For years I have used another major brand 10' single layer hammock and was generally satisfied with it. However, I was always having the foot section of my top quilt fall out of the quilt whenever I got up for whatever reason, a cause for constant frustration. Until I read here on HF about the BIAS Hammock Knotty Mod concept, I did not think there was a solution outside of an attached bugnet hammock.
So a month or two ago I ordered a Weight Weenie with the Knotty Mod and this past weekend took it on its virgin voyage. Sometimes when I buy a piece of gear that I don't really NEED, I have a little big of guilt to deal with...but not this time. I am extremely happy with my WW. The knotty mod is a brilliant concept that keeps my top quilt in the hammock, keeps my feet from hanging outside the quilt, and raises the sides which blocks the wind as well as lights from other camp sites shining in my eyes when I don't feel like setting up my tarp. As someone who is 6' tall, going from a 10' to an 11' hammock really does provide me with significant improvement in comfort. When I set it up just right, the center "ridge" in the hammock fabric virtually disappears. It has clearly become my "go-to" hammock for all of my hanging trips.
My compliments to Shane and Brian for a job well done.
Gerry Brucia
Ruston, Louisiana
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