You have put a lot of really good thought into your system. Here are some additional things that I like to do. Skip the stuff sack for the under quilt and if you use a top quilt that one also. Line your pack with a trash compactor bag and put the quilts in the bottom of your pack. Now pack the rest of your dry stuff on top of them and when all the dry items are packed twist the top of the compactor bag closed and add your wet stuff if you have any. I like to put my wet stuff in the mesh center pocket of my backpack so they can dry during the day. Baring any really bad rains normally the only wet items I have are the tarp and hammocks , tree straps. The tarp is 1st up and last down. I pack the tarp in snake skins and have it set with a continuous ridge-line. With the snake skins I can leave the tarp in them and out of the way. If it looks like rain then slide the skins back and stake the tarp out.
Wow! I'm impressed. Since I am all thumbs I must call my friends Storm Crow and Brandon. Oh yeah, cool back yard, you lucky dog! I laughed to tears at the end. Thanks
Very good video. A good presentation. I have not tried any of my backpacking gear but I am always customizing what I buy in the store. Outstanding emerge from a heavy load doing much later one. The mandolin music was awesome I am a musician myself and enjoyed it. I could not see the juggling because I’m blind but I can imagine that was very entertaining. Thank you so much for sharing this video. God bless you.
Enjoyed watching your video about the new gear you constructed. I recently discovered hammock hanging as an alternative to ground camping. I purchased custom Multicam Camo Gear from James Jackson and The Little Shop of Hammocks. I am very pleased with my gear setup as well. My search began when I realized I hurt to much to ground camp, and also wanted a way to winter camp. I wish I could convert more of my friends to hammock camping!
Love this vid, all of it. Wish I could sew. Hammock camping has much to like, and I have done so many times, but I just can't master sleeping on my back all night with little movement. I'm 67 and still hiking the Sierras. Thanks so much.
Just found your channel, Greg. Really good stuff here. I'm inspired to break out the sewing machine. Been using a Hennesey for quite a few years, but am teetering on the edge of getting a Warbonnet or making my own. I think I know which way I am going to go! Thanks!
Liked the Video great ideas , the end was good too ,I bought some clubs to Juggle with 60 U K pounds then found I could practise with short bits of tree branch . now I leave clubs at home , take small saw juggle then fire wood !
Awesome video, I just started gathering gear for hammock camping and like to do a lot of things myself also, we moved to Puerto Rico to take care of my mother in law so I had to leave most of my ground camping gear behind, I just ordered hammocks and tarps from Amazon ...But wish I would have seen this Video first lol!
This quite an informative presentation and I admire your DIY ethos. I'm a little curious about how effective your insect protection is; mosquitoes are one issue but where I roam the problem is often compounded by biting midges, one of the torments the Lord, in His mercy, didn't visit on Job. I enjoyed the 'honesty of children' cameo as well as the Shugified coda.
+M00nsplitter The mosquito netting works great for the hammock in the video, but I now use a longer hammock which is too big for that net. The entry way of the netting in the video is a bit cumbersome and I'm looking for a better solution. I think I'll put a zippered net on the one in the video and come up with some other solution for my big 12 foot hammock.
wow your setup is amazing. thx for the info. do you think I could use a normal lightweight sleeping bag hung on the outside as a budget replacement for the quilt? awesome mandolin playing btw!
+J. Charles It would be difficult to get the sleeping bag to pull up tightly to the bottom of the hammock. Any air gaps will let cold air in and that would cause cold spots. I'd suggest starting by using a sleeping pad inside the hammock for bottom insulation, and an unzipped sleeping bag as your top quilt.
Thanks Greg for the informative video. I was wondering, since you pull the mosquito netting over the entire hammock why put a whole in it? Is it possible to pull the net over the hammock once you are inside?
for this AWESOME video. My Bear Grylls Hammock has ripped in many places and I have leanrned my lesson with hammocks and other backpacking gear: to make your own.
