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    Hammocking, where to start?

    Well, that was quite something. The trip is done and it was amazing, Away with 2 friends in the canoes and camping around the lochs of Scotland. Just wanted to say that the DD Frontline XL hammock, paired with the DD Jura 2 XL sleeping back and OneTigris underquilt was a very comfortable set...
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    Hammocking, where to start?

    Good morning friends. I write this to you after my best night of sleep in a hammock so far. So comfortable last night and the onetigris underquilt had performed very well. It was only down to about 8 degrees last night but I was lovely and cosy and the underquilt stayed in place really nicely...
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    Hammocking, where to start?

    The Tigris underquilt arrived today and I set it up in the garden. Immediately I can see it is a better fit and that it creates a slightly bigger air pocket for keeping me warm. I "tested" it by having a kip this afternoon! It was warm, but of course, not a real test. I will be out for a night...
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    Hammocking, where to start?

    Well, this thread got me thinking about underquilts and I've ordered a Tigris Night Protector given its greater length and width. Your comment backs that thinking up. Trying it out on Thursday! Have a great trip and let us know how it goes. I recently fitted my whoopee slings correctly and it...
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    Hammocking, where to start?

    Good morning. As it happens I am typing this reply while having a cup of tea next to my hammock after another test night! What great fun. First up, I use the DD 4x4 tarp as I like that extra cover. I think it would be a bit tight with a 3x3 but the diamond formation would probably cover it...
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    Hammocking, where to start?

    Hi there, I am 6'2" and a good bit more 100kg. I use the DD - XL - Frontline Hammock and it gives me loads of space. I can also side sleep in which gives me plenty sleeping options. With it I use the DD under quilt and the DD Jura 2 XL sleeping bag to round out my sleep system. The integrated...
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    Greetings from Scotland

    Hello everyone. I am in the process of improving my bushcraft and camping skills and I thought this would be a good place to learn more and meet like minded people. Been camping my whole life, love outdoor cooking and I have recently started hammock camping. Cheers. DaftHaggis