Hammock Hanging Basics 101...Gathered End Hammocks

[@Huntereich]

Shug, you are absolutely the best. I can't believe how much I have enjoyed hammocking these past few years thanks to you. Much love and stay safe.

[@shugemery]

Glad you enjoy your hammock. Wear it well.

[@alvinmorris5404]

Shug has really been a big influence in my life he's turned me into a full time hammocker and he has shown me that it's perfectly normal to be a introvert and act strange 😆 plus I was lucky enough to see him a couple times at the circus shows.

[@jk-vs3yq]

Same same !!!

[@traviswolf]

Just passed this video along to a friend who is getting into hammock camping for the first time. I warned him: "Shug is a bit of a character, but he's the foremost source of knowledge on hammock-camping, and his channel is a rabbit hole of insights". Thank you, Shug!

[@shugemery]

Love that I come with a Warning~~ haaaa

[@missredumbrella]

Not slept in a bed for 3 years now after back surgery. I 💚 hammocks!

[@shugemery]

Whoooooo Buddy))))

[@TheAngieStoned]

I'm just a couple of months in, and 've not woken up with back pain a single time since mounting hooks in the flat. Beds are now a thing of the past for me, what a waste of space and money.

[@loug4626]

Hey young 61'er. 71'er here and learned a lot from you....and still learning...never too old for that.....Thankee!!

[@shugemery]

I'm looking forward to 71!

[@MrCaddySlash]

Man, this took me back. I used to binge watch your videos when I was stuck working third shift. I’d get home and set up my hammock in the basement and sleep like a baby. Thanks for the refresher!

[@shugemery]

Back to the Basics. Glad your enjoying your hang.

[@Nick-ps1em]

Shug your videos and info have made me the hammocker I am today, in addition to the experiences from mistakes but who hasn't made some? We appreciate you, and we're glad you're still making videos after all these years. To many more!

[@shugemery]

Mistakes are the best lessons.

[@Cahalith180]

I always think back to Shugs advice that failure is an option. Goof something up a couple of times and you'll figure it out.

[@Pclab101]

Try again. Fail again. Fail better... 😁

[@RoostedFilms]

We hung for the first time today. It was pretty darn okay. With these tips the sky's the limit thanks Shug

[@shugemery]

Takes a bit of time to get right. Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@ArthurDent12]

I remember the old version of this! Thankee! I have been hanging for a decade now!

[@shugemery]

Way way back in time.

[@Francois_Dupont]

@@shugemery i thought you were going to add the snippet were you ripped your hammock, by demonstrating the "too tight" hang. hahaha!

[@mattimalkia8653]

Still trying to find the sweet spot for my hammocking, this video helped. Man, I wish I have your levels of energy when I am 61!

[@shugemery]

When you find it , you know it. Whooooo Buddy))))

[@garnettsean]

Thanks for the refresher. It's amazing how many variables can affect one's hammock comfort. Width, length, height, and angle of the hammock, the location, and even the fabric can make a difference. I've learned so much about all this watching your videos, and I'm proud to say after watching many videos and a couple of years of experimentation, I've almost perfected my outdoor lounging experience! Keep 'em coming!

[@shugemery]

Something so simple can be so complex!

[@neilbobaggins2073]

I'm a little late to commenting but that's the most beautiful red-headed woodpecker I've ever seen.

[@shugemery]

Haaaa....hope fatherhood is going well. Chin up...hunker down...eat BBQ.

[@neilbobaggins2073]

@@shugemery Thank you sir! The wee lad is minutes away from independent steps. Got a good crawl and furniture shimmy. Ray Nathan's ribs are on the horizon this weekend!

[@scottburkhart6953]

Shug, just wanted you to know that for the first time in a while, my wife and I got together with my son and his family for some outdoor cooking. He and I hung our hammocks in his backyard, built a small fire in his fire pit, and lollygagged for a while. Right before we left to come home he said, "Dad, come out to the truck with me. I've got something to show you." So, I followed him out to the truck and he had a brand new "Lollygag Life" T-shirt for me. He had ordered one for himself and got me one too! Whoooooo buddy! We look double good because there's two of us sporting those shirts!! LOL! Maybe we'll see ya on the SHT one of these days. Best regards from Kansas. P.S. He and I have been hanging, separately, in our own backyards and doing some "in town" camping just because we got that itch! You have inspired us.

[@shugemery]

Thankee so much for supporting me with the tees. So glad your having some good hammock fun with your family.

[@EatCarbs]

I am still a newbie when it comes to hammocks.. But I like hanging and I also find them comfortable. Thanks for the video... I appreciate the great info.

