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    Hanging in garage

    Hello all

    I put some eye bolts in a couple of studs in my garage and reinforced the ends of the studs to the header and footer. All this was done so I can test my new DIY UQ in the cold. The...
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    Any thoughts on using elastic ribbon on the ends?

    Any thoughts on using elastic ribbon on the ends?
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    Anything? Please?

    Anything? Please?
  4. Thread: Working Down

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    I too had this same problem occur. I had...

    I too had this same problem occur. I had initially had a hose come off of the end to blow the down into my bag. I found that the corrugated hose created too much resistance. Removing the hose and...
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    Questions on finishing my UQ

    I just finished sewing up my UQ and have a few questions on the finishing touches. I figured where else to ask than the wealth of knowledge that is hammock forums. The quilt is a 3/4 length with 3...
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    I got the pieces from lowes and used my shop vac....

    I got the pieces from lowes and used my shop vac. Worked great
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    So I just finished using this method on my...

    So I just finished using this method on my underquilt and let me tell you, it is absolutely amazing. Taking a break before I sew it up. This is my second DIY project with down. The first being a...
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    I see. Thanks for clearing that up for me.

    I see. Thanks for clearing that up for me.
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    Ok, I only ask because I am in the middle of...

    Ok, I only ask because I am in the middle of making my First UQ as well. Didn't know if there was some benefit I was unaware of.
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    Nice work. But if I may ask, what is the...

    Nice work. But if I may ask, what is the reasoning for the fabric extensions on the sides? It seems as if they allow more of a gap. But it looks great and you can't beat the price.
  11. Find a box or some sort of square container...

    Find a box or some sort of square container (makes it easier) that is at least 1000 cubic inches. That is only a 10 inch square box. Weight out exactly 1 oz of down, compress it briefly, and then let...
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    I'm not sure if the ripstop would be good for a...

    I'm not sure if the ripstop would be good for a high quality down, but it seems to do alright for the for the cheap stuff I used. I've had it done for a couple months now an the only thing that has...
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    The bury should be 72 times the diameter of the...

    The bury should be 72 times the diameter of the line you're using. But using a UCR you should aslo remember to tie a half hitch.
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    $24 Down DIY top quilt

    While in the market for a new Down TQ I looked at both cottage vendors and DIY plans. While the cottage vendors seemed to have great products as well as great reviews, I couldn't seem to swallow the...
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    I carry a 48" and a 72" and have 7' whoopies.

    I carry a 48" and a 72" and have 7' whoopies.
  16. Thread: Knot challenge!

    by Hamish
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    Truckers hitch or ratchet strap. Strap is...

    Truckers hitch or ratchet strap. Strap is probably your best bet as you are not worried about weight.
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    +1 on zing it

    +1 on zing it
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    I have made a video demonstrating the setup. If...

    I have made a video demonstrating the setup. If you would like to see it, you can find it here. Hope it answers some of the questions.
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    I haven't found this to be a problem at all with...

    I haven't found this to be a problem at all with the UCRs. I pull the main line tight with one hand and milk the bury with the other. It is extremely easy and requires virtually no effort. I'll try...
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    Yes, I use this setup solely for my tarp. I use...

    Yes, I use this setup solely for my tarp. I use whoopies and straps for my hammock.
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    My new SLS for a tarp

    Hey guys, I've recently made my new SLS for my tarp. I really like the ease of using a figure 9 but wanted to have the same adjustability without using any hardware or knots. So this is what I've...
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