Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
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Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
You can have my sig line if you want.TrafficJam wrote:
Great info, thanks! I'm inspired.Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
I'm 5' 1/2" but usually round up to 5'1". Should I start with making an 8' hammock?
I would go with a 10', 9 at the least.TrafficJam wrote:
Great info, thanks! I'm inspired.Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
I'm 5' 1/2" but usually round up to 5'1". Should I start with making an 8' hammock?
Drybones wrote:
I would go with a 10', 9 at the least.TrafficJam wrote:
Great info, thanks! I'm inspired.I'm 5' 1/2" but usually round up to 5'1". Should I start with making an 8' hammock?Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
Drybones wrote:
I would go with a 10', 9 at the least.TrafficJam wrote:
Great info, thanks! I'm inspired.I'm 5' 1/2" but usually round up to 5'1". Should I start with making an 8' hammock?Foresight wrote:
Damn, that's a studly post right there now. I'm proud of me, lol
Why such heavy material? I'm going to make one more... 1.1 HyperD I believe was the material name...Dutch at Dutchware rates it at 250 lb, I have three 1.1 hammocks and a 1.6, only time I use the 1.6 is in the back yard, the hammock I use for hiking weighs 14 oz with suspension and bag, tarp weighs 13 oz with stakes and suspension.TrafficJam wrote:
I've got my hammock material and color picked out. Sorry Foresight, the colors they offer at the place you recommend don't work for me. I'm going for 1.9 oz ripstop Robin Egg Blue.
Ewok11 wrote:
I have no words of wisdom about hammocks. I just felt it was my duty to comment on this thread because of the title of it.
Drybones wrote:
Why such heavy material? I'm going to make one more... 1.1 HyperD I believe was the material name...Dutch at Dutchware rates it at 250 lb, I have three 1.1 hammocks and a 1.6, only time I use the 1.6 is in the back yard, the hammock I use for hiking weighs 14 oz with suspension and bag, tarp weighs 13 oz with stakes and suspension.TrafficJam wrote:
I've got my hammock material and color picked out. Sorry Foresight, the colors they offer at the place you recommend don't work for me. I'm going for 1.9 oz ripstop Robin Egg Blue.
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HamSandwich wrote:
Hot damn! Mule Tape. Right there that's 9oz gone, with no loss of ease-of-use or comfort. Thanks, Foresight!
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I started out using UCR's (similar to whoopies but slightly lighter) for suspension but converted to webbing, not much heavier, if any, depending on the webbing, because it's so much faster and simpler to set up....I love the Dutchware titanium buckles, .6 oz per pair but they are a little pricey at $22.00...but worth it.TrafficJam wrote:
I made a hammock last night.
I used Texsolv loom cord for the gather because that's what I have on hand. This cord is really cool. It's a continuous series of loops that lets you fasten things together without tying knots. It's really pricey though.
Next up is figuring out the suspension.
Drybones wrote:
I started out using UCR's (similar to whoopies but slightly lighter) for suspension but converted to webbing, not much heavier, if any, depending on the webbing, because it's so much faster and simpler to set up....I love the Dutchware titanium buckles, .6 oz per pair but they are a little pricey at $22.00...but worth it.TrafficJam wrote:
I made a hammock last night.
I used Texsolv loom cord for the gather because that's what I have on hand. This cord is really cool. It's a continuous series of loops that lets you fasten things together without tying knots. It's really pricey though.
Next up is figuring out the suspension.
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
Drybones wrote:
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
You only need one or the other...whoopies....or buckles and straps. If you're a gram weinie go with whoopies, lighter still go with UCR's. For simplicity, fast set up and ease of adjustment go with the straps. IMO, there isn't that much weight difference in weight, in fact, I bought some lightweight webbing at a flea market that actually reduced my wieight a hair over the UCR's. The thing about whoopies and UCR's...they're fun to make...and whoopies is fun to say.TrafficJam wrote:
I think I'm figuring this out. For a basic hang, I need hammock, whoopie slings, buckles, and straps.Drybones wrote:
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
Shugs videos are really helpful.
