For deep winter camping, I highly recommend 2 hammocks, the lower one being fastened with bungee cords to let it ride under the upper, yet flex down so its contents will not be compressed. This lower one can be filled with the pads you used here, or with outer layer clothes that you won't be wearing in your sleeping bag. It can be set up to wrap you up well from below, blocks air flow in all directions, and provides uncompressed insulation that rides close at all times. Alternatively, one can book a room at the nearest motor 8 hotel, :D
@TheGoocherLee
5 ай бұрын
I realize this is an older video, but I wanted to come back here to say that this simple system works incredibly!! I first watched this video about 8 years ago, and since then, I've camped many many times and had great success with it on very cold nights! Many of my camping friends poke fun at my gear when I'm setting up, but come the next day they all agree for the money invested it is dollar for dollar way better than the expensive gear they were touting to me the night before! Thanks Dave for this video and all YOU do for us living the common man approach. Cheers!
@TheSouthwestBackpacker
11 жыл бұрын
I stumbled on this same system based on trial and error. When I 1st started hammock hanging, there was next to no info on other ways to battle convection in a hammock. I used a vehicle dash shade made from reflectix in combination with a foam Thermorest pad one night and I slept warm all through the night. Watching your video just verifies to me (and my Backpacking friends who gave me crap about bringing a "solar array" with me) that this system works great! Thanks Dave!
@__-pl3jg
10 жыл бұрын
Glad to see I'm not the only one who uses this stuff. Last year I got some to wrap my water heater. Since then I've been using it for all kinds of stuff! I made a mummy sack that my sleeping bag rests in. I'm now able to sleep comfortably down to 10 degrees F. Before my comfortable minimum was about 40 degrees F.
@michaelmeadows5142
8 жыл бұрын
Dave, This is similar to the set up I've used in the past when cold weather camping and your video drives the point home! The only difference is I've used the survival blanket as the Mylar insulation/reflector under the pad and wrapped that around myself with a wool blanket when I went light. As a caveat, condensation was a result... but not enough to cause discomfort. I then switched to Reflectix insulation ($25.00/ 48"x25') after walking through my local big box home improvement store. Worked much better and slept without discomfort, condensation, etc. with a sleeping bag, and/or hammock quilt. All in all, great videos, keep up the information flowing, and see you with mother nature some day!
@futuresonex
11 жыл бұрын
I've never been a huge hammock fan simply because I have trouble sleeping in them. I love the concept though. For someone who can sleep comfortably in one it's definitely the way to go! As for the foam pad, those things are worth their weight in gold. During the winter months you can make that platinum! Even when I carried a nice thick air mattress to sleep on it always went down on top of a foam pad, always. You stay a heck of a lot warmer, and your air mattress doesn't get holes poked in it!
@billcampbell9886
11 жыл бұрын
Good video, good info, but look at the tree at 01:32 minutes into the video then again at 04:14 to see the damage repelling grade rope has done. Rope may not be the best choice for use in parks or well traveled areas.
@mumblejunkie
11 жыл бұрын
Since moving back to the UK from southern spain, found i needed more insulation on the bottom of my hammock, tried wool blanket but for me the air mat worked a treat. Also having a sleeping bag liner saves washing your bag which makes your bag inefective. These are great tips, enjoy the show which i find better than duel survival anyway. Respect to you,your family, and everyone else who enjoys the outdoors..respect.
@luvtafsh
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip Dave, used that very set up myself. I've also taken advantage of a 40% off sale at JoAnns fabric and got about 6yrds of camo micro fleece and rigged it up to hang just under my hammock. Then used my MSS and slept toasty warm down to 32° in my t'shirt and tighty whitetys. But I still have my reflectix as a backup.
@wilc53
9 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, great video as usual. I am a cheapo too and converted a $30.00 Wal-Mart 30 degree bag into an extra long underquilt and top quilt . I snugged the underquilt into place using some shock cord and made a drawstring gather on the ends. It keeps the quilt snug up and on the sides of the hammock so I don't suffer from cold shoulder or cold butt syndrome. I've taken this down to 14 degrees by adding a woobie and good fleece longhorns.
@tkdjoe7926
8 жыл бұрын
Maybe you could cut the bubble wrap stuff to the size of your mat and attach them together somehow to make it one solid piece. This would prevent them from sliding apart in the middle of the night. I don't know how well it would roll up or anything though... just a thought.
