Just found your site today and you happened to review my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE HAMMOCK OF ALL TIME for camping and normal backpacking. Those spreader bars are very helpful IMO and make overall use much easier, more effective, and comfortable. If you're gonna invest in a hammock for multiple uses, this is the sweetest and most well made hammock I've come across. Glad it was a 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 Review experience for you. Wm. ~
First guy to actually show getting in, moving around and getting onto your side. Thanks for showing how stable it is, I had doubts. This may be my first hammock! Oh, and now I know what they mean by Double Layer. Very informative, thanks again!
Been to McCarthy many times! I’m an Iron Ranger from Virginia, MN. Glad to have found your channel! Thanks for the great info! I could tell that you have the same accent as me 😊
I have been going up to McCarthy beach a few times a year since 1965 or 66. So many great memories. It must of been a great place to grow at. Thank you Josephperko for watching. I really appreciate it.
I just used my new (used) Ridgerunner this weekend at Shabbona Lake State Park this weekend. Pretty happy with it. I need to get some kind of clip or something to keep my Nemo Fillow Pillow inside when I get in or out. The hammock has a tendency to spill contents that aren't in the side pockets. (nice shot of the sneaky squirrel BTW)
I had the same problem. What I will do is put my pillow up in the sag in the hammock above my head. That seems to work great for me. I will be car camping with my family next month. In which I will be using the Ridgerunner. I can't wait to get in it. Thank you John for watching.
I know your review is older; but, thanks. I am a side sleeper and considering this hammock. You helped out. Cheers from Minneapolis. Great to see you in MN.
The Warbonnet Ridgerunner is the best bridge hammock and for a hot some day. Plus the best viewing from any hammock. Thank you Tobias Ball for watching and your comment.
I just received my Ridgerunner yesterday and hung it this morning. I too am a side sleeper and I've used gathered-end hammocks for years, and while I can sleep on my side in them, the excess fabric near my head bothers me when it flops over onto the side of my head. It's an annoyance that I hope is not present in the Ridgerunner.
@@lexboegen Hey, just wondering what the verdict was. Did it work out well for you? I'm a side sleeper too and considering getting this hammock. I'd appreciate your opinion. Thanks!
Great review. Covers a lot of things that other reviews brush over. Love my RR. Have had it for about 6 years now. Made in USA. Like your tip on the bumpers for your pole ends. Think I'll cut a little bit of bike tire tube and make some. You are on target with the double bottom too. I got a cheap closed cell foam pad with some Mylar on one side to slide in between layers. Nice and toasty. Tip on using a 75% unzipped sleeping bag for a quilt is exactly what I do too. Works great. My back loves my WBRR. Go Warbonnet!
I love my Ridgerunner in the summer and the Blackbird in the winter. Warbonnet is a great company that I highly recommend. Thank you for watching Dzedo. I really appreciate it.
It's nice to see someone else taking a Ka-Bar with them. Been carrying one with me since it was issued back in 1965. I like the Warbonnet Blackbird and for lighter weight ( Ultralight backpack ) have been using the Warbonnet Traveler with a bug net. I camp in Florida's wet lands and found two hammock manufactures that the mosquitoes can not bite threw the bottom material of their hammocks. Warbonnet's Blackbird or Traveler ( double bottom ) and the Tropical Ultra Hammock by Clark. The Clark Tropical Ultra is a heavier hammock then the others and I like it for canoe camping. It appears that the Warbonnet Ridgerunner would also be 100% bug proof with the double bottom and netting.
I have been carrying my Ka-Bar for almost forty years. I would feel naked with out it. The Warbonnet Blackbird is a excellent hammock. I will be taking my Blackbird XLC on my next trip in the BWCA, next month. My next hammock review will be on that hammock.
G’day mate. I enjoyed your video. And have been looking for some ultra lite spreader bars for my Ridge Runner. Since I misplaced the original bars and have been using some cut down tent poles instead. Checked out your advised site and yes you have to custom order them it seems. But great tips on reducing weight. Keep up the good work. Ohhrahhhh!
Hello great review ! I'm newly contemplating Hammock vs 1 man tenting via Moto camping. Do you find locating a proper tree spacing limiting for making a given campground / site work for you ? I see the advantages vs a tent. But the idea of finding an otherwise ideal campground after a long day of riding & then having to pass due to "no trees properly spaced" sounds like no fun ! (Whereas all tent camp spaces SHOULD have proper flat ground...) Love to hear your thoughts 💭 and thank you ! David (in hot Texas)
In designated camp sites. There are always tent pads to set up. But if you are in an area that has a lot of trees. It is then hard to find a spot to set up a tent. But with trees that are 12 ft.- 20 ft. You can hang anywhere. I just got back from a trip in the black Hills of South Dakota. It was much easier to find trees to hang. Than a flat level spot for a tent. They both have pros and cons. I have done a series on Tent vs Hammocks. Please check them out. I believe they will be very helpful. Thank you for watching. Much appreciated.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Yes I'll look right now at your tent vs hammock vid. I already have the Arrowhead 1 Man tent. A guy in our BMW+ M/C group is selling his Warbonnet Ridgerunner Hammock ($200 obo) and I'm trying to decide. Travelling solo on a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with side bags rear trunk & rear seat stacking space. I wish I had time to local camp a few "test nights" but my sched has me leaving too soon. Truly appreciate your input !!!