Drybones wrote:
You only need one or the other...whoopies....or buckles and straps. If you're a gram weinie go with whoopies, lighter still go with UCR's. For simplicity, fast set up and ease of adjustment go with the straps. IMO, there isn't that much weight difference in weight, in fact, I bought some lightweight webbing at a flea market that actually reduced my wieight a hair over the UCR's. The thing about whoopies and UCR's...they're fun to make...and whoopies is fun to say.TrafficJam wrote:
I think I'm figuring this out. For a basic hang, I need hammock, whoopie slings, buckles, and straps.Shugs videos are really helpful.Drybones wrote:
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
I'm confusing you, you would need tree straps with the whoopies with a toggle on the end to attach to...words can confuse, the videos from Shug are better...he's a good guy.TrafficJam wrote:
I thought it was tree strap>buckle>whoopie sling>hammock in that order. Or a generic cord instead of the WS.Drybones wrote:
You only need one or the other...whoopies....or buckles and straps. If you're a gram weinie go with whoopies, lighter still go with UCR's. For simplicity, fast set up and ease of adjustment go with the straps. IMO, there isn't that much weight difference in weight, in fact, I bought some lightweight webbing at a flea market that actually reduced my wieight a hair over the UCR's. The thing about whoopies and UCR's...they're fun to make...and whoopies is fun to say.TrafficJam wrote:
I think I'm figuring this out. For a basic hang, I need hammock, whoopie slings, buckles, and straps.Shugs videos are really helpful.Drybones wrote:
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
Drybones wrote:
I'm confusing you, you would need tree straps with the whoopies with a toggle on the end to attach to...words can confuse, the videos from Shug are better...he's a good guy.TrafficJam wrote:
I thought it was tree strap>buckle>whoopie sling>hammock in that order. Or a generic cord instead of the WS.Drybones wrote:
You only need one or the other...whoopies....or buckles and straps. If you're a gram weinie go with whoopies, lighter still go with UCR's. For simplicity, fast set up and ease of adjustment go with the straps. IMO, there isn't that much weight difference in weight, in fact, I bought some lightweight webbing at a flea market that actually reduced my wieight a hair over the UCR's. The thing about whoopies and UCR's...they're fun to make...and whoopies is fun to say.TrafficJam wrote:
I think I'm figuring this out. For a basic hang, I need hammock, whoopie slings, buckles, and straps.Shugs videos are really helpful.Drybones wrote:
I use both Zingit (yellow cord) and 7/64 amsteel (green) for ridgelines, both very strong, the zingit is adequate but I used the amsteel on the hammock I took out west because I was concerned I would have to use trees that were farther apart than I would like, reducing the hang angle and causing excess forces on the ridgeline...and I didn't want it to break or damage the hammock in the middle of a wilderness. That tiny little titanium thingy on the end of the tarp ridgeline is a real time and weight saver, the photo shows the titanium buckle, which I really like.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
Drybones wrote:
What fabric did you get? I'm still in the learning stages myself and experimenting with different stuff, I slept in a 1.1 hammock night before last (rained all night, slept 13 hours) and a 1.6 last night, the 1.1 sleeps much better for me, I believe there's a little stretch that gives me a flatter lie, or is it lay?
HamSandwich wrote:
Blargh! I really don't need 3,000 ft though. Or even 1,000 ft Sigh. Any sources for ~50 ft or so?HamSandwich wrote:
Hot damn! Mule Tape. Right there that's 9oz gone, with no loss of ease-of-use or comfort. Thanks, Foresight!
For my ridgeline I just used regular amsteel with loops on each end. You can use a whoopie sling if you'd like. If you do, it will allow you the option of adjusting ridgeline length to find out what truly is optimal for you.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
A single hem is fine because you're whipping the end. The channel is never subject to any true force.TrafficJam wrote:
I was thinking about making my own straps.Drybones wrote:
I started out using UCR's (similar to whoopies but slightly lighter) for suspension but converted to webbing, not much heavier, if any, depending on the webbing, because it's so much faster and simpler to set up....I love the Dutchware titanium buckles, .6 oz per pair but they are a little pricey at $22.00...but worth it.TrafficJam wrote:
I made a hammock last night.
I used Texsolv loom cord for the gather because that's what I have on hand. This cord is really cool. It's a continuous series of loops that lets you fasten things together without tying knots. It's really pricey though.
Next up is figuring out the suspension.
I'm confused about the gathered channel hang. There were some posts about it on HF and a couple people said to do 3 rows of stitches. I asked about that and no one has responded. I followed the directions that Foresight posted and only did one row with a 1.5" hem. Is that ok?
I have one I made out of amsteel that is 89" long.....yes, I screwed it up , that I will give you if you want to try it out just to see how it works for you. No whoopie slings needed to attach the ridgeline to the hammock.TrafficJam wrote:
Including the gathered end, my hammock is 9.5'. So I'll make the ridgeline 95". I'm not using my Texsolv cord, it's too expensive, so I'll order something. It sounds like the ridgeline is attached to the hammock via whoopie slings (?).
Next up...whoopie slings!
Drybones wrote:
This is the suspension I have evolved to, took the UCR's off all my hammocks and replaced with webbing and buckles, it's just so much easier to set up when it's raining or in high winds, the hammock in the photo has the lightweight buckles (9 gr each) and longer than needed webbing, used it on the CT last month in case I had large trees or/and trees far apart. The winter tarp I recently made, has doors on each end so you can close it up or tie them back for ventilation, only used it in the back yard so far.
Foresight wrote:
ebay.com/itm/3-4-x-100-2500-te…23919?hash=item23587e3e8fHamSandwich wrote:
Blargh! I really don't need 3,000 ft though. Or even 1,000 ft Sigh. Any sources for ~50 ft or so?HamSandwich wrote:
Hot damn! Mule Tape. Right there that's 9oz gone, with no loss of ease-of-use or comfort. Thanks, Foresight!