Really nice vid, thanks for sharing. I'll admit, when I first saw it was 20 min, I thought it was gonna be one of those where the person goes on and on about one thing that just doesn't matter... BUT, you touched on your whole setup with all the good details, and without ANY wasted time.This video was inspiring for someone who wants to get into more DIY. Let me ask you, is the sewing curve a hard thing to tackle, or did you have sewing skills before all this? Also, Whooo Buddy, you've got some skills of your own it seems.
The only curves I had to sew was the foot of the top quilt. Occasionally you have to make a "dart" of fabric to make the pieces match up. But it's not too difficult. My sewing skills are very basic but my wife is an excellent seamstress who's made several wedding dresses. So I always had somebody there to answer my questions and help me out of some problems.
I watched it. Another great video. If you are so inclined in doing another video, I would love to know how far from the cinch is the top of your head, then how far from the cinch is the bottom of you foot/topquilt foot end. Trying to figure out ratios. I would appreciate it. Thanks.
If I remember correctly, the down quilts were about $170 of materials each. The hammock is only about $40. The tarp material was probably about $40 to $50. These are also the prices from 5 years ago.
+christopher schultz Yes, that's one of the issues. I now use a Tarp Tent Squall II which is 2#2oz for a two person tent. But the hammock, although slightly heavier, is still more comfortable.
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Best 20 min I have spent on RUclips in a while thanks for the awesome video.
You have put a lot of really good thought into your system.
Here are some additional things that I like to do. Skip the stuff sack for the under quilt and if you use a top quilt that one also. Line your pack with a trash compactor bag and put the quilts in the bottom of your pack. Now pack the rest of your dry stuff on top of them and when all the dry items are packed twist the top of the compactor bag closed and add your wet stuff if you have any. I like to put my wet stuff in the mesh center pocket of my backpack so they can dry during the day. Baring any really bad rains normally the only wet items I have are the tarp and hammocks , tree straps. The tarp is 1st up and last down. I pack the tarp in snake skins and have it set with a continuous ridge-line. With the snake skins I can leave the tarp in them and out of the way. If it looks like rain then slide the skins back and stake the tarp out.
In hammock videos custom also dictates that you refer to yourself in third person. Love the vid! I am now a subscriber.
Wow! I'm impressed. Since I am all thumbs I must call my friends Storm Crow and Brandon. Oh yeah, cool back yard, you lucky dog! I laughed to tears at the end. Thanks
Very good video. A good presentation. I have not tried any of my backpacking gear but I am always customizing what I buy in the store. Outstanding emerge from a heavy load doing much later one. The mandolin music was awesome I am a musician myself and enjoyed it. I could not see the juggling because I’m blind but I can imagine that was very entertaining. Thank you so much for sharing this video. God bless you.
Terrific video and nicely presented. Lots of good info here. Thanks for taking the time and trouble to make and upload this.
Cheers,
- Martin
Enjoyed watching your video about the new gear you constructed.
I recently discovered hammock hanging as an alternative to ground camping. I purchased custom Multicam Camo Gear from James Jackson and The Little Shop of Hammocks. I am very pleased with my gear setup as well. My search began when I realized I hurt to much to ground camp, and also wanted a way to winter camp. I wish I could convert more of my friends to hammock camping!
Very good video. Fun to watch.Informative throughout.
shug would be proud!
Love this vid, all of it. Wish I could sew. Hammock camping has much to like, and I have done so many times, but I just can't master sleeping on my back all night with little movement. I'm 67 and still hiking the Sierras. Thanks so much.
Very useful information. Keep up the good work and I look forward to your future videos.
Shug would be proud. Great video.
Love the homage to Shug!
Just found your channel, Greg. Really good stuff here. I'm inspired to break out the sewing machine. Been using a Hennesey for quite a few years, but am teetering on the edge of getting a Warbonnet or making my own. I think I know which way I am going to go! Thanks!
That rain skirt uhhh kilt! is awesome! ;-)
Liked the Video great ideas , the end was good too ,I bought some clubs to Juggle with 60 U K pounds then found I could practise with short bits of tree branch . now I leave clubs at home , take small saw juggle then fire wood !
Great DIY gear!! Thanks for sharing!
