Check out Shug Emery's channel he's funny weird and sometimes a little creepy but he used to be a professional clown so that should explain things! he's done a lot of videos on hammocks and hammock camping, go take a look.
Thanks again Marine - this is the video I have been searching for. You explain clearly and simply the nuts and bolts of structural hammock ridgelines. Thanks and best wishes from Spain
Great video, covered everything and provided a good demonstration of the points being made. The kabar tip was a good indicator that we are on a similar wavelength. So I subbed. Thanks for clearing up the hammock ridge line question.
Glad it was helpful! The only problem with the hammock is that you will never want to get out of it. Thank you for watching D E I really appreciate it.
Great point on the Amsteel - I have been using Dyneema and Zing-it for a few years, works well, but your point is well taken on strength, going to make the switch !
A lot of hammock companies are switching from Asteel to Zind-it. Saving the weight is far less the value that Amsteel provides. Thank you for watching Dan. I always appreciate it.
Why wait for summer. The winter is a great time of the year. The down side is that you have to have the gear. And that can be pricey. Thank you for watching Honza Basus. I really appreciate it.
I will be taking out my Warbonnet Blackbird XLC in two days for a trip with my son and Henry the dog. You got yourself a great four season hammock. Merry Christmas UberDan.
Nice rig and good info. I'm a big fan of Nite Ize CamJams and Nite Ize Figure 9s. I also am a BIG fan of Tough-Grid paracord. I use this for my tree hugger anchors as well as nets, ridge lines and rain fly anchors. Excellent video!
The same here. Many hammock users talk about ridge lines, but I've never seen or heard anyone explain it this way, or the types of rope used to create a structural and strong, lightweight ridge line. Two thumbs up on this video. reat factual info. Keep up the good work digger.
Just received my first set of whoopy slings and ridgeline. Thanks for the video. Will give me something to play with during lockdown (u.k). Cheers and stay safe.
I believe that the whoopie sling is the most reliable suspension. If the trees are a little farther apart. No worries. They are very strong and also light weight. Once you get the hang of them ( no pun intended ) You are going to really like them. They will last for years. Thank you for watching Doug.
Great video! I’ve always used Zing-it for my ridgelines w/ no issues. Maybe I’ll try Amsteel on my next hammock. Agreed about unplugging when in the backcountry. However, sometimes it’s nice to be able to watch a video or movie while chilling in the hammock. Last summer on one trip I was socked in by a pretty heavy storm for the better part of a day. Since I was basecamping and didn’t have anywhere else to be, I just laid in my hammock and watched downloaded movies. It was a pretty great way to spend a rainy day...
I too love to kick back and watch a movie in the hammock. When no one is around. Especially when I am by myself when it is raining. But usually, when there are people with. Everybody will end up under my tarp to shoot the breeze or play cards. Otherwise the best movie is a fire. I will use zing-it for everything except for the hammock ridgeline. It is one of my favorite cordage. Thank you for watching Happy Fun Time Reviews.
You are spot on with everything in this video...I see so many hangers that need to see this...My Onewind came with a built-in whoopie sling and it makes life simple...I did make my own phone holder by simply stretching a wide rubber band from corner to corner diagonal across the back of the phone which leaves you two attachment points on the back of the phone...Then I use pipe cleaners to attach from rubber band to the Ridgeline...Pipe cleaners are stiff enough to bend and adjust your phone at the angle you want.. Absolutely no extra weight or bulk...Just a DIY for you...Thanks for simple videos that are helpful for hammockers....
Excellent video Marine! The ridgeline is a very versatile peice of gear for a hammock. As for the hang time hook I love mine. I use it to hold my phone while its charging. At night I can use it to read an ebook. Hanging in the backyard is for watching Backpacking with a Hammock and movies. Along the trail I use my phone mostly for maps and to take pictures. If I have signal, which I normally dont, I may post pictures. But the best part of being a happy hanger? The awesome morning view! Keep up the great videos! And hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
A lot of the places that I hike that one can not receive a signal. I would never take a cellphone before. But now there are so much they can do. They are becoming a new tool for backpacking. An example: I have this devise about the size of a hockey puck that I put under my camera to give movement to my timelapes. You operate it with the cellphone using Bluetooth. And if there are areas that allow flying a done. I will need it to control the drone. ( trying to be more cinematic ). Who knows the possibilities of what they will bring in to the future. Thank you for always watching The Hiking Dovahkiin. And have a happy Thanksgiving.
Great video 👍...I really enjoy Hammock camping and your videos have been great to learn improvement on my setups ... thanks and keep up the great work 🙂
Hahaha! So informative and so funny at the same time. Thank you man, i was wondering about a structural ridge line and i got well deserved with this video with many other interesting details as well! So thank you again, god bless you too. Cheers
Awesome! Thank you! There are times I will use a tent. These are just tools for our outdoors adventures. But if I have to choose between a tent and a hammock. I will always choose the hammock. Thank you so much for watching. I always appreciate it.
For my structural ridgeline, I have 1.8mm dyneema (clone) in a whoopie sling configuration. That’s always worked for me - I am very heavy and I tighten my suspension intensely, but the ridgeline still doesn’t take *that* much weight. And if it does ever break, I’m still not on the ground, or at least not immediately. (Looks just like zing it, come to look that up.) ((I have a bunch of 1mm Dyneema that I use as spare/longer guylines, for the ones that I wouldn’t use every day but only carry just in case. For the daily use ones I use heavier cord that works better with gloves and basic friction hitches. But for that I don’t use Dyneema. Something as strong as zing it is just unnecessarily strong - at best it’ll manage to rip your tarp or whatever else it’s tied to instead of breaking, but for the most part regular guylines or paracord will also already do that.))
A lot of hammock companies are using thin cordage like Zing-it for there ridgelines. Which has a breaking strength of 400lbs ( 181kg. ). They are focus on trying to lighten the weight at any cost. Where Amsteel which you use has a breaking strength of 1600 lbs. ( 725kg ). A long hang with the suspension at a low angle can boost the pressure on that hammock up to1200lbs ( 544kg. ) That is too much stress on the thin ridge line and will more than likely break and damage the hammock. Thank you Jasper for sharing that. Good stuff!
I haven't brought with a book in a while. When I do. I really enjoy kicking back and reading. Thank you Finleythegolden for sharing that. Much appreciated!
First heard about structural ridgelines after a year into hammock camping. For me, it's now an absolute necessity. Totally agree with you about phones, pretty important to learn to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. Although I have to admit, I solo camp and do love to read my bushcraft and nature books on my phone. Keep those vids comin', luv 'em!!!
There is nothing wrong bring a phone. Especially when you are by yourself. But most of the places that I go to. You can not get reception. I believe the best show. Is watching a good fire. Thank you P Arnold-Mora for watching.
I really enjoy your videos. You're concise and hold my interest without the 'fluff entertainment' which to me is a bore. I've used several of your recommendations without regret.
I think the Hangtime Hook would be good for if it rains and you get stuck under your tarp for a while. Although I'd probably just enjoy the sound of the rain and go to sleep
There is nothing wrong with using the Hang Time Hook. Matter of fact I had it on my last overnight watching. LousyFIBs. But I personally like to look and hear the sounds of Nature. But like they say. "All to their own".
BIN THE HANG TIME HOLDER! Great vid btw. Totally agree with having your nature time, no need for phones. Thats what im trying to get away from. I do carry a spare phone for my music only, no sim card, but i can still make emergency calls.
cool video, well done Ive been thinking of adding a ridgeline to a few of my homebrew gathered hammocks I made so I can add a wind sock Im not so worried about bugs
That's funny that you made that comment. I am doing a video that should be out in a couple of days that address those problems. It is going to be called " Things to know before buying a hammock " Thank you for watching Steve. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Looking forward to it! I know I need to upgrade the hammock setup. I really like the ENO Helios XL straps, so will keep them, but want to get either a Dream Hammock or Hammock Gear setup with integrated ridge line and bug net. Sounds like a utopia! Meanwhile last night I tested a ridgeline on the ENO and that already was a game changer. The bigger problem is it's too short for me at 6'3", and it only being 9'.
