How to set up a hammock
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- Опубліковано 4 тра 2020
- When people get a hammock. They will quickly realize that there is a learning curve. But after setting it up a few times. They will find that it really is quite simple.
In this episode. We are going to first look at things you may need to know before you take it outside to hang.
Next we are going to examine some of the more popular suspensions that you would use to hang your hammock. And how to use them.
And then things to know when you climb into your little piece of paradise and how to get the ultimate comfort out of it and more.
HAMMOCK: Dutchware Gear 11ft. Wide Netless with continuous loops ( www.dutchwaregear.com )
SUSPENSIONS:
Whoopie Sling/Tree huggers/Carabiners (https:www.dutchwaregear.com ),(https;//www.hammockgear.com ), (www.warbonnetoutdoors.com ) and ( www.dreamhammock.com )
Cinch Buckle: This suspension I highly recommend ( www.superiorgear.com )
Daisey Chain: EZ-Slings suspension kit ( www.sierramadreresearch.com )
CONTINUOUS RIDGELINE: made of amsteel: ( www.hammockgear.com )
RIDGELINE ORGANIZER: ( www.dutchwaregear.com ), ( www.hammockgear.com ), ( www.dreamhammock.com)
I got the bug to Hammock camp and you have been an invaluable, encouraging resource. My 2 preteen sons and 2 of my daughters have enjoyed doing overnighters out in the yard and at friend’s property. So much more comfortable than laying on the ground...even with ground padding. Thank you Marine! Great tutorials!
I believe that our greatest resource, are our children. Spending time with them in the great outdoors is something that they will remember and also carry with them for the rest of there lives. Now I get to see my children doing the same with their children. Plus, most of the time I get to join them. I believe it was a good investment that payed off very well for me.
Thank you for watching S Davis. I really appreciate it.
Best, most concise info on suspension options packed into a short video I've found. The demonstration on correct use of cinch buckles as well as whoopie slings was spot on with details that are often missed on most how-to demos. Thanks for your attention to detail.
Awesome, thank you! I appreciate that Dirt Devils.
Thank you so much. Most informative all-in-one for a beginner. The show-and-tell approach and the mentioning measurements also in metric system was so pedagogical. Absolutely fabulous😊
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Nazaninnaderi so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
Wow! This is jammed packed with tips! I particularly liked the one at 16:00 for the chair mode! Thanks! Whoooooo buddy, as Shug would say!
Shug is the Godfather of hammocking. Thank you for watching galerienature. I really appreciate it.
Even after two years of hammock camping I learn something new watching your videos. Thanks I worked with a marine who said there is no such thing as user error only piss poor instruction.
This definitely does not apply to your videos! Again thanks!
My friend Runner always says: Proper planning prevents piss poor performance.
Thank you George for watching my videos. I really appreciate it.
Very informative, can’t wait to try these tricks
Glad you like them! Thank you Drewmonster for watching. i really appreciate it.
If there is ever a video to keep in the vault of how to set up, install with tips, tricks and knowledge that is well explained and superbly shown in detail. This will be there.
Awesome, detail, great presentation, nothing less than I have come to expect from this channel.
Stay safe Marine
Kevin, you are too kind. I thank you for all of those nice comments. I hope you and your family are well.
Do you have any trips planned this year?
@@AdventureswiththeMarine hi Marine, well deserved that video had so much important info. I am going saturday for a quick stealth one in a local private wood which I have permission for. But nothing till september when doing the Great Glen Canoe Trail in scotland from Fort William to Inverness. We travel on Loch Ness. I will be hammocking
After watching way more videos than I care to count, I came across yours and it helped me to understand so many things that had me holding off on hammock camping. The main issue I had was attaching the suspension, especially the structural ridgeline. Now, I am ready to start practicing and getting ready for my first overnight hang trip. Thank you so much!!
You are so welcome! Please let me know how your first overnighter went. Thank you Lee for watching. I really appreciate it.
I'm sitting here trying not to buy a bunch of new gear and you're killing me, brother! 🤣 When I do finally cave, I'm going to need to come back and watch this one again anyway. Be well up there and enjoy your new kit. S/F
It is so hard not to buying new gear during these times. I have not done so well Grumpy Grunt. Right now I have Grumpy Wife.
Semper Fi my brother.