@CentralOSurvival
11 жыл бұрын
Good idea Dave! I made a underquilt out of a goodwill sierra designs convertable sleepin bag and a sun screen made from the same material. Kept me nice an toasty down to about 20 degrees f..all exept my feet. So the next morning I made a foot box to go around the foot end of my hammock out of an extra small nylon tarp I had and my wind stopper jacket and an emergencie blanket..kept my pigs nice an toasty the next night! You rock man! I been a fan since dual survival.
@mitchargus8270
8 жыл бұрын
I do T know if you still look at the comments on these videos but I wanted to let you know that I spent last night in my Hennessy hammock with this setup. I used my rubberized yoga mat and a windshield reflector pad with a few fleece blankets. It only dropped to 44° F but I still slept very warm. I can't wait to get out in the woods for a few nights. Thanks for the great advice!!
@Jaden48108
6 жыл бұрын
A common man has listened and learned. Thank you.
@MrPoppabear255
11 жыл бұрын
This system works well and I have used it when I first started hammock camping. Depending on the temps I occasionally had minor condensation problems. But nothing that keep me from sleeping comfortably. Excellent tips for those starting out with a hammock.
@shuckthedog
10 жыл бұрын
Dave, I can testify to this working as I have used this sleep system myself in Scotland. I have a car screen reflector made from the same stuff, surprisingly works a treat and feels like a heated pad underneath me.
@bigdmdiddy
11 жыл бұрын
Just went for my first cold weather camping last weekend and it got down to 22F with wind chill of 12-14F. Basically did the same thing....though not as cheaply. Good to see some low cost alternatives. Sleeping pad underneath (self-inflate), 20F sleeping bag, wool blanket over (polish military) and reflective tarp covering about 2 feet above that. No moisture, no overheating...slept deeply even though I'm a restless sleeper. Well done, big guy!
@patrickalaggio3560
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent tips! I was looking for a smart way to do this for a raised bed I just built and now plan on using this set up. I was aware of the "reflex" insulation material and have even used this as a pad for kneeling and sitting when in the woods but not the combo using the exercise mat, which should do the trick nicely. Thanks again for all the great tips you share on your channel.
@donnya1000
11 жыл бұрын
Great tip Dave! That flex insulation has many uses. I used it on the subfloor of my shed and laid down recycled plastic tiles that are used for garage flooring on top of it to reduce the convection heat loss under my shed which is up off the ground. It also provides a slightly cushioned floor that is easy on your back if you are standing a lot. Thanks for the vids, I look forward to them every day.
@stevebolen967
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks ,you're the first KZitem video to suggest lining the inner side ,which i have been doing. At the end of the summer I buy several pool air mattresses @ .75 cent each ,these are lite ,pack small ,conduct body heat through the channels and haven't failed.Packing extra bulky gear seems to defeat the purpose of light weight hammock camping.
@ancsdad
11 жыл бұрын
By giving the rope another turn around the tree the rope may slip less during setup AND it may satisfy the strap users trying took observe leave no trace principles of reducing damage to the tree bark. Love what you do sharing your tips and tricks with us all. Thanks
@swagmanandy
11 жыл бұрын
Out of all the hammock systems I've seen, this is far and away the best. Regards Andy.
@crazyhorseranchaz
8 жыл бұрын
THANX DAVE, It is a couple years old since you made this video but good advice or teaching doesnt have a time table. I love watching your videos , it shows that you were listening to who ever was teaching you or showing you how to be able to handle what ever you had to and do it using correct tools for the job plus cutting cost when possible. if need be, a man after my own heart. You are refreshing my memory of days gone by plus new ways of getting my time out in the wilderness more comfortable. Your helping a lot of folks that would have no idea how to survive when push comes to shove, hard times are coming and there coming faster than most would like. Your teachings couldn't come at a better time and folks need to realize there are more things that can happen to us all then just severe weather storms. So in closing i say, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, KEEP TEACHING, MAKE AS MANY VIDEOS AS YOU CAN, JOB WELL DONE, MAY GOD BLESS YOU, AND MAYBE MENTION YOUR STORE MORE OFTEN SO FOLKS CAN PURCHASE QUALITY PRODUCTS AT REASONABLE AND VERY FAIR PRICE POINTS. I THINK FOLKS WILL BE GLAD YOU HAVE THEM AND BE GLAD THEY DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT GETTING CHEATED AND HAVE BEEN TESTED FOR THAT OLD FASHION MADE IN THE GOOD OLD U.S.A. AND WILL LAST THEM LIKE THE GOOD OLD DAYS WHEN YOU JUST BOUGHT THEM ONCE. I'm SORRY SO LONG, THANKS AGAIN, WISH WE HAD MORE LIKE YA!