I like your videos on hammocks and things like ridgelines, tarps, etc. I just watched this video and I picked up a new thing that I can use and that was the particular way you attached your adjustable ridgeline to the continuous loops in the ends of the hammock, thanks!👍
Hey man. Helpful video! I've tried the ridgeline, and it works great. The only problem I have is to find a good length. I use the "Ticket to the moon" hammock and maybe it's something wrong with it cause it is not very comfortable. Do you have any tips?
There both great. But my USMC KA-BAR which was given to me years ago. Is serrated. I have many different knives over the years.. But if I where to buy another one. I would get it serrated. Thank you for watching Rick.
Your videos are so helpful - thank you! I just camped in my new Superior Gear set-up this week for the first time. I could figure out how to adjust the whoopie sling on the integrated ridgeline, but then, when I got inside the hammock, and hung a stuff sack on it, it "fell" down. (Not all the way, it still held up the bug net a bit, but it didn't seem to be able to hold up the stuff sack without slipping. You hung way more things up there, too.) I am new to using all of this - any ideas as to what I am doing wrong?
Your hang angle was too high. It is really easy to fix. All you have to do is lower the tree straps that are around the tree. Then adjust the suspension. To tighten it, to raise the hammock back up. Because when you lowered the tree straps. It also lowered the hammock. When you have finished doing this. The ridgeline will now be nice and tight. You will be able to hang anything on it, with out sagging. Having a whoopie sling ridgeline. You can adjust the sag to the hammock. A good starting point is that the length of the ridgeline is 83% of the length of the hammock. ( 11 ft. hammock = ridgeline 110 inches 10 ft. hammock = 100 inches ) Danny at superior gear likes to set his a little longer for the design of his hammocks. Once you are proficient at setting up your Superior hammock. And you feel comfortable doing so. Then you can start playing around with the adjustable ridgeline. To change the angle of the sag to your liking. But only after you are confident at setting it up. Please keep me informed. Thank you Dawn for watching. I always appreciate it.
Love it. I have a Hennessy with a hex fly and I haven't even hardly looked at it. I do need the ridge line but I don't know if the hammock came with one or if I have to make it myself. Do you have any thoughts on this?
If you you don't have one. You can order them from ( www.dutchwaregear.com ). Otherwise you can easily make them. I would ask them if they could make it out of amsteel. Thank you for watching Val5085 M. I really appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! You've got a new subscriber ;) So if I use a ridgeline the hammok tightness won't be affected by changes in the angle of the ropes because all tension insists on the ridgeline. Then different angles won't change the hammok confort. Can you gently confirm if that is true? Thank you again!
That is what I believe to be the most important role of the ridgeline. You don't have to worry about hanging on trees that are farther apart, that will have the suspension at a lower angle. The hammock will have the same sag. No matter how far apart the trees are. ( this is why I like to use amsteel for my ridgeline ) Instead of looking for the perfect distant between the trees to give me the perfect hang. Now I am looking for trees to give me the perfect view from my hammock.Thanks for the sub! And thank you for watching Dave. I really appreciate it.
Hey there Marine, I've been enjoying your videos for a while now and getting set to buy a hammock. When you were sitting in the hammock and demonstrating how taut the ridgeline should be I noticed later it was slack when not in the hammock. Just looking to clarify was this prior to you setting it up or due to it needing weight in the hammock to be taut.
You do not want to have slack in the ridgeline. It dose not harm anything ( it can get in the way ) but will tell you that your hammock suspension is at a higher angle. You just lower the suspension. Good eye Paddy McCann. You caught me being lazy. Thank you for watching sir.
This is best video I’ve found on ridgelines, thank you! I’m relatively new to hammock camping, and had a question. For hanging a rain tarp, would I need to have a non structural ridgeline for it to hang on? The tarp overhangs the hammock so I don’t see how I could set up my tarp with a structural ridgeline. I have a bug net as well that I know I can hang on the structural line, I’m just not sure about the rain tarp. I’m using an ENO sub6, Warbonnet superfly & outdoor vitals bugnet
The tarp has a separated ridgeline of it's own. The bug net will go over the hammock's structural ridgeline. The tarp over a cordage that is used to make a ridgeline. You can use any cordage. I personally like to use Zing-it. You can use cordage tied to each tree. The tarp can hang over or under. ( which you prefer ) Or you can use two cordage's. One on each end. I did a video on this and I am doing a updated one in a couple of weeks. Thank you for watching Jared.
Backpacking With a Hammock I was going to use zpacks z-line for a structural ridgeline. It's nylon sheathed dyneena 2mm cord rated at over "200 pounds" for breaking strength. Do you think that will be strong enough? I have some Amstel but it isn't spliced so I'd have to tie a knot that would hold, whereas the zline holds on basic knots because of the nylon sheath.
I tried to find out how to get involded with the Mid Atalntic Hammock Hangers Association/ Tried Hammock forums only to find out the site is too confusing. If people mention MHHA on you tube. Wished they would say how to get involved MAHHA> ? Nice video here on ridgelines. Thank you
I too have a hard time with hammock forums. I have tried to upload my videos but could not do it. I had people that are pretty good with computers try. But no luck. I wish they would update the system that they have used for many years. Make it a little more user friendly. Thank you for watching Jeffrey. I really appreciate it.
Great video the Ridgeline is one of the things I struggled with ...I have been using a hammock the last couple years ...I have an 11 foot Dutch chameleon I set it at 110 inches I didn’t like it so mine is set at 107 that works best for me I didn’t know they had woopie-sling ridgelines or I would’ve got one of those.... where do you purchase that? I didn’t see it on dutches website 😊 thanks
I have an eno guardian bugnet that kind of has a built in ridgeline and gear loops, but I have a small portable fan that I'm concerned would pull too much on it (the fan is 11oz)...do you think I could run an adjustable amsteel ridgeline through the bugnet for my eno doublenest to support and hand stuff on? Thank in advance and love the videos
I would definitely run an amsteel adjustable ridgeline on the hammock. They are easy to put on. And you would be able to hang anything on it. Thank you Switchback09 for watching. I really appreciate it.
Yes, absolutely. As long as the hang angle is not under 10°. I like to use Amsteel because the breaking strength is 1600lbs. Where Paracord is between 550 -750lbs. Thank you elflakeador09 for watching. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for the great explanation! Are ridgelines strong enough that they could support a full backpack and a bag to hold my shoes? My thinking is essentially that I could bring everything with me off-ground, and under a tarp in the case of rain. I don't see any issue in physically hanging these items up on a ridgeline, so my question is more related to whether it's a good idea in terms of weight and/or taking up so much space it's detrimental to the experience. The ridgeline organizers seem like they would still be great for the items I would want quick and easy access to while in the hammock.
That is a good question. I was planning on do a video on how I store my gear and why, ( my system ) when hammock camping. Would you mind if I use your question and name in the next Q&A? If you have a ridgeline that is made of Amsteel. And you are on a sloop ( under your hammock ). And there is a good chance that it is going to get water underneath you when a storm moves in. Then I will hang my pack either on the continuous loops or the ridgeline. Otherwise I will always have the pack underneath me with gear that I will need readily available within arms reach from the hammock. The clothes that I take off. I will lay them on top of the pack and have my camp shoes ( Crocs ) right where my feet will be when I slide out of the hammock. Thank you for watching Cea. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you yet again for the great answers. Your channel is really a fantastic resource for knowledge! Feel free to reference my name and question in your next Q&A.
Hey, I just got my first hammock and it came with a structural ridgeline and bugnet I wanted to know if it's easy to replace should anything were to happen to it.
It is very easy to replace. To take off and to put on. I showed in a video called "How to set up a hammock" When I shoot a tutorial. The one that I am sitting in. Before shooting. I will take off one end of the ridgeline and put it in the double end stuff sack on the the other end of the hammock. When I am done. I will then reattach. Thank you Strepsiades14945 for watching. I really appreciate it.
