Under quilt that accommodates hammock tie-outs?

**x PREACHER x** · 12-12-2014, 17:34

I am looking into making my own down underquilt as my next project.

I have two Hennessy Exp hammocks and I really get a much more comfortable lay using the side tie-outs. Even if I make my own hammocks in the future I see myself making them in the asym style, or something like Dream Hammock's Roaming Gnome, w the duel side tie-outs.

The only thing I could find about making underquilts fit the Hennessy hammocks is "don't use the tie-outs."

So, I am looking for a way to design a baffled underquilt, that has some sort of way of still being able to use the hammock tie-outs without the underquilt preventing that, or laying funny because of the tie-outs.

Iv'e seen the Potomac, and have found a diagram of how they cut the asym underquilt, but I can not find the old thread that gave the step by step instructions for it, nor do I know hoe to convert that idea to a baffled design.

I sort of envision a big, nice underquilt that has some sort of velcro opening or slit in the side where you can run the tie-outs out of but am certainly not skilled enough to design it on my own. I am not even sure if that is in any way a good idea.

Any thoughts ideas or links that may help?
Anyone using an already-talked-about design AND still using the HH tie-outs without an issue? I made myself a PLUQ and it is just impossible to get it snugged up, comfy, and still be able to use the tie-outs. It pulls in, creating a weird cramped lay, and saggy bugnet in the Hennessy.

**booone0** · 12-12-2014, 17:42

OK this is from memory... But search for jacks r better UQ. I think there was a DIY guide for that.... I'll see if I saved a PDF or link of it.

**booone0** · 12-12-2014, 18:35

Sorry I can't be more help but check this thread if you haven't already: https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=51555

Good luck!

**Hudsonhawk** · 12-12-2014, 18:47

This is a copy of a link I got here on the site: Hennessy UQ

**hanginyaker** · 12-12-2014, 19:37

Originally Posted by booone0

OK this is from memory... But search for jacks r better UQ. I think there was a DIY guide for that.... I'll see if I saved a PDF or link of it.

+1 on JRB they have a loop of material for the tie outs

**x PREACHER x** · 12-12-2014, 19:45

thanks for the replies. keep them coming.

Originally Posted by Hudsonhawk

This is a copy of a link I got here on the site: Hennessy UQ

I did find that. I guess I just need more help than that.

I understand from it how to cut the shape, but not really where to run sewn channels and how the quilt attaches or handles the hammock tie-outs.

**Hudsonhawk** · 12-12-2014, 19:54

I'm still in planning phase as well. My plan was with this design to use the tie outs as my quilt hook attachment points, and then up onto the suspension on either end. My plan is to do a full length winter weight with the slit to maintain the bottom entry as I haven't yet been able to send it out to 2QZQ for their mod. I am going to line up the baffles, so that the slit will be right along seem or one of the channels.

**Bstomper** · 12-12-2014, 20:44

I will be watching this thread with excitement as I have 4 HH to underquilt. Sorry I have absolutly nothing to help you out with but I am after the same thing you are.

**Bstomper** · 12-12-2014, 21:14

Originally Posted by x PREACHER x

thanks for the replies. keep them coming.

I did find that. I guess I just need more help than that.

I understand from it how to cut the shape, but not really where to run sewn channels and how the quilt attaches or handles the hammock tie-outs.

I assume you watched the video on how to install the potomic UQ. There is some good info on there for what you are asking.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyosuQPQjek#t=253