Great review! I just went to the BWCA for a week with my new REI quarter dome air hammock. First time camping with a hammock and I don't think I will go back to a tent. I like how yours has the saddle bags and an individual spot for the sleeping pad. I didn't have any issues though with just putting my pad in the hammock.My quarter dome came with the whoopi slings so that was a plus. I was surprised how easy it was to put up and take down. The whole rig comes in at 3lbs which is good for packing in.
Dave, that is a great start up hammock. And it comes with a lot of extras and a good price. Check out Dutchware gear on the internet. It's good to see another ground dweller, hanging in the trees.
My BA opinion once more . It made me feel good to hear you refer to "spreaders" which is what we called them years ago and they make all the difference when a person doesn't want to feel like a pupae in a cocoon . Mine were typically made from bamboo . It is amazing how flat you can lay in that Warbonnet Ridgerunner and this makes me reconsider using a hammock again after many years of swearing I'd never sleep in one again . I do a fair amount of travelling with horses and mules and a small tent can kind of suck on wet & muddy terrain . I think you are using paracord , but not certain... and had to laugh (in a respectful way ) at you keeping your trusty Kabar close at hand . This is something I can totally relate to and these days , I also keep a Glock 40 caliber around . Time to do some research on a Ridgerunner and Thanks Very Much for your video and input . Best wishes for all future endeavors . Lefty
The Warbonnet Riderunner is my favorite hammock for the summer time. When all the Grandkids come over to spend the night. I will set up that hammock in the Man Cave and sleep like a baby.
FYI, those bumpers are made out of a heat-shrink material. You heat them up just a little bit (I used a lighter) and they'll shrink, forming a tight seal around the corner brackets.No more movement!
Thank you Steve for that info. I am leaving on a trip tomorrow, for Isle Royale, on which I will be bringing the Ridgerunner. I am going to try a hair dryer and see if that works. If not I will use the lighter.
There would be no room for your dog. Unless your dog were to lay on top of you. The Ridgerunner is a tight fit for one person. Thank you for watching AB.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thanks for the reply, he is my foot/leg warmer. He does lay on top of them. I'm wondering if he will tip it over when he climbs in, as I have read these are more tippy than other hammocks. I suppose hanging it lower is a good idea. Still like it?
Nice review. I'm a gathered end hammocker . This is intriguing me. Do you know if a mod has been created to use trekking poles for the spreader bars? That would be a nice weight savings.
Arrowhead Equipment made trekking poles to convert as spreader bars. But I don't know if they still make them. The carbon spreader bars are so light. And I really like the trekking poles that I have. That I never tried them. The ultimate weight saving with a bridge hammock is using a small tree branch that you crave the ends to fit. thank you Parfproduction for watching. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for your response. I am going to attempt to make my own bridge hammock. I've been researching various projects. I'm going to sacrifice one of my old 11 ft. gathered end hammocks. I'm going to use Mule tape for structural side support. Maybe I'll sew pockets with Mule tape for trekking poles. Anyway, I've watched a few of your videos, and they are well done and enjoyable.
Thanks for the video. Curious if you've seen or tried the Lawson Blue Ridge Camping Hammock? more poles I suppose, but if I can't find two properly-spaced trees, it'd be nice to know I still have shelter.
I have not tried the Lawson Blue Ridge Hammock. But maybe some day. You can convert any hammock to work on the ground. But you would have to have two hiking poles. I have to say. I do like things that are multifunctional. Thank you for watching Nathan. I really appreciate it.
It's stupid that Warbonnet doesn't offer carbon fiber spreader bars as an upgrade when you're purchasing the Ridgerunner. I wonder what percentage of Ridgerunner users don't bother to upgrade and just use the heavy factory spreaders. And the other big annoyance I have with the Ridgerunner is how stupidly gigantic the cord locks are for everything. The drawstring for the double sided stuff sack that came with my Ridgerunner has tiny cords, but they use the same giant cord locks for that as for everything else. I replaced those two cord locks, the cord locks for the bug net, and the one on the bungie for the head end spreader bar. I probably saved 3 ounces total by downsizing the cord locks. Same function, just smaller and lighter. Warbonnet definitely doesn't prioritize weight. Having said that, I do enjoy the sleep I get in my hammock. So much better than sleep I have gotten on the ground.
Brandon changed the design to make it lighter. I got a single layer to make it even lighter. As for the spreader bars. I totally agree. The Ridgerunner is my favorite hammock foe the warmer temperatures. And the view out of it is amazing. Not to mention the saddle bags. Thank you Rungavagairun for watching. I really appreciate it.
Ooorah brother! I was in from 93-97, 0311. I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these, but I heard you have to have a Warbonnet underquilt? Is that true? What brand underquilt do you use?
My under quilt for the Ridgerunner is made by UGQ. ( Under Ground Quilts ) They make a custom under quilt for that hammock. Those are the only two companies that I know of. A lot of people will use a partial or a 3/4 length under quilt . And the claim that the work just fine. This way you can use the under quilt for both the bridge and the gathered end hammock. Semper fi my brother.
