Ed, how does this compare to the peapod? Does it replace the peapod or can they be used together? Thanks, Dave Fox aka beeman ...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 6, 2007 10:28 pm
The SnugFit UnderQuilt just offers an option which allows you to use the sleeping bag you already have. It's good only to 30F, but can be used lower if...
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amendment2@...
davidgfox
Jun 6, 2007 11:49 pm
Just thinking in terms of winter camping. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. [Non-text portions of this message have...
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trailsnail2000
Jun 7, 2007 6:24 am
... Hey Chuck You bet,we do. I've an old Kemore with metal gears. If the layers of pack cloth and webbing can fit under the foot, it will sew. The better half...
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aethericpower
Jun 7, 2007 11:30 am
... optimal ... I currently have a hammock hanging in my bedroom. Not from any hooks in the ceiling or walls but on a metal pole that is resting on window...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 7, 2007 3:24 pm
Yeah, staying warm is the big challenge. And I now offer three outstanding solutions: the PeaPod, the SnugFit UnderQuilt, and the SPEs---and you get to choose...
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Stuhr, Tim
stuhrt
Jun 7, 2007 3:36 pm
It was Just Jeff, here's his site with instructions. http://www.tothewoods.net/StuffingDown.html Stoikurt ... From: hammockcamping@yahoogroups.com ...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 7, 2007 4:20 pm
We have 30 guests planning to attend this weekend's campout at Hot Springs, NC! This promises to be our biggest gathering ever, so Karen & I are really ...
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Rosalind Suit
rosalind_suit
Jun 7, 2007 5:32 pm
Tim, Are you using a Spear-type hammock, or a Henessy? In the Henessy, one needs a pad in cold weather. Did you use a pad on the inside of your hammock, or...
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Eddy
ewker
Jun 7, 2007 5:40 pm
Looks like Neo and his kids will be at my place Friday around 5:00 We will head out by 5:30 Central. We will stop to eat dinner some place and should be there...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 7, 2007 7:26 pm
Now that's a super idea!! Thanks Rosie...Ed Moderator, Hammock Camping List Author, Hammock Camping, The Complete Guide Editor, Hammock Camping News Owner,...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 7, 2007 7:48 pm
By that time Eddy, many folks will probably already be asleep, but some will probably still be up at the campfire. The site is #413, which is beside the river...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 7, 2007 7:54 pm
that's an interesting observation... using the pole on top. we've talked a lot about how great the force is on a stake (or whatever) when someone wants to use...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 7, 2007 8:35 pm
rosie...i was using a speer hammock when i used the snug fit under quilt, but any hammock is going to need some type insulation when the temps drop much below...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 7, 2007 8:36 pm
i expect to get there around 8 or 9pm fri & i'm sure i'll still be hanging around the fire. ...tim Eddy <ewker@...> wrote: Looks like Neo and his kids...
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Eddy
ewker
Jun 7, 2007 8:38 pm
Ed, thanks. There will be 4 hammocks that will have to be setup. We will try to be quiet but hopefully there will still be some folks still up. we will try and...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 7, 2007 8:42 pm
we can take care of "gate boy" if you'd just let us ed !!! the river... a dark night... ahh ...just kidin <g> Ed Speer <ed@...> wrote: By...
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Eddy
ewker
Jun 7, 2007 10:43 pm
Tim, as the old saying goes..Keep a light on for us ;) ... hanging around the fire. ...tim ... place Friday around 5:00 We ... place ... up...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 7, 2007 11:54 pm
Yeah Tim, that's exactly what I'm afraid of. Or Else, maybe I could just look the other way for a few moments while you introduce him to the joys of river...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 8, 2007 1:50 am
you know i wouldn't do that... not unless he got real pushy<g>. but how about one of the water hammocks dave showed us... w/ no anchor??? ed... the guy who...
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chcoa
Jun 10, 2007 12:35 am
Hi hangers, I'm finally taking the time to get my bug net sewn. Since I do not sew very often I'm curious if I need to do anything special or use a special...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 10, 2007 2:54 am
I was just planning on using polyester thread on mine. -- Scott www.AntiFuel.com www.HikeHaven.com Minds are like parachutes, they only function when they are...
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C C Wayah
ccwayah
Jun 10, 2007 4:37 am
Jamie use a new needle only so there little chance of a rough needle snagging the bug netting. Use only 100% polyester thread. Threads with cotton tend to rot...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 10, 2007 3:19 pm
I am confused on the tape thing.......why use tape? I just use needles. You can sew right over the needles without any issues. Most machines are designed for...
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C C Wayah
ccwayah
Jun 10, 2007 4:01 pm
Scot, You haven't worked with loose weaved fabric cut on the bis yet? where the fabric warps into strange shapes especially fabric like netting. Your not...
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amendment2@...
davidgfox
Jun 10, 2007 7:32 pm
I presume you are talking about pins. Actually, you aren't supposed to sew over pins. Possible problems with sewing over pins are bent needles, and throwing...
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ian toal
powersurj2002
Jun 10, 2007 8:00 pm
Hi Scott, Sorry it took some time to respond, I'm 6' 3" and 195 lbs myself and slept pretty much straight in the hammock. I haven't found the room to be too...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 11, 2007 1:17 am
Ahhh, that makes sense now. I see how this would be very handy. I have not done much sewing. Would this work when trying to sew velcro to noseeum netting? I...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 11, 2007 1:19 am
Really? I was not aware of that. I was misinformed. So do I just pull the pins out before they go under the needle? -- Scott www.AntiFuel.com ...
