I finally got my dl Hammock done.......I think

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So, I finished up my diy 1.9 ripstop hammock and wondered what you all think. I know it is heavy but it's the best I can find at Joann's for 40% off. I stitched the center 30 inches together to make "pockets" for the sleeping pad. It is 11 feet long . I also added a tie out near my head to give a bit more room and sewed in some shock cord for the foot box. I am using homemade whoopie slings and tree straps. Thanks to all of you for the many hours of reading and sharing so many great ideas! I also posted some pics of my diy bugnet and another old hammock that I made. There is one with a homemade reflectix "under quilt" in there as well. I have yet to try it out as here in Iowa it has been terribly hot lately.

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Well, I hung it up last night for a trial run in the back yard. it was in the mid 40's for the low. I used a 3/4 sleeping pad and added a small piece of reflectix for a foot pad and a "wing" on one side of the sleeping pad for my shoulders. The pad stayed in place all night and I didn't have to fuss with it. i used my 30* sleeping bag as a top quilt. It was amazing how warm and comfortable this setup is. A bit heavy but will be great for shorter hikes in colder weather. i ordered the Foyle underquilt blank this week from underquilts.com so i am sure that will be added to the setup as well for the very cold nights.