I'm 6'5" 180 lbs. I noticed that you fit with room to spare, but are 5 ft shorter than me. I'm concerned that I would be pushing the top and bottom even though it's supposedly good up to 6'6". Curious if you can comfortably relax with your arms behind your head(chicken wing style so to speak) and not be pushing into the edges tightly with your elbows? I've read that with a pad it's a little more rigid than an underquilt, but can raise you up and make it more tippy. Being able to have multi use hiking poles to me sounds the best way to go, but hard to find the right ones. Although, if one breaks their poles on a trip that would suck lol. Any thoughts on these issues would be helpful. thanks
I know a guy that are the same height as you ( 6'5" ). That always use the Ridgerunner. I have ask the the same question as you. And he said that it works just fine. Now I am broad in the shoulders as he. At first you will think that there is a little shoulder squeeze. But after sleeping in it. It was never a issue for me. Matter of fact. I just got back form a trip where I slept in it all week. I believe that it is the best hammock for summer time. You get a lot of ventilation with a great view. And always a flat lay. That doesn't mean that you can't use it in the winter. I have slept comfortably in it with temperatures in the teens. Thank you MrBalas3 for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks for responding and answering my questions. I’ve never camped below 33 Fahrenheit so I should be good. I contacted Warbonnet and they said the bay at the head is about 41” wide which sounds good to me. Granted one does not get 41 inches of flat width lay. Looks like I will definitely consider it if they have a Labor Day sale.
I really like the look of this hammock. I've wanted to see if I can find a way to open up the head. I get just a _little_ claustrophobic after a while. Not much, but I think I'd be a little more comfortable if it were open a bit. I also like to just lay awake at night and listen to the sounds. It makes my soul happy. :-) Plus, mosquitoes LOVE my blood, so having netting built in would be good if I ever camp when they are hatching and my current hammock doesn't have netting. I'm definitely going to have to try this.
It is always better to hang between two trees. But there are times there may not be any trees available. I have used it even in the house many times. That is the good news about a Hammock stand. The one that I use is the Tato Gear Hammock Stand. But the bad news is that it cost $325.00. It is made really well. And will last for years. I look at it as an investment if you are going to be using it a lot in your life time. I did a video on it a few years ago. If you are interested. Please check it out. Thank you Van Isle Rider for watching.
Nice job; thank you. The only problem I have with the Ridgerunner is that there isn't a tarp made which is large enough to use in Winter storm mode. This is because the hammock doesn't collapse side to side like a gathered end hammock; the spreader bars make the geometry for a Winter tarp nearly impossible. The tarp would have to be shaped like a barn.
The Warbonnet Cloudburst with the doors added will work great as a winter tarp. It is designed for the Ridgerunner. It is a little big and on the heavy side. But a great tarp. Thank you for watching Richard.
Try using the DD 4 x 4. It is bullet proof in bad weather & makes a great winter tarp configuration! It's 4 meters x 4 meters which is 13.123 ft. x 13.123 ft.
Twin your tarp ridgeline and use sticks for spreader bars. One line goes above to hang the rainfly, the other goes below the tarp/fly on the entrance side (hung lower) for gear storage/clothes line. I like the extra headroom under the tarp for getting dressed standing up, etc.
Thanks for doing this review/demo of the Ridgerunner. Looks like a really nice hammock. Not sure if you mentioned it but would you mind telling us your height/weight? Trying to figure out how well I'll fit in the Ridgerunner.
I am 6 feet and weigh 225 pounds. This is the hammock that I will use during the summer months. But I have used it in the winter time also. It is a great hammock that gives the best views. Thank you for watching Mudbone. I really appreciate it.
Great video and thank you for sharing. I am about to get one but wonder what length of a tarp can full cover the RR and shut the doors perfectly? Thx again!
If you can get a 12ft. tarp with doors. That would work the best. And you want the panel pulls a little farther apart to accommodate the spreader bars.
Not if you are completely centered. With the long spreader bar and low cut. Makes it the best bridge hammock to address that problem. But because of the low cut on the side ( which give great viewing ) it dose not give you much room to place your arms. This is the hammock I will always use during the summer months. Great ventilation. And I have had this hammock down to 18 degrees.
I've been looking at hammocks for months and believe the RidgeRunner is the hammock for me. I do know I want to lighten it up what I can and have a couple of questions. 1. I went to the website for the spreader bars but their website does not mention the bars, how do I order them?. 2. are the whoopie sligs and webbing from dutch hardware?
I guess you now have to call them to order those carbon fiber spreader bars. ( 801-645-2635 ). The suspension is from Dutchware Gear. I will be using my Ridgerunner on my next trip. Which is Wednesday in the BWCA. Thank you for watching ndixie.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you sir for responding. I had a feeling they were an inch longer. Seems like it be more comfortable for the top and the bottom of the spreader bars
Can you reply with the info for the carbon fiber spreader bars? I went to the site you mentioned (rutalocura.com) but couldn’t find anything about ridgerunner replacement poles. Thanks in advance
With the carbon spreader bars,the woopie sling with a woopie hook on the end, with a 4 ft kevlar tree huggers and with a dutch clip. Both of these with there sacks. The hammock in a double end stuff sack. 29 ounces. You could save another 2.5 ounces by getting a single layer. I believe that is the lightest that you could get the Warbonnet Ridgerunner.
Great video, sir - it helped convince me to buy a Ridgerunner, which I got last Friday and took camping last weekend. As you say, it is very well designed and well made. I slept so well! BTW I fashioned my own bumpers by cutting an old bicycle inner tube into 1 1/2 inch lengths, and they work great. I was also admiring your hammock stand - is that the Tato Gear stand from Dutchware?
