Tents, hammocks, tarps and bivies
Tarps can be used above ground for a hammock, or on the ground like a tent. It is quite easy to hang a hammock tarp. Hang your hammock before you hang a hammock tarp. Essentially, there are 3 main steps. Fix the ridge-line Some tarps have a reinforced ridge-line and/or, pre-attached guidelines. When a… Read More Hang a hammock tarp
Tents are the most commonly used form of shelter on the trail and there are a number of things to consider when considering how to pick a tent that suits you. Size and shape. Clearly, your tent needs to fit all the occupants but also consider where your gear will reside whilst you sleep. Many… Read More How to pick a tent
Review The Big Agnes UL1 tent is an ultralight 1 person tent. At just 2.1 lbs, this is a fantastically light tent – especially since it is free standing. Only the small vestibule area (big enough for a pack and boots) needs to be secured by a stake (lightweight ones included), rock or handy vegetation. When… Read More Big Agnes UL1
There are many ways of hanging a hammock, this post describes perhaps the easiest and fastest method to hang a hammock using a pair of rings and paracord. Other posts describe how to use a farrimond hitch and how to use whoppies. The first thing to do is to lash to the tree. Prefer thicker rope or webbing… Read More Hanging a Hammock – Pair of rings
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