Enjoyed it a LOT! And learned something too
Awesome video, I just started gathering gear for hammock camping and like to do a lot of things myself also, we moved to Puerto Rico to take care of my mother in law so I had to leave most of my ground camping gear behind, I just ordered hammocks and tarps from Amazon ...But wish I would have seen this Video first lol!
great stuff. love it.
This quite an informative presentation and I admire your DIY ethos. I'm a little curious about how effective your insect protection is; mosquitoes are one issue but where I roam the problem is often compounded by biting midges, one of the torments the Lord, in His mercy, didn't visit on Job. I enjoyed the 'honesty of children' cameo as well as the Shugified coda.
+M00nsplitter The mosquito netting works great for the hammock in the video, but I now use a longer hammock which is too big for that net. The entry way of the netting in the video is a bit cumbersome and I'm looking for a better solution. I think I'll put a zippered net on the one in the video and come up with some other solution for my big 12 foot hammock.
wow your setup is amazing. thx for the info. do you think I could use a normal lightweight sleeping bag hung on the outside as a budget replacement for the quilt? awesome mandolin playing btw!
+J. Charles It would be difficult to get the sleeping bag to pull up tightly to the bottom of the hammock. Any air gaps will let cold air in and that would cause cold spots. I'd suggest starting by using a sleeping pad inside the hammock for bottom insulation, and an unzipped sleeping bag as your top quilt.
Thanks Greg for the informative video. I was wondering, since you pull the mosquito netting over the entire hammock why put a whole in it? Is it possible to pull the net over the hammock once you are inside?
Great job!)
Great video, thanks for sharing. Got yourself a new sub.
for this AWESOME video. My Bear Grylls Hammock has ripped in many places and I have leanrned my lesson with hammocks and other backpacking gear: to make your own.
Really nice vid, thanks for sharing. I'll admit, when I first saw it was 20 min, I thought it was gonna be one of those where the person goes on and on about one thing that just doesn't matter... BUT, you touched on your whole setup with all the good details, and without ANY wasted time.This video was inspiring for someone who wants to get into more DIY. Let me ask you, is the sewing curve a hard thing to tackle, or did you have sewing skills before all this?
Also, Whooo Buddy, you've got some skills of your own it seems.
The only curves I had to sew was the foot of the top quilt. Occasionally you have to make a "dart" of fabric to make the pieces match up. But it's not too difficult.
My sewing skills are very basic but my wife is an excellent seamstress who's made several wedding dresses. So I always had somebody there to answer my questions and help me out of some problems.
I also forgot to ask in my earlier comment, where did you get the materials from? God bless you.
You should do a video on how you pack your bag(including meals) please!
Interesting idea. I need to do a video review of the ULA Circuit backpack. Maybe I can fit that in as well.
Do it! Also let us know how long you'll be out for how much food you take and clothing would be beneficial as well! =)
Greg Brouelette
HAPPY HANGINGS EVERYONE!
good stuff
Awesome video and setup. Yep, I know why. ;-)
Great video Greg. How tall are you?
6'1". I now use a 12 1/2' long hammock which fits even better than the 10 1/2' long hammock. Check out my "Hammock length vs. comfort" video.
I watched it. Another great video. If you are so inclined in doing another video, I would love to know how far from the cinch is the top of your head, then how far from the cinch is the bottom of you foot/topquilt foot end. Trying to figure out ratios. I would appreciate it. Thanks.
Interesting. I could do some quick measurements and let you know.
Great thanks. I am sure you know when something gets stuck in your mind....
I forgot to ask in my earlier comment, how much did you spend and materials per item? God bless you.
If I remember correctly, the down quilts were about $170 of materials each. The hammock is only about $40. The tarp material was probably about $40 to $50. These are also the prices from 5 years ago.
Greg would agree with you.
hi can you help me make this setup
You were carrying way too heavy of a tent. A high quality lightweight 1 or 2 person tent is about 2 pounds or less.
+christopher schultz Yes, that's one of the issues. I now use a Tarp Tent Squall II which is 2#2oz for a two person tent. But the hammock, although slightly heavier, is still more comfortable.
lol you look as tall as your 9 footer. related to bootfoot? c(=