I may be slow... But I sure am gimpy.
"Bless you child, when you set out to thread a needle don't hold the thread still and fetch the needle up to it; hold the needle still and poke the thread at it; that's the way a woman most always does, but a man always does t'other way."
Mrs. Loftus to Huck Finn
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Bobbin Tension - A Personal Viewpoint
I didnt really have an option on width I chose thows measurements because I made it before i found this forum and jeff's page recommended it
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Another reason I don't want to really attempt a DIY is the cost, I don't see myself using something I made, I would rather spend a little extra and get a whole new level of quality, plus it is real cold up here in Canada so there is very little real warm camping time. I don't mind the cold (cold on hot nights is a plus for me since I sleep hot) but I was thinking the HH with super shelter would extend my season more than some shifty homemade thing I attempted.
I think I will rent the Expedition, try it then shell out my savings for the Explorer if I like it.
Thanks for your feedback. Sorry for getting off topic.
Kasuko
I remember saying something similar to Coffee. Don't worry, we won't hold it against you when you start talking about your DIY gear in a few months. It is really pretty basic stuff, just tedious and time consuming. But, there is a great reward when using gear you made yourself. Gives you a whole new level of pride and should not be discounted. At least, not so soon.
Careful with that thinking. I am really not comfortable in my Expedition for more than a day or two. I'm 6' and feel cramped in it. My Explorer models are much more comfortable for me. There really is a big difference in feel between those two models IMO.
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Ok, I would like to continue but I dont think this is really along the line of a newbie setup and I don't want the first thing I did after joining was derail a sticky post. Please follow here. http://hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?p=141992
If you are a "big guy" you don't want to try the Expidition. I am ~250 and the explorer is as low as I would want to go in terms of size. If you want to go with the Explorer then try to rent that first and check it out.
I had better luck with my DIY hammocks after I had used a commercial hammock and knew what to expect. I currently sleep full time in a DIY hammock made to the dimensions of an ENO double nest. I can do that at home because I can rig up assist lines to get out. It is bigger than my Explorer but I was in the explorer over the weekend and really like it for camping.
I may be slow... But I sure am gimpy.
"Bless you child, when you set out to thread a needle don't hold the thread still and fetch the needle up to it; hold the needle still and poke the thread at it; that's the way a woman most always does, but a man always does t'other way."
Mrs. Loftus to Huck Finn
We Don't Sew... We Make Gear! video series
Important thread injector guidelines especially for Newbies
Bobbin Tension - A Personal Viewpoint
I have just finished my 3rd DIY. 1 Bridge type (that I love but not yet ready to take into the woods) and 2 asym gathered ends. All the plans, directions and advice have come from here ..... thanks to all that contribute.
My setup
DIY 1.1oz digital camo ripstop $30
DIY matching bug netting $20
DIY tree huggers $4
5mm cord $3 (found a local supplier and got a great deal)
Misc thread/velcro $10
Synthetic sleeping bag $35 (rated for 5*C)
Therma-rest $75
DIY tarp $60
Total - $237 ($127 if you concider that I already had the sleeping pad and blanket)
5'9" 130lbs
Let's not give the wrong impression here. I was out this weekend (Sept 12) in my hammock (about 4 hours from Ottawa) and had to take my sleeping pad out of the hammock because I was sweating. If the key phrase is "warm camping time" ..... I agree that our season is shorter but I can comfortably camp (in my 3 season ground setup) for 9 months of the year. Not yet tested the hammocks to the exteme ends of our camping seasons, but we are going to push a little each time to find out limits.Another reason I don't want to really attempt a DIY is the cost, I don't see myself using something I made, I would rather spend a little extra and get a whole new level of quality, plus it is real cold up here in Canada so there is very little real warm camping time. I don't mind the cold (cold on hot nights is a plus for me since I sleep hot) but I was thinking the HH with super shelter would extend my season more than some shifty homemade thing I attempted.
I do not wish to be disturbed - but I can't help it!
I thought it might be fun to post your very first hammock setup including prices if you can remember.
This was the setup that changed the way I hike.
HH ULBA w/ stock suspension 100.00 (used)
Walmart CCF pad 7.00
Gear Guide 9x9 Camo tarp. 30.00
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Total 137.00
“Light thinks it travels faster than anything but it is wrong. No matter how fast light travels, it finds the darkness has always got there first, and is waiting for it." -Terry Pratchett
The hammock that changed my world:
UL Traveler $20
The hammock that converted me for good:
HH Ultralight Explorer Deluxe Asym $40 (used)
Walmart CCF <$10
'Neo Tarp' $30 (I think)
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After twenty years on the ground I have decided to move to the trees. Would very much like to get some imput on my gear choice. Planning a 2010 thrue hike leave March 1
Hammock BB
Tarp McCat Deluxe (are doors an option)
Insulation Yeti 3 season, pad, 20 degree bag w/bivy
sock ? , is this neccessary
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