What a great hammock, especially in the summer for great ventilation and amazing views. I just love the saddle bags. Yes , that is a Tato Gear stand that purchased a Dutchware.
It is the Tato Gear Hammock Stand. I bought it at Dutchware Gear. ( www.dutchwaregear.com ). I will be car camping at a state park in northern Minnesota for 10 days. And I will be using this stand and the Warbonnet Ridgerunner.
It is a Tato Gear Hammock Stand. I purchased it at Duthchwear Gear. I did a review on it last fall. If you go to my channel and scroll down you will find it there. Thank you for watching Nathan.
I just love the BWCA. I have been around the world. And the BWCA is my favorite place. Nathan, have a great trip. You and I are blessed, to be able to experience the beauty of the BWCA.
Thank you sir, couldn't have said it better myself. First trip was almost perfect. Catch a few more fish and get the sleeping figured out (hence the new hammock) and I'll be all set!
Carbon fiber spreader bars are at ( www.rutalocura.com ). I just called them to order them. I could not find them on there page. ( 801-645-2635 ). Thank you for watching Patrick.
George rosado ,I would put my Exped synmat 9 in the Ridge Runner. That is 26 inches wide. I would think a 1/4 inch closed foam mat would be the limit. But not a 30 inch air mattress would be to tight.
Thanks for sharing. Glad to see you are shaving weight on the WBBr. I've been working with the bridge for a few years and and now have a 6-8 pond base weight. Check out the 2017 Yana Poles from www.rutalocura.com/trekking_poles.html you can drop the foot hammock pole and use one of these hiking poles to shave additional weight. He'll throw in the handle adapter as well. I've been using Dutches kevlar straps as a total strap from dog bones and tree huger. They do frey after some use but have lasted 2 years and hundreds of trails miles. Also consider replacing the dog bones with dynaglide. The Warbonnet 3/4 Lynx UQ (20 degree) might be lighter than your's. I've been working on accommodating a Zimmerbuilt quickpack with the bridge for summer use and had rutalocura.com build me a three section carbon head pole that will fit into the pack. Additionally, each of the three sections are the same length as the two foot sections allowing some redundancy. If you want to go this route just order the middle section for the head and use the two foot sections.
Al B Hey thanks for commenting on this video! I’ve had the Ridgerunner for about a year and have been using the Mountainsmith Trekking Poles as spreader bars. But at 10 ounces each, it adds up quite a bit! I’ve been looking at the Gossamer Gear LT4S poles but have been concerned they may break under stress as spreader bars. Have you had opportunity to test the carbon polls from Rutal Ocura as spreader bars? Are you using just one of the poles for the foot end or have you tried one for the head end as well?
The website is www.rutalocura.com . They dont have them posted on the website. You have to go to contact and call by phone. The number is 801 645 2635. I believe I paid 60 dollars for them.
@@backpackingwithahammock4006 I ordered my carbon fibre poles a few inches shorter so that the hammock is more concave and it gives me a better 3/4 side sleep. A very little bit of shoulder squeeze if I'm on my back, but that's not how I'm usually sleeping.
Just found your site today and you happened to review my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE HAMMOCK OF ALL TIME for camping and normal backpacking. Those spreader bars are very helpful IMO and make overall use much easier, more effective, and comfortable. If you're gonna invest in a hammock for multiple uses, this is the sweetest and most well made hammock I've come across. Glad it was a 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 Review experience for you.
Wm. ~
First guy to actually show getting in, moving around and getting onto your side. Thanks for showing how stable it is, I had doubts. This may be my first hammock!
Oh, and now I know what they mean by Double Layer. Very informative, thanks again!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Rendezous for watching. I really appreciate it.
Been to McCarthy many times! I’m an Iron Ranger from Virginia, MN. Glad to have found your channel! Thanks for the great info! I could tell that you have the same accent as me 😊
I have been going up to McCarthy beach a few times a year since 1965 or 66. So many great memories. It must of been a great place to grow at. Thank you Josephperko for watching. I really appreciate it.
I just used my new (used) Ridgerunner this weekend at Shabbona Lake State Park this weekend. Pretty happy with it. I need to get some kind of clip or something to keep my Nemo Fillow Pillow inside when I get in or out. The hammock has a tendency to spill contents that aren't in the side pockets. (nice shot of the sneaky squirrel BTW)
I had the same problem. What I will do is put my pillow up in the sag in the hammock above my head. That seems to work great for me. I will be car camping with my family next month. In which I will be using the Ridgerunner. I can't wait to get in it. Thank you John for watching.
I know your review is older; but, thanks. I am a side sleeper and considering this hammock. You helped out. Cheers from Minneapolis. Great to see you in MN.
The Warbonnet Ridgerunner is the best bridge hammock and for a hot some day. Plus the best viewing from any hammock. Thank you Tobias Ball for watching and your comment.
I just received my Ridgerunner yesterday and hung it this morning. I too am a side sleeper and I've used gathered-end hammocks for years, and while I can sleep on my side in them, the excess fabric near my head bothers me when it flops over onto the side of my head. It's an annoyance that I hope is not present in the Ridgerunner.
