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max.grun

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Launch Member

Enthusiast III

I like the look of that. Definitely another lightweight and portable option to consider. Thank you for sharing that.
 
Found a new stand I’m going to give a try. This guy came up with a really elegant and simple design that can be replicated using a lot of different materials. I’ll probably make mine from either EMT or 2x2s. I’ve seen examples of it being built in bamboo, fence post, and more exotic stuff. Looks like a natural for use by a vehicle since only one side needs to be staked down, or attached to the vehicle in my case.




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Thats a good idea! A lot more portable than the stand you have to drive over with your vehicle.
 

brianb2

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Launch Member

Advocate I





I’m really liking this stand. First prototype made from (4) 8’ 2x2s to hold an 11’ hammock. Feels solid. I’ll keep experimenting to see if I can make it smaller and more portable.


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PicNick

Rank IV
Launch Member

Advocate III

I love my Hennessy Hammock. Its a little pricey, but it's got a built in bug net and a factory installed ridgeline. If you don't have a ridgeline on your hammock, I highly recommend putting one on yours. It loosens up the hammock a little bit and lets you sleep on a better diagonal. Plus you get to hand stuff on it! I've added it to every other hammock that I own and it turns a $20 hammock into a $60 one in terms of comfort. I use Lashit as my line since I've learned that paracord can't be trusted...

For an underquilt I'm using a Snugpak that I got off of Amazon. Price per performance is quite impressive, I must say. Not the lightest thing in the world, but if you're not back packing then its not that big of a deal.
 
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