First off... That is an awesome design! I have been trying to design my own waxed canvas multipurpose sleeping bag. included a sleeping bag, inspired by the sierra designs back country bed, a poncho, a chair with removable seat pad/ knee pillow, and a log carrier. Now Thanks to your inspiration i can add hammock and debris bag to the list of uses. With two separate wool layers that can be used interchangeably with seasons the design would weigh between 8 and 12 lbs depending on the various portions of canvas and be fairly complex but very much within reason. I suppose i should probably learn to sew! lol
Comment: The Snaps, centered, restrict the size of the opening for a Cross member. Moving them next to the stitching would allow for a larger Branch on the foot. Or, change from snaps to "D-Rings" and a lashing sewn into the end of the tarp to allow for the Folded Over Closure or as a Tie-Out for What Ever you need it for. They could even be used to secure the Roll for transport.
This is a great set-up. I would only change two things about it: 1: For the waterproof, I would soak it in silicon instead of using wax. Wax and oil treated canvas has the habbit of oiling up other items pressed against it, silicon doesn't. Also, silikon is more fire resistant than wax or oil. 2: I would have the heavy duty canvas less wide than the waterproof canvas, so the ends of the waterproof are rolled/folded back onto itself by about 2" (5cm). This is because in set-ups like this, wetness can still soak in from the edge if one side of the edge is able to soak up water, like untreated canvas is. If the edge is on both sides water resistent or water repellent, this is less likely to happen. Beyond those two points, this is awesome. I would probably keep the tube stuffed (even when it is rolled up and not in use) with three or four layers of woolen blankets as a bedroll.
I reckon it needs a third and/or fourth snap to help keep it closed when used as a sleeping bag. When you pushed your feet down it started to open up a bit. Great product though, I want one!
I can see some changes id make and im already considering making one. Primarily, replace the snaps at the end with a couple sets of tapes as a tied closure isnt going to kick open if youre inside it. Also add some tapes along the sides just for a few extra attachment points to help secure it in a bedroll, attach an under quilt as a hammock, etc.
That sir is a nice piece of kit. Years ago I redesigned my canvas bed roll cover so that it was multi functional but what you have there is exceptional.
First off...great stuff, love the channel, love what you do, love the camp roll. Very multi use, very functional, chair would not be hard. Much like a flexable cutting board, with a handle cut out on both ends, 12x18 inches....the uses for it are near endless. something to cut food on, around the top of your bedroll for a water shed, something to kneel on/sit on, it makes a great snow shovel, it can move softer soil around, it can put handles on your fish, it can keep the sun off your head, and neck if you need it too. it's weight is next to nothing, its cost is minimal, I won't go winter hiking without it The cheap in me also wants to say...the same thing can be done with a dollar store shower curtain, and a roll of duct tape. done differently of course, but the results...that one time can be similar Being 5'6"...not tiny, but not large...medium in fact....I have noticed that it is easy to be stuck with larger, heavier stuff then needed, like an MSS...I am not the biggest sailor in the navy....it is nice that its there...all that extra sleeping bag, it does add warmth, and a pillow. but its always bugged me. having size options for something like this is nice, even if it is just small, and large...people over 6 feet, and people under 6 feet
Hutchins roll could save a life. In severe cold a foot of leaf material under and 3 feet on top with branches to prevent wind from blowing the leaves away, Crawl into the envelope in the middle of the roll and enjoy the insulation and warmth like a squirrel. I don't know how many know of Nesmuk or Kephart you mentioned. What mentors they were. I live about an hour from Kephart mountain.
G'day from Oz. The Hutchins Roll looks like a traditional Australian swag. They've been made here for more than a century. I suggest you look at something like Sauls Swags. Thank you very much for your videos...all the best.