[@shugemery]

It is the sleep quality for me.....and of course coffee from the hammock in the morn.

[@leftycut1]

Love the Green Bean clone. I felt bad for original when you were just trying to teach us about the best set-up.

[@shugemery]

Still not over that one!!!

[@RyanSchell]

My palms got sweaty when I saw you tighten Green Bean 2.0 like the last time. "Please don't sit in it for our sake! Please don't sit in it!" I knew you wouldn't, but that didn't stop the nerves, lol. You do any thing with the original? Make a gear sling or anything? You could call it "Mini-Be...an"!

[@bentoomey15]

Woo, left handers unite! Although I sleep to the right (head-left, feet-right). Hope your recovery is still going well, Shug.

[@keystoneprepper]

The science behind the art of the Lollygag 👌🏼💯💫

[@shugemery]

Truly~~~

[@scienceofsomology450]

Greetings to my fellow Minnesotan from near Bemidji, MN in the middle of nearly nowhere. Have enjoyed your performance shows, with a turkey on a stick, at the big MN get together for years. Had to get this out - there is a budding singer/songwriter with a coarse sandpaper soul embedded within, waiting to spring from you with volcanic force - no, really ! Have loved your playing and singing my man - strikes the chord of universal discontent and hidden joy weaved as one. The sounds, the feelings. Go man go.

[@shugemery]

Well thankee feller. I have written about 12 songs but not done much with them. Friends never want to jam on originals!

[@denischasse3567]

Toujours un plaisir mon ami !

[@shugemery]

Merci!

[@BankgeekOutdoors]

Your videos got me hooked on hammocking years ago. Getting a visit by the Lord of Lollygag while under lockdown - even to review basics - is an extremely welcome diversion. Keep safe and thank you!!

[@shugemery]

You are very kind. Chin up, hunker down.

[@leanakincheloe]

I just used a hammock for the first time this weekend. I am a total camping newb. I wish I had watched this first. I hung my feet a bit lower than the head and yep I was sliding all night. Lol this is very helpful for me thanks. Gonna give her another try this weekend.

[@shugemery]

Hope you get a good hang going~~~~

[@leanakincheloe]

shugemery We went last night and it was much better! I was even helping my husband with his. Haha Thank you for the great instruction, it really does make a difference just so you know. 🤗

[@mat-ventures]

Hahaha that beaver face at 4:26! Laughing my hat off!

[@shugemery]

That is my face...haaaa

[@catrest3506]

Thanks so much for making these updated videos! My friend's niece is interested in getting into hammock camping, so I'm trying to pull together some good intro videos for her.

[@shugemery]

I hope it takes for her!....kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXqTc2Vmedx_hrc

[@JohnSmith-vb6jx]

I have to say, for a backyard/backcountry shooter your home spun production value is pretty amazing. That opening shot in this was really cool...no idea how you did it. I have been dipping my toe in the water of this youtube thing with an older GoPro...because I like to be out in front of a trend, and I really think this youtube thing might catch on... ...anyway, I look at the stuff I am shooting in the backyard or when I'm out and about and comparatively it is like watching a monkey pounding a coconut against a rock trying to get it open. Your sense of humor still catches me off guard too. When you did that woodpecker impersonation I just about fell off my chair. I'm sure my neighbors heard me burst out laughing...and the closest one is a quarter mile away. That's right, not a Lol, a Bol, which is high praise. Also, the places I work are very remote so I get to camp out a week at a time. I am bringing a cheap Chillax hammock that I have had for a while but never really use. It's kind of short for me at just over 9 feet (the hammock, not me [I know how you think]), but using my new found Shugspertise I will give it a go. Making myself a simple underquilt today and bringing my usual camp gear so I'll have an air pad along. Looking forward to it. Thanks Shug.

[@shugemery]

Whoooooo Buddy)))) Be patient and I hope the hang goes good.

[@hikingforhuman5372]

Brand new to hammock camping, you have been my main teacher! Thank you so much!

[@shugemery]

Enjoy the hammock quest!

[@reaganl.5113]

I use steps to estimate space between trees. Most adults have a heel to toe measurement of 30-38 inches. If you approximate 36 inches (3ft) I use 4-5 steps (12-15ft) to get the right tree spacing trunk to trunk. This gets me a pre-selected set of trees before I start hanging the hammock. Less bumbling around getting my gear up.

[@shugemery]

I usually spread my arms out with hiking poles in them. Gets me in a good ballpark.

[@Plain-Ole-Chuck]

just stumbled onto this site looking for tips on old feeble guys like myself getting 'out' of a hammock...hahaha very well done and entertaining...

