All, Let me make two corrections to my own post: The carabiners I spoke of say "500 Kg", not 450. (And, as Arye noted, "Caveat emptor.") I said I was using...
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david cook
dcook675
Apr 1, 2009 12:46 pm
The idea of using a ridgeline like you suggested is a good idea. I made my hammocks this way and I've been pleased with the results. This is similar to the...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Mar 31, 2009 10:24 pm
your correct, my mistake but when I can get climbing carbianers (new and used on ebay) for ~5.00 each where is the deal? Note: I don't count grams & I just got...
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Roger Ries
rogerries
Mar 31, 2009 7:58 pm
That's two for 10.99 a 2.99 savings... 5.495 a piece for two Later Roger R Chaska, MN ________________________________ From: Arye P. R....
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Mar 31, 2009 6:53 pm
Thanks for the reply A note to others browse the site b4 ordering I found one for 6.98 and a pair for 2.99 ...
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d2aisy2000
Mar 31, 2009 6:35 pm
... Arye, I had purchased some carabiners from Treklight. They were marked with their logo and "450 Kg" and also a very tiny "www.lazerdesigns.com", so I found...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Mar 31, 2009 3:05 pm
David What brand are and where did you buy the 'strong, but non-climbing carabiners (450 Kg)'? Sapere Aude, Arye P. Rubenstein Imagination is more important...
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d2aisy2000
Mar 31, 2009 12:49 pm
... I'm glad to see that others are using Amsteel (and other strong, light hollow-braid ropes). For me one of the biggest advantages of these ropes is that I...
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Elizabeth Young
lizyoungatfe...
Mar 30, 2009 8:11 pm
yes yes that's it! liz...
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Kenneth Crump
ojccbg
Mar 30, 2009 7:53 pm
Here is one single line suspension technique and discussion of it: http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=4719 Ken ... [Non-text portions of this...
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Elizabeth Young
lizyoungatfe...
Mar 30, 2009 6:52 pm
Someone else has already referred you to hammockforums.net (a fab resource) and I know that sometime on those fora there was a discussion of a continuous...
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David Ball
canoebie2003
Mar 30, 2009 4:29 pm
In order to minimize damage to the trees, I would suggest using straps at least around the trees. Rope with the amount of stress that is placed on it around...
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gary coleman
gacoleman
Mar 30, 2009 3:44 pm
don't know for sure, but seems like you'd have to use some pretty heavy duty rope to handle the weight/forces. along a similar line, i've been wondering if...
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Javier
javierbergan...
Mar 30, 2009 3:43 pm
I think you're talking about structural ridgelines - I haven't tried them myself but have read plenty of talk about them and their benefits (to some users)....
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Tom Galvin
thebaldguyd
Mar 30, 2009 1:39 pm
Sounds like a good idea for a permanet situation for back yard use. I haven't tried it, just seems there would be to much stretch and lots of rope to carry....
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Brett
dirtbikenguy2
Mar 30, 2009 12:52 pm
I think its about time i introduced myself. My name is Brett, i'm 26 and have been using a hammock for camping for a season although i've only made it out...
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Ed Speer
edspeer2002
Mar 24, 2009 1:16 pm
Since we anticipate a record turnout (~50) for the April 24-26 SEHHA hangout in Hot Springs, we have concerns that our typical Saturday am breakfast at the...
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lpon2000
Mar 12, 2009 4:35 pm
That sounds like it would interfere with the way the hammock conforms to me, which is IMO what makes it so comfortable. I don't use sleeping bags and the pad I...
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Thomas Vickers
redroachhome
Mar 11, 2009 7:49 pm
I have been using a Jacks R Better underquilt this winter and I am impressed. Very good for keeping warm TV...
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ginohav
Mar 8, 2009 4:48 pm
Just a thought. Has anyone used a chase lounge cushion for a winter pad? Most of them are 74"x23"x3". It would be nothing to tie one on a winter sled. I was...
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Tom Frazier
bjornchild
Mar 7, 2009 7:36 am
Generally speaking you lay diagonally...but, really, you lay in whatever position makes you feel most comfortable. I sleep in no less than 40 different...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Mar 6, 2009 11:34 pm
Welcome Tricia, It depends upon the hammock, how much sag you hang it with and how tall you are. Sapere Aude, Arye P. Rubenstein Imagination is more important...
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Pa woofwoof tricia
puppybreathnow
Mar 6, 2009 11:01 pm
My understanding is you sleep across a hammock (or obliquely) rather than plumb with the ropes that affix the hammock to tree. Photos on this site don't look...
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LoveRise@...
loverise2000
Mar 3, 2009 5:45 pm
Congratulations Sandy on the Classic, I have a 17ft Burro travel trailer that I love to use as well when traveling. I love boondocking when the opportunity...
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Sandy Kramer
sandykayak
Mar 2, 2009 8:46 pm
Hey, Laurie...way to go. Yes it IS a bit spendy, but from someone who just (on Friday) bought a $13K ($14,300 w/taxes, tags) popup camping trailer (2009...
... I don't know about you ... the ought to be a LAW! > The beauty of a hammock is that you ... I've been on the BWCA & superior hiking trail mostly lately but...
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coop_1126
Mar 2, 2009 1:29 pm
While noodling through old posts I linked to a hammock manu. site and linked from that to a pad made by coleman ostensibly for hammocks. It was 6'long 2 wide...
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LoveRise@...
loverise2000
Mar 1, 2009 9:44 pm
Greetings Stealth Campers! I'm bordering on fifty yet often forget I'm not in my teens and if you would like to add even more range to your stealth hammock...
