    That looks beyond my sewing sklls righ now so...

    That looks beyond my sewing sklls righ now so please let us know if you put it on etsy.
  31. Thread: Hammock Tent

    by jbritely
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    Oh for long term that makes sense. I just...

    Oh for long term that makes sense. I just thought I saw a rain fly too.
  32. Thread: Hammock Tent

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    I like it but why the blue tarp too? I have a...

    I like it but why the blue tarp too? I have a tent I got at a yard sale for $10, let me see if it is big enough.
  33. I think your barrel and connectors could possible...

    I think your barrel and connectors could possible work on 1 inch EMT which I believe has an outside diameter of 1.163. If so perhaps you could give people the option of a cheaper tube choice. I...
  34. I'll be in that area about the same time but I...

    I'll be in that area about the same time but I doubt I can get away from my family, not that I would want to of course. I'm trying to find 1 day to car camp in the CDA national forest. The other...
  35. I like the idea. When I need a new truck in a...

    I like the idea. When I need a new truck in a year or two, I've been leaning toward the Dodge Sprinter: http://www.dodge.com/pdf/sprinter/complete.pdf

    Apparently they don't make them currently...
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    I thought about making this stand but went for...

    I thought about making this stand but went for conduit instead. I would think as long as you didn't cut the pipe it would be returnable. Some home depots have more pipe sizes than others but I...
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    Looks great. Did it add much weight?

    Looks great. Did it add much weight?
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    Poll: Maybe something like this: ...

    Maybe something like this:

    http://www.omegapac.com/itemdetail.php?id=130&secid=63
  39. I was planning to make the one in the second post...

    I was planning to make the one in the second post here: http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php/54003-(E)-Student-practice-for-improvised-woods-chair?highlight=hammock+chair

    but now I'm...
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    I like natural colors but usually not camo...

    I like natural colors but usually not camo because it looks too military. Don't get me wrong, almost all of my family is military or LEO and I've worked with and respect the military but, unless its...
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    Poll: I would be interested in a different biner but...

    I would be interested in a different biner but I'm probably set on this type.
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    Welcome from Manassas. I'm sure you are better...

    Welcome from Manassas. I'm sure you are better with your thread injector than me but if you haven't done so already I would suggest starting with something simple like the table cloth hammocks in...
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    i'm in and would gladly pay shipping

    i'm in and would gladly pay shipping
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    That is interesting. I happen to have an extra...

    That is interesting. I happen to have an extra long extension ladder however my step ladders are taller than I'm willing to fall. Maybe I will look at two 5 or 6 foot step ladders at wall mart.
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    So I don't think I really understand the...

    So I don't think I really understand the difference on the two ends of your hammock in your video. Is the G clip facing opposite directions or is it than in one it on the end of the strap and in...
  46. Thread: XLC setup

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    Thank you all for the input. I think I will...

    Thank you all for the input. I think I will order some more Dutch hardware when I get paid.

    And I guess I will keep trying different angles to see if I can get the ridge line less tight.
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    I like it. Does the rebar anchor slip? How far...

    I like it. Does the rebar anchor slip? How far in the ground?

    Here are some stands I've been experimenting with: ...
  48. Thread: XLC setup

    by jbritely
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    XLC setup

    I was experimenting with my new XLC setup in the backyard this last weekend and had a few questions. I have the adjustable webbing. My kids ran off with my carabiners and I could only find one. I...
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    I want to go but with a canoe.

    I want to go but with a canoe.
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    Yes you are right, I guess I was thinking that a...

    Yes you are right, I guess I was thinking that a source with wide nylon might also have wide silnylon or you could make it. I should have been more clear.
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