[@shugemery]

I abhor getting out of my hammock as I am real comfortable lollygagging in there.....

[@jameskulpa5175]

Happy Birthday Shug!!! Listening to the Backpacker Radio Podcast now, great show! Wishing you the best! Have a great day!

[@shugemery]

Thanks James. I am still listening to that one...playing the crowd with colorful language haaaa I like podcasts. Even better than video. Easier to just converse. May start one someday. ShugCast.

[@SeansLittleBayofHorrors]

I have never been able to sleep in while camping until I started hanging. You and the people over on the forums convinced me to sew my own hammock together. That was years and years ago. I still use it.

[@shugemery]

Sleep is a right goodie.

[@RatdogDRB]

Good review of the basics. Nothing beats a good hang for power-snoozing.

[@shugemery]

Something so simple can be complicated....Thankee good Sir.

[@Dillion203]

Enjoyed the new camera work, woo buddy!

[@shugemery]

Thankee.

[@DixieLiving]

😎SHUG!😎 💥HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY FRIEND!💥 Still a little cool air left. Be a good day for a little BBQ - Get Meg on that.

[@shugemery]

Thankee. Having yellow cake and Meg is making me beef stroganoff!

[@kevbots7483]

Love it! Thanks Shug.

[@shugemery]

Y'elcome and thankee.

[@xSikks]

I just got into hammock camping about 2 weeks ago and your videos have helped me more than anyone else's. All this information packed with humor is fantastic. Thanks for what you're doing.

[@shugemery]

Whoooooo Buddy!

[@DrewBoswell]

Getting seriously creative with the opening sequence of shots - very well done!

[@shugemery]

Thanks. Took half the day to set 'em up.

[@ergot57]

Thanks. Sunlight. Nice huh? Shal we gather end the hammock the beautiful the beautiful hammock. Shall we gather end the hammock-----. Stay well.

[@shugemery]

Good wordsmithing.

[@123bambam4]

Hey Shug, I love you stuff all that you do. You are personally responsible for my hammock camping enjoyment. Dozens of trips so far and I wouldn't have done any of it if not for your expertise. Thank you sir, and Whooo Buddy!!!

[@shugemery]

I love that.

[@jhunt77864]

I’ve been following you for a long long time. Love your videos. Hope you are doing well in these crazy times.

[@shugemery]

Thankee and I love being home!

[@indycharlie]

Pretty sweet idea on that 30 degree's and using your hand . New one on me . 7:54 Don't come knock'n when the fence is rock'n :D Another great video from Shug . Hope the MK is getting through this OK . 10-12 hrs is awesome ! Stay safe . gubs

[@shugemery]

It gets you in the ballpark.

[@lisantica842]

Bought a Warbonnet hammock yesterday and while I'm waiting for it to arrive I'm watching as many hammock tips as I can watch. I bought the Lightweight Double Layer Original BlackBird Hammock as I'm 5'7" and I think it should be fine.

[@shugemery]

For success read the Hammock Set-Up part of this carefully written by Warbonnet......www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/hammocks-101/ "The BB/XLC/Traveler is designed to be laid in “off-center” so that your head is very close to the head end of the hammock while your feet are a lot farther away from the foot end. This allows the fabric under your legs to spread out properly when laying on the diagonal. To do this you’ll want to lay so that your eyes are aprox. even with the farthest side tieout (BB or XLC). Once you are laying in this correct spot you will then determine if you want the head/foot end higher or lower. Most people will want it setup so that when your eyes are even with the tieout that you are basically level/horizontal from hips to shoulders, so if your upper body seems too inclined or declined simply move the webbing up or down the tree trunk to adjust."

[@ry-knowcarp7948]

When yew wuz woodpeckerin’ the tree ! Funniest thing I eva saw u dun did ! Your a kewl guy Shug , great entertainer in many ways ! Thanks man

[@shugemery]

Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@RomeoEdward]

Thanks Shug, I've been hammocking for a few years but forget some of these good tips. Thanks for for going over it again. It's never boring if your doing it.

[@shugemery]

Back to basics is always a good thing.

[@heatherlambert8660]

I will have to practice my dance out, lol, I am sure it comes with years of practice, stretching, and being awesome!

[@shugemery]

Worth practicing that dance~~ Enjoy it heather.

[@markie3394]

Thanks Shug! Great tips! Still no under quilt or fly but stayed toasty with granddaughter snuggled in this weekend. Crowded but toasty. That is till my toosh gradually hit the ground when a knot slipped 😂. Not the kid’s toosh just mine. Laughs and learning! Back to knot tying 101 and ready or not heading to real forest this weekend!

