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03-03-2008, 09:40 AM
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My first DIY hammock
I've been wanted a netless hammock since I already have the Hennessy A-sym Backpacker with attached netting for bug season. So I decided to make one.
I could have made a lighter hammock, but I wanted to try my hand at what I call a “comfort” hammock. Extras that make it heavier: It’s wider and has tie-outs to lay flatter on a diagonal. It’s double-layered to hold a pad in-between. It has more webbing for the cinch buckle support, which is quick and easy to adjust. And has 2 c NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here 
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03-03-2008, 09:46 AM
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she's a beauty. thanks for the materials list, that will help us DIY's in the future. Unless you wan NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#3
03-03-2008, 11:16 AM
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Thanks Mike. Hey, if I can do it you can do it!
Do you mean right amount of sag from NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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03-03-2008, 11:27 AM
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well I got to thinking an Im guessing it would be difficult to tell how polyester affects your body NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#5
03-03-2008, 12:07 PM
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Wonderful, tracyn! Thanks for sharing...
Those considering fabric choices, also consid NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#6
03-03-2008, 12:51 PM
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It looks great! I've been toying with the idea of trying hammocking since there are almost always su NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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03-04-2008, 07:47 AM
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Thanks. Yes, the structural ridgline keeps that sag at a constant. It does not allow you to pull th NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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