I had two old wooden frame army cots. I took the canvas off the frames and use them for the same things. Except the sleeping bag as well. But the waxed idea never occurred to me. Thank you for your videos I am a great admirer of you and your school
Spent many summers sleeping on cots like that. I really like the idea, but it seems like a lot of weight. I definitely see it's usefulness. I guess the beauty to camping is everyone has a idea that makes them happy. I do give you a hard time but I enjoy you channel. We have more ideas that are the same then different. Just may lessons were lessons from boy scouts and hunting then army. Back then we went without. Didn't have has much fancy gear. Which is why I like bushcraft over modern hiking. You seem to stay on the side I like. Lol
Nice... id make it longer. My husband is 6'4" ... i like to kick by feet around and wrap my head up. Can add extra length on both ends, bottom to adjust length if ya get someone bigger or smaller 1 size fits all, either snaps ir buckles. At tge top more length if you wanted to stuff a pillow or make a pillow you can have extra fabric to fold and snap in a pillow, place to store wool blanket too. The ties or loops along sides to either attach sleeping bag or even to tie to a cot. Love the design and versatility and love that it can be for mat or to get in. Love both open ends my feet get hot. You cud add 1 more fold over wider flap thats loose ir ties as a top cover. If u stuff it and sleep on top you have an additional flap to pull over u or as a extra ground cover too or an awning
A short description of my experinece while watching: 1. Just saw the intro and already like the video - I love it when someone is happy about something ;) 2. You certainly can’t go wrong with waxed canvas! 3. not only protects it stuf (like inflatable mats)f from sparks but also just from braches and sharp stones on the ground! 4. and yes, of course, one side is waterproof - used that kind of feature on other equipment already! 5. Now, the raised bed idea is something! AND it can be insulated from below! Great one! Even hammocking is possible! Great idea! Now, I have to find this thing available in Europe :D
Great item, many uses. Got me to thinking about making something simular, but out of rip-stop nylon (or some such material). Yes, it won't be as "tough", but it will be lighter.
Another home run for Coalcracker! I’m ordering one today. Seems more versatile than my JonPak sleeve. I already have the Coalcracker tarp 8x8 and the Trekker tarp. Both are outstandingly built items. His products reflect his passion for providing top notch. They may seem pricey to some but, you will be getting old fashioned top quality American made products
I can see it being used as a hauling kit: Fold in half (hamburger bun fold, not hotdog bun fold), put rope through the end sleeves, and you have yourself a tote with shoulder straps for carrying deadfall sticks for firewood, or leaves/bow/debris for a debris bed (pile it by your sleeping site until you get enough, then set up the actual bed situation), so on and so forth.
Hey there Mr. Wowak! I just ordered a Hutchins Roll from your site this afternoon, 1/1/2022, and was wondering if you were still dialing in how to set up the hammock? Or even how you had it set up in this video. I have a few eno hammocks that i have straps for to utilize there and am curious in this aspect in particular. Thanks in Advance.
Haven't read every comment, so forgive me if it's been mentioned previously...with the right length tent poles, or even supple branches it might even be adapted to a tube style shelter by running said material through the short ends.
Just slide the ropes through the sleeves at the end and use it as a gathered end hammock. More stable than the trestle end that you demonstrated. All in all a great idea.
Try a rope through each of the sewn end loops. Fold in half and use the rope to tie both ends together to the top of the tripod. Slip a branch through the loop formed by the fold and drop that down in front of two sides of the tripod. Viola, a camp chair.
You should sew 3 tabs on one part to use for the tripod chair. The rest of the material could just roll up behind. Or possibly loops on heavy side to use for ridge line.
I was thinking of maybe some tie-outs so it can be used as a lean-to, but if one was to trap a small rock or marble near a corner that could be used as a tie-out point. One question though: what is the overall weight?
would it make Great Matt for that arm wrestling match between you and corporals corner y'all talk about ??? Ha ha !!! Looks like a great piece of gear ! Thanks for all you do !
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite bush craft channels! I wish I had discovered more bush craft things at a much younger age
Same here but there was no internet back then
@@GetUrPhil Oh yeah LOL
Looks great Dan! That's everything we talked about and more. I can't wait to get it in the woods!!!