The ridgeline for the hammock and the tarp. Should always be separated. ( but I believe people should do what they want to do ) Some like to hang it over the hammock and connected to it. And store it in a double end stuff sack, for easy and fast deployment. Two problems with that system. The first is after the tarp is wet from the rain. When storing them together in the stuff sack. Now the hammock will become wet. And the second. You are now so bent over, going under the tarp to get to your hammock. Now you created a tent like space. Camped and no view for enjoyment. And also, with the tarp connected with the hammock. Every time you move in the hammock. The tarp will move and sag. Thank you MachineZen for watching. I really appreciate it.
Hi Marine, my last camp out the trees were to far apart to use my suspension straps. I had a very long piece of rope luckily to make do. I ran the line from tree to tree creating hang loops for my hammock thus having a built in ridge line. This worked. My question would be is there anything wrong with this method instead of hanging the hammock from separate end straps?
There is nothing wrong with you using that method. I love how you came to a difficult situation and improvised and overcame to be successful. You want to make sure that you have a rope with a good weight rating. But you have to be careful that the rope dose not damage the tree if you are on public land. If you live in the United States. I believe and fought for people to have the right to do what they want. As long as it dose not hurt anyone. But there are people advocating for hammocks to be band from public lands. Because the bark is getting damaged. That is why I will use tree straps for my hammock. But for the tarp. I don't worry about it. Thank you Alica Carol for watching. I always appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you for your reply. Yes I thought if using a rope I would have to have something wide around the tree to protect it. I've since just bought extra long tree straps to carry in case that happens again. I do care about the trees and leaving no trace when camping. I've made it a game with my grand daughter when we go out in nature to hunt for things that don't belong. We decide if it is trash or treasure. We put things in a bucket and sort them . We do this when go hiking, swimming or camping.
What is the ridgeline actually secured to on either end? I can't see where the line begins and ends. Also, what sort of hammock straps are those? Thanks!
The ridgeline is connected to the continuous loops on each end of the hammock. I did a video in April called: "Things to know when buying a hammock" that shows how to attach the ridgeline to the hammock. For many years I have been using the Whoopie Slings. But lately I have been using the cinch buckles from Superior Hammock called: "Superior Suspension System". ( www.superiorgear.com ) I believe that they are best hammock suspension for simple and easy usage. I did a video on them called: " The greatest hammock suspension" Thank you for watching Eric. I really appreciate it.
So I am using the Hammock Bliss Sky Bed Jungle hammock with the sewn in bug net. I utilize a fixed structural ridgeline (7/64 Amsteel), and I have changed the setup from the ridgeline being outside, to the inside of the gathered end hammock. The obvious pro is now I'm able to hang gear from it while sleeping. i.e. headlamp, eyewear, gear bag etc. My question is this; With the ridgeline inside of the bugnet, is chafing, or wear of the bugnet an issue? Or does this setup add any unnecessary stress on the mat'l of the hammock? Thoughts and opinions?
The ridgeline will not ruin your bugnet. I believe that they give better support to them from the inside. I have used them for years and never notice a problem with that. Like you, I love to hang things on it that I can grab at nighttime. With a ridgeline organizer on it. You now have a bit of paradise. Thank you for watching 71 S-works. I really appreciate it.
Followed your how to. All is great with everything except the test you showed us to slightly twist the ridgeline. When I try it, it is very tight and I can barely move it with my thumb and fingers. My suspension seems to be 30°. Please advise, thanks!!!
When you have a ridge line that is made out of very strong material like Amsteel. You really do not have to worry about the tension on the ridge line. I am always looking for a hang with a great view. And most of the time the trees are father apart to get a 30 degree hang. With a Amsteel ridgeline. I can hang at a 25 or 20 degree angle. And know that my hammock is protected from the stress. The ridgeline is absorbing it. In the coming months. I am thinking of doing a Q&A videos. I would like to use your name and question. If it is alright with you.
Maybe an obnoxious question, but that bugnet, is that no-see-um proof? (I often go to Sweden, they have midges... yuck) my structural ridgeline is 270cm long, and am looking for a good bugnet that'll fit :-) So any info on it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for the clear explanations in your videos too! Love them!
The bugnet that I used was from Dutchware Gear. It is a Bottom Entry Bugnet that is made from nano-see-um. It may be a little long 304cm to 365. But you would be able to make it work. The website is ( www.dutchwaregear.com ) Thank you for watching David. I really appreciate it.
If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put ridge line to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put tarp with flexible suspension to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? (ofc you need dropline)
If my hammock did not come with a continuous loop ( 8 inch ) that runs trough the sewn chambers on the ends of the hammock. Then I would replace what was ever there with them. You can get them at Dutchware Gear, for 5.00 a pair. You attach the ridgeline to the continuous loops. Thank you for watching Electricman. Much appreciated.
I hope its not to late to get an answer on this question. I have a 4 season Hennessy Explorer XL. I've only set it up once and it doesn't look like i can get into the ends then are all wrapped up to get a structural ridgeline in it. is it still possible? I would look at buying the one on amazon you have the link here too. If someone knows this answer please answer.
Some day I will have to make one. But I would recommend watching " Making an Adjustable Ridgeline for Hammock using 7/64th Amsteel using 7/64 Amsteel " by Nature Calls Outdoors on UA-cam. Thank you Richmondbryannagera8558 for watching. I really appreciate it".
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thank you for the recommendation! I've recently just started hiking and visiting some islands with my friends, and for most of our trips, we all use hammocks and tarps for our shelter. It's a weight and space saver compared to a tent, and I find it more comfortable to sleep in. Sometimes I would even sleep in my hammock when I'm at home haha. Would definitely give this ridgeline a try and see if it works for me! Always looking for ways to improve my camping skills and comfort. Really looking forward for that tutorial, great explanation on the video btw! Really understood the main function of this ridgeline, when I previously see one, I thought they were just used to hold up bug nets lol. Now that I know the advantages of using one, I'm interested to build my own. Keep safe on your travels!
You should always try for a 30 degree angle for less pressure on the ridgeline. But I like to use amsteel ( which I believe to be the strongest cordage for it's size ) Now I can use trees farther apart ( lower angle on the suspension ) To get that amazing view from my hammock. I will always try not to go under a 20 angle. Thank you for watching xxgg. I really appreciate it.
7/64 amsteel has a breaking strength of 1600lbs.. If you have to have a long hang. Because the trees are too far apart. Forcing you to using a low angle on your suspension. With a 7/64 amsteel. No problem! You never have to worry about damaging your hammock or worst.. Thank you Mydearriley for watching. I really appreciate it.
Awesome! I already DIY'd some soft shackle/whoopie slings with 1/8" but I imagine I could have easily gotten away with something thinner.@@AdventureswiththeMarine
It is a great little invention. I love kicking back and watching a movie. Especially when it is raining when I am by myself. Thank you for watching Rowdy Yates. I really appreciate it.
You could use it for the rain fly. But it is so much better to have the tarp separated and hung the same height as you. And that is because it is easy to get in and out from underneath. For great ventilation and a great view. And it provides a safe place for the ground dwellers that is camping with you. To get out of the rain. Thank you Mrs. C so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
You move around diagonally, to find a flat lie. No shoulder squeeze or pressure behind the calf area. When you find it. You will know. Unless your hammock is too small.
It will always give that perfect sag in your hammock. No matter what the suspension angle. It sound like your ridgeline needs to be a little longer. What is the length of your hammock and ridgeline?
That is correct. The ridgeline is at 80% of the length. But you have to make sure that your hammock fits you. If it is too short. It will be very difficult to achieve a flat lie in your hammock. I just uploaded a video two days ago that will explain all of this. Thank you Nature Sweden Luffarflumm for watching. I really appreciate it.
