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Old 05-03-2007, 07:51 PM
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Explaining Hammocks

I am sure to draw flack for this post. While trying to explain hammocks to friends, I found myself describing them as cots without frames. How would you explain them?

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Old 05-03-2007, 08:16 PM
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I would give them a few websites or print out some pictures of camping hammocks. Worth a thousand w NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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gotta agree, picture's worth 1000...

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