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    If you do decide to go the hammock route, i...

    If you do decide to go the hammock route, i would at least take a ground pad, and maybe practice setting your tarp up as a ground shelter?
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    the best strategy for IR, in my opinion, is to...

    the best strategy for IR, in my opinion, is to get up early and hike to your campsite for that night as early as possible so you have a better chance at getting a site with suitable trees for a...
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    the best strategy for IR, in my opinion, is to...

    the best strategy for IR, in my opinion, is to get up early and hike to your campsite for that night as early as possible so you have a better chance at getting a site with suitable trees for two...
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    The bomb proof Kelty Noahs Tarp is a great tarp...

    The bomb proof Kelty Noahs Tarp is a great tarp for the money.
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    I would Take the Superfly. At least until it...

    I would Take the Superfly. At least until it warms up. I'm not sure why it would be more difficult to set up? I carry a torso length Zlite pad for a variety of things. One being if my insulation...
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    Same issue with mine. Although I really really...

    Same issue with mine. Although I really really like it, I will probably have to order a heavier modular piece to get me down to the temps I want. The base and modular piece I have now should be...
  7. Nice! Big island lake canoe area?

    Nice! Big island lake canoe area?
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    My extras are 1 extra stake, 6' amsteel dogbone,...

    My extras are 1 extra stake, 6' amsteel dogbone, 12' of zing it, and 2 binder clips for hanging stuff on my ridgeline
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    Welcome! Im in Houghton lake.

    Welcome! Im in Houghton lake.
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    Im not on Facebook anymore, but when i was,...

    Im not on Facebook anymore, but when i was, there was a dedicated page just for selling used camping, hiking, and backpacking gear.
  11. I was hanging at my house, and had my suspension...

    I was hanging at my house, and had my suspension fail me once (My fault). "Half an instant" to the ground is the perfect way to explain it. Its always in the back of my mind, when I have a less...
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    Cool weather sleep system total weight?

    What is your total sleep system weight (hammock, tarp, insulation) for temps down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit?
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    Same! When car camping i use a pillow. When...

    Same! When car camping i use a pillow. When backpacking i use my empty pack or my z lite sit pad. Not only did my comfort level go way up, the fiddle factor went down. I make sure my foot end is a...
  14. I have an older version of the Trail Winder too. ...

    I have an older version of the Trail Winder too. I have a 40 degree that I just sent back today to get it modified to the modular system. Looking forward to this being the only quilt i need.
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    Thanks Ill look into the Airwave Material.

    Thanks Ill look into the Airwave Material.
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    Latest greatest Hammock Materials?

    I've had a Hexon 1.6 Dutch net less Hammock for quite a few years now. The other day my dog was in with me, and ripped it jumping out. I was just going to get the exact same hammock, but was...
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    Snow Fleas...

    Snow Fleas
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypogastrura_nivicola
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    Looks Cozy. What area of northern Mi were ya? I...

    Looks Cozy. What area of northern Mi were ya? I bought a battery powered chainsaw for car camping, to keep noise down, and absolutely love it. I now take it to work with me vs my gas saw. Thanks...
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    Hello from Houghton Lake.

    Hello from Houghton Lake.
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    I dont. It is a WB Superfly. probably 4 years...

    I dont. It is a WB Superfly. probably 4 years old i would say. I have had the patch on it since it was new. I doubt I could even peel it off
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    not silnylon, but ive had a tenacious tape patch...

    not silnylon, but ive had a tenacious tape patch on a silpoly tarp for quite a few years now.
  22. hammock and quilts inside pack liner to stay dry....

    hammock and quilts inside pack liner to stay dry. tarp outside the pack liner.
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    [QUOTE=Brommeland;2056332]'Just got my new Trail...

    [QUOTE=Brommeland;2056332]'Just got my new Trail Lair. It is by far the best, most comfortable integrated net GE hammock that I've ever owned. 'Got it in a hair over a week AND Jared had to order in...
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    Check out the Trail Winder from Simply Light...

    Check out the Trail Winder from Simply Light Designs. In my opinion its more comfortable and easier to adjust than a standard UQ. Plus its its great at blocking the wind.

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    Nice! Thank you. Sent from my Pixel 5 using...

    Nice! Thank you.

    Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk
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    I find it odd that one of the vendors hasn't made...

    I find it odd that one of the vendors hasn't made a bottom entry net that has a large opening on one side, so you can slide it over your hammock and underquilt to the other side, completely out of...
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    No. I stuff it in a compactor bag in my pack....

