Instructions: The Hug - Hammock Half Bug Net

[Fire-Bug]

I haven't posted anything yet, as I'm neck-deep in writing/updating my book to v2. As I work on the new illustrations, I'll post the result. I don't have a timeline yet, so I don't want to make any promises.

Hello, Dejoha! Just curious if you've made any further progress on Ver.2, and I missed it. Summer it right around the corner, and I'm about to start my DIY Hug soon - just curious. Cheers.

[oldpappy]

They were in the store. I used tan, but black was available too.
I made one using the $5 Walmart window sheer:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-...colate/5996096
I used the weights vs. shock cord and it seems to work - easy to tuck into UQ and it rolls up to the size of a baseball (very light too). No bugs here until April so testing will continue then. My only concern is how well it will breath to vent heat (or will the Wal-Mart window panel be to hot in the summer).
Thank-you very much for posting these plans. A great bug net for under $5. This brings my DIY hammock system to the same capabilities as my HH.

FYI - I ended up adding the shock cord - a much better hold in windy condition or if you move around. I'm still thinking this Walmart solution may be too hot in the summer.

[naperica]

They were in the store. I used tan, but black was available too.
I made one of these this morning using this:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-...colate/5996096
I used the weights vs. shock cord and it seems to work - easy to tuck into UQ and it rolls up to the size of a baseball (very light too). No bugs here until April so testing will continue then. My only concern is how well it will breath to vent heat (or will the Wal-Mart window panel be to hot in the summer).
Thank-you very much for posting these plans. A great bug net for under $5. This brings my DIY hammock system to the same capabilities as my HH.

I might try this. Thanks for posting. Where did you end up putting your shock cord?

[oldpappy]

I might try this. Thanks for posting. Where did you end up putting your shock cord?

I tied a knot (half hitch) in the two window panel corners that are at the foot end.
Then used a shock cord loop (6" to 8" or so) and use a Girth hitch (or cow hitch) to attach it above the knot on one side of the widow panel.
http://www.animatedknots.com/girth/
On the side of the window panel without the shock cord, double up the knot (to make it fatter on the 2nd side).
After you get in (head end secured to hammock) and pull the foot end of the net over you, reach underneath and wrap the shock cord around the other side of the window panel (above the 2nd 'double' knot) so it is under your thigh/butt and holding the two ends of the window panel closed. I do 2 wraps - 2 wraps holds and is easy to unwrap when you want to get out. Using shock cord allows you to just pull the net up and over you head if you would need to get out in a hurry.
The WalMart window panels add about 10F - I find it too warm/humid to use above 68F to 70F without a breeze. This is due to the very small holes in the window panel - no bugs get in but it doesn't breath as well as regular bug netting but it sure is nice on chilly nights.

[naperica]

I tied a knot (half hitch) in the two window panel corners that are at the foot end.
Then used a shock cord loop (6" to 8" or so) and use a Girth hitch (or cow hitch) to attach it above the knot on one side of the widow panel.
http://www.animatedknots.com/girth/
On the side of the window panel without the shock cord, double up the knot (to make it fatter on the 2nd side).
After you get in (head end secured to hammock) and pull the foot end of the net over you, reach underneath and wrap the shock cord around the other side of the window panel (above the 2nd 'double' knot) so it is under your thigh/butt and holding the two ends of the window panel closed. I do 2 wraps - 2 wraps holds and is easy to unwrap when you want to get out. Using shock cord allows you to just pull the net up and over you head if you would need to get out in a hurry.
The WalMart window panels add about 10F - I find it too warm/humid to use above 68F to 70F without a breeze. This is due to the very small holes in the window panel - no bugs get in but it doesn't breath as well as regular bug netting but it sure is nice on chilly nights.

Thanks. I picked up a window panel at a consignment store for $1, so I am going to try this soon.

[Ghillieshot]

Hey Derek, how do you keep the shotchord behind your back from riding up? I have put little loops on my hammock and am going to test it out soon.

Ghillieshot

[Scoutmaster1056]

I just started making one of these bug nets tonight using the Walmart sheer panel. I am going to try to make a couple of pockets in the net and use a pole to spread the net open, similar to the tarp mod.

I hope to have it finished tomorrow and test it out. I hope that it is not going to be to hot when used in warm weather. I am hoping to use this in a couple of weeks for a week at the Boy Scout summer camp.

I borrowed an ENO bug net from a friend last weekend and did not like how it fully enclosed my hammock.

[oldpappy]

I just started making one of these bug nets tonight using the Walmart sheer panel. I am going to try to make a couple of pockets in the net and use a pole to spread the net open, similar to the tarp mod.

I hope to have it finished tomorrow and test it out. I hope that it is not going to be to hot when used in warm weather. I am hoping to use this in a couple of weeks for a week at the Boy Scout summer camp.

I borrowed an ENO bug net from a friend last weekend and did not like how it fully enclosed my hammock.

I find the window sheer too hot above 60F when there isn't a breeze, but maybe your pole mod will provide more ventilation.

If not, you will have learned/know how to make one out of no-see-um bug netting and the window sheer can be used in the winter (warms your head 10 degrees or so).

[gnomad]

I have 1 made out of the window sheer. It works very well and I was glad to have it. That said, at $6.50/yd, you cant go wrong with the ripstop by the roll .5 oz/yd netting. I now have a sewn on version that adds about 1.5ozs total to my hammock (same would be true if it were a hug). I have spent so much extra money trying to go cheaply first and then buying what I should have in the first place. I have yet to try it anywhere but the backyard, but I think it would breath better.

[HOGShop]

gnomad : I'm at the start of the diy cheap route. bought some sheer curtains from Walmart the other day and wanted to try making my own bug net. I'm conflicted with not knowing if it's a great idea.. wasting $$ in the attempt to save $$ ... but spending $70 or so on a pre-made net is hard for me to swallow... in the mean time I'm still researching