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@@AdventureswiththeMarine ita all good my friend. I'm tougher than that lol. I really enjoy your content. I find you to be very knowledgeable. That's why I asked you about the ridgline. That ka for the reply my friend.
Are you supposed to hang your tarp over top foot so you can keep the weather off in you construction Ridgeline I put a regular Ridgeline up and I got my tarp I can throw over the one you talking about you can't do nothing with
I like to use a ridgeline separated from my hammock for the tarp. There are times when we are hiking and it is raining hard. We then can quickly setup the tarp to eat lunch under it. Out of the rain. When we finish. We will than take done the tarp and off we go.
Yeah if there's one thing the citizens of the earth don't need, it's the mobile phone. Society should move toward living with out it, to the place where it's not necessary as it once wasn't. A person can dream, huh?
One of the best thing about the BWCA is that you can't get service. It drives me crazy when in camp. And people are on their cell phones. I just want to chuck it into the woods as far as I can throw it. Maybe I need to go to anger cell phone management. Thank you for watching Lifted_Above. I always appreciate it.
Hike your own Hikes, hang your own hang, and don't worry about what someone else is doing. How does someone bringing a phone negatively affect your hike?
@@Rowdy216 Try understanding that some of us live in a big city setting, whereas we came from the country. Some of us grew up in a time when phones were screwed to the wall and the receiver was tethered on a long coiled wire. Answering machines? Who needs those. Instant communication technology has destroyed the social culture of the entire world who has constant access to cell phones and social media. It's an addiction, fueled by dopamine, and a false sense of relationship. It's also demoralizing when one considers social media turns individual's personal value into a commodity driven by likes, emoticons, and comments from total strangers. And this is the world that the younger generations have exchanged for face to face communication and experience. Compare face to face time, with electronic screen time, and you can see what today's value system is. Rant over.
@liftedabove your completely right and as a younger generation we dont wanna see ppl on their phones. We come to get away from all of that. Get your eyes off your screen and view the sites most ppl dont get to
Lol you think we abuse our cell phones , yet you bring all these electronics to film , so how often do you not bring your everything , 10 % 5% ......ya i get it your making a video for us , but how often do you go out just to go out is my question ? Hope you dont just camp for content is what im saying .....
I never heard someone call a camera an electronic device. I have done photography since the '70s. But I guess with digital. It could fall into that category. About 10 years ago. I switched over to cinematography. Which I love doing. Now throw that in with my love for the outdoors. I have a match made in heaven. The camera equipment that I now use is a full-frame camera. Which is heavy. Then throw in extra batteries and a tripod. I am just starting out carrying an extra 7 lbs. The reason why I don't use a smaller camera or my cellphone. Is because I am trying to show what I am experiencing. And hope the viewers feel like they are there with me. When I film my trips. I am not in a controlled environment. Like on my or someone else's land. If you watch my trip videos. I am in places like the BWCA wilderness area. There are no towns nearby. And they are not easy trails to hike or portage on. Rocks, roots, and mud. And to top that off. The trails are not marked. These are hard places to navigate. Now flim doing your adventure. It is a lot of hard work. Plus, now you are carrying that extra weight. And it also slows you down. But I love doing it. ( most of the time ) I have been doing these kinds of trips for over 40 years. I don't go out to film a trip. I do a trip and film it. You ask if I ever do a trip that I don't bring the camera. well, I was up camping in Northern Minnesota a week ago and did not bring the camera. No filming. Sometimes I need a break from that hard work. So with that being said. I hope people enjoy and experience the beauty of the great outdoors through my videos. Thank you 4486xxdawson for watching. Much appreciated!
Love your vids. Thanks for clearing it up, I was confused and this was the first video that actually explained it. Thank You
Thank you Matt for saying that and watching. I really appreciate it.
Check out Shug Emery's channel he's funny weird and sometimes a little creepy but he used to be a professional clown so that should explain things! he's done a lot of videos on hammocks and hammock camping, go take a look.
Thanks again Marine - this is the video I have been searching for. You explain clearly and simply the nuts and bolts of structural hammock ridgelines.
Thanks and best wishes from Spain
My son Zac was in Spain a few years ago and said it was beautiful.
Great video, covered everything and provided a good demonstration of the points being made. The kabar tip was a good indicator that we are on a similar wavelength. So I subbed. Thanks for clearing up the hammock ridge line question.
I am glad we are on the same wavelength. Thank you for watching and subscribing Mark. I really appreciate it.
This answered every question I had. Now I can stop bothering Dutch. Thank you and I'm sure he thanks you too.
Dutch is such a busy man. I am waiting to see what kind of gadget that he is going to come up with next. Thank you for watching Kris.
Just got my first hammock with an adjustable structural ridgeline so this video will help me set it up. Thanks
Glad I could help! Please let me know how it is working for you. Thank you Colin for watching. I really appreciate it.
Best video I've found so far. You've answered a lot of questions for me
Awesome, thank you Ben!
Loved this video. 45 years wilderness camping and prepping for my first hammock. Your information and ideas will be put to good, I hope, use.
Glad it was helpful! Let me know what hammock that you are thinking about. Thank you foe watching Ron. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Actually, watched your ridge line video twice. Helped me better better comprehend hammock dynamics. Thanks again.
Very informative... just getting my first hammock today (an inexpensive mid-life change vs tents). Appreciate your great information.
Glad it was helpful! The only problem with the hammock is that you will never want to get out of it. Thank you for watching D E I really appreciate it.
Great point on the Amsteel - I have been using Dyneema and Zing-it for a few years, works well, but your point is well taken on strength, going to make the switch !
A lot of hammock companies are switching from Asteel to Zind-it. Saving the weight is far less the value that Amsteel provides. Thank you for watching Dan. I always appreciate it.
I finally found a way how to hang my hammock properly, thanks a lot :) I can't wait for summer when I will go camping again.
Why wait for summer. The winter is a great time of the year. The down side is that you have to have the gear. And that can be pricey. Thank you for watching Honza Basus. I really appreciate it.
Just getting into hammock camping...got me a warbonnet xlc double layer.....and I JUST ordered me a phone mount...thank you for this
I will be taking out my Warbonnet Blackbird XLC in two days for a trip with my son and Henry the dog. You got yourself a great four season hammock. Merry Christmas UberDan.
Nice rig and good info. I'm a big fan of Nite Ize CamJams and Nite Ize Figure 9s. I also am a BIG fan of Tough-Grid paracord. I use this for my tree hugger anchors as well as nets, ridge lines and rain fly anchors. Excellent video!
Thank you Tim for sharing that. Hopefully someday I will see you on the trail.
Great video mate, clear and to the point just what I was looking for!
Cheers Daryl 👍
Thank you for watching Outdoorsaustralia. Some day I will have to travel down under. Have a great day.
The same here. Many hammock users talk about ridge lines, but I've never seen or heard anyone explain it this way, or the types of rope used to create a structural and strong, lightweight ridge line. Two thumbs up on this video. reat factual info. Keep up the good work digger.
Thank you Colmac James. I really appreciate it.
Just received my first set of whoopy slings and ridgeline. Thanks for the video. Will give me something to play with during lockdown (u.k).
Cheers and stay safe.
I believe that the whoopie sling is the most reliable suspension. If the trees are a little farther apart. No worries. They are very strong and also light weight. Once you get the hang of them ( no pun intended ) You are going to really like them. They will last for years. Thank you for watching Doug.
What a fantastic explanation i love your passion!! You got me hooked!
Thank you ricky littlefield for watching and your comment. I really appreciate it.
Great video!
I’ve always used Zing-it for my ridgelines w/ no issues. Maybe I’ll try Amsteel on my next hammock.
Agreed about unplugging when in the backcountry. However, sometimes it’s nice to be able to watch a video or movie while chilling in the hammock. Last summer on one trip I was socked in by a pretty heavy storm for the better part of a day. Since I was basecamping and didn’t have anywhere else to be, I just laid in my hammock and watched downloaded movies. It was a pretty great way to spend a rainy day...
