ray mears eco sleep out system
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I think Sandbender has one, but have a look at this thread, if you do a search on hammocks you will find plenty of information on pretty much all the various types available from cheap to extortionate
If you don't mind paying 100 quid for a hammock it is a good one. If you do mind, then it's too expensive. Can't say fairer than that... 
I have one and love it, haven't got a bad word to say about mine does what it says on the tin.
mine came second hand and used once or twice i think,so i didn't pay the full asking from woodlore. I'm not sure if i strated again that i would get one of these or one of the Hennessys with a hex fly
have a look round better still see if you can try some out
all the best
James
mine came second hand and used once or twice i think,so i didn't pay the full asking from woodlore. I'm not sure if i strated again that i would get one of these or one of the Hennessys with a hex fly
have a look round better still see if you can try some out
all the best
James
I wouldn't say it is and I couldn't say it is as Ive not slept in another type yet.
I've had a good look at the Hennessy as I thought about changing, all the reports I get about them are positive, I guess your going to have to make your own mind up. I'll tell you all I can about my system but I can't compare as I've not had a chance to do it myself yet.
James
I've had a good look at the Hennessy as I thought about changing, all the reports I get about them are positive, I guess your going to have to make your own mind up. I'll tell you all I can about my system but I can't compare as I've not had a chance to do it myself yet.
James
I have one and have been sleeping in it two or three nights a week since June.
Yes it is more expensive than most but I liked the design and it's toughness.
I used to own a Hennesey and used it in some fairly rough parts of the world, it was a superb sleeping system however it was a little too high tech for me and I disliked the closed in feeling the integral fly gave me. So I sold it with a view to purchasing a Pro Pod.
I had an opportunity to travel with several people (including Ray) who were using Eco systems earlier this year, initially dismissive I warmed to the idea and ordered one on my return.
Yes it is more expensive than most but I liked the design and it's toughness.
I used to own a Hennesey and used it in some fairly rough parts of the world, it was a superb sleeping system however it was a little too high tech for me and I disliked the closed in feeling the integral fly gave me. So I sold it with a view to purchasing a Pro Pod.
I had an opportunity to travel with several people (including Ray) who were using Eco systems earlier this year, initially dismissive I warmed to the idea and ordered one on my return.
jdlenton said:
We could swap though ....
Did you used a TaR in it?
Does the tarp give you plenty of coverage / space to make a brew - when it hangs over the hammock? (suppose so ... I've got the Woodlore tarp and it's massive. But just wondering about it in combination with the hammock).
i have not really look at the eco sleep system as rays stuff is normaly top price bracket but what do you get for your £100 does it work out the same as a hennessy once you have shelled out for extras like snakeskins and hexyflys?
Hammock £135 from penrith. Mosi net about £48. That's £183. You then need the tarp, which doesnt have to be a woodlore. All you need then is the cord for hanging the tarp. Cheap it isn't, but when you have one you know why it isn't cheap. It is very well made, and to be honest i think it's a great system, and really quite simple to put up. Having the net seperate gives you much more of an open feeling. And because the hammock is so big, it is really comfy and easy to get flat. You can almost lie horizontally in it ( and i am a tad under 6 foot). And it takes my enormous weight, which is always a bonus....
We could swap, but that would mean a bushcraft trip to either England or Holland Im up for that dont know what my wife would think of me shooting of to Holland on a jolly though LOLAhjno said:We could swap though ....
Whats a TaR never seen that acronym?Ahjno said:
The tarp gives good cover whilst laid or sat in the hammock but I dont brew up too close to my bed any more trangia + meths + man made fibers =very big nasty mess not going to risk that had a bit of an incident once.Ahjno said:
I would like a bigger tarp though, maybe another Woodlore tarp to attach to the one I have then I could use it as an extension to sit under or a wind brake but Ive not had the cash to buy another neither have I looked for an alternative.
jdlenton said:We could swap, but that would mean a bushcraft trip to either England or Holland Im up for that dont know what my wife would think of me shooting of to Holland on a jolly though LOL
She would think you're mad
I'm up for that aswell. Still have to visit one of the Ashwood meet ups ... First possibility to cross the pond for me is at the end of january though.
