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Wow, thank you. I will PM you.
Is the bubble pad similar to Reflectix? I've been meaning to make a pad that gives me full coverage vs just being as wide as a normal camp pad. Even with my 4 season underquilt I get cold spots that ruin my sleep.
pretty sure mine is made of reflectix:
Looks like it is, but with edging and elastics to hold it in place.pretty sure mine is made of reflectix:
Heat Reflecting Double Bubble Pad
Description This bubble pad is silvered on both sides and reflects 97% of your body's radiant heat back to you. Under most conditions this pad will keep you warm down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit ( 5 Celsius) if you are using a good quality 40-degree sleeping bag. Any other insulating materials like...hennessyhammock.com
I have the Kammock with an Eno underquilt. I get cold with the combo of a thermarest and a 50 degree sleeping bag. I really like the ease of the Kammock though, it's hard to lose your gear, since most of it is integrated into the hammock, and the tent stakes are anodized orange. I don't have pictures, but I could throw it up in the to demonstrate its footprint
You're definitely hanging it too tightly.I've got a hammock I keep at the Super Secret Squirrel Location that these days gets used more for ham radio than resting, and it's not a great setup. [...]. The hammock digs into the back of my knees something fierce. Maybe a porch swing would be a better option.
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That makes sense, I'll have to try it. I usually set the straps at about head height and I end up with my feet almost touching the ground. But maybe if I leave some slack to start with it won't matter too much and will be more comfortable.
My Hennessy has a ridgeline. It definitely helps reduce my natural desire to overtighten as well. It's hard to make yourself remember that any tension we put in the rig ends up pushing back against us in the hammock.
Ouch, $63 plus shipping both ways to turn a $270 hammock into a $270 hammock. Could be worth it though instead of just not using it.
I like the bottom entry, but I'll admit I don't love the ropes either. I keep thinking of upgrading to whoopee slings, or something like the atlas slings I have on my other hammock.
What are you some kind of guy who audits defense contractors?Well, you could sell the Hennessey, I guess. I thought about doing the zipper mod, but I guess I got used to the bottom entry.
It is annoying at times.....
$63 + 2x shipping + $270 = $270? Is that some kind of defense contractor math going on there?
It's like they know most people are going to change them out anyway to whatever they prefer. Kind of like how real bicycles don't come with pedals because most people will just take them off and put something else on.
Sadly, Tom has exactly the opposite position. He genuinely believes his method with that rope is better than all the other options. Which is a shame, because a simple loop end would be easier for most users.
This is far more reasonable than I expected. I've seen splicing demonstrated with simple tools like nails and wire. I'm sure the tools are nicer, but to make one or two I could probably get by.Sadly, Tom has exactly the opposite position. He genuinely believes his method with that rope is better than all the other options. Which is a shame, because a simple loop end would be easier for most users.