[@shugemery]

Way to get out there! What knot are you tying?

[@markie3394]

shugemery used this tutorial 1st time and it worked great. 2nd time with the kid either I did it wrong or it was too much weight. Note the rope was tied to s hook on stand not tree. Will be getting tree straps video uses overhand knot with loop around tree then 2 slip knots and carabiner from hammock to tree loop kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH6uYqp-d7GisK8

[@shugemery]

Try lash knot or becket hitch as well....kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXa9o41tmKpleNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXmrn5aupcSGrKM

[@MichaelJones1130]

Great camera shots! Green bean 2! ⏰

[@shugemery]

Mucho appreciato.....

[@skreenfeen74]

Thanks for the new videos. I recommend you to everyone who asks about getting into hammocks.

[@shugemery]

Thanks for that!

[@EaZiE01]

Love the streamlined and versatile hammock set up. I might convert to this rather than tent camp when I can. Thanks for the good info and tricks Shug!

[@shugemery]

Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@DeadTom949]

Hey Shug! I'd love to see a video about basic sewing to repair gear!!! Been watching for years, keep it up.

[@shugemery]

I swear I would never do a sewing video as there would be too much swearing. I just wing it when I sew. That would open a whole can of works I am not ready for. But thankee all the same.

[@DeadTom949]

@@shugemery All good Shug!

[@cassblonde9010]

I'm an indoor hanger(full time for just over a month) so my hang was once and done but I've been having fun fiddling with getting my DIY underquilt set up just right. I got mine settled fairly quickly but have had some trouble getting my son's just right for him. Good to see you Shug :)

[@shugemery]

Make sure ya' got no gaps.

[@thomassibalski958]

As always, premo information, thanks for the update. Stay healthy and safe.

[@shugemery]

Thankee thanks

[@KurtMcScotsman]

Dayum Shug, your camera work is lookin' pretty fly! I'm diggin' that opening shot.

[@shugemery]

Thankee....

[@kkooloo5781]

Loved the Woodpecker touch !

[@shugemery]

It hurt my hat!

[@pappy3502]

Just going over the basics again I realized some mistakes I have been making so thanks for the videos! Stay healthy!

[@shugemery]

It is always good for me to review too. Thanks.

[@justindyer8654]

I can’t wait to watch your camping videos again! Hope your staying safe and healthy shug!!!

[@shugemery]

I look forward to when it is proper time to go and feel good about it.

[@hectoralers84]

So informative! So Fun! Thank you Sir!

[@neohubris]

these refreshers are great, it would help newbies. I know a couple who want to get into it.

[@shugemery]

As my coaches used to say...."we gotta get back to the basics!"

[@triumfant2]

Good to see another video. Always to see how to,

[@shugemery]

I thank ya'

[@nathansharp3193]

Haha!! Love the intro!!! 👍👍

[@shugemery]

Thankee for that.

[@chrisoconnell7419]

Love that camera work! You sir have impressed me. LOL

[@shugemery]

Thanks. Took half the day!

[@Pclab101]

Down here in the south, make sure to NEVER hang your hammock on any trees covered with hairy vines! Those trees are covered in poison ivy, and you don't want that urushiol oil to come in contact with anything as that residue stays active for a while! It may limit where you can hang your hammock, but so be it. Love your videos!

[@shugemery]

We have it here. Luckily I am not to badly affected by it.

[@haroldreed491]

Shug. Thanks for the basic as a newbie hanger love them. Can’t wait to work with you again in Sikes Hall at extravaganza.

[@shugemery]

Hey Harold! Hope we all are back at it by then. But. I have to get hired again first. Hunker hunker.

[@johncollins9745]

Nice sneak peek at the end on how you get the shots you do! And a fun refresher on the basics of hanging a hammock!

[@shugemery]

Thanks. Took half the day to set 'em up. Nice day though.

[@swampymaan]

someone has a new cam-toy... ;-) nice one

[@shugemery]

I've had it a year. Get kinda lazy with it.

