@@OscarOutdoors22i agree with cryptomillenial. I'm about to get my 1st hammock, and I found your video concise &easy to follow. Keep up the good work!
Great demo When you show the knot up close it’s so simple but efficient. Damp foggy day in the park but there was someone doing his exercise so you weren’t alone. Had to laugh at the beginning when you said the hammock is ridiculously high! Well done ...until the next video 🇨🇦 ❤️
Thank you, yeah there is a playlist of knots i started a while back. Really should pick that back up. Yeah literally at the back of my house. My daughters bedroom overlooks the area. And yeah he was hard at work bless Tbanks as always Sue
Excelent advise. A ridgeline makes all the difference in the world. I put one on every hammock that I have. A suggestion for determining the length that fits one's needs. I tie an overhand knot at one end just like you do. It is the easiest as well as a very strong knot. But, on the other end I use a tautline hitch that is adjustable. This allows quick and precise adjustments. After finding that "sweet spot" I tie another overhand knot as you have done. Quick and easy. One other thing that I do is get an extra stuff sack. I punch a hole in one of the bottom corners. I run the ridgeline through the opening at the top on the bag and through this hole I punched. I now have a quichly made ridgeline organizer. Keep the videos coming. I am enjoying them. And.. have a peek over at my channel where I review lots of hammock gear.
Been reading on line that after kids gone back to school next thing is letting people do outdoor activities and meeting each other . Most probably a limit on how many can meet. Great video 👍
Honestly, mate i love it. Try and borrow some gear first mate. Dont go spending a fortune. Try before you buy. If your local ill be happy to lend you a set up. Thanks for the support
Hey mate, just subscribed and watched a few of your hammock tips vids, via English woodsman recommended. I have a tarp tip, that I saw very briefly on a random vid.basically, Instead of tying knots in ridgeline, I bought a set of 2 adjustable Rope Ratchet Hanger for Hydroponics. About £5 a pair from eBay. Only need the one, others a spare. I just swapped the chord for a longer chord for ridgeline. Works great as a test, though I've not tried it on tarp yet due to lockdown. Great hack though, no knot learning.
They sound interesting... may have to check them out. Thanks for coming along, subbing and watching my videos. Really appreciated. Thank you Have you got q link. Post it here to benefi others too my friend
@@OscarOutdoors22 glad I subbed mate. New to hammocking. Have the DD travel hammock and 3x3 DD tarp, uQ, ... But only been out twice, was freezing, so got snugpak 4 season big softy sleeping bag. Not tried it yet due to lockdown.
Great idea, but might be a bit of a fiddle to fit it on hammocks with a built in fly net such as the DD Frontline. Will have a go though as this seems like a great idea. Thanks for the tip and video.
Thank you so very much for showing how to setup. I have seen some Canadian videos showing it, but they always talk as if everyone has done it before. Do you attach to the trees at head height or above or below? Is it depending on the trees? How thick should the trees be? Roughly how far apart? Amazing as always ATB
Hi mate roughly 5 good paces is a good starting point, but your suspension system will determine the distance. I can gi as far as 8.5 paces with 5inch diameter trees. Which is also the minimum i would use. Eye level or above again depending on your suspension. You want the hammock to comfortable to sit in with your feet on the floor. Hope that helps mate
@@OscarOutdoors22 That has been useful, thank you. As with many of us, you can now consider me a student of your teachings. You're doing a great job, so you should be proud 😎
I've been sleeping in hammocks a good while but still haven't done this. I might try it with a taut line hitch so I can get the length perfect hang then only have to re-tie the end off once.
