Made in USA. Video.

**BlazeAway** · 03-07-2011, 00:08

Originally Posted by Shug

Good to see you are still Secure in part 2. Good views of your beloved gear. Nice to see the Warbonnet knot and your double wrap.
I need a Traveler ....someday. I don't need it .....I just want it!
Shug

WBBB for summer.
WB Traveler for winter.

Or DIY.

Or just any hammock.

Originally Posted by Dave

Great videos!
Thanks for sharing your views. Nice to see what you think of the gear you have. People wanting to get outside in all conditions and let us know how things went is what makes this forum great.

Dave

HF. Super place, super place.

So much shared knowledge.

**OutandBack** · 03-07-2011, 00:37

Hi BlazeAway,
I subscribed to your uTube channel. Really enjoy your equipment reviews. Didn't want to miss one.

Wanted to ask about the pack. It looks like you stuffed the down items in the main compartment loose, then the hammock and tarp in the side pockets. Is that correct?

Was there any room left for a stove, cook kit, food bag, water bottle? Just wondering what you put where in the pack.
thank you

**BlazeAway** · 03-07-2011, 06:14

Originally Posted by OutandBack

Hi BlazeAway,
I subscribed to your uTube channel. Really enjoy your equipment reviews. Didn't want to miss one.

Wanted to ask about the pack. It looks like you stuffed the down items in the main compartment loose, then the hammock and tarp in the side pockets. Is that correct?

Was there any room left for a stove, cook kit, food bag, water bottle? Just wondering what you put where in the pack.
thank you

Hi OutandBack.
You are correct in your observations. To day I stuffed it the way I would do if going out with a load. I had no less than 1/3 of the pack left for added gear. Others might stuff it even harder.
Best,
Blaze.

**MedicineMan** · 03-07-2011, 06:45

Glad to see the slipped buntline hitch mentioned. I just taught this hitch to my friend who left for Springer and her thru hike. The weight of a knot really is hard to beat.

**BlazeAway** · 03-07-2011, 07:33

Originally Posted by MedicineMan

Glad to see the slipped buntline hitch mentioned. I just taught this hitch to my friend who left for Springer and her thru hike. The weight of a knot really is hard to beat.

Yeah, you are right MedicineMan. Lots of benefits from K.I.S.S. when it is applied.

**whayneneal** · 03-07-2011, 07:37

Thanks for sharing, BlazeAway. I always enjoy watching someone who has a passion for what they are doing. Nice gear! That Polar Pod is a beast! I'm happy to hear you're on the mend. Pneumonia is a killer. I had it last year and it took a long time to get over it. Stay alert/Stay alive.

**BlazeAway** · 03-07-2011, 07:45

Originally Posted by whayneneal

Thanks for sharing, BlazeAway. I always enjoy watching someone who has a passion for what they are doing. Nice gear! That Polar Pod is a beast! I'm happy to hear you're on the mend. Pneumonia is a killer. I had it last year and it took a long time to get over it. Stay alert/Stay alive.

Super. Will do.

**Rolloff** · 03-07-2011, 08:11

Great post Blaze.

It's often pleasant surprise to us as well, when the US can provide and maintain the cutting edge, in an industry.

Worldwide economies won't be saved by cottage brand tarps and hammocks. But I really believe with all my heart, that the quality, engineering, and service put into these types of products, certainly can and will at some point.

Nice set up. Very nice.

**BlazeAway** · 03-07-2011, 11:39

Originally Posted by Rolloff

Great post Blaze.

It's often pleasant surprise to us as well, when the US can provide and maintain the cutting edge, in an industry.

Worldwide economies won't be saved by cottage brand tarps and hammocks. But I really believe with all my heart, that the quality, engineering, and service put into these types of products, certainly can and will at some point.

Nice set up. Very nice.

Thanks Rolloff.
In my view economics are heading for free fall with hyperinflation on its tail.
Anyway USA’s cottage industries are indeed on the cutting edge when it comes to hammocks and hiking gear.
And the quality of most of the products are top notch.
And it is a real pleasure to be dealing with people who them selves are dedicated hangers and hikers.
And then there is HF.
Unique.

**Jackalope** · 03-07-2011, 12:54

Nice vids, BlazeAway! Your enthusiasm for your gear really comes through.

I have been lurking on the site for a while now, and am waiting until I have paid for my daughters wedding to get my first hammock camping/backpacking outfit. I can hardly wait!