First off... That is an awesome design! I have been trying to design my own waxed canvas multipurpose sleeping bag. included a sleeping bag, inspired by the sierra designs back country bed, a poncho, a chair with removable seat pad/ knee pillow, and a log carrier. Now Thanks to your inspiration i can add hammock and debris bag to the list of uses. With two separate wool layers that can be used interchangeably with seasons the design would weigh between 8 and 12 lbs depending on the various portions of canvas and be fairly complex but very much within reason. I suppose i should probably learn to sew! lol
Comment: The Snaps, centered, restrict the size of the opening for a Cross member. Moving them next to the stitching would allow for a larger Branch on the foot. Or, change from snaps to "D-Rings" and a lashing sewn into the end of the tarp to allow for the Folded Over Closure or as a Tie-Out for What Ever you need it for. They could even be used to secure the Roll for transport.
This is a great set-up. I would only change two things about it:
1: For the waterproof, I would soak it in silicon instead of using wax. Wax and oil treated canvas has the habbit of oiling up other items pressed against it, silicon doesn't. Also, silikon is more fire resistant than wax or oil.
2: I would have the heavy duty canvas less wide than the waterproof canvas, so the ends of the waterproof are rolled/folded back onto itself by about 2" (5cm). This is because in set-ups like this, wetness can still soak in from the edge if one side of the edge is able to soak up water, like untreated canvas is. If the edge is on both sides water resistent or water repellent, this is less likely to happen.
Beyond those two points, this is awesome. I would probably keep the tube stuffed (even when it is rolled up and not in use) with three or four layers of woolen blankets as a bedroll.
I reckon it needs a third and/or fourth snap to help keep it closed when used as a sleeping bag. When you pushed your feet down it started to open up a bit.
Great product though, I want one!
Will also be good for emergency stretcher.
That was my thought when he strung it up like a hammock
I can see some changes id make and im already considering making one. Primarily, replace the snaps at the end with a couple sets of tapes as a tied closure isnt going to kick open if youre inside it. Also add some tapes along the sides just for a few extra attachment points to help secure it in a bedroll, attach an under quilt as a hammock, etc.
This is fantastic and will last a lifetime, negating the initial price shock. 👌
Mine arrived 2 days ago! I took it out to the woods, and used it as moisture barrier!
That sir is a nice piece of kit. Years ago I redesigned my canvas bed roll cover so that it was multi functional but what you have there is exceptional.
First off...great stuff, love the channel, love what you do, love the camp roll.
Very multi use, very functional, chair would not be hard. Much like a flexable cutting board, with a handle cut out on both ends, 12x18 inches....the uses for it are near endless. something to cut food on, around the top of your bedroll for a water shed, something to kneel on/sit on, it makes a great snow shovel, it can move softer soil around, it can put handles on your fish, it can keep the sun off your head, and neck if you need it too. it's weight is next to nothing, its cost is minimal, I won't go winter hiking without it
The cheap in me also wants to say...the same thing can be done with a dollar store shower curtain, and a roll of duct tape. done differently of course, but the results...that one time can be similar
Being 5'6"...not tiny, but not large...medium in fact....I have noticed that it is easy to be stuck with larger, heavier stuff then needed, like an MSS...I am not the biggest sailor in the navy....it is nice that its there...all that extra sleeping bag, it does add warmth, and a pillow. but its always bugged me. having size options for something like this is nice, even if it is just small, and large...people over 6 feet, and people under 6 feet
The multiplicity factor is seemingly endless as the imagination. NICE !
Hutchins roll could save a life. In severe cold a foot of leaf material under and 3 feet on top with branches to prevent wind from blowing the leaves away, Crawl into the envelope in the middle of the roll and enjoy the insulation and warmth like a squirrel. I don't know how many know of Nesmuk or Kephart you mentioned. What mentors they were. I live about an hour from Kephart mountain.
G'day from Oz. The Hutchins Roll looks like a traditional Australian swag. They've been made here for more than a century. I suggest you look at something like Sauls Swags. Thank you very much for your videos...all the best.
I had two old wooden frame army cots. I took the canvas off the frames and use them for the same things. Except the sleeping bag as well. But the waxed idea never occurred to me. Thank you for your videos I am a great admirer of you and your school
Hello! you are sensational. we love your videos. i like your energy a lot. thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Spent many summers sleeping on cots like that.
