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    Pac It Lite Hammocks

    I'd add one more style of hammock to consider if I were you. I've been hammocking for several years now and I find a bridge style hammock the most comfortable for me. Mine is a Warbonnet ridge runner and I can't begin to explain how comfortable it is for me. I'm 6' tall and have had several...
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    Not a Hammock Guy

    It's attached to the outside bottom of a hammock. That way the insulation is not compressed. Pads will work inside the hammock and obviously don't compress. I've used both and like to combine them sometimes. Usually they attach with some type of elastic straps that can be loosened for warmer...
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    Not a Hammock Guy

    Definitely don't give up too quickly--it took me at least a dozen tries to dial in my gear. I've been hammocking for several years now and will never go back to ground sleeping unless necessary. The versatility and comfort are impossible to match with a ground only rig. I've found a bridge style...
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    Cold weather backpacking

    Another vote for hammock gear. It takes some time to figure out but it's way more comfortable for me. I too would love to see a winter tarp\tipi that would work for my hammock rig with a stove jack. hopefully one of the top end backcountry hunting gear suppliers will take up the cause. I have...
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    Bikini vs New Duplex Frame

    I wish I could offer some technical help, I can't. However I had a normal back stay bikini frame for a couple years and under normal loads it was fine with 50+ pounds (a big load for a out of shape guy like me) it got uncomfortable. I called Kifaru and they (Aron and Frank) went way beyond what...
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    How many hammockers do we have here?

    Another hammock fan here. I also have a warbonnet rig, ridge runner hammock, lynx underquilt, superfly tarp. I absolutely love this set up and can't recommend it enough. I've done a few backcountry hunts in the east and many recreational trips. The only issue I could imagine would be lack of...
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    Kudos Kifaru

    Many threads have been started this way but I felt compelled to post anyhow. I recently had a fitment issue with my pack (over two years old) and ended up retuning my pack for some work. Twice I sent components across the country and they were repaired or replaced without hesitation. I'm not a...
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    Anyone from Virginia or West Virginia?

    Been busy with life for a few months new job etc... Anyhow I've hunted a backcountry area in WV the last two falls, they turned into camping trips (we were after bear) but we had a great time. The area has gravel road access so, we biked in and used treestands. Otherwise I think it replecated a...
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    Aron's corner

    It's already been mentioned but I would like to know your preparations for a "blind" elk hunt. It is impossible for most of us in the east to scout. Specifically how many days in advance do you arrive. Do you charge right in to the best looking area or approach with caution and glass. I realize...
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    Do you eat an entire mountain house?

    I get that, I must be old
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    Anyone from Virginia or West Virginia?

    I'm in the Kanawa valley (Poca area). Joined to plan a hunt that unfortunately got cancelled--going next year though. Great place good folks, lots of info.
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    I'm here in West Virginia

    I'm a West Virginian as well, born and bred. This place will cost ya a lot of money and have you dreaming of serious mountains. Planning an archery trip to Cololrado as well--may not work out this year but I'm trying. Best site I've found for DIY info. Good luck this fall.
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    Hammock vs Tent

    I'm not a gram counter but I'm about the same weight either way. My set up is an old down sleeping bag and a dedicated underquilt (professionally made for my model), tarp, a cut up pad, and (of course) my hammock and associated cordage\straps. I've never really considered the weight debate since...
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    Hammock vs Tent

    http://www.hammockforums.net A little on the granola side but the info is spot on. More reading and links on hammock camping than you'll ever need. I have gained lots of knowledge from this site.
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    Hammock vs Tent

    Count me as a vote for the hammock. I prefer a bridge style which kinda negates the weight savings. However, the comfort factor isn't even close for me. The only negative has been keeping warm (I'm thin and sleep cold). I've countered that with a nice underquilt. My hammock rig has really...
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    LOWA's and a Narrow foot

    I have narrow (b\c) feet as well. I started a thread recently about narrow\low volume feet and ended up with a pair of Lowa's from Serria Trading post, older Cevedales I believe. So far so good but before I reccomend them I want more miles in the hills (about 25 or 30 so far). They were ugly as...
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    Hammock

    I'll throw one more thing at ya then shut up. Make sure your tarp selection has enough ridge length. The suspension triangle adds a lot of need for coverage. I ended up buying a superfly from Warbonnet and it is barely enough. I went through a couple tarps trying to make them work but no go. The...
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    Hammock

    One last thing I'll add. Some of the hammock systems on the market claim they can be used in ground/bivy mode. Set up the tarp put your pad(s) on the ground and viola. I have read about people using hiking poles for spreader bars in their ridge runner. That way if they must go to ground the...
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    Hammock

    That's kind of difficult to answer without more info. I sleep rather cold so, temperature ratings tend to be a bit on the cool side in my experience. A 20 degree bag keeps my narrow butt warm to about 30. My set up is a 3 season Lynx and a cut up thermarest z pad. I use the z pad for my lower...
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    Hammock

    I have a hammock or three and love em. I've got a couple dozen nights afield with mine so, take that into account. The above posts are spot on I'll only give ya what I have experienced. I have a bridge style hammock and find it much easier to get comfortable in. It's made by Warbonnet (check...

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