@Aggy. How are you. Sorry i missed your message. The Snugpak tropical hammock is a great easy set up hammock although not perfect. The carabiners are heavy and they come with paracord suspension. Apart feom that the weight lomit is unrivaled and you get a little case which you can utilise in other ways. For a beginner thats not certain hammocking is for them. A little expensive, but a good investment if you decide you do like it. Hope that helps.. anything else just ask
@Jeff Ray I slept for a week on a trampoline in the summer 😁 and the first few days I actually had a sea sick sensation whenever I would roll in my sleep 🤦♂️
@@OscarOutdoors22 hey I'm good matey. I've had a couple of recommendations for a cheapie one on Amazon, Naturefun only 15.99. But then I thought the snugpak is another 30 quid and it's a brand I trust . 15 quid seems almost too cheap. When you say the snugpak one isn't perfect, what are the issues I need to watch for? Cheers 👍🏼
@@AggyGoesOutdoors as i say mate swap tbe carabiners out and change the suspension system for daisy's your good to go. Watch my tropical hammock review, i mention all the negs in there mate
Hi Charlotte, not wanting to steal Scott’s thunder! But if you are a side sleeper your best option is using what is called a “Bridge Hammock” couple of cons with these the total kit weight will be more than a simple hammock and they cost more. Kind regards from deepest Dorset 👍
@@clivenewton7609 thanks for that, I will have a look , luckily weight isn’t a problem , because we will only be in our garden. My son is on the autism spectrum, so we stay close. We are still practicing our camping skills . Thanks from sunny Suffolk 😁
I was wondering who you reminded me of,and happened to see on the cover of a magazine in town today a face that told me who it is- Nasty nick from eastenders 😉
You adjust the knots to suit you mate. I've got a hammock that has two settings on shorter for when with my wife in same hammock as it widens the material and longer when on my own. About 80 and 85 % length of the Hammock.
Thank you for being clear and concise
Glad it helped you!!
PERFECT! Thanks, I've been looking for such an explanation for a while.
Happy to help. Glad it's helped you
I used a whoopie for my ridgeline. Never have to worry about tying a knot and adjusts super easily ✌️
Ill.give that a go
Thank you, great video! Was looking for an easy to follow video on using paracord to create a ridgeline and out of almost 10 videos, I saved yours 😁
Many thanks. I appreciate that. Glad it helped you
@@OscarOutdoors22i agree with cryptomillenial. I'm about to get my 1st hammock, and I found your video concise &easy to follow. Keep up the good work!
@jimmcallister8907 thank you.. I'm going to do another series on Hammock Tips soon. It's difficult at this time of year... But I will get them out
This was the simplest video on a ridge line I’ve watched. Thanks😎
Thank you glad you liked it... simple but works well.. 💪
Neat tip Oscar. I'll be using this. Thanks so much. Mark
Thanks mate glad it'll help you out
@@OscarOutdoors22 That's OK. I'm going to give it a go. Saved it.
Thanks mate
Really helpful video with good clear instructions, cheers Scott, much appreciated.
Thank you. Really appreciate that mate. Glad its helped you out
Nice one just what I needed I've bought a hammock set up at Christmas, taking in as many tips n tricks as I can before trying it out
Nice one mate. Another tips video planned so look out for that soon. In the mean time check out my hammock tips playlist
Great demo
When you show the knot up close it’s so simple but efficient.
Damp foggy day in the park but there was someone doing his exercise so you weren’t alone.
Had to laugh at the beginning when you said the hammock is ridiculously high!
Well done ...until the next video 🇨🇦 ❤️
Thank you, yeah there is a playlist of knots i started a while back. Really should pick that back up.
Yeah literally at the back of my house. My daughters bedroom overlooks the area.
And yeah he was hard at work bless
Tbanks as always Sue
Excellent tutorial Scott.
Thanks for sharing mate.
ATVB.
Take care,
Steve. 👍👍
Thanks Steve Appreciated my friend
Excelent advise. A ridgeline makes all the difference in the world. I put one on every hammock that I have. A suggestion for determining the length that fits one's needs. I tie an overhand knot at one end just like you do. It is the easiest as well as a very strong knot. But, on the other end I use a tautline hitch that is adjustable. This allows quick and precise adjustments. After finding that "sweet spot" I tie another overhand knot as you have done. Quick and easy. One other thing that I do is get an extra stuff sack. I punch a hole in one of the bottom corners. I run the ridgeline through the opening at the top on the bag and through this hole I punched. I now have a quichly made ridgeline organizer. Keep the videos coming. I am enjoying them. And.. have a peek over at my channel where I review lots of hammock gear.
Have you got a link Bob, I cant click on your profile for some reason??
Some great tips and advice there brother thanks for commenting
Been reading on line that after kids gone back to school next thing is letting people do outdoor activities and meeting each other . Most probably a limit on how many can meet. Great video 👍
Really hope so... ive git cabin fever... thanks for the info. And watching really appreciate it
I can’t wait for the summer to come and the lockdown to end. Cheers for posting the vids, it keeps me sane.
