Drawstring Duffel for a Hammock Stuff sack.

[Beast 71]

I've recently seen a draw string duffle and of course being afflicted badly by a profound hammock addiction, I thought, "That would make a great stuff sack for a hammock and I could get dual use out of it as a day pack when my hammock is not in it." I got to thinking that if it were large enough, I could put my hammock, quilts and tarp in one.

I have two concerns though; firstly, I know the thin cord used as straps will dig into me, I'm wondering how badly. I wouldn't use it for multi day hikes of course, but would it be comfortable enough for an hour or two? Secondly, the one that I saw seemed flimsy, so I'm wondering if there are good brands that will hold up to the rigors of camping ? Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks,
B

[zukiguy]

Just my opinion....use a stuff sack to store your gear and a daypack to haul stuff around in the woods. This seems like a spot where the two pieces have nearly polar opposite requirements.

Some folks do pack their gear like you describe in their backpacks. You can use a garbage bag or other waterproof liner then stuff all your gear (even all rigged/connected) into the bottom. I know this is probably more weight efficient and probably faster. However, I'm a bit paranoid about getting all my gear soaked so I don't want all my eggs in one basket. YMMV....

[Beast 71]

Just my opinion....use a stuff sack to store your gear and a daypack to haul stuff around in the woods. This seems like a spot where the two pieces have nearly polar opposite requirements.

Some folks do pack their gear like you describe in their backpacks. You can use a garbage bag or other waterproof liner then stuff all your gear (even all rigged/connected) into the bottom. I know this is probably more weight efficient and probably faster. However, I'm a bit paranoid about getting all my gear soaked so I don't want all my eggs in one basket. YMMV....

Good points, but once my hammock, quilts and tarp are up, I have four stuff sacks that are useless, until it's time to pack up again , plus I have to keep track of them. I'm a paddle camper so, they usually just ride around in my Duluth pack getting in the way. My Duluth pack is too large for a day pack and I like to keep it in camp protecting my clothing and other unused gear, from the weather, while I day trip but, a small regular back pack seems unnecessarily heavy with all the straps, zippers and extras for short portages of light loads of fishing gear and snacks. I think your point about waterproofing is especially poignant. Does anyone Know of a waterproof drawstring pack or a way to DIY a water proof one? I think the nature of the drawstring top would be hard to waterproof.

[zukiguy]

Ah..paddling. That kind of changes things. Maybe you could add some straps to a silnylon drybag of your choice. You should be able to re-seal the needle holes with some silicone just like seam-sealing a tarp. Just a thought.....

[Beast 71]

Probably simpler than reinventing the wheel. I could do the pebble in the corner and tie the rope around it trick for the bottom corners and hope that top would suggest it's own solution.

[Flash Grundelore]

.... Does anyone Know of a waterproof drawstring pack or a way to DIY a water proof one? I think the nature of the drawstring top would be hard to waterproof.

Beast71- check this out-
http://www.amazon.com/Sea-Summit-Ult...YY4YBE9NKC7XYK
... I saw it reviewed someplace last year on the gear site. UltraSil, and it packs down to the size of a peach. Some guy on YouTube has a video about wonking it for more comfort, too!