As soon as you demonstrated laying diagonal, I was stunned. Up to then, I could not figure out how anyone could enjoy sleeping like a banana. I paused the video to post this. Now I am hooked.
I'm 6'-3" and my first hammock was a 9'-6" symmetrical parachute material hammock. Needless to say, I didn't sleep at all my first two outings. Miserable. The amount of money and troubles that I could've been spared by knowing what my actual needs were ahead of any purchases would've been worth pure gold. I hope this series helps lots of newbies, even if a little too late for me. LOL
So grateful for your timing on this series as I am currently moving into hammock camping for AT hiking due to severe back pain issues. You are extremely thorough and well organized in your presentation. Looking forward to the next installment. Arnie
the parallelcuts between the different hammocks to compare while you finish the sentence is a VERY cool approach! as a viewer you stay at the topic and follow the points to discuss easily. NICE! :-)
Jason, Great information and highly professional. I've been hammock camping for about 5 years now and think I'm pretty dialed in on my hammock system, and I find your series is very much worth watch.
Outstanding information. I've been researching hammocks for over a month. Your information has answered some questions I had. As a first time hammock-er I found so much to learn, which is part of the fun. Thanks for the video and I am looking forward to viewing the others.
There is a lot of good information here. I have spent many nights sleeping in a hammock while hiking. I tell people who think they want to get into hammock camping that there is a learning curve. It takes a little while to figure it out. I by far prefer backpacking with a hammock.
Thanks Frozen for the detailed video. Much appreciated. I just recently purchased a hammock from warbonnet outdoors. These compilation videos are great for a beginner like me. I knew it was perfect when I spent the night in the hammock then the next morning laid in my own bed and felt the same.
So well presented, Jason. Perfect timing as I begin learning more about hammocks for a purchase. They have always been a mystery to me. Thanks so much.
Great video. I first camped in a hammock in about 1982, in either my father's or uncle's WW2 era Army surplus jungle hammock. Very comfortable and bug-free in Maine in August, but probably weighed fifteen pounds with its rope suspension and (little) rubberized canvas roof, and I wasn't over twelve years old. In the early nineties I purchased a Rothco imitation that had a coated nylon fly (also integral and undersized) with a very narrow canvas hammock. Okay if you are twenty-two or so, and it's not raining, and you left the sleeping bag at home. In the seventies (°F) overnight who would care? The answer is: you, unless you unless you want to sleep. I did learn how to lay on the diagonal, but the Rothco hammock was not much lighter than the original US Army one, and it still wasn't raining. In 2020 I got a cheap import camping hammock with a built-in mosquito net, a tarp, and a couple of daisy chain suspension units which I use with a couple of (non-climbing- level) but strong carabiners. I sleep better in this one than I do in my own bed, even if I miss my wife and kid sleeping a few yards away in a tent. After having numerous, if irregular, years of experience camping in jungle hammocks, I just learned s couple of things from this video and will watch more to learn more. (e.g.- I want to get lighter straps with buckles instead of the much heavier daisy chain) and the hammock (not tarp) ridgeline. I will try that or get another hammock with one made for it. I had the basics, but one can always learn more actually useful information, even from people much younger than oneself.
Thanks for putting these series together!....I'm ordering myself a Darien out of the gates...1.2 Robic..your videos is where I get alot of info plus shug about the hammock life
Thank you for the posting of this series. I have been hammock camping for over a decade now but I am always looking to learn more. This is a well put together video that a person new to hammocking can get great information on how to start and someone with more experience can help dial in their enjoyment of the hammock a bit more. I have another theory on the ENO. ENO, and to a lesser extent Hennessey, are the "gateway drugs" to hammocking. These brands tend to be the first foray into the hammock world for most folks largely because they are in the Big Box stores like REI, are cheaper than most cottage industry hammocks, and if the store is like REI, the buyer can return the product if not to their liking. Most hammockers who have moved away from these brands are in a brand of hammock that is from a cottage industry. Many in the hammocking crowd start with their entry hammock, decide they like hammocking but realize there must be something better and move on to the cottage industry models. I love the term "calf ridge", I have experienced it but never really knew what to call it.
I'm not new to hammocks, but I think it's good to check out opinions of others to learn more or get you to thinking about other things you may not have otherwise. This is excellent for newbies and experienced hangers alike. I really just started catching some of your videos, and look forward to seeing more.
Handy tip....if yer usein cinch buckel straps,dont tighten them all the way tight unless u have an adjustable ridgeline, i had ta cut my ridgeline when i tried.but now i have an adjustable so.... lol
Another potential beginner idea: How you maintenance your hammocks. Like after a trip, how do you clean them and keep them in good shape and so forth. Great series so far, very informative.
