Hanging WBBB in a 15 ft hammock stand

**Creek.Jumper** · 06-24-2015, 21:34

Hi,

I just purchased a hammock stand like this.

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I'd like to try my WBBB a few times before packing with it. Not ideal I know, but I have no trees. The problem is I cant seem to get a comfortable hang, wondering if anyone has managed to do so and how they did it.

**hutzelbein** · 06-25-2015, 07:06

Judging from the picture, the stand is made for use with spreader bar hammocks and is not deep enough to be used with a gathered end hammock. Have a look here to get an idea what your options are.

**rustyshack11** · 06-25-2015, 07:31

Where did you get it?

**MisterS** · 06-25-2015, 08:28

I use this with my 11 ft\ WBBB-XLC and it works fine. http://www.rei.com/product/867559/by...-hammock-stand.

To get a 30 degree hang, I have to rig the ridgeline very tight when setting up since the stand flexes, but when I lie in it, the ridge line loosens to normal since the ends flex toward each other. I like that the stand breaks down for storage and reassembles quickly and easily with no tools required other than the included ones. The included wrenches are stamped metal. I keep them attached to a brace on the frame with a soft prussic so I don't lose them. If you have a large enough car trunk or a pickup, etc., you can leave the major sections assembled for transport. The lower bar joins the side struts that holds the detachable upright end pieces. It uses a bolt with a hand knob to secure the tubular pieces together. I normally do not rig up my superfly, but it is possible. It is my go-to setup for yard testing or just lounging on a nice day. It is too heavy for backpacking use though it would be great to take along for a basecamp setup where there were no trees or for car campers.

**mmorton** · 06-26-2015, 08:52

I use the Hammeck stand on the road and a turtle dog stand at home.

**Creek.Jumper** · 06-26-2015, 08:56

Originally Posted by hutzelbein

Judging from the picture, the stand is made for use with spreader bar hammocks and is not deep enough to be used with a gathered end hammock. Have a look here to get an idea what your options are.

Thanks, a few more options. I am able to get the hammock on the stand, I just cant seem to get it comfortable.

**Creek.Jumper** · 06-26-2015, 08:57

Originally Posted by rustyshack11

Where did you get it?

I got it here

**Creek.Jumper** · 06-26-2015, 08:59

Originally Posted by MisterS

I use this with my 11 ft\ WBBB-XLC and it works fine. http://www.rei.com/product/867559/by...-hammock-stand.

To get a 30 degree hang, I have to rig the ridgeline very tight when setting up since the stand flexes, but when I lie in it, the ridge line loosens to normal since the ends flex toward each other. I like that the stand breaks down for storage and reassembles quickly and easily with no tools required other than the included ones. The included wrenches are stamped metal. I keep them attached to a brace on the frame with a soft prussic so I don't lose them. If you have a large enough car trunk or a pickup, etc., you can leave the major sections assembled for transport. The lower bar joins the side struts that holds the detachable upright end pieces. It uses a bolt with a hand knob to secure the tubular pieces together. I normally do not rig up my superfly, but it is possible. It is my go-to setup for yard testing or just lounging on a nice day. It is too heavy for backpacking use though it would be great to take along for a basecamp setup where there were no trees or for car campers.

Do you by chance have a picture of your setup?

**OneClick** · 06-26-2015, 09:11

I gave up on this. I'm sure ready for a quick, easy, affordable stand without a spiderweb of cordage, lumber and DIY ghetto rigged monstrosities. The Hammeck Stand is close to what I want but big $$$

**mmorton** · 06-28-2015, 22:53

Originally Posted by markr6

I gave up on this. I'm sure ready for a quick, easy, affordable stand without a spiderweb of cordage, lumber and DIY ghetto rigged monstrosities. The Hammeck Stand is close to what I want but big $$$

I spent almost as much as the Hammeck stand cost on trying to build a stand - when I finally built it I found that it wasn't all that portable, so I built another one....then it just wasn't quite right...you get the picture....once I bought the Hammeck - I was happy - I could have saved money if I had just shelled out the money in the first place - IMHO