This was a fantastic, updated, all inclusive hammock video. You included everything from ordering a hammock and getting multiple suspensions (because we will all do that eventually because that’s half the fun) to installing, and hanging and a bunch of tips that go along with the process. It was all to the point and just well done. Great video, great information 👍
Thank you so much for your kind comment coffeeneone, I really appreciate it.
1st point is what a lovely home you have digger, 2nd point is you should author an E-book with all the wonderful and factual information that you are providing for free on you tube, so potential hammock buyers/uses/campers have everything on what to.buy, how to set up and how to use a hammock. I don't think there is such a resource available explaining as clear and concise on the purchase, set up and use of hammocks as clear and as simple you explain it.
My brother is always encouraging me to write a book. Thank you Colmac James for the idea. i really appreciate it.
All good advice. Had my first night of the year on Saturday. It was good to get it there, all be it, in my garden. Stay safe.
An old saying: The best time and place to hang your hammock? When you can.
Thank you for watching Brian. I really appreciate it.
I got mine recently, and the first thing i did was set it up on my back patio. I try to sleep out there at least once a week. Its great
Former Marine here myself but not bear as knowledgeable. Subscribed :)
Thank you Kendall. It is nice to have another brother subscribed and watching. I really appreciate it. Semper Fi.
Thank you so much for all your posts. I like to send your videos to friends who are thinking about trying hammock camping. It’s always best to learn from somebody you don’t know. LOL God bless you. John
It would be greatly appreciated if you share them with your friends. Thank you for watching John. God bless
Very thorough, helpful advice by someone who obviously knows what they are doing. Thank you!
Thank you mrm549. That was very kind of you. I am always trying to learn more.
Great video. Both concise and clear.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you AD&M for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great video again - thank you! Very informative and helpful. Recently got a exped scout combi hammock and so far enjoying it. Your videos have been very insightful. Greetings from northern Alberta :)
I finally got to watch your channel. The first video got me with your family singing "How Great Thou Art". You have an incredible and talented family. You are truly Blessed.
Subscribed and looking forward to more videos.
Thank you for watching The Biegel Family Channel. I always appreciate it.
Thank you for this! I just got my first camping hammock recently and cant wait to be able to camp somewhere other than my backyard. Going to be binge watching to learn everything i can before i go.
You are very wise ( not just watching my videos ) getting as much info as you can. But to be successful. Is to take that knowledge and put it in practice. Which will create experience. Having knowledge and the experience is priceless.
Thank you foe watching night23fox.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thank you for the reply. Ive been trying to do as much as i can as home, as far as set up, making a ridgeline, practing prusik knots, etc. Thank you again
Tremendously helpful. Thank you sir.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching I Mari. I really appreciate it.
Great instructional video Marine 👍👍 thanks a lot !
Thank you for watching Marco. I really appreciate it.
I have been watching your videos on hammocks. And I want to thank you for the information you provided. I will be ordering my first Darian
For the price of a hammock with a integrated bug net. And light weight and great comfort. I believe you picked one of the best. If not thee best. You are really going to enjoy it. Happy Hanging Bruiser.
Great content, thank you for sharing! Even when I think I am familiar with a topic in your videos, I always learn something.
Awesome, thank you! I really appreciate that Jess.
Ditto!
Very helpful.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching Joel. I really appreciate it.
I always love you videos, don't know how I missed this one. God Bless
Thank you for not missing that one Warren. I hope you are doing well.
Very helpful, Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Did my first hammock camp a few weeks ago. Suffered from cold butt. lol Buying an under quilt!
One of the more pricey piece of gear unfortunately is the the under quilt. But if you plan on doing a lot of camping in the future. Then it is well worth it. If you take care of it . It should last you a life time. So it ends up being a good investment.
Thank you for watching Butch. I really appreciate it.
Great instructional video as always. Thanks for the tips. And thanks for the centimetres. We love those in Europe. :)
I always try to remember too. And that is because you guys are very special to me.
Thank you for sharing! BTW, I love the T-shirt so much!
My nephew have that to me for my birthday last year. Thank you Steven for watching. I really appreciate it.
Great tips on beginner hangers😎
Thank you for watching Willie Outdoors. I really appreciate it.
Love our hammock videos, im going to try it this summer in Sweden
Hope you enjoy it! Thank you for watching Mathias Ly. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine I bought a quilt for my ticket to the moon hammock, but should I buy a sleeping pad as well or is it enough with the quilt?