I have a ENO skylite bride hammock so comfy to sleep in I use the atlas Helios suspension setup with a DD super lightweight tarp and it’s amazing to sleep in
This is an excellent start to your hammock series! Maybe the last video in your series could be about the errors one can make, ie sitting in the underquilt only (ouch!), suspension mistakes, things one can do in unexpected weather, etc.
I bought a ridgeline from Whoopie Slings that pretty much solves most of my issues with my ENO Doublenest hammock. I think it cost me less than $10 shipping included. Easy fix. My only issue I have with the Doublenest now is a proper bug net, but for fall camping I don't even bother with a net anyway.
Great info. I cannot stress hammock length enough. My first hammock was right at 9' in length. After using it for 2 years I upgraded and got a 11'. I'm only 5'10" but the extra 2 feet was a huge difference in comfort.
Excellent video. Like yourself I didn't do the research like should have. Just ordered the ultimate Hang 2 2 days ago. Now saving up either a blackird or a chameleon.
Great vid! Super informative to those new to hammock sleeping. Anyone looking for a two person option should check out a HOGS Gemini. It's an ingenious take on a two person hammock. And no...I don't work for HOGS...lol...I just have one of their hammocks and love it.
Great video! Lots of good stuff in here...I learned the hard way, moving away from ENO after spending a decent chunk of change on ENO gear. Definitely a great watch was people just starting out!
If you have lived in Florida you would not worry about losing the heat even at night because it’s like 85 degrees outside until after midnight but it’s never get to cold
Great video. Very informative and I am eagerly looking forward to the rest of the series. Wish your videos were available before I purchased my hammock system. I did not have good knowledge and now I wonder if I made correct choices. Live and learn.
Outdoor Adventures already your video is by far the best hammock video on RUclips and I'm sure the whole series will be invaluable to people interested in trying out hammock hiking. You should have a lot more subscribers, you deserve it, I can tell you put a lot of work into your channel.
I've been thinking about buying an inexpensive hammock off Amazon to try. I'm concerned about whether the cheap Amazon hammocks will be long enough for be to be comfortable in.I'm about 6' and most of the cheapo hammocks I've seen are less than 10' long.
Just purchased the Backpacker UL Asym Zip from Hennessey Hammocks and tried setting it up in my backyard earlier today. Definitely a huge learning curb involved! Finding trees that are the best length apart seems to be my biggest problem right now and I'm wondering how much of an issue that is when you're on trail?
See, at 10:35 you say we need to pick either asymmetrical or symmetrical based on personal preference, but besides saying you personally sleep better in asymmetrical and showing the shape differences between the two, how do we decide which we would prefer without going out and buying both/finding someone with both to test? I know asymmetrical is shaped specifically for a diagonal lay, but you also show how you can lay diagonally in a symmetrical hammock, so why choose asymmetrical if we can also lay flat in a symmetrical hammock? It seems like symmetrical wins because you can lay any which way--you aren't limited by the footbox and shoulder areas where you're supposed to lay in an asymmetrical. Is the difference that you can just lay a little more flat in an asymmetrical hammock? Is it a lot more flat? You get what I mean?
Good point. If say an asymetrical hammock provides a flatter lay but forces you to lat a certain way but a symmetrical hammock let's you have options on directional lay but a little less flat. I've slept in both of varying sizes.
What is your opinion on dutchware versus DreamWorks? One thing drawing me to dutchware is all the options that you can add on. Would like to see a head-to-head video. Kind of looking at Dutch the new bridge hammock
So I have watched the whole series and you didn’t cover it. How do you make a ridge line for a hammock that does not have one built in? So the hang is correct.
I don't personally have a video on making one, but if you look that up on youtube, find Shug's videos, I believe he has some in depth videos on the topic.
I never thought about the length of the hammock! Thanks! These are custom made? Have you ever used a rectangle sleeping bag with a double zipper system and put the hammock through the sleeping bag? I’m thinking about that set up for winter camping. Any thoughts would be wonderful!
Yea there are many custom made hammock vendors. A few companies started marketing. sleeping bags with underquilt capabilities built in but, in my experience they don't work very well. You could always go cheap with one of those windshield reflectors meant to keep the sun heat out. Or a material called reflectix which is sold by the roll at home depot/lowes
@@FrozensAdventures I was just looking for a lightweight option for backpacking. I want to be able to carry less stuff and still be warm. Why did not work out so well for you with a sleeping bag over the hammock?