(And of course not necessarily for a swap - putting names to faces is just as great!)
jdlenton said:
Innocent Bystander is right: a TaR is a Therm-a-Rest (took me several days to find out what all those acronyms mean the others guys use ...
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innocent bystander said:
Ah right no not used on of them in the hamock yet as i don't own one (but would love too)
I have ponco liner and a thing you put in your windscreen when it's sunny to stop the car getting hot [don't know how to descirbie it in a few words] anyway its made of foam and backed on both sides with space blanket material it folds up nicley and it goes on the side of my rucksack these should do me when it gets cold but i'll have an experiment with setting them up under the hamockand report back later if i find anyting good
James
I too have an eco sleep system and am more than happy with it. Here are a few pros and cons (IMHO):
Pro's:
Well made, strong and robust. Pockets on the inside. Dead easy to put up and very versatile.
Con's:
A tad expensive and a tad heavy. I've found that the suspension tapes snag on anything but super-smooth bark. Being a short a**e, I also find it a bit big - this makes it good for when using as a seat arrangement during the day but can make it a bit awkward for sleeping (the side fold inwards onto your face). A good 10 mins fidget normally sorts this though!
On the whole though, I would recommend them.
Pro's:
Well made, strong and robust. Pockets on the inside. Dead easy to put up and very versatile.
Con's:
A tad expensive and a tad heavy. I've found that the suspension tapes snag on anything but super-smooth bark. Being a short a**e, I also find it a bit big - this makes it good for when using as a seat arrangement during the day but can make it a bit awkward for sleeping (the side fold inwards onto your face). A good 10 mins fidget normally sorts this though!
On the whole though, I would recommend them.
JD, out of curiosity, how do you use your poncho liner with it, and does it make a difference?
I was wondering if it could be slightly modified to make an underquilt...
I was wondering if it could be slightly modified to make an underquilt...
K
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I've got one, kind of by accident. Got the aussie tarp first, which is fairly standard, but essential peice of bushcraft kit.
Then my wife bought me the hammock, which is trully fantastic. Well made, out of tough material. Reasonably light, packs down. Huge - you can sleep horizontally - and I like the fact that it can be pulled 'round you. Makes it warmer in cold weather.
Lastly I got the mozzie net. Some people don't like the design, but I think it works well. Unfortuantely, mine has ripped quite severely, after only 2 nights, so I'm going to get on to woodlore about it.
I've also recently got a hennessy, which is lighter and quicker to put up, but less versatile or comfortable.
Is it worth the money? Perhaps not. But is it an excellent way of sleeping? Yes.
Then my wife bought me the hammock, which is trully fantastic. Well made, out of tough material. Reasonably light, packs down. Huge - you can sleep horizontally - and I like the fact that it can be pulled 'round you. Makes it warmer in cold weather.
Lastly I got the mozzie net. Some people don't like the design, but I think it works well. Unfortuantely, mine has ripped quite severely, after only 2 nights, so I'm going to get on to woodlore about it.
I've also recently got a hennessy, which is lighter and quicker to put up, but less versatile or comfortable.
Is it worth the money? Perhaps not. But is it an excellent way of sleeping? Yes.
Hi all,
how does the ecosystem mozzienet close underneath you? Does it have a zipper or maybe velcro?
I've got a hammock mosquito net that looks similar in design (a white one from Travelsafe, can't find a picture of it) and to close it underneath my hammock I have to use the sort of clips that are used to hang clothes to dry ("clothespins" says my dictionary). IMHO this is not the optimal way to close it so i'm thinking of putting a zipper, velcro, a drawstring or even buttons onto it. Any advice or experiences on this subject will be greatly appreciated.
Tom
how does the ecosystem mozzienet close underneath you? Does it have a zipper or maybe velcro?
I've got a hammock mosquito net that looks similar in design (a white one from Travelsafe, can't find a picture of it) and to close it underneath my hammock I have to use the sort of clips that are used to hang clothes to dry ("clothespins" says my dictionary). IMHO this is not the optimal way to close it so i'm thinking of putting a zipper, velcro, a drawstring or even buttons onto it. Any advice or experiences on this subject will be greatly appreciated.
Tom