I'm not very good at English, I hope you understand what I mean.
I have probably watched most of your videos how to use my hammok ^^
// Mathias Sweden
@@mathiasly4231 Is the quilt a top quilt or an under quilt? If it is a top quilt. You will need some type of insolation under you. Like a foam pad. But if you can afford it. The best insolation underneath is an under quilt. I hope this helps. If you ever have any questions. Please ask.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Its a under quilt sir.
@@mathiasly4231 You will not need any other type of insolation underneath.. You are good to go. The one drawback to the under quilt is that you have to adjust it every time you get out, then get back in. But it is so well worth it. That under quilt underneath you is going to keep you toasty warm.
Thanks for the video. It was well done. I although I’m already familiar with the basics, it’ can be very useful for beginners. Marine got got say that your video skills are getting top notch. Explains why your almost reaching 20 000 subscribers 😉. Well done 👍👍👍
Well thank you Rick. I appreciate that. I always have room to learn more.
I just ordered netless hammock from dutchware with only continous loop and I was confused which items I should order to hang it on the tree. Thank you so much for the help!
If you don't need a bug net right away. You made the right chose. Your going to love the netless hammock. You can always order a bug net later. Thank you for watching sherief kamal. I always appreciate it.
Thanks 👍
Welcome 👍 Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it.
Love the shirt!
Thank you Linsey so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
Enjoy your videos and because of those I have purchased two hammocks. But, not for camping but for earthquake preparedness. I live near San Francisco, CA. My thinking is whenever there is a big earthquake there many aftershocks. It's the aftershocks that create sleepless nights. So I believe the hammocks will reduce the shakiness felt on a bed, making it easier to sleep. Not sure it will work or the best way to set them up. Maybe you can give it some thought and create some videos and tag them as earthquake preparedness.
thank you!
You're welcome! Thank you Michael for watching.
Which one is the best for bigger than normal 330 6 1 that will hold up? With a bug net and the best price?
i love your knowledge of hammocks i own an warbonnet elderado and blackbird hammocks i was wondering why the ridgeline is so low compared to the dream hammocks and chameleon by dutchware i find this makes it harder to get in and out of any thoughts?
That is because of the design and the cut of the hammock. If you are not so tall. You could shorten the rigeline to give a deeper sag. But make sure that you are still comfortable when lying in it.
What I do is just sit in it to where it is either in front of me or behind me. Some time a little lower angle on the suspension will help. Thank you for watching Brian.
Always great to hear from you Marine !!!
I hope you and your family are doing well George. Any trips plan for the year. If everything goes well soon.
Loads of great advice again.
Am looking to transition from a cheap day hike hammock, to something I can sleep in overnight on the trail.
Sadly most hammocks on sale over here in England seem to max out around 8ft 10in (2.7m) long - which according to advice on one of your earlier videos is way too short for me at 6ft 2in.
Will have to investigate shipping one over from the States. Thanks again.
You would definitely need a 11ft hammock. With the width from 64in to 70in ( 164cm to 177cm ). If you do not need a bug net. Then I would recommend the Dutchware Wide Netless Hammock with the knotty Mods and a structual ridgeline and a pair of continuous loops ( they don't come with the hammock anymore ).
This is my favorite hammock. My son just bought one a few months ago , who is also 6ft 2in.
Backpacking With a Hammock Many thanks - will definitely look at the Dutchware hammock. As have bought (bullet proof) suspension gear from them long ago, but didn’t realise they made hammocks as well.
Someone else has mentioned looking at Warbonnet. Any other (good value) US brands worth checking - the likes of Clark are too rich for my blood. Many thanks.
Dream Hammock Darien and Warbonnet Blackbird XLC are great hammocks for camping.
I am leaving for a trip in a hour. I am using the Dream Hammock Darien and I am letting someone use my Warrbonet Blackbird XLC. My son is using his wide netless from Dutchware gear.
I finally bought a hammock after following your channel and many others. It's a Hennessy Hammock. I don't hear much about them on UA-cam but I hope it's good I'm really tall and it says it will hold up to 7 feet tall. I'm 3 inches shy of 7ft so hopefully it will work.
I don't like the ropes attached so I'll probably swap out the suspension. Any advice for getting whoopie slings over cinch buckles?