@@FrozensAdventures Oh yeah. I was going to sew loops on the end of the hammock and put a bungee cord attached to the line to close off that space some. 🤷🏻♀️😂
Good points Jason. You covered it well brother. I’ve never bothered with an asym before because o had no issues sleeping either way but seeing the little extra flatness you achieved has made me itch, lol Now the wifey is giving me that look... “You’re not seriously thinking about getting ANOTHER hammock. Haha. I got a guy up here in Canada that I may have to ply for a custom. Any hikes coming up? I prefer your solos. Though the one with Restless and Tim was good. Short. But good 🙂🤓 Be well my friend Craig
I'm fat right now. Bulking muscle for the AT. I've never been this bit before so thank you. This month I am doing more cardio then next 2 months are athletic training. You nailed the with 150lbs on the dot, 135 last year
Most hammock manufacturers seem to offer options for two widths. I am specifically looking at Dutchware. I e-mailed Dutch and the recommendation from him was 6 feet or more / 220 or more, go for the wide. I am 5'10" and 230 lbs. So I am at opposite ends of the spectrum, so to speak. I wanna go double layer so I can use my Big Agnes inflatable pad. Every video I find on the subject just makes the wide look like a bunch of extra fabric flappin' in the breeze and is unnecessary. Thoughts? Recommendations?
Thanks, Jason. After I wrote that comment, I watched some more video by Shug, Schill Brothers and Tim Watson and thought it might be better to go regular width with 1.0 inner layer and 1.6 outer. I think you've just confirmed that I am correct in my manner of thinking. I have my hammock sitting in a shopping cart at Dutchware.com right now. All I have to do is pull the trigger.
I know I'm a bit late on this video, but I"m just now learning about hammocks. I'm a backpacker who has always used a tent as my shelter. However, I will be moving into thru hiking and I've decided that I want a hammock for mid-day breaks/naps. Do you have a recommendation on a hammock for this purpose? It's tough b/c everything is listed for day use or shelter, but I feel like my need is kind of in the middle of those two.
Hi, do you recommand double layer hammock to put pad between the layers ? Is it possible to use a single layer with a pad on the top and have goods nights sleep ?
Double layers work well to hold a sleeping pad or reflectix. Single layer is what I prefer because I use an underquilt. You can use a pad with a single layer but you will find it moves a tad more if you toss and turn like I do.
Wow! You explained that stuff like you were born in a hammock...😁... No really, thank you for that great, clearly explained video, I also learned a lot.
Can you tell me your reasons for using an underquilt over a pad? I have an underquilt and it’s very bulky. I would think a pad would be less weight and bulk?
I think an underquilt is a lot more comfortable than trying to sleep on a pad. If you go the pad route I'd suggest a closed cell foam one so it does shift on you at night.
Well darn , after weeks and weeks of watching hammock vids on here . I pulled the trigger on a eno camonest xl , a bug rest and the xl atlas strap system. Am I now going to made fun of in the hicking/hammock camping community? Where I’ll be. Banned from every state for owning this gear? And not let in for my stupidity? I thought maybe it was a good way to start for under a $120 for all 3pieces combined. I’m just waiting on the rain fly to go on sale and snag it an be under the $200 mark for all my gear. Please don’t tell me I’m a complete idiot. Thanks Frozen for these vids And series. I’m going to watch them all.
Hey Jason, questtion here. Just getting into hanging, I've noticed that whenever you demonstrate, you are laying on your back. Can you side sleep in a hammock? Never could sleep on my back pretty much my entire life. Looking into hanging to see if it's as comfortable as everyone says, it's starting to get more and more uncomfortable for me to go to the ground. Love to tent camp but it's just getting more and more expensive to find things that work. At 66, i've started to get quite a collection of gear that works, find something that works and then they either discontinue or come out with the next gen. AHHHH. Frustrating. And expensive! Any help would be appreciated. Fellow NW PA hiker.
Thought this video might help to show this answer visually: ruclips.net/video/g3TXTwqBLIY/видео.html Yes you can sleep on your side comfortably but it depends on how tall you and then dimensions of your hammock. Finally if you are using an underquilt it's a lot easier to do than using a sleeping pad.
Question about testing the ridge line tension. The test is to bend the ridge line with your fingers.. Is that done while lying in the hammock or standing beside it? I would think lying in the hammock would put more strain on the ridge line making it harder to bend. Thanks for the info. Bruce from the City of Orange in Orange County Calif.
Thanks for this series. A question about the underquilt. I am a 61 y/o F with some difficulty getting off the ground (plus I don't want to pee all over myself in the morning trying to push up!!! tmi) and so I am seriously thinking about switching to a hammock. You generally use a 3/4 UQ. Do you have any thoughts on a full UQ? I would rather control my temp underneath and use a 3/4 quilt to dissipate any excess warmth. Anne P.S Come hike on the Pinhoti Trail sometime. You will climb Alabama's highest mountain.