@@lexboegen Hey, just wondering what the verdict was. Did it work out well for you? I'm a side sleeper too and considering getting this hammock. I'd appreciate your opinion. Thanks!
Hi, did you end up getting it and if so, do you like it? I'm a side sleeper and thinking about getting one.
Great review. Covers a lot of things that other reviews brush over. Love my RR. Have had it for about 6 years now. Made in USA. Like your tip on the bumpers for your pole ends. Think I'll cut a little bit of bike tire tube and make some. You are on target with the double bottom too. I got a cheap closed cell foam pad with some Mylar on one side to slide in between layers. Nice and toasty. Tip on using a 75% unzipped sleeping bag for a quilt is exactly what I do too. Works great. My back loves my WBRR. Go Warbonnet!
I love my Ridgerunner in the summer and the Blackbird in the winter. Warbonnet is a great company that I highly recommend. Thank you for watching Dzedo. I really appreciate it.
It's nice to see someone else taking a Ka-Bar with them. Been carrying one with me since it was issued back in 1965.
I like the Warbonnet Blackbird and for lighter weight ( Ultralight backpack ) have been using the Warbonnet Traveler with a bug net. I camp in Florida's wet lands and found two hammock manufactures that the mosquitoes can not bite threw the bottom material of their hammocks. Warbonnet's Blackbird or Traveler ( double bottom ) and the Tropical Ultra Hammock by Clark. The Clark Tropical Ultra is a heavier hammock then the others and I like it for canoe camping. It appears that the Warbonnet Ridgerunner would also be 100% bug proof with the double bottom and netting.
I have been carrying my Ka-Bar for almost forty years. I would feel naked with out it. The Warbonnet Blackbird is a excellent hammock. I will be taking my Blackbird XLC on my next trip in the BWCA, next month. My next hammock review will be on that hammock.
Chuck Littleton Ka-Bars Rock. Never leave home without it at the cottage.
G’day mate. I enjoyed your video. And have been looking for some ultra lite spreader bars for my Ridge Runner.
Since I misplaced the original bars and have been using some cut down tent poles instead.
Checked out your advised site and yes you have to custom order them it seems. But great tips on reducing weight.
Keep up the good work. Ohhrahhhh!
I will be sleeping in my Ridgerunner by the end of next week. Great hammock for the summer time. Thank you for watching Glen.
Hello great review !
I'm newly contemplating Hammock vs 1 man tenting via Moto camping.
Do you find locating a proper tree spacing limiting for making a given campground / site work for you ?
I see the advantages vs a tent.
But the idea of finding an otherwise ideal campground after a long day of riding & then having to pass due to "no trees properly spaced" sounds like no fun !
(Whereas all tent camp spaces SHOULD have proper flat ground...)
Love to hear your thoughts 💭 and thank you !
David (in hot Texas)
In designated camp sites. There are always tent pads to set up. But if you are in an area that has a lot of trees. It is then hard to find a spot to set up a tent. But with trees that are 12 ft.- 20 ft. You can hang anywhere. I just got back from a trip in the black Hills of South Dakota. It was much easier to find trees to hang. Than a flat level spot for a tent. They both have pros and cons. I have done a series on Tent vs Hammocks. Please check them out. I believe they will be very helpful. Thank you for watching. Much appreciated.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine
Yes I'll look right now at your tent vs hammock vid.
I already have the Arrowhead 1 Man tent.
A guy in our BMW+ M/C group is selling his Warbonnet Ridgerunner Hammock ($200 obo) and I'm trying to decide.
Travelling solo on a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with side bags rear trunk & rear seat stacking space.
I wish I had time to local camp a few "test nights" but my sched has me leaving too soon.
Truly appreciate your input !!!
Great review! I just went to the BWCA for a week with my new REI quarter dome air hammock. First time camping with a hammock and I don't think I will go back to a tent. I like how yours has the saddle bags and an individual spot for the sleeping pad. I didn't have any issues though with just putting my pad in the hammock.My quarter dome came with the whoopi slings so that was a plus. I was surprised how easy it was to put up and take down. The whole rig comes in at 3lbs which is good for packing in.
Dave, that is a great start up hammock. And it comes with a lot of extras and a good price. Check out Dutchware gear on the internet. It's good to see another ground dweller, hanging in the trees.
My BA opinion once more . It made me feel good to hear you refer to "spreaders" which is what we called them years ago and they make all the difference when a person doesn't want to feel like a pupae in a cocoon . Mine were typically made from bamboo .
It is amazing how flat you can lay in that Warbonnet Ridgerunner and this makes me reconsider using a hammock again after many years of swearing I'd never sleep in one again . I do a fair amount of travelling with horses and mules and a small tent can kind of suck on wet & muddy terrain .
I think you are using paracord , but not certain... and had to laugh (in a respectful way ) at you keeping your trusty Kabar close at hand . This is something I can totally relate to and these days , I also keep a Glock 40 caliber around .
Time to do some research on a Ridgerunner and Thanks Very Much for your video and input . Best wishes for all future endeavors . Lefty
The Warbonnet Riderunner is my favorite hammock for the summer time. When all the Grandkids come over to spend the night. I will set up that hammock in the Man Cave and sleep like a baby.
FYI, those bumpers are made out of a heat-shrink material. You heat them up just a little bit (I used a lighter) and they'll shrink, forming a tight seal around the corner brackets.No more movement!