I too love to kick back and watch a movie in the hammock. When no one is around. Especially when I am by myself when it is raining. But usually, when there are people with. Everybody will end up under my tarp to shoot the breeze or play cards. Otherwise the best movie is a fire.
I will use zing-it for everything except for the hammock ridgeline. It is one of my favorite cordage. Thank you for watching Happy Fun Time Reviews.
You are spot on with everything in this video...I see so many hangers that need to see this...My Onewind came with a built-in whoopie sling and it makes life simple...I did make my own phone holder by simply stretching a wide rubber band from corner to corner diagonal across the back of the phone which leaves you two attachment points on the back of the phone...Then I use pipe cleaners to attach from rubber band to the Ridgeline...Pipe cleaners are stiff enough to bend and adjust your phone at the angle you want.. Absolutely no extra weight or bulk...Just a DIY for you...Thanks for simple videos that are helpful for hammockers....
I like the way you made the phone holder. Improvise! Well done.
Excellent video Marine! The ridgeline is a very versatile peice of gear for a hammock.
As for the hang time hook I love mine. I use it to hold my phone while its charging. At night I can use it to read an ebook. Hanging in the backyard is for watching Backpacking with a Hammock and movies.
Along the trail I use my phone mostly for maps and to take pictures. If I have signal, which I normally dont, I may post pictures. But the best part of being a happy hanger? The awesome morning view!
Keep up the great videos! And hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
A lot of the places that I hike that one can not receive a signal. I would never take a cellphone before. But now there are so much they can do. They are becoming a new tool for backpacking. An example: I have this devise about the size of a hockey puck that I put under my camera to give movement to my timelapes. You operate it with the cellphone using Bluetooth. And if there are areas that allow flying a done. I will need it to control the drone. ( trying to be more cinematic ). Who knows the possibilities of what they will bring in to the future. Thank you for always watching The Hiking Dovahkiin. And have a happy Thanksgiving.
Excellent video, Brother !!!
Can't wait to get a ridgeline.
They are a great value and benefit, for the price. Thank for watching The Fu Crew Channel. I always appreciate it.
Great video 👍...I really enjoy Hammock camping and your videos have been great to learn improvement on my setups ... thanks and keep up the great work 🙂
Glad you like them! Thank you Outdoors With Jason Price so much for watching. I always appreciate it.
Hahaha! So informative and so funny at the same time. Thank you man, i was wondering about a structural ridge line and i got well deserved with this video with many other interesting details as well! So thank you again, god bless you too. Cheers
Glad you liked it! Thank you Claude so much for watching. I really appreciate it. God bless.
Great ideas on ridgelines
Glad you like them! Thank you for watching Darryl. I really appreciate it.
Like your channel,. I love Maine, I'm trying hammocks, Im still a tent guy but I'm learning a lot from your videos great content
Awesome! Thank you! There are times I will use a tent. These are just tools for our outdoors adventures. But if I have to choose between a tent and a hammock. I will always choose the hammock. Thank you so much for watching. I always appreciate it.
Thnxs for uploading and sharing this detailed info on #RidgeLines #Hammock #Camping #Outdoors !!
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Thank you for watching 281 homefree. I always appreciate it.
For my structural ridgeline, I have 1.8mm dyneema (clone) in a whoopie sling configuration. That’s always worked for me - I am very heavy and I tighten my suspension intensely, but the ridgeline still doesn’t take *that* much weight. And if it does ever break, I’m still not on the ground, or at least not immediately.
(Looks just like zing it, come to look that up.)
((I have a bunch of 1mm Dyneema that I use as spare/longer guylines, for the ones that I wouldn’t use every day but only carry just in case. For the daily use ones I use heavier cord that works better with gloves and basic friction hitches. But for that I don’t use Dyneema. Something as strong as zing it is just unnecessarily strong - at best it’ll manage to rip your tarp or whatever else it’s tied to instead of breaking, but for the most part regular guylines or paracord will also already do that.))
A lot of hammock companies are using thin cordage like Zing-it for there ridgelines. Which has a breaking strength of 400lbs ( 181kg. ). They are focus on trying to lighten the weight at any cost. Where Amsteel which you use has a breaking strength of 1600 lbs. ( 725kg ). A long hang with the suspension at a low angle can boost the pressure on that hammock up to1200lbs ( 544kg. ) That is too much stress on the thin ridge line and will more than likely break and damage the hammock. Thank you Jasper for sharing that. Good stuff!
I never wanted this video to end
Thank you Mitch for watching. I really do appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine 😊 Happy hanging Mr. Marine
Very informative video! Thanks for sharing.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching David. I really appreciate it.
Books all the way in the backcountry! I love to read murder mysteries to really give me a thrill😅
I haven't brought with a book in a while. When I do. I really enjoy kicking back and reading. Thank you Finleythegolden for sharing that. Much appreciated!
Awesome video, ty for sharing
Thanks Ben for watching! I really appreciate it.
Hello sir. I appreciate the videos and the care you take to make sure we are doing it correctly!
Thank you Pedro Swart for watching. I really appreciate it.
First heard about structural ridgelines after a year into hammock camping. For me, it's now an absolute necessity. Totally agree with you about phones, pretty important to learn to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. Although I have to admit, I solo camp and do love to read my bushcraft and nature books on my phone. Keep those vids comin', luv 'em!!!
There is nothing wrong bring a phone. Especially when you are by yourself. But most of the places that I go to. You can not get reception. I believe the best show. Is watching a good fire. Thank you P Arnold-Mora for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine AHHHHH...sitting beside a warm, crackling fire at night, can't get much better than that!
Here in the States, they call it wilderness TV
Excellent video 👍👍. It was so informative and answered every question I had. You've got a new subscriber here.
Thank you Birchwood Group for watching and subscribing. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for this! Very informative!
You are so welcome! Thank you Hang Sesh for watching. I really appreciate it.
Semper Fi Brother .. another great and informative video I look forward to trying this info out !!!
Thank you Wooki in the Wilds for watching. I always appreciate it.
Best info on the subject, thanks!
Thank you Jerome for saying that and watching. I really appreciate it.
Definitely going to to this too, thank you!
I believe every hammock should have one. And they are so inexpensive. Thank you ScrLk for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great vid! Lots of good advice here. Thanks!
Thank you for watching Abram. I really appreciate it.
Very informative, thank you!
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Superb video.
Thank you leopardabsurdity for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great video. Thank you.
Thank you sir.
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching Nolan. I really appreciate it.
I really enjoy your videos. You're concise and hold my interest without the 'fluff entertainment' which to me is a bore.
I've used several of your recommendations without regret.
Wow, thank you! That means a lot to me. And thank you for watching colleen beavers. I really appreciate it.
Awesome i love having a ridgeline on my hammock
I would never go backpacking without one. Great multi-purpose. Thank you for watching Broseph Russell. I always appreciate it.
Thanks for the exact metric
No problem! Thank you Enriko Mulawarman for watching. I really appreciate it.
I think the Hangtime Hook would be good for if it rains and you get stuck under your tarp for a while. Although I'd probably just enjoy the sound of the rain and go to sleep
There is nothing wrong with using the Hang Time Hook. Matter of fact I had it on my last overnight watching. LousyFIBs. But I personally like to look and hear the sounds of Nature. But like they say. "All to their own".
BIN THE HANG TIME HOLDER! Great vid btw.
Totally agree with having your nature time, no need for phones. Thats what im trying to get away from. I do carry a spare phone for my music only, no sim card, but i can still make emergency calls.
Well said! Thank you Irvsstella for watching. Much appreciated.
cool video, well done
Ive been thinking of adding a ridgeline to a few of my homebrew gathered hammocks I made so I can add a wind sock
Im not so worried about bugs
That's a great idea! I love that you made you own hammocks. Thank you AA1PR for watching. I really appreciate it.
I'm now rethinking my old ENO setup, and the fact that A) I need a longer hammock, and B) I need a structural ridge line. Thank you!
