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pastorjsackett
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06/06/2020 09:17PM  
Just returned from my first hammock trip. My partner woke up sore each day from sleeping in a tent and I woke up refreshed from sleeping in my very own little cinnimon bun.

Never going back to the ground.

Ever.
 
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06/06/2020 09:58PM  
Another convert. Congrats for taking the plunge. For me I never sleep better and it's kind of hard to get out of the sack in the morning it's so comfortable.
 
moosedoggie
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06/07/2020 06:25AM  
pastorjsackett: "Just returned from my first hammock trip. My partner woke up sore each day from sleeping in a tent and I woke up refreshed from sleeping in my very own little cinnimon bun.

Never going back to the ground.

Ever. "


What type of hammock did you end up going with?
 
pastorjsackett
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06/07/2020 07:40AM  
I got a Dutchware Chameleon and and ENO Housefly Rain tarp. I used my old mummy Bag from Hyke and Byke and a borrowed underquilt that Muddyfeet made himself.

My son had a borrowed set from Muddyfeet. All homemade because that's how Muddyfeet rolls. He is a mad scientist. My son also slept well but desires a flatter lay. We will look about for a hammock that suits him.

My trip partners woke up each day sore from sleeping on rocks and roots, sliding off pads, etc. Never going back. I still have a lot to learn. Thanks for all the help here.

PJS
 
06/07/2020 08:46AM  
pastorjsackett: "My son also slept well but desires a flatter lay. We will look about for a hammock that suits him.
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This might be the ticket. Banyon Bridge Hammock
 
pastorjsackett
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06/07/2020 08:50AM  
Thanks TomT!
 
06/07/2020 11:44AM  
Might also want to consider a WarBonnet Ridgerunner bridge hammock. I’m a side sleeper and need a flat lie. I’ve used this hammock for 3 BW trips and love it! I highly recommend it.
 
pastorjsackett
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06/07/2020 06:13PM  
Thanks Moray. I have looked at reviews on the Ridgerunner too. Good options out there.

 
06/08/2020 11:49AM  
Rabbit hole, rabbit hole, rabbit hole...........................
 
06/08/2020 07:41PM  
Good to hear your hang went well.
Now you need to get some snakeskins to speed up and simplify packing...just ask Alice...or is that Shug?
 
06/09/2020 06:51AM  
unshavenman: "Rabbit hole, rabbit hole, rabbit hole..........................."


Man, you ain't kidding! :)
 
06/09/2020 06:51AM  
unshavenman: "Rabbit hole, rabbit hole, rabbit hole..........................."


Man, you ain't kidding! :)
 
06/09/2020 08:53AM  
Sweet - happy to hear things went well for you! Other than when I trip/camp with the wife, I'll never be on the ground again either.
 
pastorjsackett
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06/09/2020 03:37PM  
It's glorious. I think that hammock needs to go up in the yard soon for a practice hang
 
06/12/2020 05:23PM  
I buried a 12' 6x6 in my backyard just so I could put out a hammock. Glad yours was a successful trip! Hope mine goes the same way next month.
 
jillpine
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06/13/2020 10:31AM  
pastorjsackett: "Just returned from my first hammock trip. My partner woke up sore each day from sleeping in a tent and I woke up refreshed from sleeping in my very own little cinnimon bun.

Never going back to the ground.

Ever. "


Little cinnamon bun - that's great. Glad you enjoyed it.
 
pastorjsackett
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06/13/2020 10:08PM  
 
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