This video will help you understand the installation of a ridgeline but it's not a direct video about ridgelines. ruclips.net/video/iT7DUSybNp8/видео.html
I get the issues with buying a hammock that is too small, but is there a downside to buying one that is too big? Obviously extra weight, but is there any comfort issues while sleeping in one that is bigger than you need?
If you buy a hammock that is too wide you will get a flappy material at your feet. You shouldn't have an issue going with a longer length. You can get shorter width in a longer hammock because of the diagonal lay. I also think weight of the hammock should be a consideration as well.
Hey Frozen, love the video! I recently purchased the Warbonnet blackbird and I was wondering if you have any recommendations for which sleeping pad to use with this hammock specifically or hammock camping in general? Thanks! Keep up the great content -Kosker
An underquilt is going to be the best and most comfortable. I am currently on a quest for the best sleeping pad too. I'm leaning toward the nemo tensor.
Outdoor Adventures Thanks Frozen! After doing more research it seems the main reason hammock campers use a sleeping pad is for warmth/insulation and not so much for adding comfort, would you agree or do you feel like sleeping pads add significant comfort to hammock camping?
Yes I'll be taking the Darien on the AT, not really a big winter cover guy because of the condensation issues it makes below the 30F mark. I'd rather hang the tarp lower and use a frost bib for colder weather. Keep in mind my tarp has doors as well to trap some heat.
Thank you! I have just been debating this in my mind whether I want the chameleon with top cover or Darien for my AT thru. I have the same tarp as you. Thanks again!
@@FrozensAdventures yeah on the heavy side I agree. I've had mine for coming up to 8 years now i use it with a thermarest uberlight pad and large zpacks dcf tarp. all together they weigh 1.3kg including guy ropes and what not...
As soon as you demonstrated laying diagonal, I was stunned. Up to then, I could not figure out how anyone could enjoy sleeping like a banana. I paused the video to post this. Now I am hooked.
Haha glad to help
I'm 6'-3" and my first hammock was a 9'-6" symmetrical parachute material hammock. Needless to say, I didn't sleep at all my first two outings. Miserable. The amount of money and troubles that I could've been spared by knowing what my actual needs were ahead of any purchases would've been worth pure gold. I hope this series helps lots of newbies, even if a little too late for me. LOL
Been there done that. Bought an Eno because it’s what I saw available. Ok for hanging out in the front yard but not enough for backpacking
So grateful for your timing on this series as I am currently moving into hammock camping for AT hiking due to severe back pain issues. You are extremely thorough and well organized in your presentation. Looking forward to the next installment. Arnie
the parallelcuts between the different hammocks to compare while you finish the sentence is a VERY cool approach! as a viewer you stay at the topic and follow the points to discuss easily. NICE! :-)
Jason, Great information and highly professional. I've been hammock camping for about 5 years now and think I'm pretty dialed in on my hammock system, and I find your series is very much worth watch.
Outstanding information. I've been researching hammocks for over a month. Your information has answered some questions I had. As a first time hammock-er I found so much to learn, which is part of the fun. Thanks for the video and I am looking forward to viewing the others.
There is a lot of good information here. I have spent many nights sleeping in a hammock while hiking. I tell people who think they want to get into hammock camping that there is a learning curve. It takes a little while to figure it out. I by far prefer backpacking with a hammock.
Thanks Frozen for the detailed video. Much appreciated. I just recently purchased a hammock from warbonnet outdoors. These compilation videos are great for a beginner like me. I knew it was perfect when I spent the night in the hammock then the next morning laid in my own bed and felt the same.
So well presented, Jason. Perfect timing as I begin learning more about hammocks for a purchase. They have always been a mystery to me. Thanks so much.
Great video. I first camped in a hammock in about 1982, in either my father's or uncle's WW2 era Army surplus jungle hammock. Very comfortable and bug-free in Maine in August, but probably weighed fifteen pounds with its rope suspension and (little) rubberized canvas roof, and I wasn't over twelve years old.
In the early nineties I purchased a Rothco imitation that had a coated nylon fly (also integral and undersized) with a very narrow canvas hammock. Okay if you are twenty-two or so, and it's not raining, and you left the sleeping bag at home. In the seventies (°F) overnight who would care? The answer is: you, unless you unless you want to sleep. I did learn how to lay on the diagonal, but the Rothco hammock was not much lighter than the original US Army one, and it still wasn't raining.
In 2020 I got a cheap import camping hammock with a built-in mosquito net, a tarp, and a couple of daisy chain suspension units which I use with a couple of (non-climbing- level) but strong carabiners. I sleep better in this one than I do in my own bed, even if I miss my wife and kid sleeping a few yards away in a tent.