Thank you Steve for that info. I am leaving on a trip tomorrow, for Isle Royale, on which I will be bringing the Ridgerunner. I am going to try a hair dryer and see if that works. If not I will use the lighter.
You paid $5 for four inches of heatshrink?
Still like it almost 3 years later? Would my 60lb dog climbing in with me cause it to tip? Thanks for the honest review.
There would be no room for your dog. Unless your dog were to lay on top of you. The Ridgerunner is a tight fit for one person. Thank you for watching AB.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thanks for the reply, he is my foot/leg warmer. He does lay on top of them. I'm wondering if he will tip it over when he climbs in, as I have read these are more tippy than other hammocks. I suppose hanging it lower is a good idea. Still like it?
Nice review. I'm a gathered end hammocker . This is intriguing me. Do you know if a mod has been created to use trekking poles for the spreader bars? That would be a nice weight savings.
Arrowhead Equipment made trekking poles to convert as spreader bars. But I don't know if they still make them. The carbon spreader bars are so light. And I really like the trekking poles that I have. That I never tried them. The ultimate weight saving with a bridge hammock is using a small tree branch that you crave the ends to fit. thank you Parfproduction for watching. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for your response.
I am going to attempt to make my own bridge hammock. I've been researching various projects. I'm going to sacrifice one of my old 11 ft. gathered end hammocks. I'm going to use Mule tape for structural side support. Maybe I'll sew pockets with Mule tape for trekking poles.
Anyway, I've watched a few of your videos, and they are well done and enjoyable.
really well done review. logically presented and no fluff. thanks
Thank you for watching. I appreciate it.
Thanks for the video. Curious if you've seen or tried the Lawson Blue Ridge Camping Hammock? more poles I suppose, but if I can't find two properly-spaced trees, it'd be nice to know I still have shelter.
I have not tried the Lawson Blue Ridge Hammock. But maybe some day. You can convert any hammock to work on the ground. But you would have to have two hiking poles. I have to say. I do like things that are multifunctional. Thank you for watching Nathan. I really appreciate it.
It's stupid that Warbonnet doesn't offer carbon fiber spreader bars as an upgrade when you're purchasing the Ridgerunner. I wonder what percentage of Ridgerunner users don't bother to upgrade and just use the heavy factory spreaders.
And the other big annoyance I have with the Ridgerunner is how stupidly gigantic the cord locks are for everything. The drawstring for the double sided stuff sack that came with my Ridgerunner has tiny cords, but they use the same giant cord locks for that as for everything else. I replaced those two cord locks, the cord locks for the bug net, and the one on the bungie for the head end spreader bar. I probably saved 3 ounces total by downsizing the cord locks. Same function, just smaller and lighter.
Warbonnet definitely doesn't prioritize weight. Having said that, I do enjoy the sleep I get in my hammock. So much better than sleep I have gotten on the ground.
Brandon changed the design to make it lighter. I got a single layer to make it even lighter. As for the spreader bars. I totally agree. The Ridgerunner is my favorite hammock foe the warmer temperatures. And the view out of it is amazing. Not to mention the saddle bags. Thank you Rungavagairun for watching. I really appreciate it.
Ooorah brother! I was in from 93-97, 0311. I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these, but I heard you have to have a Warbonnet underquilt? Is that true? What brand underquilt do you use?
My under quilt for the Ridgerunner is made by UGQ. ( Under Ground Quilts ) They make a custom under quilt for that hammock. Those are the only two companies that I know of.
A lot of people will use a partial or a 3/4 length under quilt . And the claim that the work just fine. This way you can use the under quilt for both the bridge and the gathered end hammock. Semper fi my brother.
I'm 6'5" 180 lbs. I noticed that you fit with room to spare, but are 5 ft shorter than me. I'm concerned that I would be pushing the top and bottom even though it's supposedly good up to 6'6". Curious if you can comfortably relax with your arms behind your head(chicken wing style so to speak) and not be pushing into the edges tightly with your elbows? I've read that with a pad it's a little more rigid than an underquilt, but can raise you up and make it more tippy. Being able to have multi use hiking poles to me sounds the best way to go, but hard to find the right ones. Although, if one breaks their poles on a trip that would suck lol. Any thoughts on these issues would be helpful. thanks
I know a guy that are the same height as you ( 6'5" ). That always use the Ridgerunner. I have ask the the same question as you. And he said that it works just fine. Now I am broad in the shoulders as he. At first you will think that there is a little shoulder squeeze. But after sleeping in it. It was never a issue for me. Matter of fact. I just got back form a trip where I slept in it all week. I believe that it is the best hammock for summer time. You get a lot of ventilation with a great view. And always a flat lay. That doesn't mean that you can't use it in the winter. I have slept comfortably in it with temperatures in the teens.
Thank you MrBalas3 for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks for responding and answering my questions. I’ve never camped below 33 Fahrenheit so I should be good. I contacted Warbonnet and they said the bay at the head is about 41” wide which sounds good to me. Granted one does not get 41 inches of flat width lay. Looks like I will definitely consider it if they have a Labor Day sale.
Important question. Why are your sandals four sizes too big for your feet ? Is this a special technique that we don ´t know about ?