I really like the idea, but it seems like a lot of weight.
I definitely see it's usefulness. I guess the beauty to camping is everyone has a idea that makes them happy.
I do give you a hard time but I enjoy you channel. We have more ideas that are the same then different. Just may lessons were lessons from boy scouts and hunting then army. Back then we went without. Didn't have has much fancy gear. Which is why I like bushcraft over modern hiking. You seem to stay on the side I like. Lol
this can be used as a makeshift litter to carry a wounded person to a safe location
Nice... id make it longer. My husband is 6'4" ... i like to kick by feet around and wrap my head up. Can add extra length on both ends, bottom to adjust length if ya get someone bigger or smaller 1 size fits all, either snaps ir buckles. At tge top more length if you wanted to stuff a pillow or make a pillow you can have extra fabric to fold and snap in a pillow, place to store wool blanket too. The ties or loops along sides to either attach sleeping bag or even to tie to a cot. Love the design and versatility and love that it can be for mat or to get in. Love both open ends my feet get hot. You cud add 1 more fold over wider flap thats loose ir ties as a top cover. If u stuff it and sleep on top you have an additional flap to pull over u or as a extra ground cover too or an awning
Debris bed. I like it a lot. Good idea!
A short description of my experinece while watching:
1. Just saw the intro and already like the video - I love it when someone is happy about something ;)
2. You certainly can’t go wrong with waxed canvas!
3. not only protects it stuf (like inflatable mats)f from sparks but also just from braches and sharp stones on the ground!
4. and yes, of course, one side is waterproof - used that kind of feature on other equipment already!
5. Now, the raised bed idea is something! AND it can be insulated from below! Great one! Even hammocking is possible!
Great idea! Now, I have to find this thing available in Europe :D
Could use as Emergency stretcher to carry wounded person (or large dog) to trail head from remote/limited access area etc.
Great item, many uses. Got me to thinking about making something simular, but out of rip-stop nylon (or some such material). Yes, it won't be as "tough", but it will be lighter.
Another home run for Coalcracker!
I’m ordering one today. Seems more versatile than my JonPak sleeve.
I already have the Coalcracker tarp 8x8 and the Trekker tarp. Both are outstandingly built items. His products reflect his passion for providing top notch. They may seem pricey to some but, you will be getting old fashioned top quality American made products
A brilliant idea, I hope you still have them, because I want one bad…
Something you can pass down to your grandkids.
That’s a very versatile piece of gear. I would want mine a foot longer.
Wow, what a versatile piece of equipment.
That is a lovely bit of kit.
Some of those thing that you did we used in the army with a shelter half tent, more ideas for the tool box👍
So I was just watching back episodes and came across the bushcraft hammock from Feb 28 2019. It would be cool to see the two sleep systems combined.
YT getting real comfortable with these back-to-back unskippable 15 second ads…
…also, great vid as always, Dan
Love the idea and versatility. Can't wait to see the hammock addon!
Improvised stretcher, dig a hole and possibly use that as a rain catch, then maybe heat rocks to place in water for a hot bath lol
Definitely pretty nice.
Good thinking! Time to look for a more recent video showing the extra component kit.
Awesome idea, multiple use kit that really makes sense.
I can see it being used as a hauling kit: Fold in half (hamburger bun fold, not hotdog bun fold), put rope through the end sleeves, and you have yourself a tote with shoulder straps for carrying deadfall sticks for firewood, or leaves/bow/debris for a debris bed (pile it by your sleeping site until you get enough, then set up the actual bed situation), so on and so forth.
Very nice piece of kit!
Nicely done Dan! ThanQ for sharing!
Looks like an improvement to the Modified Kephart Bedroll by Duluth Pack looks like a very versatile piece of gear.
Thanks for your ideas and insights. I'm about 40 minutes east of you, still west of the Delaware river.
Great idea Dan!
This is so clever. Could probably jury rig a lean to with it as well if you don't have a proper tarp.