@Tommy1977777
10 жыл бұрын
Seen a lot of folks on here talking about outdoor living. I did ten years in the Marines and during that time I got to practice my outdoor living skill set quite a bit. I'm always on the lookout for hammock tips. I was especially keen on this video due to its advice in combating heat loss due to convection. If you can, see about posting a series of videos of advice on putting together starter sets of gear. I've been walking the woods and jungles for a while but I am always on the lookout for good advice. Excellent advice in this video as well!
@zippynippy
10 жыл бұрын
Edward, I don't know if Dave's older videos are still up on KZitem, but he has done a couple on putting together kits on the cheap. Thrift Stores and garage sales are good sources for inexpensive gear. Hope you find the info for which you seek.
@mrjsjacques
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, I am a HUGE fan of your work!!! you are an expert and it is more than obvious to me as a fan who was the real survivalist on "dual survivor"...you provide excellent information in a way that the common man can both understand and relate to...Keep up the good work we'll be fans in whichever venue you offer your expertise !!
@214rwoz
11 жыл бұрын
Dave great stuff as usual. I always through it would be really cold in the winter in a hammock but this shows it can be done., better then trying to sleep on the snow, I've had to do that once in Jersey, what a bad night !
@Tylor092190
11 жыл бұрын
my whole family misses you on tv man you were the best survival guy ever to hit tv !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@paulfury1
11 жыл бұрын
wow that was a very good show.... i just wrote that down for my list of stuff to buy for our bug out bags. Dave you are the man i enjoy watching all your videos and all the knowledge that i am learning from watching..... Thanks Bud, keep up the excellent work
@bear09871
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, I think you are great! When you miss speak or make a mistake you apologize for it. I think it is unnecessary but you do. You thank your viewers and your subscribers all the time!! I think you have a great personality and a great demeanor about yourself! Thank you for all you teach and show to other! I'm getting longer in the tooth now but its nice to see that still!!! Great job brother!!!
@BraveTheWilds
11 жыл бұрын
Nice video Dave! I've used the mylar pad for a few years now and have a few drawbacks I would like to point out so people know. The pad is pretty slippery and can be hard to position under you and keep under you when you get in the hammock. The next drawback is the size, once you slip off the pad you immediately freeze. After I experience this I switched to 2 cheap mylar blankets taped together. I then tied and hung it so it was a few inches below my hammock. Very warm and nothing to slip off of
@alexanderweaver9182
5 жыл бұрын
Great concept, Dave! I use the green mat (25" width) in the camping section of Walmart and a windshield reflective mat used in my Jeep. Works like a charm. To keep them aligned I bought the $2 lashing straps at Walmart; two of them work well and can be used to lash the bedroll to the outside of the pack (molle system). Using quality rope is an incredible idea to replace the tree straps. Instead of 550 I use a 40lb tensile strength rope for my tarp's centerline. Rope and #36 bank line are so invaluable when camping. I have a testing campsite in my backyard and have the same rope centerline for almost three years and it's still functioning well. I use 550 for my prusik knots to secure the various tarps I test.
@ialokinstein
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, love the hammock videos! I'm up here in Wisconsin, the weather can change in minutes; you've really turned me into a hammock fan. Its been far easier to pack and use versus a tent for my survival practice, and even low-key weekend camping! Thanks for great info ~ Ben
@deangousse2113
10 жыл бұрын
I just used a nearly identical setup this past weekend. My differences were; I used the green foam pad from Walmart, and the entire MSS system. Same reflectix layer. Temp got down to 18 degrees and I was toasty warm.
@CleanRunShooting
10 жыл бұрын
I use a 110" RV windshield reflector I got on clearance for about $15. The extra length is awesome to fold up around my feet. It's also wide enough to tie or bungee up the sides around me for extra warmth and wind protection. It's also a kickass ground pad with enough room at the feet for my Belgian.
@WoodlandGhost
11 жыл бұрын
I had no idea you were a fellow hanger. I have been using this same set up for a few years now, works great. I live in Nova Scotia Canada and have spent a lot of time in the bush,(tarps,tents and self constructed shelters) in all four seasons. Once you've spent a night or two in " the pod", you'll find it hard to go back. The actual name the the product is " reflectix " for those of you looking it up, or asking for it at a retailer. Thx for the multitude of videos you've posted over the years.