This guy is awesome
I really like the look of this hammock. I've wanted to see if I can find a way to open up the head. I get just a _little_ claustrophobic after a while. Not much, but I think I'd be a little more comfortable if it were open a bit. I also like to just lay awake at night and listen to the sounds. It makes my soul happy. :-)
Plus, mosquitoes LOVE my blood, so having netting built in would be good if I ever camp when they are hatching and my current hammock doesn't have netting. I'm definitely going to have to try this.
If you get a little claustrophobic. Than this is the hammock for you. Make sure you get a double layer.
Nice evaluation. One thing that intrigues me was the tripod support system you used rather than the trees. What make is it and what does that costs?
It is always better to hang between two trees. But there are times there may not be any trees available. I have used it even in the house many times. That is the good news about a Hammock stand. The one that I use is the Tato Gear Hammock Stand.
But the bad news is that it cost $325.00. It is made really well. And will last for years. I look at it as an investment if you are going to be using it a lot in your life time. I did a video on it a few years ago. If you are interested. Please check it out. Thank you Van Isle Rider for watching.
I use my hiking poles as spreader bars to save weight. Works well.
I think that's a great idea. Another great way to save weight. I've never tried it, that's something I'm going to be looking into. Thanks for sharing.
@überguy I use some mountainsmith poles that can screw apart. I think they are also used as a tripod or something.
Nice job; thank you. The only problem I have with the Ridgerunner is that there isn't a tarp made which is large enough to use in Winter storm mode. This is because the hammock doesn't collapse side to side like a gathered end hammock; the spreader bars make the geometry for a Winter tarp nearly impossible. The tarp would have to be shaped like a barn.
The Warbonnet Cloudburst with the doors added will work great as a winter tarp. It is designed for the Ridgerunner. It is a little big and on the heavy side. But a great tarp. Thank you for watching Richard.
Try using the DD 4 x 4. It is bullet proof in bad weather & makes a great winter tarp configuration! It's 4 meters x 4 meters which is 13.123 ft. x 13.123 ft.
Twin your tarp ridgeline and use sticks for spreader bars. One line goes above to hang the rainfly, the other goes below the tarp/fly on the entrance side (hung lower) for gear storage/clothes line. I like the extra headroom under the tarp for getting dressed standing up, etc.
Thanks for doing this review/demo of the Ridgerunner. Looks like a really nice hammock. Not sure if you mentioned it but would you mind telling us your height/weight? Trying to figure out how well I'll fit in the Ridgerunner.
I am 6 feet and weigh 225 pounds. This is the hammock that I will use during the summer months. But I have used it in the winter time also. It is a great hammock that gives the best views. Thank you for watching Mudbone. I really appreciate it.
Great video and thank you for sharing. I am about to get one but wonder what length of a tarp can full cover the RR and shut the doors perfectly? Thx again!
If you can get a 12ft. tarp with doors. That would work the best. And you want the panel pulls a little farther apart to accommodate the spreader bars.
Thank you for the info. Do you feel any shoulder squeeze?
Not if you are completely centered. With the long spreader bar and low cut. Makes it the best bridge hammock to address that problem. But because of the low cut on the side ( which give great viewing ) it dose not give you much room to place your arms. This is the hammock I will always use during the summer months. Great ventilation. And I have had this hammock down to 18 degrees.
Thank you so much for the clear explanation!
I've been looking at hammocks for months and believe the RidgeRunner is the hammock for me. I do know I want to lighten it up what I can and have a couple of questions. 1. I went to the website for the spreader bars but their website does not mention the bars, how do I order them?. 2. are the whoopie sligs and webbing from dutch hardware?
I guess you now have to call them to order those carbon fiber spreader bars. ( 801-645-2635 ). The suspension is from Dutchware Gear. I will be using my Ridgerunner on my next trip. Which is Wednesday in the BWCA. Thank you for watching ndixie.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks for the reply and information Brother!
Would you happen to know the diameter of the carbon fiber spreader bars you have on your hammock?
Did you go with the same length carbon fiber spreader bars or did you get a little bit longer?
They are about an inch longer. And so much lighter. Thank you Nathan for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you sir for responding. I had a feeling they were an inch longer. Seems like it be more comfortable for the top and the bottom of the spreader bars
Can you reply with the info for the carbon fiber spreader bars? I went to the site you mentioned (rutalocura.com) but couldn’t find anything about ridgerunner replacement poles. Thanks in advance
I don't know why they have not put them on their website yet. I had to order them by phone. Their number is 801-645-2635.
Great review, what is the lowest weight you got it down to with all the replacement parts?
With the carbon spreader bars,the woopie sling with a woopie hook on the end, with a 4 ft kevlar tree huggers and with a dutch clip. Both of these with there sacks. The hammock in a double end stuff sack. 29 ounces. You could save another 2.5 ounces by getting a single layer. I believe that is the lightest that you could get the Warbonnet Ridgerunner.
Great video, sir - it helped convince me to buy a Ridgerunner, which I got last Friday and took camping last weekend. As you say, it is very well designed and well made. I slept so well! BTW I fashioned my own bumpers by cutting an old bicycle inner tube into 1 1/2 inch lengths, and they work great. I was also admiring your hammock stand - is that the Tato Gear stand from Dutchware?
What a great hammock, especially in the summer for great ventilation and amazing views. I just love the saddle bags. Yes , that is a Tato Gear stand that purchased a Dutchware.