Nice job 👍
I had a similar idea, but I wanted to add loops on the side to also make a backpack out of it
Like the nomad hammock
You could connect 30-40 of these to make a yurt. Or not. Cool product Dan.
I wonder if a continuous loop would work for a hammock. This is cool!
Awsome multifunctional tool in the tool kit
Hey there Mr. Wowak! I just ordered a Hutchins Roll from your site this afternoon, 1/1/2022, and was wondering if you were still dialing in how to set up the hammock? Or even how you had it set up in this video. I have a few eno hammocks that i have straps for to utilize there and am curious in this aspect in particular. Thanks in Advance.
Yes yes yes yes yes yes I’ve been waiting for something like this it is damn near perfect!!
Haven't read every comment, so forgive me if it's been mentioned previously...with the right length tent poles, or even supple branches it might even be adapted to a tube style shelter by running said material through the short ends.
I dig it, Danno. I have a couple more ideas it might be used for, I think. 🤔 I'll give them a try once I get my hands on one.
Just slide the ropes through the sleeves at the end and use it as a gathered end hammock. More stable than the trestle end that you demonstrated. All in all a great idea.
Genius. absolute genius...
Very COOL!
Great video!
I really like this.
Very very nice. Good job on this.
That's really cool.
YOU LEFT OUT MAKING A CAMP CHAIR WITH IT. GOOD VIDEO.
At 6:49 you should change the seam to lay flat and on the inside. Right now it’s going to split.
Neat product!
Thanks!
That's fantastic! Thank you for sharing!. 👍
Very cool sir!!!!
This is kind of like a heavier, canvas version of Mors Kochanski’s scarf. I love it!
Sign me up.
Ordered.
Love your work.
That is awesome
Awesome product man!!! that thing is a home run
That is sweet! Great design!
Very versatile. 👍
Great idea, make the hammock poles double as a base for a Roycroft pack frame.
Looks Great ! I like it ! But, Needs to be about 12 -18 inches longer !!!!
Nice rendition of the cowboy roll my friend🤠🤙 Will be getting one of these in the future forsure!
Nice!
A good ole Cush Braft vidja 🙌!
Try a rope through each of the sewn end loops. Fold in half and use the rope to tie both ends together to the top of the tripod. Slip a branch through the loop formed by the fold and drop that down in front of two sides of the tripod. Viola, a camp chair.
That's a great idea.
You should sew 3 tabs on one part to use for the tripod chair. The rest of the material could just roll up behind. Or possibly loops on heavy side to use for ridge line.
How much weight can it handle? Looks like a pretty cool piece of equipment to have.
I like it looks like it's good material as well. $200 is a bit much though. If it gets below 150 I may consider it.
I want it be ordering one soon
I was thinking of maybe some tie-outs so it can be used as a lean-to, but if one was to trap a small rock or marble near a corner that could be used as a tie-out point. One question though: what is the overall weight?
It is like the swiss army knife of bed rolls.
I would want a longer Version, but i really like the idea
I like it. I think it needs to be longer though.
That is pretty awesome
Same as Pathfinder hammock slash debree kit!
Very cool
You could use it to haul firewood too.
Awesome!!!
would it make Great Matt for that arm wrestling match between you and corporals corner y'all talk about ??? Ha ha !!! Looks like a great piece of gear ! Thanks for all you do !
How about tie outs for use as a small lean to tarp. This is gonna end up being the 80's rambo survival knife of tarps, but in a good way. LOL!
Dan, please let us know how much she weighs. No one is expecting Ultra Light but an idea would be great! Love the product!
Wax both sides and stitch the bottm right up and make seperate sleeves on the sides for the raised bed, and I'd buy it.
That's a great product!
Very cool product... do you have a longer version? Cheers, Ed
Really like it, but how heavy is it, I'm a smaller dude and I would fit perfectly in the hammock setup 😉😁🤙
I thought your Best Buddies with Shane Kelly at Corporals Corner! He talks about you all the time. 😁😂😁
Cool! Thanks!!
This is great, but quick question, what is the weight capacity of this roll?