First DIY Hammock

[AUTiger]

Not long ago I managed to put some holes in my Grand Trunk SB-Pro. I really like that hammock but it is unfortunately compromised. I made the decision to go ahead and retire it. I have been on a real DIY kick lately so I ordered some 1.9 from Ripstop By the Roll and set to work. It was actually a lot easier than I thought. It's a 10.5' with DIY whoopie slings and some DIY tree straps that I made from 1" webbing. I made the tree straps really long so I can basically put them anywhere as long as I have toggles. (I used two small wrenches for the images and testing. I'll be getting something a little more permanent soon.) I'm going to make a stuff sack for it today. I'm considering using the bugnet from my SB-Pro instead of ordering NoSeeUm and zippers and all that mess. Thoughts?

It was fun and I will definitely be making quite a few more of these. I think my next project is going to be a hex tarp. I already made the UL Asym DIYGS tarp but I want something with a little more coverage.

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[WhollyHamaca]

Looking good! You've definitely got the DIY bug. If it were me, I'd re-purpose the bugnet. I like to diy most things but nowadays I won't sew NoSeeUm & zippers any more than I have to. I say reward your efforts and take the easy way out on this one. There's plenty else to have fun making!

[boulderv7]

Nice. Always great to make something with your hands. Why not DIY the bugnet as well? Its a fun learning experience.