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TomT
05/07/2017 06:30AM
  
quote ISRO: "Got off the ground 3 years ago and I will not go back.
Warbonnet XLC
Superfly
HG Burrow 20
HG Incubator 20
Dutch bling....done"


I bought a Warbonnet Blackbird and Superfly in 2009. I love it but had to go to a tent when I soloed with my dog for two trips. I didn't enjoy crawling on the ground again so I solved my issue by getting an Alcott "Pup" tent for her to be in under me while I can now get back to hanging full time.


Finally going to order an HG Incubator soon too. No more pad!





 
ISRO
05/06/2017 05:51PM
  
Got off the ground 3 years ago and I will not go back.


Warbonnet XLC


Superfly


HG Burrow 20
HG Incubator 20


Dutch bling....done
 
TomT
05/09/2017 05:36AM
  
quote : "Hello all
Shug emery on youtube has some great videos on hammocks that I would recomend watching.
https://theultimatehang.com
Is a very nice website with lots of info and a list of cottage vendors.
Happy trails"


Shug is 100% responsible for me getting into hanging. He's pretty darn awesome.
The newest video cracks me up.



 
Wables
01/29/2017 02:44PM
  
These hammocks are getting out of control. I've been a hanger for several years, and enjoyed listening to my trip mates complain about sore backs and stiff joints. This year all 6 of us are going to be hanging. Getting nervous about finding sites that will hold us.
 
ockycamper
01/29/2017 02:49PM
  
You can eliminate most of the stuff mentioned with Python Straps. I use these on my hammocks, tarps, etc. They eliminate tree straps, whoopie things, etc. Just clip a climbing carabiner to each end of the hammock and each end of the tarp. Then clip them to the appropriate length loop on the Pyton Straps. No knots, loops, or any of that other stuff. Python Straps
 
Blatz
01/29/2017 04:19PM
  
I'm on the fence with hanging. I've had 2 trips with a very good DD Hammock system.As of yet I can't honestly say I've slept better than on the ground with a tent. But I want to tweak some things on a couple more trips before I come up with a conclusion. My biggest gripe is I feel too confined unable to speed out.
 
05/08/2017 09:08PM
  
Hello all


Shug emery on youtube has some great videos on hammocks that I would recomend watching.


https://theultimatehang.com


Is a very nice website with lots of info and a list of cottage vendors.


Happy trails
 
s500yards
01/26/2017 07:36PM
  
Just pulled the trigger on a Warbonnet XLC hammock. It has been a long time since I've been this excited about a new piece of gear. Now to secure a proper tarp and underquilt! Life is good
 
IceColdGold
01/26/2017 07:55PM
  
Congrats, I hope it works for you. I am using a cheap setup for now until I am sure I want to hang.
 
HangLoose
01/26/2017 08:47PM
  
Nice purchase. I have the same hammock. Love it. I weathered a nasty nasty thunderstorm in my XLC last summer and I felt as secure as possible under those circumstances. Very comfortable. Did you get the single layer or double layer?

 
s500yards
01/26/2017 09:48PM
  
quote DuluthPak: "Nice purchase. I have the same hammock. Love it. I weathered a nasty nasty thunderstorm in my XLC last summer and I felt as secure as possible under those circumstances. Very comfortable. Did you get the single layer or double layer?
"


Went with the double layer 1.1. HG underquilt and UGQ tarp on order now as well. Done spending money for the next 6 months lol
 
Savage Voyageur
01/26/2017 10:43PM
  
Congrats, nice setup. Don't forget about tree straps, whoope slings, marlin spikes, drip lines, adjustable structural ridgeline, Dutch clips, tarp stakes, gear holders, twilight led lights...
Edit: also there is black bishop bags, snake skins, asymmetrical tarps, tarps with doors that close, overquilts.

Join our hammock forum here for some great info.

 
ParkerMag
01/27/2017 07:50AM
  
quote Savage Voyageur: "Don't forget about tree straps, whoope slings, marlin spikes, drip lines, adjustable structural ridgeline, Dutch clips, tarp stakes, gear holders, twilight led lights..."
That's funny - sort of! It is amazing how much pricier hanging ends up being compared to sleeping on the ground. I suppose, though, it's similar to the question/answer, "Know why divorce is so expensive? Because it's worth it!"


s500, get to know Dutchware too. Especially as you camp and work with your setup, you'll learn parts in need of a better solution, and Dutch invariably has the answer!
 
s500yards
01/27/2017 10:03AM
  
quote ParkerMag: "quote Savage Voyageur: "Don't forget about tree straps, whoope slings, marlin spikes, drip lines, adjustable structural ridgeline, Dutch clips, tarp stakes, gear holders, twilight led lights..."
That's funny - sort of! It is amazing how much pricier hanging ends up being compared to sleeping on the ground. I suppose, though, it's similar to the question/answer, "Know why divorce is so expensive? Because it's worth it!"



s500, get to know Dutchware too. Especially as you camp and work with your setup, you'll learn parts in need of a better solution, and Dutch invariably has the answer!"


Dutch for sure. I've been researching the switch to hanging for the better part of 2 years. I intigrated a couple of his flyz into the ridgeline system. Luckily I'll have a few months prior to the trip to get the 'hang' of it.
 
charliez317
01/27/2017 11:18PM
  
Congratulations! Ditto on the XLC double layer. If you're not familiar with hammockforums.net, it's another site that will give you excellent advice about how to get the best hang. I loved mine so much that I made a hammock stand and slept in it rather than the cabin when a group of us went fishing at Lake Erie. And Dutch gear is as addictive as crack.