After having numerous, if irregular, years of experience camping in jungle hammocks, I just learned s couple of things from this video and will watch more to learn more. (e.g.- I want to get lighter straps with buckles instead of the much heavier daisy chain) and the hammock (not tarp) ridgeline. I will try that or get another hammock with one made for it.
I had the basics, but one can always learn more actually useful information, even from people much younger than oneself.
Thanks for putting these series together!....I'm ordering myself a Darien out of the gates...1.2 Robic..your videos is where I get alot of info plus shug about the hammock life
If you wait 2 weeks I'm going to get my subs 10% off on dream hammocks when I give the review on mine.
Great job Jason... Can tell you really thought this thing out. Must have taken awhile to make. Thanks for taking that time for us beginners. 👍
Thank you for the posting of this series. I have been hammock camping for over a decade now but I am always looking to learn more. This is a well put together video that a person new to hammocking can get great information on how to start and someone with more experience can help dial in their enjoyment of the hammock a bit more. I have another theory on the ENO. ENO, and to a lesser extent Hennessey, are the "gateway drugs" to hammocking. These brands tend to be the first foray into the hammock world for most folks largely because they are in the Big Box stores like REI, are cheaper than most cottage industry hammocks, and if the store is like REI, the buyer can return the product if not to their liking. Most hammockers who have moved away from these brands are in a brand of hammock that is from a cottage industry. Many in the hammocking crowd start with their entry hammock, decide they like hammocking but realize there must be something better and move on to the cottage industry models. I love the term "calf ridge", I have experienced it but never really knew what to call it.
I'm not new to hammocks, but I think it's good to check out opinions of others to learn more or get you to thinking about other things you may not have otherwise. This is excellent for newbies and experienced hangers alike. I really just started catching some of your videos, and look forward to seeing more.
Right on
Man, I'm glad I found your channel I love Hammocks but didn't know where to start Thank you!
Handy tip....if yer usein cinch buckel straps,dont tighten them all the way tight unless u have an adjustable ridgeline, i had ta cut my ridgeline when i tried.but now i have an adjustable so.... lol
Warbonnet Ridgerunner. Best of the best IMO.
Thinking of making the switch to hammock camping, I knew you'd have a video with all the info I needed :)
Another potential beginner idea: How you maintenance your hammocks. Like after a trip, how do you clean them and keep them in good shape and so forth. Great series so far, very informative.
Love this. I can definitely do a video at the end.
I have a ENO skylite bride hammock so comfy to sleep in I use the atlas Helios suspension setup with a DD super lightweight tarp and it’s amazing to sleep in
This is an excellent start to your hammock series! Maybe the last video in your series could be about the errors one can make, ie sitting in the underquilt only (ouch!), suspension mistakes, things one can do in unexpected weather, etc.
Great idea!
I bought a ridgeline from Whoopie Slings that pretty much solves most of my issues with my ENO Doublenest hammock. I think it cost me less than $10 shipping included. Easy fix. My only issue I have with the Doublenest now is a proper bug net, but for fall camping I don't even bother with a net anyway.
This deserves way more views...
Great info. I cannot stress hammock length enough. My first hammock was right at 9' in length. After using it for 2 years I upgraded and got a 11'. I'm only 5'10" but the extra 2 feet was a huge difference in comfort.
I can imagine dude. Even when I switched from 9.5' to 10' it was a game changer.
Good honest tips & reviews - nice one 👍
Very thorough and useful. Thank you for your work!
Great start to the series and very detailed. A lot of useful information. Thanks for covering asymmetrical vs. symmetrical
I really enjoyed this video. I learned quite a lot. I thank you for making it, and I am looking forward to the next episode in this series.
Excellent video. Like yourself I didn't do the research like should have. Just ordered the ultimate Hang 2 2 days ago. Now saving up either a blackird or a chameleon.
Both are great options!
Absolutely love my hammock. I have a NHO and would put it in my bedroom if my wife allowed it. I get the best sleep in there.
Great vid! Super informative to those new to hammock sleeping. Anyone looking for a two person option should check out a HOGS Gemini. It's an ingenious take on a two person hammock. And no...I don't work for HOGS...lol...I just have one of their hammocks and love it.
Great video! Lots of good stuff in here...I learned the hard way, moving away from ENO after spending a decent chunk of change on ENO gear. Definitely a great watch was people just starting out!
Great video Frozen, answered a lot of questions I had. Can’t wait until the next episode
Awesome video and great recommendation on the Ultimate Hang book!!!
If you have lived in Florida you would not worry about losing the heat even at night because it’s like 85 degrees outside until after midnight but it’s never get to cold
you are the best informations giver about hammocks thank you
Glad you like them!
Great info. I have been debating trying a hammock. I just have to rid my unease of critters walking under me while I sleep.