@jnsnj1
11 жыл бұрын
Dave I've been using that bubble stuff as a sleeping pad for almost a year now and it works better than any commercial sleeping pad I have ever owned. When the dog refuses to scoot over you know it works. Slippery though.
@sigeskrima
11 жыл бұрын
Hey, Dave. Instead of reflex duct wrap you could use a one piece windshield reflector that is made from basically the same material and comes pre-cut between 48 and 60 inches. They even come folded with elastic retaining straps. Every once in a while I see them in the dollar store, but I've rarely seen them for more than $5.
@woodsranger2007
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, great vid. I too now use a Mil foam pad cut in half 36". I put the end paracord that cinches the hammock throught the bottom of a fleece sleeping bag. The bag can then be pulled up and around you in the hammock like a cacoon.I allways put on dry thermals, dry wool socks and sneakers, and balaclava.The sneakers keep my feet warm so insulation is not needed under them. And the sneakers allow me to get up quickly in the night. I put my clothes back on over my thermals.This takes me down to 20
@MossStoneWoodlore
9 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea Dave. I have been looking for a good alternative to the crazy expensive under quilts. Thanks for sharing :) -Lochlainn
@jasonculver4177
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave for sharing your knowledge and experience with your winterized sleep system. I intend on adding these implements to my pack so I'll be prepared for cold weather. I love that it weighs very little as well, being that I'm a minimalist kind of guy. Thanks again!
@WildernessPA
11 жыл бұрын
I see that Gold's Gym mat everytime I go into Wal Mart and never give it a second glance, but now I am going to get one. Great multi use, throw away if need be item. Thanks again Dave!
@fezufo
11 жыл бұрын
I bought a DD Hammock some weeks ago and tried it with the windscreen relectors...result was a cold butt.I tried with a bivvy bag+reflectors same scenario.I tried it with the reflectors,bivvy bag and sleeping bag and got to sleep as i was warm.I have just purchased a roll mat (8mm) and tried that without the bag and it was ok.All 4 items and you will be toastie.I would recommend getting maybe 3-4ft in width as you can lose heat from the sides too!-great video.CHEERS!
@killerbeans86
10 жыл бұрын
Excellent rope info. I've gotten tired of fighting with cargo straps and the simplicity you demonstrate will come in handy.
@50crowley
10 жыл бұрын
Alternatively, you can take your heaviest outer layers and wrap the outside of the hammock. It'll probably be a little tight and won't trap all of your heat, but it's better than nothing and can be very helpful if you're unprepared or in a bind.
@DrowDove3
10 жыл бұрын
First of all I want to thank you for your videos. You and Les Stroud have become inspirations to me and my pursuit to enjoy the outdoors in any condition. This video has answered a lot of questions that I didn't know how to ask especially the one I've had most recently on my mind, "Should I go tent or hammock?" I love camping and I'm becoming a big hammock fan but had concerns with cold or freezing weather. I have camped in cold weather conditions using a Walmart tent and no fire (think I have a KZitem video on that and it surprisingly wasn't bad at all. I did a cold weather clothing system in near freezing and wet or light rain conditions (also a KZitem video) and had a great experience. I feel this video has empowered me to try a cold/freezing weather hammock camp and would also like to try a cold/freezing wet hammock camp if the weather here in Texas ever gets cold enough I'll be sure to post one up if the conditions present themselves. Gotta start thinking and prepping for that occasion should it occur. Thanks again for your time you put into your videos for the common man; I can't ever say how much I appreciate you and your videos.
@MultiRusty111
10 жыл бұрын
Been searching for ideas concerning cold weather camping,and hammock camping setup.This one is right on the money.Didn't know about distance from ground to hammock concerning conduction.A very informative video.Thanks(I watch alot of your videos)
@chriss895
11 жыл бұрын
Another great video from Dave and at just the right time, I live in Canada and I was going on a weekend survival trip soon. Being partial to sleeping in a hammock this kind of information will help greatly. Thank you!
@badbobby11
10 жыл бұрын
I was already doing this with the same hammock and mylar wrap. I dont use the rubber mat though. Happy to see good ideas are self evident.
@kennethgray2003
6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Short, simple and to the point. Thanks a lot David.
