Kilted on the Loyalsock Trail

**Iain Robb** · 3rd June 11, 06:56 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

I think a lot of folks have gone to double-layered hammocks for this. Personally, for weight savings and maximum breathability, I prefer a single layer hammock. I'm about to start a DIY bug net project that will basically hang from my structural ridgeline, droop around my hammock, and have a closure far enough below the bottom of my hammock that the bugs can't get to me. Like a big 'envelope' of netting. Similar to the ENO "Guardian", but a home-made version that's tailored a little better to my particular dimensions.

I'm planning to do something more tarp-tent-like, or at least a floorless mesh tent under my tarp, so I can also sit in my hammock and stand or sit outside my hammock and still be protected.

Originally Posted by Tobus

Alternatively, if you want to keep the setup you have, just spray some permethrin on the bottom of your hammock. The wee beasties will leave you alone.

I've considered that, but I have also been told that permethrin is an insecticide and not a repellent, and therefore will eventually kill mosquitoes but will not keep them from biting you first. True? I don't know.

**Iain Robb** · 3rd June 11, 06:58 AM

And now I've realized I am guilty not only of thread-jacking, but taking the conversation completely away from kilts. Sorry.

I very much enjoy backpacking in my Sportkilt. Haven't had the problems Biblemonkey has with bug bites, however. My theory was that the swishing fabric keeps them at bay.

**MacMillans son** · 3rd June 11, 07:24 AM

Looks like a great time! Thanks for posting the pics.

**Burly Brute** · 3rd June 11, 10:22 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

I have an Eagle's Nest Outfitters Single Nest hammock, but I decided to skip the slap straps. They have a bad reputation amongst the uber-hammock camping guys because they stretch too much (they're nylon). Many a hammocker has allegedly ended up with his butt on the ground by dawn.

I ditched the original rope and carabiners that came with my ENO Single Nest, and replaced them with Amsteel whoopie slings. This saves a lot of weight. For the tree straps, I use 1" poly webbing, tied in a marlinspike hitch to connect to the hammock suspension.

IIRC, the ENO hammocks are rated to 400 pounds.

I have had no problem, although I could see this maybe a possibility the more wear they get, but I have no problem just tightening them up a tad! ;)

I just love em cus they are a breeze to throw on and they cause .001% damage to the tree.

**Burly Brute** · 3rd June 11, 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

Similar to the ENO "Guardian"

Would this protect against other critters like scorpions and snakes? Where I camp out here in the desert the bark scorpions can be quite....annoying....to say the least.

**Tobus** · 3rd June 11, 10:37 AM

Burly Brute, yes, they should keep scorpions and snakes out of your hammock. They can, of course, sting or bite through the mesh, though.

Scorpions are a big deal here where I live too. I find at least 2-3 in my house every evening, and they're ALL OVER the place outside. They generally won't bother you in a hammock, though, unless they drop on you from the tree above. *shudder*

**Burly Brute** · 3rd June 11, 10:44 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

Burly Brute, yes, they should keep scorpions and snakes out of your hammock. They can, of course, sting or bite through the mesh, though.

Scorpions are a big deal here where I live too. I find at least 2-3 in my house every evening, and they're ALL OVER the place outside. They generally won't bother you in a hammock, though, unless they drop on you from the tree above. *shudder*

That's the problem!

Although, they provide good eats, am I right or what!?

**kscowboy1866** · 5th June 11, 10:19 AM

Here's the hammock and tarp I made myself.

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...arp-i-made.jpg

I forgot my bug net but thankfully the wind was blowing pretty hard all night. I wish we had trails we could hike and camp on here in kansas but until the state and the corp wise up we are relegated to private property and campgrounds at the lakes.

**KiltedDixon** · 5th June 11, 06:25 PM

Great Pics!

**biblemonkey** · 6th June 11, 05:23 AM

Originally Posted by kscowboy1866

Here's the hammock and tarp I made myself.

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...arp-i-made.jpg

I forgot my bug net but thankfully the wind was blowing pretty hard all night. I wish we had trails we could hike and camp on here in kansas but until the state and the corp wise up we are relegated to private property and campgrounds at the lakes.

Looks like a nice rig!