Great video. Very informative and I am eagerly looking forward to the rest of the series. Wish your videos were available before I purchased my hammock system. I did not have good knowledge and now I wonder if I made correct choices. Live and learn.
Trust me I wish there was more information when I started .. I wasted a lot of money at the start.
Outdoor Adventures already your video is by far the best hammock video on RUclips and I'm sure the whole series will be invaluable to people interested in trying out hammock hiking. You should have a lot more subscribers, you deserve it, I can tell you put a lot of work into your channel.
Thanks Peter I really appreciate that.
Just Subscribed! I’m really enjoying your channel and thanks for making things simple 😅
Thanks for subbing!
Great video. Looking forward to the next one.
I've been thinking about buying an inexpensive hammock off Amazon to try. I'm concerned about whether the cheap Amazon hammocks will be long enough for be to be comfortable in.I'm about 6' and most of the cheapo hammocks I've seen are less than 10' long.
I wish you had did a tldw with the straight basics.
Just purchased the Backpacker UL Asym Zip from Hennessey Hammocks and tried setting it up in my backyard earlier today. Definitely a huge learning curb involved! Finding trees that are the best length apart seems to be my biggest problem right now and I'm wondering how much of an issue that is when you're on trail?
Great video with tons of useful info thanks so much
See, at 10:35 you say we need to pick either asymmetrical or symmetrical based on personal preference, but besides saying you personally sleep better in asymmetrical and showing the shape differences between the two, how do we decide which we would prefer without going out and buying both/finding someone with both to test?
I know asymmetrical is shaped specifically for a diagonal lay, but you also show how you can lay diagonally in a symmetrical hammock, so why choose asymmetrical if we can also lay flat in a symmetrical hammock? It seems like symmetrical wins because you can lay any which way--you aren't limited by the footbox and shoulder areas where you're supposed to lay in an asymmetrical.
Is the difference that you can just lay a little more flat in an asymmetrical hammock? Is it a lot more flat?
You get what I mean?
Good point. If say an asymetrical hammock provides a flatter lay but forces you to lat a certain way but a symmetrical hammock let's you have options on directional lay but a little less flat. I've slept in both of varying sizes.
@@FrozensAdventures So, hard to know before trying I guess.
Excellent question! What did you end up going with and how did you finally decide?
Thanks for the great education.
Is the hammock body cut different between an asymmetrical hammock and a symmetrical hammock or does the bug net determine the difference?
What is your opinion on dutchware versus DreamWorks? One thing drawing me to dutchware is all the options that you can add on. Would like to see a head-to-head video. Kind of looking at Dutch the new bridge hammock
So I have watched the whole series and you didn’t cover it. How do you make a ridge line for a hammock that does not have one built in? So the hang is correct.
I don't personally have a video on making one, but if you look that up on youtube, find Shug's videos, I believe he has some in depth videos on the topic.
I never thought about the length of the hammock! Thanks! These are custom made?
Have you ever used a rectangle sleeping bag with a double zipper system and put the hammock through the sleeping bag? I’m thinking about that set up for winter camping. Any thoughts would be wonderful!
Yea there are many custom made hammock vendors. A few companies started marketing. sleeping bags with underquilt capabilities built in but, in my experience they don't work very well. You could always go cheap with one of those windshield reflectors meant to keep the sun heat out. Or a material called reflectix which is sold by the roll at home depot/lowes
@@FrozensAdventures I was just looking for a lightweight option for backpacking. I want to be able to carry less stuff and still be warm. Why did not work out so well for you with a sleeping bag over the hammock?
Because there's no good way for tightening a suspension for it. It just sorta hangs there and gets compressed or is too loose. Give it a try though.
@@FrozensAdventures Oh yeah. I was going to sew loops on the end of the hammock and put a bungee cord attached to the line to close off that space some. 🤷🏻♀️😂
Good points Jason. You covered it well brother.
I’ve never bothered with an asym before because o had no issues sleeping either way but seeing the little extra flatness you achieved has made me itch, lol
Now the wifey is giving me that look...
“You’re not seriously thinking about getting ANOTHER hammock. Haha.
I got a guy up here in Canada that I may have to ply for a custom.
Any hikes coming up? I prefer your solos. Though the one with Restless and Tim was good. Short. But good 🙂🤓
Be well my friend
Craig
Is there a hammock on the market that you could use every single day or are they just meant for recreational only?
AWESOME!
THANK YOU!
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Thank you so much! This is a big help!
Braddah you look like a fit 150lbs. Solid athlete. Your a big guy. 🏋🏻♂️🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🔥⛺️🌲🌲Definitely helpful I’ve got spinal injuries.
I'm fat right now. Bulking muscle for the AT. I've never been this bit before so thank you. This month I am doing more cardio then next 2 months are athletic training. You nailed the with 150lbs on the dot, 135 last year
Great job!