I have used the Whoopie Sling for a few years now. They are very light weight and packable. I have seen straps break. But never a Whoopie Sling.
But I do have say that I have been using the cinch buckles from Superior Hammock latly. They are very simple to use.
I have tried many hammocks. But never a Hennessy. Please let me know what you think of it, when you have used it a few times Ryan.
You might mention that with a Whoopie sling, there is a high overhead in the required distance between trees. The length of loops and the “bury” section that grabs the line can add about two feet to the distance requirement. Shorter people don’t want trees too far apart because they can’t reach up high enough to make the proper angles.
Straps or daisy chains have minimal “distance” overhead. But often the “step” distance, 5 to 6 inches between daisy chain loops is too much. I carry a six inch continuous loop I can double over to three inches. Putting that in a loop and connecting to it gives me half a step difference; for most cases is close enough.
I have mentioned that in other videos. But you are so right. I should have mentioned it. I hope people will read your comment. Thank you for sharing that Paul.
Thank you for sharing! As a newbie, I need a dictionary for all the hammock terminology! Whoopie this, larks head that etc.🤔
There is a little bit of a learning curve to this hammock thing. But after a shot time. It is all quite simple. Ecept for trying to figure out . WHO started the name WOOPIE SLING. Thank you LOVE MATTERS. I always appreciate it.
I totally agree on the last part of the hammock being to small , that’s why at 6’4” and 190 lbs I’m considering a 12 foot gathered end hammock. I only see them made my Arrowhead Equipment and Dutchware. But if one is interested in the add-ones you have to get an 11 ft. So my question is will it make a difference in the lay that much between 11 and 12 foot at my height! Not sure how much I need all the extras and they are quite pricey. I’ve seen Dream Hammock and Shelltowee as well. Bit of a noobie here. I have a 110” x 58” gathered end and an Amok Draumr XL. Thanks.
Length is very important. But by far the most overlooked and misunderstood is the width. If I where you. And it sounds like that you are on a budget. I would get the Dutchware Gear "The 12 Footer". It has a width of 68 inches ( I would of liked to have it at 70 inches like the wide 11ft. Netless. But right now that is the widest Dutch can get for that fabric ). It has knottymods ( to create a footbox ) and it is only 45 dollars. But that does not include the continuous loops or a structural ridgeline. And you will need to buy a suspension. They sell potable bug nets if this is the hammock you want to use it for camping.
Otherwise. If you want a hammock with a integrated bug net. Then I would get the Darrin from dream hammock. Contact Randy and ask him if he would make you a 12 footer with the width either 68, 70 or 72 inches in the width. I am sure he would be more than happy to do that for you. Plus you can get add-on's if you want.
Hi Marine, this is Pete from Hudson. I recently switched to a ridgerunner, which I know you use a lot. My question is what tarp and underquilt do you use? My Hammock Gear Journey tarp just isn't long or wide enough and I had some cold spots a couple of weeks ago on the Angleworm trail using my Hammock Gear Incubator underquilt. Would appreciate your wisdom and experience on some recommendations. Thanks, Pete
Hey, It is good to hear from you, Pete. You will want a tarp that is around 10ft. wide. Because you will hang the bridge hammock at a 20-degree angle. You can use a 12 or 13ft. in length if you want. But the side panels pullouts must be farther apart to accommodate the spreader bars. But Jason from warbonnet created a tarp that is specifically made for the Ridgerunner. It is the Cloudburst. I love using the Ridgerunner during the summer months ( my go-to hammock ). And that is the tarp that I will use. It is a rectangular tarp. Nothing fancy. A big wide tarp, which I really like. It is the kind of tarp that everybody can get under when it rains.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks Marine, what is your favorite underquilt for the RR? Thanks, Pete
great video! Would it be possible to share a link of everything included in this video? Thanks!
Done! Thank you Phoebe He for watching. I really appreciate it.
Love it! I learned a lot thanks agian
@@AdventureswiththeMarine I really like the yellow tree huggers you used in this video, can you share a link for that?
just ordered my hammock i cant wait lmao. it was expensive too. now i dont know if it comes with everything included so im a bit nervous
What hammock did you order?
@@AdventureswiththeMarine i ordered a hammock from DD hammocks from amazon. today i got my tarp but still no hammock. the tarp comes with 4 pegs and 4 guy lines so i have high hopes the hammock comes with something. if not i will have to go to a camping store and buy everything.