That's funny that you made that comment. I am doing a video that should be out in a couple of days that address those problems. It is going to be called " Things to know before buying a hammock " Thank you for watching Steve. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Looking forward to it! I know I need to upgrade the hammock setup. I really like the ENO Helios XL straps, so will keep them, but want to get either a Dream Hammock or Hammock Gear setup with integrated ridge line and bug net. Sounds like a utopia! Meanwhile last night I tested a ridgeline on the ENO and that already was a game changer. The bigger problem is it's too short for me at 6'3", and it only being 9'.
I like your videos on hammocks and things like ridgelines, tarps, etc. I just watched this video and I picked up a new thing that I can use and that was the particular way you attached your adjustable ridgeline to the continuous loops in the ends of the hammock, thanks!👍
I am very glad it helped. And I am grateful that you watch my videos. Thank you Alvin.
thanks again marine , maths was never my strongest subject and I sometimes struggle to work out 83%....... I love my new hangtime hook though
With my hang timehook. I am afraid I may never get out of my hammock again.
Thumbs up because of the extra effort to convert into metric.
Thank you Tord Sonander for watching and the thumbs up. I really appreciate it.
Awesome
Thank you Edward so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great video my friend keep up the Great work inspiring I’ve subscribed also much appreciated stay safe Rucksack Adventures 🇬🇧
Thanks for the sub! And thank you for watching RUCKSACK ADVENTURES. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine anytime buddy 🙂👍🏻
Hey man. Helpful video! I've tried the ridgeline, and it works great. The only problem I have is to find a good length. I use the "Ticket to the moon" hammock and maybe it's something wrong with it cause it is not very comfortable. Do you have any tips?
Great video on describing ridge lines.✌️What’s your favourite on Ka Bar knife serragated or strait blade?
There both great. But my USMC KA-BAR which was given to me years ago. Is serrated. I have many different knives over the years.. But if I where to buy another one. I would get it serrated. Thank you for watching Rick.
Your videos are so helpful - thank you! I just camped in my new Superior Gear set-up this week for the first time. I could figure out how to adjust the whoopie sling on the integrated ridgeline, but then, when I got inside the hammock, and hung a stuff sack on it, it "fell" down. (Not all the way, it still held up the bug net a bit, but it didn't seem to be able to hold up the stuff sack without slipping. You hung way more things up there, too.) I am new to using all of this - any ideas as to what I am doing wrong?
Your hang angle was too high. It is really easy to fix. All you have to do is lower the tree straps that are around the tree. Then adjust the suspension. To tighten it, to raise the hammock back up. Because when you lowered the tree straps. It also lowered the hammock. When you have finished doing this. The ridgeline will now be nice and tight. You will be able to hang anything on it, with out sagging.
Having a whoopie sling ridgeline. You can adjust the sag to the hammock. A good starting point is that the length of the ridgeline is 83% of the length of the hammock. ( 11 ft. hammock = ridgeline 110 inches 10 ft. hammock = 100 inches ) Danny at superior gear likes to set his a little longer for the design of his hammocks. Once you are proficient at setting up your Superior hammock. And you feel comfortable doing so. Then you can start playing around with the adjustable ridgeline. To change the angle of the sag to your liking. But only after you are confident at setting it up.
Please keep me informed. Thank you Dawn for watching. I always appreciate it.
Love it. I have a Hennessy with a hex fly and I haven't even hardly looked at it. I do need the ridge line but I don't know if the hammock came with one or if I have to make it myself. Do you have any thoughts on this?
If you you don't have one. You can order them from ( www.dutchwaregear.com ). Otherwise you can easily make them. I would ask them if they could make it out of amsteel. Thank you for watching Val5085 M. I really appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! You've got a new subscriber ;)
So if I use a ridgeline the hammok tightness won't be affected by changes in the angle of the ropes because all tension insists on the ridgeline. Then different angles won't change the hammok confort. Can you gently confirm if that is true? Thank you again!
That is what I believe to be the most important role of the ridgeline. You don't have to worry about hanging on trees that are farther apart, that will have the suspension at a lower angle. The hammock will have the same sag. No matter how far apart the trees are. ( this is why I like to use amsteel for my ridgeline ) Instead of looking for the perfect distant between the trees to give me the perfect hang. Now I am looking for trees to give me the perfect view from my hammock.Thanks for the sub! And thank you for watching Dave. I really appreciate it.
Hey there Marine, I've been enjoying your videos for a while now and getting set to buy a hammock. When you were sitting in the hammock and demonstrating how taut the ridgeline should be I noticed later it was slack when not in the hammock. Just looking to clarify was this prior to you setting it up or due to it needing weight in the hammock to be taut.
You do not want to have slack in the ridgeline. It dose not harm anything ( it can get in the way ) but will tell you that your hammock suspension is at a higher angle. You just lower the suspension. Good eye Paddy McCann. You caught me being lazy. Thank you for watching sir.
This is best video I’ve found on ridgelines, thank you! I’m relatively new to hammock camping, and had a question.
For hanging a rain tarp, would I need to have a non structural ridgeline for it to hang on? The tarp overhangs the hammock so I don’t see how I could set up my tarp with a structural ridgeline. I have a bug net as well that I know I can hang on the structural line, I’m just not sure about the rain tarp.
I’m using an ENO sub6, Warbonnet superfly & outdoor vitals bugnet
The tarp has a separated ridgeline of it's own. The bug net will go over the hammock's structural ridgeline. The tarp over a cordage that is used to make a ridgeline. You can use any cordage. I personally like to use Zing-it. You can use cordage tied to each tree. The tarp can hang over or under. ( which you prefer ) Or you can use two cordage's. One on each end.
I did a video on this and I am doing a updated one in a couple of weeks. Thank you for watching Jared.
Backpacking With a Hammock I was going to use zpacks z-line for a structural ridgeline. It's nylon sheathed dyneena 2mm cord rated at over "200 pounds" for breaking strength. Do you think that will be strong enough? I have some Amstel but it isn't spliced so I'd have to tie a knot that would hold, whereas the zline holds on basic knots because of the nylon sheath.
I tried to find out how to get involded with the Mid Atalntic Hammock Hangers Association/ Tried Hammock forums only to find out the site is too confusing. If people mention MHHA on you tube. Wished they would say how to get involved MAHHA> ? Nice video here on ridgelines. Thank you
I too have a hard time with hammock forums. I have tried to upload my videos but could not do it. I had people that are pretty good with computers try. But no luck. I wish they would update the system that they have used for many years. Make it a little more user friendly. Thank you for watching Jeffrey. I really appreciate it.
Great video the Ridgeline is one of the things I struggled with ...I have been using a hammock the last couple years ...I have an 11 foot Dutch chameleon I set it at 110 inches I didn’t like it so mine is set at 107 that works best for me I didn’t know they had woopie-sling ridgelines or I would’ve got one of those.... where do you purchase that? I didn’t see it on dutches website 😊 thanks
Dutch use to sell them. But now you have to ask him to make one for you. Everybody are now selling them in lash-it or zing-it.
I have an eno guardian bugnet that kind of has a built in ridgeline and gear loops, but I have a small portable fan that I'm concerned would pull too much on it (the fan is 11oz)...do you think I could run an adjustable amsteel ridgeline through the bugnet for my eno doublenest to support and hand stuff on? Thank in advance and love the videos
I would definitely run an amsteel adjustable ridgeline on the hammock. They are easy to put on. And you would be able to hang anything on it. Thank you Switchback09 for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great video, very informative. Can you use paracord for a ridgeline?
Yes, absolutely. As long as the hang angle is not under 10°. I like to use Amsteel because the breaking strength is 1600lbs. Where Paracord is between 550 -750lbs. Thank you elflakeador09 for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine That's great thanks. No worries, thoroughly enjoyed it, very informative 😎👍
Semper Fi Warrior!
Thank you Dawayne Tate for watching. Semper Fi!
Thanx for being internationally relevant by mentioning the metrics.