@NotLeft74
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent ideas. Very cool. Thats why we love you Dave, always droppin the knowledge bombs. This is exactly what I was looking for.
@Awaitingprey
11 жыл бұрын
Good idea with the reflex. Cheap, simple and effective, love the common man frame of mind. Keep it up brother.
@Atkrdu
10 жыл бұрын
A trick I learned recently was to cut the footbox off of a regular sleeping bag & use that as an underquilt. Saw it on the DD Hammocks site where they have demonstrations of the Jungle Modular Hammock.
@SwampRatProductions
11 жыл бұрын
So glad your continuing to do vids ! Both of those items would make great signaling devices. Contrast and reflective . Also the would create dense black smoke. Gotta love multi purpose.
@Ebonforge
11 жыл бұрын
Cool Idea. I live in Oregon and it's usually cold and wet about 350 days out of the year especially along the coastal areas. I'll have to try this out!
@mrdonelsonglhs
7 жыл бұрын
I can vouch for the pad and using reflection. I bought the reflective visors used in car windows (about $3 @ Walmart) ... they fold in a z pattern and they do the job as well. Thanks for sharing!
@MrJpow22
11 жыл бұрын
Still thanking us after all these videos! You're the Best in the biz, Dave!
@MikeDye86
11 жыл бұрын
Great video! I do my hammock setup completely different but its nice to get some new ideas. I use the peapod sleeping bag and a mylar windshield cover. Works great at 40-30 degrees.
@cjmor1804
11 жыл бұрын
liked the rope setup. looks alot better than how i've been hanging mine, excluding your extra knot. i've always used a loop of rope cinched around the tree, with an overhand knot wherever the hammock needs hooked.
@galenlong3005
11 жыл бұрын
Great video Dave, Thank you for what you have done for us by departing your vast knowledge upon us.
@DB-re7wr
8 жыл бұрын
Great vids man. Can I make a suggestion? Hanging a hammock with a rope is not best practice. 1- It's forbidden in many national parks to hang with a rope. 2- It is anything but Leave No Trace. The rope can cut into the tree, and in areas where trees are used regurlarly for hammocking it can damage and/or outright kill trees. Please look up "treehuggers," you should be using a flat strap at least an inch wide to minimize your impact. You can do the same knots with it. Use straps, not ropes.
@DB-re7wr
8 жыл бұрын
Wow Corey Parks what a well thought out and well worded response... Following Leave no Trace principles has nothing to do with being a tree hugger nut and everything to do with taking care of the forest in which you are existing or visiting. Being a survivalist or a backpacker, if we take care if it will be there for others to use. Also failure to use tree straps properly on the wrong trees can lead to your support trees breaking, or breaking on the next guy that comes along. Also his account name is " ***** " not "survival guy," anyone that makes their money as an outfitter should be concerned with the impact their customer's leave behind. I've survived off the land both in uniform and out. So you can save you "tree hugger" vs survivalist bullcrap for somewhere else. People that live close to the land understand its value.
@RealityCheckGA
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing just started Hammock camping this past year with Enu One Link System. Takes some getting use for big guys
@davidshaw380
10 жыл бұрын
I bought a mat and am waiting for it to get here in the mail... excellent idea about the reflectix insulation!!! I'll get some for my gear and maybe even use some to make a micro cabin/bicycle rv trailer with...
@luvn69205
6 жыл бұрын
It sounds pretty good, and I see a lot of people agree with the ideas. What I don't see is what to do about the condensation that can collect from the reflective heat on the mylar pad. I used a similar setup with a pad and a windshield deflector. Stayed pretty warm until about 2:00 am when I noticed the bottom of the sleeping bag was damp. There was actually little puddles of water in the creases of the reflector. Fortunately it only got down in the 40's that night.
@onemananddog
11 жыл бұрын
hi Dave we have just had one of our wettest coldest winters over here ( uk) and I used exactly these insulators and was fine in snow and very cold nights minus 6/7 great since the ground was very wet all winter
@BadgerBlogger
11 жыл бұрын
I need to get some of the Reflex Insulation. I have been using a Mylar coated sun screen, of the type sold to put in a car windshield to block the sun. I haven't slept in it, but I use it to sit on in this cold Wisconsin winter, and it works pretty good.