Thanks for the Basics. Most of the other videos I've seen assume the viewer already has a lot of knowledge. Just one question, At 6'10 260lb. most hammocks are just not comfortable. Any suggestions for us non-Midgets? LOL.
Same. I'm an inch shorter, same weight. I just bought a Hennessy Hammock. I haven't had a chance to try it out but I'm hoping it will fit
Look at an Amok Draumr XL if you don’t do to long backpacking trips. A bit heavy and naturally pricey, but will just barely fit ya.
Check out the Dutchware 11ft hammock
I'm 6'4" and @220lb and haven't felt uncomfortable sleeping in one
I would agree with Jake. My favorite hammock is the Dutchware Gear wide 11ft. Netless. 70 in. width.
Dutch came out with a 12ft. But only 68 inches.
I was hoping to have it tested by now. I have a brother that is 6'5''. About 280lbs. He is going to be my guinea pig.
Has #homemadewondrlust contact you about hammock camping ⛺️ since she is a ground dweller?? I know she was wanting to try hammocking on a thru hike.
No. I have not heard from her. I would not mind connecting with her and share some insight hammock camping. She has a great channel and dose a great job.
I have heart problems and have been told not to have my head lower than my feet. Is this a problem for hammock camping?
When lying in a hammock. You are always trying to achieve a flat lie. If you lie closer to the head end of the hammock. Then your head will be higher. And also how you hang it. Will determine which end will be higher. But a bridge hammock would be your best option. I hope this helped Shane.
Hello sir were did you order your hammock and the suspention can i ask some link or link or facebook thank you
The hammock that I used in this video is the Dutchware Gear ( www.dutchwaregear.com ) Wide 11ft. Netless ( which is my favorite hammock ). The suspension that I have bee using is the Cinch Buckles from Superior Hammock. (www.superiorgear.com )
I just put in some other links down below. Thank you for watching Hoskinz Tunacao. I really appreciate it.
what brand/site did you get this setup from?
I'm sorry. I forgot to put in the links down below. I just got done putting them in.
The hammock that I used in this tutorial is from Dutchware Gear ( www.dutchwaregear.com ) it is the Wide 11ft. Netless and the suspension that I have been using lately is a Cinch Buckle from Superior hammock ( www.superiorgear.com )
Thank you for watching Michael. I really appreciate it.
That becket hitch looks like a slipped half hitch.
There is so many names for the slippery half hitch. I was taught that the name was a simple loop knot. Thank you Ninjaridaz for watching.
I don't like whoopie slings, since it can't get as short as other methods.
That is the biggest con for the Whoopie Sling. Thank you for watching Maximillian "Setzke" Cooke. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Tomorrow I'm getting some more things in the mail from dutchwaregear and will try out using one long line and sliding my hammock up and down it with prussik knots. You helped me with that idea from another video so thank you!
And now I want to upgrade my suspension system on my Hennessy...
I have been using the Superior Hammock Cinch Buckles lately. They are heavier than my whoopie slings ( that I have been using for years ). But they are so nice to use.
Backpacking With a Hammock I like the idea of the daisy chain. But I also like to have my tarp attached to the hammock. I’ll dig some ideas here and there.
You sound like from from up north yah know?
Born and raised in Minnesota, you bet yah. Thank you Raice Bannon for watching. I really appreciate it.
Ok don’t laugh! How do you set up the tarp?
Well Randy you are in luck. My next 3 videos are going to be: " How to get warm and stay warm in a hammock" " Things to consider when buying a tarp" " How to set up a Tarp". Stay tuned Randy and thank you for watching.
First!!! 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Thank you for being first.
Thanks for the hammock tips..... many times I have had friends that hammock tell me how great they are. I always said why do I need a hammock when I can sleep on the ground. Well I have to say I sleep in my hammock now as a remedy to make my back feel better. Sleeping on a bed is nice but I like to rotate it up by sleeping on the floor, sleeping on a bed and sleeping in a hammock. For people that have back problems this is an amazing remedy.!!!! I don’t know what it is about a hammock but they work it fkn amazing!!!!
You don't need 18 minutes to explain how to set up a hammock ffs. Sweet sweet ad revenue!
Thank you Jonathan for watching. I really appreciate it.