There was a thread on this subject on hammockforums.net where an individual did some testing. The person created a couple of gathered end hammocks. One the...
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punky
lpon2000
Aug 20, 2010 1:46 pm
Tyvek is water resistant, not waterproof, and vapor permeable. This is why it is used to make painter's coveralls - unlike plastic it lets you wear it without...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Aug 20, 2010 10:59 am
... Washing tyvek does improve flexibility and greatly reduces the noise. I quite like the texture of washed tyvek. It's very much like paper. Now, why do we...
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Ralph Oborn
polecatpop
Aug 19, 2010 4:10 pm
... As I get older it appears that water seems to pass right through me. :] And it seems like the landscape fabric also allows water to pass right through...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Aug 19, 2010 3:50 pm
OUCH! I hope you're not saying what it seems like you're saying... CL...
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Ralph Oborn
polecatpop
Aug 19, 2010 3:03 pm
In general tyvek is a little noisy and since it is water proof can form condensation puddles under you. It can be "washed" and made more flexible (and quiet). ...
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edspeer2002
Aug 19, 2010 9:50 am
Hi Ariz....I hope to be online here a lot more now that my time has freed up a bit. My thanks to everyone who has posted lately. Sent from my Verizon Wireless...
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Aris Dennis
apfel1984
Aug 19, 2010 9:33 am
I'd be interested in this too. Would it stretch too much? Good to see this group is still alive! Is Ed still on here? ________________________________ From:...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Aug 19, 2010 9:15 am
Anyone make a hammock from tyvek? If so, how did it hold up? CL...
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Sali Rostami
rmeyer386
Aug 18, 2010 12:48 am
5:18:46 AM My friend sent this email to me , and as I found it so interesting , I forwarded it to you . Hope you enjoy it too. ( No Spam ) Dear Friend! ...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Aug 11, 2010 1:22 pm
if you are not using a permanently attached ridge-line you can twist the hammock like a twisted rope and eliminate the need for wraps, snakeskins etc if you...
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Dutch Unlimited
johanvandijk
Aug 11, 2010 11:00 am
I just use some strings, mostly already (semi) attached for other purposes.... No need to add velcro and the piece of cord can double function. Anywhere...
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Zhamak Boobs
rmeyer386
Aug 10, 2010 5:50 am
10:20:31 AM Mobile , Animal , Flower & Love Wallpaper Landscape Mobile FlowersCats2 Mobile 20 Wallpaper Flowers1cats1 best Mobile Wallpaper Flower Wallpapers...
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bill.joyce24
Aug 9, 2010 1:30 pm
I was just thinking instead of using snake skins on your tarp or hammock what about just using velcro strips....
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Bret
bbwwbb
Aug 9, 2010 1:29 pm
although it barely mentions the hammocks, it does mention: ...
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sawyer7271
Aug 7, 2010 3:47 pm
You do have a valid point. I don't have whoopie slings at this point. I guess with whoopies/toggles I could save as much as 4-6 ounces. Hmmm... Christmas...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Aug 7, 2010 4:39 am
... I've often wondered this, too. What's with all the hardware? In fact, I went back to Hennessey's default mode of figure-8 wraps precisely because it was...
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gumby zenkayaker
thezenkayaker
Aug 6, 2010 7:39 pm
Sorry no ,the hammock is mil surplus and is built straight-sided like a TV box. 30x30x8'.the mummy bag liner is shaped just like a TAPERED BAG!!!! It is...
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egiese01
Aug 6, 2010 5:09 pm
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Blake Robert
xflagstaff9
Aug 6, 2010 3:20 pm
Thank you. Does the foot area have enough width to lie on the diagonal? Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â RB ________________________________ From: gumby zenkayaker...
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gumby zenkayaker
thezenkayaker
Aug 5, 2010 6:50 pm
Hello !!!! I have the whole system bags,but have an OLD type hammock. The niddle bag fits tight but works for me down too -10.hope this helps ... -- enjoy your...
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Blake Robert
xflagstaff9
Aug 5, 2010 5:52 pm
Being allergic to feathers, I am looking for an alternative synthetic sleeping bag to use as a peapod. Apparently, the military patrol sleeping bag is...
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sawyer7271
Jul 2, 2010 3:16 pm
X2 on Arrowhead Equipment: AHE: they have a set of ultralight buckles, either with or without an amsteel loop (called a Chain link.) ...
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John Ennis
bigbamaguy31
Jul 1, 2010 4:01 pm
I am a hanger in Alabama and have several hammock rigs that range from the Clark Jungle Hammock NX-200 model to several ENO Double Nests. They have all had...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Jul 1, 2010 2:34 pm
... If only! CL...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
Jul 1, 2010 1:06 pm
and the best part is they only apply to boy scouts Sapere Aude, Arye P. Rubenstein Imagination is more important than knowledge... It is a miracle that...
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Greg Dunlap
greg_dunlap
Jul 1, 2010 12:28 pm
Northern California hanger here also. I use 1 1/2 inch straps with carabineers. I have 2 inch loops sewn onto the ends of the straps, place a carbineer in...
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wolfjeeper
Jul 1, 2010 12:02 pm
Aloha Fellow Hangers Im looking for any helpful information you might have I Have a couple HH and I have been trying to go to a strap system as here in CA we...