You are welcome. Thank you for watching nothing tohide. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for the great explanation!
Are ridgelines strong enough that they could support a full backpack and a bag to hold my shoes? My thinking is essentially that I could bring everything with me off-ground, and under a tarp in the case of rain. I don't see any issue in physically hanging these items up on a ridgeline, so my question is more related to whether it's a good idea in terms of weight and/or taking up so much space it's detrimental to the experience.
The ridgeline organizers seem like they would still be great for the items I would want quick and easy access to while in the hammock.
That is a good question. I was planning on do a video on how I store my gear and why, ( my system ) when hammock camping. Would you mind if I use your question and name in the next Q&A?
If you have a ridgeline that is made of Amsteel. And you are on a sloop ( under your hammock ). And there is a good chance that it is going to get water underneath you when a storm moves in. Then I will hang my pack either on the continuous loops or the ridgeline. Otherwise I will always have the pack underneath me with gear that I will need readily available within arms reach from the hammock. The clothes that I take off. I will lay them on top of the pack and have my camp shoes ( Crocs ) right where my feet will be when I slide out of the hammock.
Thank you for watching Cea. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you yet again for the great answers. Your channel is really a fantastic resource for knowledge! Feel free to reference my name and question in your next Q&A.
Hey, I just got my first hammock and it came with a structural ridgeline and bugnet I wanted to know if it's easy to replace should anything were to happen to it.
It is very easy to replace. To take off and to put on. I showed in a video called "How to set up a hammock" When I shoot a tutorial. The one that I am sitting in. Before shooting. I will take off one end of the ridgeline and put it in the double end stuff sack on the the other end of the hammock. When I am done. I will then reattach. Thank you Strepsiades14945 for watching. I really appreciate it.
I like the structural ridge line but for the rain fly I think its better to have one tied between trees that is tight all the time. thoughts?
The ridgeline for the hammock and the tarp. Should always be separated. ( but I believe people should do what they want to do ) Some like to hang it over the hammock and connected to it. And store it in a double end stuff sack, for easy and fast deployment. Two problems with that system. The first is after the tarp is wet from the rain. When storing them together in the stuff sack. Now the hammock will become wet. And the second. You are now so bent over, going under the tarp to get to your hammock. Now you created a tent like space. Camped and no view for enjoyment. And also, with the tarp connected with the hammock. Every time you move in the hammock. The tarp will move and sag. Thank you MachineZen for watching. I really appreciate it.
Hi Marine, my last camp out the trees were to far apart to use my suspension straps. I had a very long piece of rope luckily to make do. I ran the line from tree to tree creating hang loops for my hammock thus having a built in ridge line. This worked. My question would be is there anything wrong with this method instead of hanging the hammock from separate end straps?
There is nothing wrong with you using that method. I love how you came to a difficult situation and improvised and overcame to be successful. You want to make sure that you have a rope with a good weight rating. But you have to be careful that the rope dose not damage the tree if you are on public land. If you live in the United States. I believe and fought for people to have the right to do what they want. As long as it dose not hurt anyone. But there are people advocating for hammocks to be band from public lands. Because the bark is getting damaged. That is why I will use tree straps for my hammock. But for the tarp. I don't worry about it. Thank you Alica Carol for watching. I always appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you for your reply. Yes I thought if using a rope I would have to have something wide around the tree to protect it. I've since just bought extra long tree straps to carry in case that happens again. I do care about the trees and leaving no trace when camping. I've made it a game with my grand daughter when we go out in nature to hunt for things that don't belong. We decide if it is trash or treasure. We put things in a bucket and sort them . We do this when go hiking, swimming or camping.
What is the ridgeline actually secured to on either end? I can't see where the line begins and ends. Also, what sort of hammock straps are those? Thanks!
The ridgeline is connected to the continuous loops on each end of the hammock. I did a video in April called: "Things to know when buying a hammock" that shows how to attach the ridgeline to the hammock.
For many years I have been using the Whoopie Slings. But lately I have been using the cinch buckles from Superior Hammock called: "Superior Suspension System". ( www.superiorgear.com ) I believe that they are best hammock suspension for simple and easy usage. I did a video on them called: " The greatest hammock suspension"
Thank you for watching Eric. I really appreciate it.
So I am using the Hammock Bliss Sky Bed Jungle hammock with the sewn in bug net. I utilize a fixed structural ridgeline (7/64 Amsteel), and I have changed the setup from the ridgeline being outside, to the inside of the gathered end hammock. The obvious pro is now I'm able to hang gear from it while sleeping. i.e. headlamp, eyewear, gear bag etc. My question is this; With the ridgeline inside of the bugnet, is chafing, or wear of the bugnet an issue? Or does this setup add any unnecessary stress on the mat'l of the hammock? Thoughts and opinions?
The ridgeline will not ruin your bugnet. I believe that they give better support to them from the inside. I have used them for years and never notice a problem with that. Like you, I love to hang things on it that I can grab at nighttime. With a ridgeline organizer on it. You now have a bit of paradise. Thank you for watching 71 S-works. I really appreciate it.
Followed your how to. All is great with everything except the test you showed us to slightly twist the ridgeline. When I try it, it is very tight and I can barely move it with my thumb and fingers. My suspension seems to be 30°. Please advise, thanks!!!
When you have a ridge line that is made out of very strong material like Amsteel. You really do not have to worry about the tension on the ridge line. I am always looking for a hang with a great view. And most of the time the trees are father apart to get a 30 degree hang. With a Amsteel ridgeline. I can hang at a 25 or 20 degree angle. And know that my hammock is protected from the stress. The ridgeline is absorbing it.
In the coming months. I am thinking of doing a Q&A videos. I would like to use your name and question. If it is alright with you.
Thank you for your time and knowledge! I am using amsteel so I won't worry. Yes, feel free to use my name and question. Again thanks for the reply!
I am doing a video series of Q&A. Would it be OK to use your question and name?
What would you recommend for an adjustable whoopie sling structural Ridgeline made of Amsteel?
Hanging High Hammocks sells them. ( hanginghighhammocks.com ) Thank you AdamGardnermusic for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine awesome! Thanks for replying!
Maybe an obnoxious question, but that bugnet, is that no-see-um proof? (I often go to Sweden, they have midges... yuck) my structural ridgeline is 270cm long, and am looking for a good bugnet that'll fit :-) So any info on it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for the clear explanations in your videos too! Love them!
The bugnet that I used was from Dutchware Gear. It is a Bottom Entry Bugnet that is made from nano-see-um. It may be a little long 304cm to 365. But you would be able to make it work. The website is ( www.dutchwaregear.com )
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If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put ridge line to carabiner?? Or to unused loops?
If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put tarp with flexible suspension to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? (ofc you need dropline)
If my hammock did not come with a continuous loop ( 8 inch ) that runs trough the sewn chambers on the ends of the hammock. Then I would replace what was ever there with them. You can get them at Dutchware Gear, for 5.00 a pair. You attach the ridgeline to the continuous loops.
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I hope its not to late to get an answer on this question. I have a 4 season Hennessy Explorer XL. I've only set it up once and it doesn't look like i can get into the ends then are all wrapped up to get a structural ridgeline in it. is it still possible? I would look at buying the one on amazon you have the link here too. If someone knows this answer please answer.
I am sorry Brian. I don't own any Hennessy hammock. I wish I could help you out.
Is there a tutorial on how to make the woopy sling style ridgeline?
Some day I will have to make one. But I would recommend watching " Making an Adjustable Ridgeline for Hammock using 7/64th Amsteel using 7/64 Amsteel " by Nature Calls Outdoors on UA-cam. Thank you Richmondbryannagera8558 for watching. I really appreciate it".