    No. I stuff it in a compactor bag in my pack. The only other thing in there is my clothes bag.

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    Here is a thought. I recently have started using...

    Here is a thought. I recently have started using my Dutch bottom entry bug net as a giant stuff sack for my entire sleep system. I leave my top quilt inside the hammock, and bottom quilt attached...
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    Here is a link to a handy distance calculator for...

    Here is a link to a handy distance calculator for the SHT

    http://www.mikeward.cool/sht-distance-calc/
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    We did Temperance river to Highway 1 this past...

    We did Temperance river to Highway 1 this past fall, and it was gorgeous. its roughly 50 miles(48.6). Our Itinerary for 5 days was
    Temperance river -Dyers creek 9.1 mi
    Dyers creek - Horseshoe ...
  31. 1. what a waste of time it was trying to make a...

    1. what a waste of time it was trying to make a sleeping bag and pad work well in a hammock. Bite the bullet and get a good set of quilts

    2. Using a pillow or something of the likes under your...
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    Congratulations on your accomplishment!

    Congratulations on your accomplishment!
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    lately I've been using my bottom entry bug net as...

    lately I've been using my bottom entry bug net as a huge mesh bag. I leave my top quilt inside my hammock, and bottom quilt attached, then cinch the bottom drawstring up to contain everything. I...
  34. I had an order stuck in SC since Dec 8. It...

    I had an order stuck in SC since Dec 8. It arrived yesterday with no movement shown on USPS website. Now the website shows the path it took to get here after delivery. I also got an email this...
  35. Something under my knees/calves was a game...

    Something under my knees/calves was a game changer for me. It pretty much eliminates any calf ridge, and takes any uncomfortable pressure off my legs and feet. At home or when car camping, I use a...
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    I carry a Thermarest Zlite cut down to 6 panels...

    I carry a Thermarest Zlite cut down to 6 panels (torso length for me) that i can use in a pinch. My tarp is the WB Superfly that can be set up in many configurations. Although ive never had to go...
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    FS: TORSO MED HIPBELT LG

    TORSO MED
    HIPBELT LG
  38. Thread: Camp setup

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    I put my empty pack (ULA Circuit) into a modified...

    I put my empty pack (ULA Circuit) into a modified full size pillow case (added a draw string), which i also use as my clothes bag, and then in the hammock with me. I put it under my knees when lying...
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    Thanks for the help. The park contacted me and...

    Thanks for the help. The park contacted me and there is a designated parking spot for SHT hikers that you are directed to after getting a permit
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    I see it on the map, but it isnt listed on the...

    I see it on the map, but it isnt listed on the mileage calculator. wasnt sure if the wayside was at temperance river rd or at H61. Thanks
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    this is the mileage calculator that im using.

    this is the mileage calculator that im using.
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    Thanks all. Sounds like you have to get a state...

    Thanks all. Sounds like you have to get a state park permit then they let you overnight park in a specific area.
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    SHT Question

    I'm trying to figure out our mileage between campsites for an up coming trip. The mileage calculator I found on line has our starting point listed as Temperance river wayside. Would this be the...
  44. My vote is for a tarp with doors. I dont use...

    My vote is for a tarp with doors. I dont use them most of the time, but am thankful i have them when they are needed.
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    I use an UQ, but if i were to use a pad, this is...

    I use an UQ, but if i were to use a pad, this is what i would use. I have slept overnight using this method, and it was pretty comfy. I got the idea from a thru hiker i follow on instagram (Kyle...
  46. 179574 I used a Noah 12 for years.. Its a big...

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    I used a Noah 12 for years.. Its a big tarp, but dont let anyone convince you its to heavy for backpacking. I hung 2 hammocks under it, as my wife was new to backpacking, and wanted to...
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    from what i gather from frozens instagram posts, ...

    from what i gather from frozens instagram posts, it is the same width as the HG, but has no cat cuts so it is 6" wider at the center of the sides.
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    If its just a small area, Tenacious tape on both...

    If its just a small area, Tenacious tape on both side is an easy and permanent fix. I would still clean it good with alcohol though.
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    Ok so i just tried it. After you type out your...

    Ok so i just tried it. After you type out your thread, and check the box to post a poll, you have to actually submit your thread. It will take you to another page for the poll.
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    Creating and Participating in Polls You may...

    Creating and Participating in Polls
    You may notice that some threads on this forum also include a section where you can vote on an issue or question. These threads are called 'polls'.

    How do I...
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