@lkpettyak
11 жыл бұрын
A bit more Dave. Someone mentioned that you should glue these together. I've found that if you simply lay them together, then roll them up, they tend to "stick" together really well. No need to glue them. Also, I just leave them together when I roll them up. Great system. Again, thanks from Alaska.
@kentcostello8099
5 жыл бұрын
I got a camping hammock last April I love it . I always wanted to take it. Out in late fall and winter on camping . Thank you for the info 👍😜
@ecdonovan10
11 жыл бұрын
I sleep on a cot while camping but the same applies. You get convection under neath in the winter. Using a mat and the reflex would be great. I will give it a try later this January at my local BSA Klondike Derby. As a leader I tend to spend my evenings talking around the camp fire. The only problem is the side not facing the fire gets cold. Idea! Try a sheet of the reflex on my chair. Problem solved. Great video.
@Atkrdu
11 жыл бұрын
Great video, Dave! Was actually wondering about hammocks for the winter time & figured they wouldn't be much good. What about 1 or 2 of those reusable space blankets? Might be a thinner way of getting that heat (even though it wouldn't do much for padding or have the same multipurposes as that other stuff you mentioned). Guess I was wrong about hammocks (at least, if you have that other stuff). Thanks a lot, Dave. Look foward to the winter vids.
@mcdahnahld
11 жыл бұрын
Hi Bruce. The trade name for the product (in the US where I presume you reside) is 'Reflectix'. It goes by several different names (especially outside the lower 48) but will be found, whatever it's called, in the hardware store section with the HVAC stuff. Also pick up a roll of aluminum tape, and make yourself some sweet pot cozies on the cheap.
@MAXCOBRALAZERFACE
5 жыл бұрын
In my opinion that setup works best in a double layered hammock. It traps the sleeping pads and keeps them from sliding. Also you can stuff a jacket by your shoulder or feet if you’re getting a cold spot.
@Ficktao
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks David! I like your idea of the slip knot. Very quick, simple to tie and untie.
@platefullofbacon
11 жыл бұрын
Hey Dave, I have to say that you look much "happier".. now that you have had that demon burden lifted from you, that Jesus Christ forgave you for. I am so happy for you Brother! Also, Outstanding video... I look forward to trying this method out up here in Wisconsin over the weekend.. I especially like how you showed the knot tying too! I look forward to watching the "New Dave" videos.. In His Name.
@Liam_Nielsen
11 жыл бұрын
Every time i watch one of these videos i come away having learned something valuable. Thanks Dave
@vincentc6919
6 жыл бұрын
Great set up. works just like he says it does. Merry Christmas Dave
@ls6502
11 жыл бұрын
dave, love u bro.every video u put out I go out and try.it may not work the first time but I try and try agin,till I get it right.dont ever stop.god speed bro.
@antpop1
11 жыл бұрын
Great video as always! Question: Have you tried placing the Reflex pad inside a sleeping bag? Would more direct contact with the body make for a warmer sleep experience? Or are there drawbacks to doing that? Thanks again! You always inspire me to get out there!
@Luso308
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent info on hammock rigging. The best I´ve seen. Thank you for your generosity of sharing your knowledge, sir.
@Echo4PapaBravo
11 жыл бұрын
Good info, brother. Gonna have to get some of that Mylar. I've been carrying a waterproof yoga mat for years in my pack, like you mentioned with it partially unrolled. I stuff the other things in it to protect from any poke through from sharp rocks or branches, learned that in the Corps. Makes a great sleeping mat and moisture barrier year round, costs about $20, but is well worth it. I gotta keep the Gortex bivy on my MSS, the black bag takes forever to dry if it gets even a little wet.
@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234
7 жыл бұрын
Very nice Dave. I am now just getting into using the hammock, I like it very much. Thanks
@sabrarambam
11 жыл бұрын
Love the fact you're always teaching new things to learn.