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thank you for the recommendation! I've recently just started hiking and visiting some islands with my friends, and for most of our trips, we all use hammocks and tarps for our shelter. It's a weight and space saver compared to a tent, and I find it more comfortable to sleep in. Sometimes I would even sleep in my hammock when I'm at home haha. Would definitely give this ridgeline a try and see if it works for me! Always looking for ways to improve my camping skills and comfort. Really looking forward for that tutorial, great explanation on the video btw! Really understood the main function of this ridgeline, when I previously see one, I thought they were just used to hold up bug nets lol. Now that I know the advantages of using one, I'm interested to build my own. Keep safe on your travels!
So with a ridgeline, I don't have to deal with these suspension hang angles, etc.. ?
You should always try for a 30 degree angle for less pressure on the ridgeline. But I like to use amsteel ( which I believe to be the strongest cordage for it's size ) Now I can use trees farther apart ( lower angle on the suspension ) To get that amazing view from my hammock. I will always try not to go under a 20 angle.
Thank you for watching xxgg. I really appreciate it.
what bug net did you use?
The bug net that I used was the bottom entry bug net from Dutchware gear. Thank you sam-x29ez for watching. Ireally appreciate it.
What width amsteel do you recommend for the ridgeline?
7/64 amsteel has a breaking strength of 1600lbs.. If you have to have a long hang. Because the trees are too far apart. Forcing you to using a low angle on your suspension. With a 7/64 amsteel. No problem! You never have to worry about damaging your hammock or worst.. Thank you Mydearriley for watching. I really appreciate it.
Awesome! I already DIY'd some soft shackle/whoopie slings with 1/8" but I imagine I could have easily gotten away with something thinner.@@AdventureswiththeMarine
Hangtime hook is by far my favorite unnecessary piece of hammock gear!
It is a great little invention. I love kicking back and watching a movie. Especially when it is raining when I am by myself. Thank you for watching Rowdy Yates. I really appreciate it.
Can it hold the rain fly?
You could use it for the rain fly. But it is so much better to have the tarp separated and hung the same height as you. And that is because it is easy to get in and out from underneath. For great ventilation and a great view. And it provides a safe place for the ground dwellers that is camping with you. To get out of the rain. Thank you Mrs. C so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
New to hammocking camping... how do you know you found the "sweet spot"
You move around diagonally, to find a flat lie. No shoulder squeeze or pressure behind the calf area. When you find it. You will know. Unless your hammock is too small.
Question... Does the ridgeline help at keeping th sides of the hammock less taunt? I have a hard time getting out of mine lately
It will always give that perfect sag in your hammock. No matter what the suspension angle. It sound like your ridgeline needs to be a little longer. What is the length of your hammock and ridgeline?
@@AdventureswiththeMarine it’s 12’ I believe and I have never used a ridgeline
Going to set it up today and experiment.
@@Plain-Ole-Chuck A good starting point for a ridgeline on a hammock that is 12' is 120 inches.
Would 550 cord suffice fire a ridge line?
Yes, it would work great. But don't go under a 20 degree angle. Thank you for watching Michael. I really appreciate it.
My hammock is 220 cm long so I need 176cm ridgeline?
That is correct. The ridgeline is at 80% of the length. But you have to make sure that your hammock fits you. If it is too short. It will be very difficult to achieve a flat lie in your hammock. I just uploaded a video two days ago that will explain all of this. Thank you Nature Sweden Luffarflumm for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Okay i have Ticket to the moon kingsize hammock so its perfect length for me. Need to try it
I want to know the disadvantages of using a cradle.
When the wind blows. The cradle will fall. And down will come baby. Cradle and all.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you
Damn boy, you know your hammocks but sadly I'm no accountant to take in alllllllll them numbers ;-)
Thank you Outdoors Dave for watching. I still have a headache from coming up with all those numbers.
Better use your selfie tripod stand on the ground and clip your phone to watch videos more stable that way
Thank you Develen for sharing that. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Also if no use cellphone how can watch your video and learn from you:)
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Thank you Manuel Vazquez for watching. I really appreciate it.
I am looking for a great camping knife 🔪
The Mora Bushcraft Black. It is well balanced, solid carbon steel with a scandi grind. Best knife for that amount of money. Hands down. They cost around $ 50 dollars. If you want a less expensive knife. Then the Mora Companion. They cost around $20 dollars.
I get so confused with so many differ we nt schools of thought. I just want an adjustable ridgeline for my eno doublenest... ugh
It's not rocket science. Thank you for watching David. I really appreciate it.
Thanks... I think...
I am sorry David for the poor choice of words. What I meant to say is to always keep it simple. Find what works best for you.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine ita all good my friend. I'm tougher than that lol. I really enjoy your content. I find you to be very knowledgeable. That's why I asked you about the ridgline. That ka for the reply my friend.
Are you supposed to hang your tarp over top foot so you can keep the weather off in you construction Ridgeline I put a regular Ridgeline up and I got my tarp I can throw over the one you talking about you can't do nothing with
I like to use a ridgeline separated from my hammock for the tarp. There are times when we are hiking and it is raining hard. We then can quickly setup the tarp to eat lunch under it. Out of the rain. When we finish. We will than take done the tarp and off we go.
Yeah if there's one thing the citizens of the earth don't need, it's the mobile phone. Society should move toward living with out it, to the place where it's not necessary as it once wasn't. A person can dream, huh?
One of the best thing about the BWCA is that you can't get service. It drives me crazy when in camp. And people are on their cell phones. I just want to chuck it into the woods as far as I can throw it. Maybe I need to go to anger cell phone management. Thank you for watching Lifted_Above. I always appreciate it.
Hike your own Hikes, hang your own hang, and don't worry about what someone else is doing. How does someone bringing a phone negatively affect your hike?
@@Rowdy216 Try understanding that some of us live in a big city setting, whereas we came from the country. Some of us grew up in a time when phones were screwed to the wall and the receiver was tethered on a long coiled wire. Answering machines? Who needs those.
Instant communication technology has destroyed the social culture of the entire world who has constant access to cell phones and social media. It's an addiction, fueled by dopamine, and a false sense of relationship. It's also demoralizing when one considers social media turns individual's personal value into a commodity driven by likes, emoticons, and comments from total strangers. And this is the world that the younger generations have exchanged for face to face communication and experience. Compare face to face time, with electronic screen time, and you can see what today's value system is.
Rant over.
@liftedabove your completely right and as a younger generation we dont wanna see ppl on their phones. We come to get away from all of that. Get your eyes off your screen and view the sites most ppl dont get to
Lol you think we abuse our cell phones , yet you bring all these electronics to film , so how often do you not bring your everything , 10 % 5% ......ya i get it your making a video for us , but how often do you go out just to go out is my question ? Hope you dont just camp for content is what im saying .....
I never heard someone call a camera an electronic device. I have done photography since the '70s. But I guess with digital. It could fall into that category. About 10 years ago. I switched over to cinematography. Which I love doing. Now throw that in with my love for the outdoors. I have a match made in heaven. The camera equipment that I now use is a full-frame camera. Which is heavy. Then throw in extra batteries and a tripod. I am just starting out carrying an extra 7 lbs. The reason why I don't use a smaller camera or my cellphone. Is because I am trying to show what I am experiencing. And hope the viewers feel like they are there with me. When I film my trips. I am not in a controlled environment. Like on my or someone else's land.
If you watch my trip videos. I am in places like the BWCA wilderness area. There are no towns nearby. And they are not easy trails to hike or portage on. Rocks, roots, and mud. And to top that off. The trails are not marked. These are hard places to navigate. Now flim doing your adventure. It is a lot of hard work. Plus, now you are carrying that extra weight. And it also slows you down. But I love doing it. ( most of the time ) I have been doing these kinds of trips for over 40 years. I don't go out to film a trip. I do a trip and film it. You ask if I ever do a trip that I don't bring the camera. well, I was up camping in Northern Minnesota a week ago and did not bring the camera. No filming. Sometimes I need a break from that hard work. So with that being said. I hope people enjoy and experience the beauty of the great outdoors through my videos. Thank you 4486xxdawson for watching. Much appreciated!
I disagree, I think a cell fone can be a lifeline. It is up to the person not to abuse it
Did you even listen to what he said..?