"The Switchback" by Tree to Tree Trail Gear

[Scottybdiving]

Hey Scott,

I think what you are experiencing is initial stretch of fabric and straps. The SL will stretch more so you will need to keep that in mind during set-up, but it should not stretch as much after the first few hangs. Are you using a back-up knot behind the rings ? After running the strap through the rings I "flip" the strap back through the hole in the rings and then tie a half hitch behind the rings.

Cheers, Dale

Dale, 1st let me say that I love the Switchback. I am extremely pleased with the construction and the little extras like the zipper pulls. I may/may not get to use it a lot, since it will primarily be Kristen's hammock. Having zippers on both sides and the ability to sleep either directtion will be a bonus.

I did use a 1/2 hitch on the straps. It just stretched a lot more than I was accustomed with the other hammock. I will take that into consideration on setting up, at least for the first few times.

[stormcrow]

That is a great looking setup there Scott. Let me know if you have any problems getting your quilt to fit the new hammock. We will get it figured out . That switchback is SOOO roomy!

[Scottybdiving]

Adam, at first I was in a quandry. I couldn't figure out how to attach the side shock cords to the hammock, since the gathered end is a rope through a channel. I finally decided to use a biner and attach it to the suspension rings. Then I had Kristen lay in the hammock and attached the center shock cords to the same biner. Then I adjusted the shock cords on each end until they fit snugly. It seems that the quilt is snug to the hammock and no gaps for air to leak in. It will get a real test next weekend at Enchanted Rock SP.

[Miguel]

I have a question about pockets. Would it be possible to sew in pockets such as the one in this little sketch. The small rectangles are obviously the existing pockets. I'd love to have a pocket large enough to stuff a jacket in one end and perhaps shoes in the other end. I think the Switchback is long enough to accomodate pockets such as these. I'd willingly pay more to have then made. These pockets would be on the inside of the hammock.

Miguel

[GroundHog]

Miguel, there is a loop inside each end at the center, I have the small "S" biners on mine and I use it to attach my small pillow. You could get a small stuff or mesh sack with a "D" ring on it to put your items in, and then just clip it to that loop.

[opie]

Got mine today... This is a serious piece of gear. Hopefully Ill get to set it up this weekend.

[BER]

Any web site for TtTTG yet? (or is that T4G?)

[opie]

BER, I dont think so.

Anyway... I got mine set up tonight... Swapped out the ropes and webbing for whoopies, of course.

Once I got it set up... It took all of 5 minutes for lights out. Very comfortable....

Tomorrow comes time to see about an ASRL. Im also thinking the lines that keep the bug net up can be swapped out for 1.75 whoopies and hooked directly to your webbing. Since theres shock cord there, it wont be difficult to adjust either in or out and will speed up set-up while eliminating the need to tie knots.

[BER]

O-P

No pics yet? Heh heh..

[opie]

Tomorrow, for sure.