@ssghawk2887
10 жыл бұрын
GREAT STUFF, Great Series, expertly presented. Takes me back to my Eagle Scout days (I'm 64) when we had to make all of our own gear mostly out of WWII and Korea Army Surplus and the military days when we continued the mission (Charlie Mike!) no matter what. . Can you update this with more Common Man Hammock Winterizing tips for even colder temperatures.. As three, possible stupid ideas I got two 1949 feather Army mummy bags for cheap and I am going to try to make a pea pod out of them. I know they will be heavy but this is for the common man and I do not have a problem doing 5 miles or so with a 70 pack. . I plan to add Walmart cheap polyester insulation in the tubes where the feathers are crushed or hopefully locate a trift shop for some cheao down caots to slvage the down. Will use the hoods to make massive chest and neck adjustable draft tubes and maybe a nice hat that will cover the neck, head and ears if I have left excess material. I also am thinking about making your hammock overcover trap put of two all space blankets I have. I want to have the separe ridgeline on a horizontal angle and adequately sized vent holes at the top of the head and foot end. I will want to put rain cover overhangs at the vent holes. Then my thinking is to try to come up with a candle to heat the space that is totally safe. I am playing around with a several cans of versions size with the largest can being position so fire can not get out of it and that it will be cool enough to touch all around. Last thought is a foot pocket or knee high booties made out of closed foam cell lined with the reflex line with army surplus wool boot liners (dirt cheap) and something to act as a draft tube to trap the warm in. Well, if this does not prove that you got me stoked nothing will. I appreciate the lives that you have undoubtedly already have saved and that you will save in the future. Thank. Sarge .
@Waldhandwerk
11 жыл бұрын
Great setup, ...and many thanks for the cool knot! Best wishes, Sepp
@ka8rma
9 жыл бұрын
I use the same set up but no mylar. I'm in northern michigan and use my hammock year around. Just put foot warmers in and i was nice and comfortable During The winter
@EastTexasRabbit
11 жыл бұрын
I hammock camp alot and really like the methods you showed in this video,and will probubly use them when I camp out next. Thanks so much for all your videos.
@kumbackquatsta
11 жыл бұрын
i miss your common man stuff, dave. i hope you keep it up but don't stop the blacksmithing series, i'm enjoying that too. you should forge some arrow/bolt heads for your new crossbow
@fozzynw9175
Жыл бұрын
Great information always. So is there an updated version of this now? A new way? The ridgeline videos are updated and much better depolyment. I just wonder if Mr. Canterbury has perfected the Hammock setup as well?
@EatCarbs
11 жыл бұрын
That stuff is called reflectix... great stuff. I'm looking at a 24inch by 25ft long roll for $22 at Home Depot. Cheap and you have spare for other projects. Great tip.. I should get a roll since I want to start hanging more this year. I don't sleep great in my hammock.. hopefully more time in it will help.
@xxtagnastyxx
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, you are the most bad ass man on the planet
@geraldhenrickson7472
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! Awesome video. I have tried the foam pad before but am anxious to add the mylar bubble wrap layer! Thanks again, Jerry
@albertjones4803
11 жыл бұрын
great tips dave i use similer the form mat and reflective strip are bonded together and it really works well for me atb alb
@michaelhodges8312
7 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Always learning something. Love all the pathfinder stuff I bought!
@rymdlego22
11 жыл бұрын
Keep em flowing! nice tips Dave! loved it!! Also the knots! im fascinated by knots! lol! i can hardly do any of em but i love how a rope can be handled with skills!
@MrKelso159
9 жыл бұрын
Thats a great idea cause alot of us can't afford 2 or 3 hundred bucks on an under quilt. I will have to try that. I do have one of those workout pads in the garage. Thanks for doing the video and well done !
@marycahill546
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave. I hate being enveloped in a synthetic hammock, but can see with this method it's the way to go.
@angiela7777
9 жыл бұрын
I really love this video. I just found you and am now a subscriber. I am a winter hammock girl and have some great tricks that cost nothing if you are home, but this mylar has made my day as I also love backpacking. I love this lightweight option and am sharing it to a group I am involved with. Thank you so much for this!
@hoagybob
11 жыл бұрын
Dave, how about making a sleeping pod using the reflex? 13' folded over then glued, taped, velcro-ed, or even stitched to make a tube open at one end. With a sleeping bag inside this you'd have a watertight zero convective-loss pod. Maybe too warm even. Thanks for your awesome creativity with these videos.
@polishpicl
11 жыл бұрын
I must agree. Dave has moved up in standings without that fat hippy. I am doing my first Bushmaster type camping on the Appalachain trail in November and am using 90% of what Dave is teaching me on his videos on YOU TUBE. Thank you Dave, and I do have a few ideas, but was unsure how to get them to Dave to try and see if they work for him. YOU GO DAVE.
@aravec
9 жыл бұрын
What a great video!. Brilliantly made with everything explained concisely and clearly. Done like a pro. Thank you.
@billbutner1723
11 жыл бұрын
Been using this system for about two years! Works great!
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