Most hammock manufacturers seem to offer options for two widths. I am specifically looking at Dutchware. I e-mailed Dutch and the recommendation from him was 6 feet or more / 220 or more, go for the wide. I am 5'10" and 230 lbs. So I am at opposite ends of the spectrum, so to speak. I wanna go double layer so I can use my Big Agnes inflatable pad. Every video I find on the subject just makes the wide look like a bunch of extra fabric flappin' in the breeze and is unnecessary. Thoughts? Recommendations?
You don't need a wide. Get a heavier fabric and an 11 footer.
Thanks, Jason. After I wrote that comment, I watched some more video by Shug, Schill Brothers and Tim Watson and thought it might be better to go regular width with 1.0 inner layer and 1.6 outer. I think you've just confirmed that I am correct in my manner of thinking. I have my hammock sitting in a shopping cart at Dutchware.com right now. All I have to do is pull the trigger.
I know I'm a bit late on this video, but I"m just now learning about hammocks. I'm a backpacker who has always used a tent as my shelter. However, I will be moving into thru hiking and I've decided that I want a hammock for mid-day breaks/naps. Do you have a recommendation on a hammock for this purpose? It's tough b/c everything is listed for day use or shelter, but I feel like my need is kind of in the middle of those two.
I'm a fan of dream hammock!
Wouldn’t using a sleeping pad in a hammock eliminate ridge calf?
Maybe if you use a thick enough pad.
You did good with this video! 👍
Hi, do you recommand double layer hammock to put pad between the layers ? Is it possible to use a single layer with a pad on the top and have goods nights sleep ?
Double layers work well to hold a sleeping pad or reflectix. Single layer is what I prefer because I use an underquilt. You can use a pad with a single layer but you will find it moves a tad more if you toss and turn like I do.
how do you determine the head end from the foot end of a hammock?
Usually the zipper marks the head end. Depending on the hammock some have a dedicated foot box area.
how many ounces on a yard?
sooo that translates to
x*28.3gramms on a 0.9144meter sheet.
i have no idea what that is.
nice video though.
Wow! You explained that stuff like you were born in a hammock...😁... No really, thank you for that great, clearly explained video, I also learned a lot.
Can you tell me your reasons for using an underquilt over a pad?
I have an underquilt and it’s very bulky. I would think a pad would be less weight and bulk?
I think an underquilt is a lot more comfortable than trying to sleep on a pad. If you go the pad route I'd suggest a closed cell foam one so it does shift on you at night.
@@FrozensAdventures and a double layer Hammock?
That's only if you need the extra strength for heavier people or want to insert a pad between the layers to help shifting.
@@FrozensAdventures Yeah, I was thinking that would be a good option to put a pad there so I wouldn’t have the issue of it shifting.
Comfortable lays are the best lays
Well darn , after weeks and weeks of watching hammock vids on here . I pulled the trigger on a eno camonest xl , a bug rest and the xl atlas strap system. Am I now going to made fun of in the hicking/hammock camping community? Where I’ll be. Banned from every state for owning this gear? And not let in for my stupidity? I thought maybe it was a good way to start for under a $120 for all 3pieces combined. I’m just waiting on the rain fly to go on sale and snag it an be under the $200 mark for all my gear. Please don’t tell me I’m a complete idiot. Thanks Frozen for these vids And series. I’m going to watch them all.
If it's comfortable for you then use it. If not try a longer hammock and return it. You can usually sell ENO products for near retail on eBay.
Hey Jason, questtion here. Just getting into hanging, I've noticed that whenever you demonstrate, you are laying on your back. Can you side sleep in a hammock? Never could sleep on my back pretty much my entire life. Looking into hanging to see if it's as comfortable as everyone says, it's starting to get more and more uncomfortable for me to go to the ground. Love to tent camp but it's just getting more and more expensive to find things that work. At 66, i've started to get quite a collection of gear that works, find something that works and then they either discontinue or come out with the next gen. AHHHH. Frustrating. And expensive! Any help would be appreciated. Fellow NW PA hiker.
Thought this video might help to show this answer visually: ruclips.net/video/g3TXTwqBLIY/видео.html
Yes you can sleep on your side comfortably but it depends on how tall you and then dimensions of your hammock. Finally if you are using an underquilt it's a lot easier to do than using a sleeping pad.
Question about testing the ridge line tension. The test is to bend the ridge line with your fingers.. Is that done while lying in the hammock or standing beside it? I would think lying in the hammock would put more strain on the ridge line making it harder to bend. Thanks for the info. Bruce from the City of Orange in Orange County Calif.
It's laying. Wait for a weeks I'll get into that when I do my hammock setup video. Great question though.