I love that Dutchware, but man is it addictive. Can't stop placing orders for fleaz, hooks, worms, clips, cords...
I am thinking of going into treatment for being a Dutchware addict.
Great review, helped me choose this hammock. Where did you get your stand? Thanks
It is the Tato Gear Hammock Stand. I bought it at Dutchware Gear. ( www.dutchwaregear.com ). I will be car camping at a state park in northern Minnesota for 10 days. And I will be using this stand and the Warbonnet Ridgerunner.
Thanks very much, appreciate the information.
What brand/model is your awesome hammock stand?? Great video, thanks.
It is a Tato Gear Hammock Stand. I purchased it at Duthchwear Gear. I did a review on it last fall. If you go to my channel and scroll down you will find it there. Thank you for watching Nathan.
Thank you, I'll check out your other video. Looking forward to our second BWCA trip this summer.
I just love the BWCA. I have been around the world. And the BWCA is my favorite place. Nathan, have a great trip. You and I are blessed, to be able to experience the beauty of the BWCA.
Thank you sir, couldn't have said it better myself. First trip was almost perfect. Catch a few more fish and get the sleeping figured out (hence the new hammock) and I'll be all set!
Please let me know how it went.
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Thank you for sharing Funsekr.
Have you ever tried using trees for your hammock? That stand looks awful heavy for a hike.
This is not for hiking. Just car camping.
I can't seem to be able to find those carbon fiber bars on the website.
me either
I dont know why they are not on their website. To order them , you have to call them. their phone number is:801-645-2635
@@treywilly431 You have to call or email; mine were delivered in a few days.
I'm sold however I couldn't find those replacement bars.
Carbon fiber spreader bars are at ( www.rutalocura.com ). I just called them to order them. I could not find them on there page. ( 801-645-2635 ). Thank you for watching Patrick.
Man the ending was classic
Thank you sir.
hi sir..question. can i put inside the ridge runner up to a 25 or 30" air pads?
George rosado ,I would put my Exped synmat 9 in the Ridge Runner. That is 26 inches wide. I would think a 1/4 inch closed foam mat would be the limit. But not a 30 inch air mattress would be to tight.
Yes you can use a 30” wide 3” tall klymit static v luxe and it’s awesome
Thank you! Great video...
Thank you sir.
Where did u get hammock stand
I got that from Dutchware Gear. It is called the Tato Hammock Stand. Thank you for watching BackDoor Creation. I really appreciate it.
thanks for the info. It is very expensive which is unfortunate. But at least now I have the brand name.
They are great if you plan on using them a lot. Otherwise very expensive.
Ahh! Torn between this and Blackbird XLC
Both are excellent hammocks. You cant go wrong either way.
Thanks for sharing. Glad to see you are shaving weight on the WBBr. I've been working with the bridge for a few years and and now have a 6-8 pond base weight. Check out the 2017 Yana Poles from www.rutalocura.com/trekking_poles.html you can drop the foot hammock pole and use one of these hiking poles to shave additional weight. He'll throw in the handle adapter as well. I've been using Dutches kevlar straps as a total strap from dog bones and tree huger. They do frey after some use but have lasted 2 years and hundreds of trails miles. Also consider replacing the dog bones with dynaglide. The Warbonnet 3/4 Lynx UQ (20 degree) might be lighter than your's. I've been working on accommodating a Zimmerbuilt quickpack with the bridge for summer use and had rutalocura.com build me a three section carbon head pole that will fit into the pack. Additionally, each of the three sections are the same length as the two foot sections allowing some redundancy. If you want to go this route just order the middle section for the head and use the two foot sections.
Al B Hey thanks for commenting on this video! I’ve had the Ridgerunner for about a year and have been using the Mountainsmith Trekking Poles as spreader bars. But at 10 ounces each, it adds up quite a bit! I’ve been looking at the Gossamer Gear LT4S poles but have been concerned they may break under stress as spreader bars. Have you had opportunity to test the carbon polls from Rutal Ocura as spreader bars? Are you using just one of the poles for the foot end or have you tried one for the head end as well?
Could you post the link to the spredder bars????
The website is www.rutalocura.com . They dont have them posted on the website. You have to go to contact and call by phone. The number is 801 645 2635.
I believe I paid 60 dollars for them.
@@backpackingwithahammock4006 I ordered my carbon fibre poles a few inches shorter so that the hammock is more concave and it gives me a better 3/4 side sleep. A very little bit of shoulder squeeze if I'm on my back, but that's not how I'm usually sleeping.
in what Shop you Pay the bumpers?
The bridge hammock bumpers are from Arrowhead Equipment. They are only 2.00
Hey, Marine. How tall are you?
Six feet. I know someone that is 6.5 that uses a Ridgerunner.
Perfect. I'm between 6' and 6'2, depending on how my back is feeling that day. (Getting old sucks.)
MinneSODA
no link for the item =(
Sorry I forgot. Hopefuly that will not happen again.
I forgive you . but just this time ok? =P
Your to kind. I shot that video up in northern Minnesota.
That hammock looks so stiff and uncomfortable. I wanna be a baby in a cloud.. not a military man sleeping on a step down from a cot. XD
That hammock is so comfortable, that I sleep like a baby. Some times I wake up with my thumb in my mouth.
Better than crayons...Oorah!