Thanks ,Shaun hopefully keep the momentum coming.
Awesome Video. Well Done. Thanks & Take Care: Shawn
Thank you my friend
Thanks scott very much appreciated the most easy to follow video for this cheers mate...colin.
Thanks Colin.. i really must get another video made on some more hammock tips, thanks for the reminder! 👍
I brought a tent because I was unsure of a hammock. Since watching your channel I’ve become interested to try one! ATB stay safe 👍🦊
Honestly, mate i love it. Try and borrow some gear first mate. Dont go spending a fortune. Try before you buy. If your local ill be happy to lend you a set up.
Thanks for the support
super pall... always something to learn them moments when you go "yeaaa" i get it now...try it out and give yourself a little smile.
catcha pall
peace
Told you you'd get it lol.. 🤣🤣
@@OscarOutdoors22 I know but when your fiddling about in the dark, its not the same.......lol...lol
@@mickytwoknives you said you liked it
@@OscarOutdoors22 a bloke who knows how to let it hang .....what's not to like.....lol...lol
🤣🤣🤣
Great info. Thanks for the clear demo.
Thanks for watching hope it helps you out
Hey mate, just subscribed and watched a few of your hammock tips vids, via English woodsman recommended.
I have a tarp tip, that I saw very briefly on a random vid.basically, Instead of tying knots in ridgeline, I bought a set of 2 adjustable Rope Ratchet Hanger for Hydroponics. About £5 a pair from eBay. Only need the one, others a spare. I just swapped the chord for a longer chord for ridgeline. Works great as a test, though I've not tried it on tarp yet due to lockdown. Great hack though, no knot learning.
They sound interesting... may have to check them out.
Thanks for coming along, subbing and watching my videos. Really appreciated. Thank you
Have you got q link. Post it here to benefi others too my friend
@@OscarOutdoors22 glad I subbed mate. New to hammocking. Have the DD travel hammock and 3x3 DD tarp, uQ, ... But only been out twice, was freezing, so got snugpak 4 season big softy sleeping bag. Not tried it yet due to lockdown.
@@OscarOutdoors22 also if you do buy the Rope ratchet hangars, your spare be good Xmas present for Dan. Lol (£2.50)
Snugpak gear is quality mate and affordable. Great gear. Glad you subbed too. Hope my videos can help you out
🤣🤣🤣 yeah will do pal.. Great idea
Thanks for the how to!
Your welcome my friend
Nice 1 Scott mate ya make it look easy 👌👌🤙👍👍👍
Its Simple once you get used to it brother. Honestly. Practice, makes better... not perfect 🤣🤣
Good to know
Thank you
Thanks so much Sir.
Great idea, but might be a bit of a fiddle to fit it on hammocks with a built in fly net such as the DD Frontline. Will have a go though as this seems like a great idea. Thanks for the tip and video.
Let me know how you get on mate.. its rare i sleep in my bugnet hammock. 🤣🤜🤛
@@OscarOutdoors22 will do. I’ve just ordered some 4mm climbing rope.
Yeah good choice.. st4ong and flexible
How did you get on using on your DD ?
Just wanted to know as I’ve got one and need to do this?
Thanks
I got on pretty well with it. Check out my vid where the Police came looking
Appreciate the tip
Thanks mate
Thank you so very much for showing how to setup. I have seen some Canadian videos showing it, but they always talk as if everyone has done it before. Do you attach to the trees at head height or above or below? Is it depending on the trees? How thick should the trees be? Roughly how far apart? Amazing as always ATB
Hi mate roughly 5 good paces is a good starting point, but your suspension system will determine the distance. I can gi as far as 8.5 paces with 5inch diameter trees. Which is also the minimum i would use.
Eye level or above again depending on your suspension. You want the hammock to comfortable to sit in with your feet on the floor. Hope that helps mate
@@OscarOutdoors22 That has been useful, thank you. As with many of us, you can now consider me a student of your teachings. You're doing a great job, so you should be proud 😎
Thank you really appreciate that. Look up my hammock tips playlist
@@OscarOutdoors22 I shall do that very thing
Helpful thanks
Glad it helped
I've been sleeping in hammocks a good while but still haven't done this. I might try it with a taut line hitch so I can get the length perfect hang then only have to re-tie the end off once.
