HH undershelter with JRB Nest

**winger** · 02-03-2008, 08:45

When I bought the Nest it was suggested not to use the undershelter on the HH, the reason being is that it would compress the down too much. However I like the idea of the added protection of the undershelter (not using the underpad) with the Nest, it acts as a wind barrier also.
I slept last night, at 30 degrees (had the Old Rag Mtn quilt in the hammock), with both the undershelter and Nest and stayed warm. Had a lot of condensation though inside the hammock as I used the Overcover, there wasn't any wind. Has anyone experimented using the Nest with the undershelter compared to just the Nest? Thanks.

**BillyBob58** · 02-03-2008, 09:32

I have not. So, how did your Nest do condensation wise? Was the down pretty damp? Did the HH undercover seem to compress the down?

**winger** · 02-03-2008, 10:52

I didn't find much condensation on the Nest, but I just checked the foot end, as I had to get to the house to pee! It was a backyard hang, made more exciting by the coyotes howling and my German Shepherds joining in. The inside of the hammock was very damp though, and I attribute that to the use of the over shelter cover (with the small ventilating hole) and a windless night. This was my first night with the Old Rag Mtn quilt and it is fantastic, and SO much easier to get in and out, compared to a mummy style bag.

**Just Jeff** · 02-03-2008, 11:39

Put the supershelter against the hammock and the Nest on the outside. Otherwise your down will fill up with condensation. You may not be able to see it, but weigh your Nest before you get in and weigh it again in the morning...I bet it's there.

**winger** · 02-03-2008, 13:32

Jeff, you're right. I just checked the Nest and it is SOAKED on the bottom. So I'll try the undershelter next to the hammock and the Nest on the outside. Thanks.

**Smee** · 02-03-2008, 15:05

We have always recommended NOT putting the Nest inside the Super Shelter. It fits too tightly to the hammock and will limit the loft of the quilt. Besides, at that temperature the Nest should be sufficient by itself.

Regards,

**Take-a-knee** · 02-03-2008, 19:55

Originally Posted by Smee

We have always recommended NOT putting the Nest inside the Super Shelter. It fits too tightly to the hammock and will limit the loft of the quilt. Besides, at that temperature the Nest should be sufficient by itself.

Regards,

Okay Smee, so when is your under cover coming back on the market?

**cgul1** · 02-03-2008, 20:40

Originally Posted by Take-a-knee

Okay Smee, so when is your under cover coming back on the market?

I also have been kinda hoping, waiting, etc. I know is was a material supply etc. but those that have/had one still talk about it
thanks

**btourer** · 02-03-2008, 22:52

Once I purchased the JRB quilts I modified my HH Supershelter so that it attached to the underquilt as a protective cover. That way it can't compress the quilt. I did this in case I get caught in a heavy blowing rain it would keep the quilt dry. But since I use the HH sil hex fly nothing gets to me anyway so I've never had to use it. If I was to use it, I'd be sure to take it off after the storm because sil doesn't breath.