Outdoor Adventures Thanks I will look forward to it.
Where do you put your gear and shoes
Right underneath the hammock works for me
Umm canvas vs whatever those fabrics were?
Canvas? You mean 7oz per square yard? If you 3ant a hammock made out of that go for it
Thanks for this series. A question about the underquilt. I am a 61 y/o F with some difficulty getting off the ground (plus I don't want to pee all over myself in the morning trying to push up!!! tmi) and so I am seriously thinking about switching to a hammock. You generally use a 3/4 UQ. Do you have any thoughts on a full UQ? I would rather control my temp underneath and use a 3/4 quilt to dissipate any excess warmth. Anne P.S Come hike on the Pinhoti Trail sometime. You will climb Alabama's highest mountain.
Haha, you answered my question in the sleep section of hammock camping!!
How do u install a ridgeline on a hammock?
This video will help you understand the installation of a ridgeline but it's not a direct video about ridgelines.
ruclips.net/video/iT7DUSybNp8/видео.html
@@FrozensAdventures thanks!!
Great video. Should be very informative for ppl starting out.
Hi Jason, I am looking to upgrade my silnylon tarp to a dyneema one. I noticed yours has doors. Are doors only necessary in the winter?
I'll get into this in the tarp video but I think doors are great for sketchy situations. Ive had many nights where the doors have helped a lot!
Actually, I'll make a video talking about getting doors on the tarp opinions. Great question!
Great videos - What hammock with the bug net is that?
That's a dream hammock Darien.
@@FrozensAdventures Thank you - Great channel - I am looking at upgrading my hammock - I def need a bug net -
I get the issues with buying a hammock that is too small, but is there a downside to buying one that is too big? Obviously extra weight, but is there any comfort issues while sleeping in one that is bigger than you need?
If you buy a hammock that is too wide you will get a flappy material at your feet. You shouldn't have an issue going with a longer length. You can get shorter width in a longer hammock because of the diagonal lay. I also think weight of the hammock should be a consideration as well.
Hey Frozen, love the video! I recently purchased the Warbonnet blackbird and I was wondering if you have any recommendations for which sleeping pad to use with this hammock specifically or hammock camping in general? Thanks! Keep up the great content
-Kosker
An underquilt is going to be the best and most comfortable. I am currently on a quest for the best sleeping pad too. I'm leaning toward the nemo tensor.
Outdoor Adventures Thanks Frozen! After doing more research it seems the main reason hammock campers use a sleeping pad is for warmth/insulation and not so much for adding comfort, would you agree or do you feel like sleeping pads add significant comfort to hammock camping?
Do you know if Dutchwear has a show room that a person could try them before buying a hammock
If you live near Lancaster PA I'm sure you.could email him for a tour.
Thank you for the great info!! Are you taking your dream hammock Darien on the AT? If so any any winter cover also?
Yes I'll be taking the Darien on the AT, not really a big winter cover guy because of the condensation issues it makes below the 30F mark. I'd rather hang the tarp lower and use a frost bib for colder weather. Keep in mind my tarp has doors as well to trap some heat.
Thank you! I have just been debating this in my mind whether I want the chameleon with top cover or Darien for my AT thru. I have the same tarp as you. Thanks again!
What tarp do you use?
Will talk about that in another video, will talk about that in a minute. My head is spinning now.
my brain's gonna explode with all this information but thank you!
Interesting video it was very clear but if I would get serious it would take a couple of more views.
So a 108" is going to be way too small for me at 6'2" tall? Shit.
Choose the hammock bliss skybed. Simple.
A bit heavy for me but looks pretty cool!
@@FrozensAdventures yeah on the heavy side I agree. I've had mine for coming up to 8 years now i use it with a thermarest uberlight pad and large zpacks dcf tarp. all together they weigh 1.3kg including guy ropes and what not...
Nice! Warbonnet has something similar with their bridge hammock
You sir deserve a brohug tnx!
Great job sir. Now go get yourself an apple...........and some FRED. You've earned it.
#TeamHeadRight lol great video my dude
You sold a double layer? Not your blackbird, I hope.
Yup it was my double blackbird. I still have my single layer blackbird.
How's Frank? Haven't seen him on the videos lately?
Haha Frank? You mean Gary? He's good. He will be back in videos soon.
@@FrozensAdventures That's what I get for trying to be funny!!!
Are you trying to get me to switch to hammock camping with these videos? Or maybe I just need an excuse to get more gear...
they is very light asymetrical hammock ?
How much is a good budget for a hammock
About 150 for the hammock or so add 120 tarp and you are set. Links in description.
Bugs I will pay millions to rid them.🌲🐿🌲🐿
"Not like a banana." Sorry, but you're definitely like a banana. Very fruity.