I have posted some of my photos from the 19th SEHHA Campout this past weekend in the Photos section. I posted them under 19th SEHHA Campout so anyone else can...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Jun 11, 2007 6:18 pm
Good to meet you too Marty-best of luck on your continued hikes. Hope you can make more of the campouts..Ed Moderator, Hammock Camping List Author, Hammock...
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Eddy
ewker
Jun 11, 2007 8:05 pm
This was my first time to come to these campouts. Thanks to Ed and Karen for putting them on. It was nice to meet everyone. The music was outstanding. He have...
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chcoa
Jun 12, 2007 7:33 am
thanks everyone for the great suggestions regarding sewing the bug netting. I just need to make some time now and get hte project going. Rogene, yep I'm the...
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Dave Womble
dpwomble
Jun 12, 2007 1:19 pm
... <snip> ... The one at Springer on NYE is not like the ones in Hot Springs. There is no town or restaurants in walking distance, not much daylight and you...
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ij santiago
snoopylives1
Jun 12, 2007 4:24 pm
well, i am glad everyone enjoyed themselfs:). i hope to be attending the one in septermber.looking at the posted pics at the moment.... ... [Non-text portions...
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jkneilson
Jun 12, 2007 4:31 pm
Last weekend, I had to make due with a clove hitch when pitching my hammock. It worked surprisingly well. Has anyone experimented with it or had a BAD...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 13, 2007 1:48 am
What did you put in the loops? ... -- Scott www.AntiFuel.com www.HikeHaven.com Minds are like parachutes, they only function when they are open. [Non-text...
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jkneilson
Jun 13, 2007 2:47 am
Nothing. See: http://www.goals.com/vyc/knots/clove.htm It was fantastically secure, more so than the four-wrap tree knot. Curious to learn if anyone else has...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 13, 2007 4:39 am
Oh, you actually tied it around the tree. I was thinking you wrapped the rope around the tree then tied the clove in the rope. Around the tree is a great...
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Bryce
Bster13
Jun 13, 2007 12:37 pm
For my ray-way tarp tent he says to use a clove hitch to put the stakes in...moderate stress and easy to undo in the morning, but for the ridgeline (similar to...
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Richard Perlman
montclair2525
Jun 13, 2007 1:10 pm
Doing that equals Two Half Hitches http://tinyurl.com/2swvps ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Dave Womble
dpwomble
Jun 13, 2007 1:25 pm
I don't think you want to use a clove hitch on the ridgeline of a tarp because you can't tie it with the line taut, you need a bit of slack. It works great on...
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Rosalind Suit
rosalind_suit
Jun 13, 2007 1:38 pm
The tree had a bad experience.....really not good for the living, growing tree.....imagine having a tourniquet on all night!! mdhiker [Non-text portions of...
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hacktorious
Jun 13, 2007 2:28 pm
I envisioned something similar to tying a bear bag with the PCT method. Instead of tying the rope around the branch, it would be tied around the tree....
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jkneilson
Jun 13, 2007 6:46 pm
For ridgeline, a tautline hitch, a great knot. Cheers, K ... ______________________________________________________________________ ... today!...
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Chinell, David F (GE ...
dchinell
Jun 13, 2007 7:59 pm
Knots I use: Ridgeline: tautline hitch Tarp tie-outs Ends: bowline Sides: tautline hitch Pegs: lark's head Hammock: none (two rings, or Hennessy hitch on one...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 13, 2007 11:18 pm
david... i don't know if you've been to hammockfroums in a while, but the double ring method has become quite popular for hanging & adjusting the hammock. ...
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Michael Supple
harloweqbumf...
Jun 14, 2007 12:42 pm
... At your height I would get the Jungle model. I'm 6'2" and have tried both models. I greatly prefer the Jungle. Most people that have been buying them have...
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Chinell, David F (GE ...
dchinell
Jun 14, 2007 1:26 pm
Tim: Thanks for making sure I was aware of that. As a matter of fact, I'd already checked in sometime after the notion seemed to catch on. It was gratifying to...
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Dave Womble
dpwomble
Jun 14, 2007 7:03 pm
I uploaded a few photos to the album. If you go to HOME and NEW PHOTOS it will take you to that album... for now. Youngblood...
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Dave Womble
dpwomble
Jun 14, 2007 7:08 pm
It is easier to scroll through the album if you click on the Album, otherwise you have to keep backing up to go forward....
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Tina Paxton
frecs7
Jun 14, 2007 10:25 pm
Hello, This past weekend I had my first opportunity to use my Original Hennessy Hammock (a gift from a friend) on a weekend backpacking trip. I discovered ...
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Carey Parks
parkscarey
Jun 14, 2007 10:51 pm
Others with more experience will reply I'm sure, but for me the sag is cured by putting the straps WAY up on the tree and not requiring the suspension to be...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 14, 2007 11:58 pm
tina... what carey said is good info. especially note what was said about the new hammock, supports, & tree huggers stretching. that's going to happen. but...
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Tina Paxton
frecs7
Jun 15, 2007 1:20 am
So, I need to put the tree hugger up higher to get a better angle? That's easy enough. :-) I did review the SPE on Speer's site and it seems like a better...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 15, 2007 1:27 am
I've done a bit of research and my conclusion is that the Jungle is worth the extra money. It comes with a decent tarp too. Have you looked into a Hennessey,...
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Carey Parks
parkscarey
Jun 15, 2007 1:42 am
Welcome Tina, You're in for lots of fine adventures and good friends. Safe travels, Carey ... From: hammockcamping@yahoogroups.com ...
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Scott
hacktorious
Jun 15, 2007 1:49 am
My personal choice is to use an under quilt. I was using a JRB nest, and started using that as an over quilt, so I decided to get a super shelter. You can...
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tim garner
slowhike
Jun 15, 2007 2:05 am
i aggree, the underquilt seems to be the best overall solution for most people. and i've tested the snug fit underquilt. it's great! another source for...