Yeah good idea mate... anything that makes it easier for you. Here tne basic idea.. now tweak it for you.
Great tutorial, definitely looking to get into hammocking when we're allowed out again. How would you rate the snugpak hammock for a beginner.
@Jeff Ray I'd seen a few people mention that bungee trick, I'll definetly try it!
@Aggy.
How are you. Sorry i missed your message. The Snugpak tropical hammock is a great easy set up hammock although not perfect. The carabiners are heavy and they come with paracord suspension.
Apart feom that the weight lomit is unrivaled and you get a little case which you can utilise in other ways.
For a beginner thats not certain hammocking is for them. A little expensive, but a good investment if you decide you do like it. Hope that helps.. anything else just ask
@Jeff Ray I slept for a week on a trampoline in the summer 😁 and the first few days I actually had a sea sick sensation whenever I would roll in my sleep 🤦♂️
@@OscarOutdoors22 hey I'm good matey. I've had a couple of recommendations for a cheapie one on Amazon, Naturefun only 15.99. But then I thought the snugpak is another 30 quid and it's a brand I trust . 15 quid seems almost too cheap. When you say the snugpak one isn't perfect, what are the issues I need to watch for? Cheers 👍🏼
@@AggyGoesOutdoors as i say mate swap tbe carabiners out and change the suspension system for daisy's your good to go. Watch my tropical hammock review, i mention all the negs in there mate
Hi Scott good vid mate.
Have you got a snugpak jungle blanket? If you have are they any good 👍
Yeah mate brilliant, compact well, hold in warmth great bit of gear you wouldnt be disappointed picking one up mate
@@OscarOutdoors22 cheers bud thanks i will do 👍
Alright Scott. Very informative as always. Hope you're good. Keep up the good stuff ✊
Thanks Dan mate.. ✊🤜🤛
Is the loop on the ends of your hammock 550? :)
Yes for now. Changing out for Amsteel when i get hold of some
I’ve never tried a hammock, do you have to be a back sleeper to used one?
No not at all, im a wriggler, front, side, back.... and never had any issues.
@@OscarOutdoors22 I may have to invest in one , thanks
Hi Charlotte, not wanting to steal Scott’s thunder! But if you are a side sleeper your best option is using what is called a “Bridge Hammock” couple of cons with these the total kit weight will be more than a simple hammock and they cost more. Kind regards from deepest Dorset 👍
@@clivenewton7609 thanks for that, I will have a look , luckily weight isn’t a problem , because we will only be in our garden. My son is on the autism spectrum, so we stay close. We are still practicing our camping skills .
Thanks from sunny Suffolk 😁
@@clivenewton7609 no thunder Stolen mate. All about knowledge sharing. So thanks for continuing my friend
Just been looking at hommoks need a waterproof one if there is one
Not sure about a waterproof hammock, but couple it with a tarp and you'll be halfway there.
@@OscarOutdoors22 thanks I just want to be dry not bothered about being warm my clothes keep me warm
Yeah look at 3x3 tarp mate
@@OscarOutdoors22 thanks I'll have a look
I was wondering who you reminded me of,and happened to see on the cover of a magazine in town today a face that told me who it is- Nasty nick from eastenders 😉
Ha ha...not the first time im heard that!!! 🤣🙂🤣
what happens if the ridgeline is too tight?
You adjust the knots to suit you mate. I've got a hammock that has two settings on shorter for when with my wife in same hammock as it widens the material and longer when on my own. About 80 and 85 % length of the Hammock.
@@OscarOutdoors22 I mean, e.g. when the trees are far and the ridge line is so tight I can"t bend it anymore - what's the harm?
@lukastux3024 no harm mate if the ridge line is set like in the vid it won't matter if they are 20 ft apart or 10 ft.. the ridge will stay the same
Are you in the NHS? Thin green line , I've made my own paracord woggle with the thin red line
Also a figure of eight is easier to untie
Hi Mate yes im an Ambulance Care Assistant love to see your woghle. Im i Scouting too.
Yeah thought about a figure of 8 bit figured this was easier for the demo.
T
I use figure 8 alot in climbing.
Thanks for watching mate
Just been looking at how to do these. I need a waterproof one and I'm away