Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Group Forum: BWCA Hanging :: Grand Trunk Mozzy Mosquito Netting
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TomT |
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proepro |
daverr: "Not to overwhelm you BUT Warbonnet just came out with a new hammock - the "Eldorado" that is essentially a Blackbird XLC without the gear shelf. You can get the full setup for $135, which is a great deal for this quality hammock. There is a lot to learn from this discussion but I am not overwhelmed yet. Keep it coming. Most of the votes so far are for an serious hammock with a integrated net. However, there is some support for the seperate net but no one has tried the Mozzy. |
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Spauldo |
daverr: "Not to overwhelm you BUT Warbonnet just came out with a new hammock - the "Eldorado" that is essentially a Blackbird XLC without the gear shelf. You can get the full setup for $135, which is a great deal for this quality hammock. I am going to have to break down and buy one of these. |
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proepro |
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proepro |
We used it on our trip last month and it worked well. I got what I wanted which was separation between me and the bug net. We didn't get bit while sleeping but to be fair the bugs weren't bad. There was enough room on the floor to put some stuff like shoes (It was nice to keep the bugs out of my shoes). I could get in or out of the hammock with my feet on the ground. because I tied the net ridgeline to the hammock straps I could even swing the hammock a little. The best setup up was with a ridgeline on the hammock. That keep the net up higher because the poles rested on it. I only used it for sleeping. I never tried to sit on the floor. Downside is that it is a big bug net and packs away into a big sack (10.5" x 5"diameter). The Grand Trunk OneMade hammock is nice. It was on sale at Cabella's for more than half off. It is a double parachute hammock made in the USA from a very lightweight ripstop. It is very long and wide. I could nearly stretch out across the width. It packs up as small as any other hammock maybe a little smaller. I like it better than an ENO. |
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Stimpy |
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proepro |
https://www.grandtrunk.com/collections/hammocking-accessories/products/hammock-mozzy-netting Last year I tried a hammock with a built in bug net supported by hoops. (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G5D5TVA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1). It was comfortable and could swing freely because there were not ropes on the net. However, it was not up to the demands of the BWCA. The mosquitos bit straight through the hammock and the net. The net also tore. So this year I want to upgrade with a net the does not touch the hammock. The Grand Trunk net appears to be designed to keep the net separated from the hammock. |
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TomT |
Stimpy: "I would have to suggest taking the money you would spend on the new netting and investing it in a quality hammock that is made to withstand the rigors of serious camping. (Such as Warbonnet or Dutch, just to name a couple) If the netting on your current hammock failed in one trip, I hate to think what might fail during the next trip. Good hammocks are spendy, but they will keep the bugs off, be more comfortable, and last a long, long time. " +1 Also, there's so much less hassle with an integrated net. Plus, I would not trust that skeeters etc. wouldn't find a way in. If you act fast you can get blemished products at Warbonnet right now. It's the way to go! Warbonnet Outdoors |
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proepro |
I liked the simplicity of the integrated hammock. However, I want to keep the bugs further away while I sleep. Waking up with a swolen arm is not fun. |
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VaderStrom |
FWIW: The Warbonnet Ridge Runner Double Layer w/ Net was the best $$$$ HANDS DOWN that I ever spent on camping/outdoors gear. |
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proepro |
So everyone seems to agree that the hammock with a built in net is better. There are some good reviews of the Skeeter Beeter Pro Hammock in this forum. Would it be easier to setup than the seperate net and hammock while providing enough bug protection? Can they bite through the bottom? I am going in July and have been fine with a sleeping bag and pad instead of an underquilt. |
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muddyfeet |
I started with the skeeter beater pro ($15 on woot) and it worked fine. I found I did not like the integrated bugnet for reasons of 1)difficult entry/egress and 2)difficulty of adjusting an under quilt and 3)excess net that can droop in your face. But it worked and got me started with hammocking just fine. Now, I sew my own hammocks and nets and quilts and tarps: they are no specific brand, but they are customized exactly how I want. IMHO, the absolute best net is a "fronky-style". I guess my point is that (with hammocking) I would recommend trying out different options with the cheapest equipment possible and figure out what works for you before you really invest in the best gear. You will inevitably want to upgrade/change the way you do things. My friend has the separated eno net similar to the one in the OP and it seems to work for him. |
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Hamm0cker |
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Hamm0cker |
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Stimpy |
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proepro |
Just to make sure. Will the mosquitos bite through the bottom of the Black Bird if my arm or face is lying on it? |
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daverr |
Warbonnet Eldorado |