[@steveyoung4107]

Thank you for your video, I had a bad day but me little better

[@shugemery]

Glad I could help...Whoooooo Buddy))))

[@scottcetnar8043]

Shug, I watched another hammocker and he recommended your KZbin channel for learning about hammock camping. He was right on the money. Your You Tube videos are fantastic and loaded with humor, knowledge and wisdom. I watch your videos every night. My question is this. As throwing up a tent, ones looks for level ground. As you know the beauty of hammock camping is that level ground is not a requirement, however trees become an issue. I have a 12 foot Onewind double hammock. Just went out to set it up for the first time. Awesome. That is all I have to say. I think I will become a hammock camper from now on. However, the hammock, let's say faces north to south, the incline starts east and declines going west. I am 6 foot and a 250 pounder. The hammock was sagging low only inches from the ground. I had to raise the hammock ropes higher than my height, yet my Ridgeline upon sitting in the hammock becomes very tight. Can you give any advice in maintaining that 30 degree hang, also with your advise on the footend being higher? Thanks for your time in advice and knowledge. Keep up on those videos they are great and love watching and learning about my new style of camping in the outdoors. Whooooooooo buddy.

[@shugemery]

Slopes and tree spacing are tricky. Sometimes I have a tight ridgeline on some hangs. You just have to push the suspension higher up the tree. As to footend higher...it varies for everyone but it slides me into my sweetspot and I don't creep towards the foot end. Enjoy the hammock quest.

[@elliephants7047]

got me a $17 hammock and a blanket from the house, goin out camping as soon as I can find a place close! can't see what could possibly go wrong, thank you for the tips on getting the damn thing hangin right- I've only fallen on my butt once, so I think I'm doing okay.

[@shugemery]

Hang-a-roo. Falling on head worse than falling on butt so you are doing well.

[@stephenhoard1972]

Shug, thanks for the update. I've been hanging almost 10 years thanks in large part to your videos. This one is a good update. Thinking of hanging in my backyard in next day or so. Your update is encouraging that. Thanks!

[@shugemery]

Also something to kill some lockdown time!

[@stephenhoard1972]

@@shugemery Agree. I've been putting off testing suspension improvements to my hammocks for the last couple of months. Had hand surgery in late Feb and haven't been able to manipulate until last week or so. Last time out my whoopie set up took a beating during a severe wind storm. Wind gusts reached 40 mph and my hammock and tarp got all tangled up before I could unfurl it. Toggles were almost impossible to release that night. Have couple knots to try. Hope we all can get out before long. In the meantime, your videos are a welcome respite. Thanks much many times over.

[@jimsteele7108]

Thanks Shug. I'm glad you finally cut that dead tree. Loved the intro, very creative.

[@shugemery]

I don't miss it.

[@chrisconley8105]

Your one entertaining dude, oh, and informative! 😊

[@shugemery]

Thankee

[@davidschmude]

8:03 to 8:18 - My God that fence was moving an awful lot. I thought I was gonna get to see ya eat your own words. LOL Thanks for the new video. It's bookmarked to help the newbies on the Facebook groups.

[@shugemery]

That fence has been hanging me since 2006. I still trust it. It flexes but holds. Much like some trees.

[@davidschmude]

@@shugemery Have you ever considered a video on using the pull outs on a hammock? Is there a way to use them without them being a tripping hazard? Sometimes you see them used on the head and foot ends - sometimes in the center of the hammock. Is there a right or wrong way? I've searched yours and other KZbinrs videos on the subject and am coming up empty.

[@shugemery]

I never use them. No right or wrong way. Mainly used to spread a hammock or pull bugnet away from face. This videos show the pullouts a bit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omKph5-Cprt0ra8

[@6bluestrings]

worldclass camerawork, happy springtime!

[@shugemery]

Thanks. Took half the day to set 'em up. But it was a purdy ol' day.

[@mbarr1029]

Nice to see Green bean again, Must be hard for you to revisit Green bean. I get it.. But the sacrifice you made in the original video really rings a bell in my training. Something not to do. Thanks Woo Buddy.

[@shugemery]

That is the Greenbean the New 2.0 ....thanks.

[@kevinbungles]

Brilliant explanation, well presented examples.

[@shugemery]

Many thanks and Whooooo Buddy)))))

[@RileyDale3]

YOU'RE AMAZZZZZIIIINNNNNGGGGGGGGGGGGG! love you!

[@shugemery]

I am bowing deeply here~~~!

[@pootwaddle]

I watch and love all your videos. I want to add that the further apart your trees are, the higher up you have to move your tree straps to keep the hammock with the correct 30° angles and end up the comfortable height above the ground.

[@shugemery]

True stuff. New hammockers have a lot ahead of them to learn. Thins the herd!

[@richardturnage5165]

Happy Birthday Shug!!

[@shugemery]

Thankee from the newly 62 year old.

[@michaelmurray8683]

Another goodie! Thanks Shug

[@shugemery]

Thankee.

[@robertguthrie1894]

Thanks for being you

[@shugemery]

I wanna be you.!

[@mat-ventures]

Wow! I really loved the intro and camera tricks you did there, with camera passing through the house! Really unique and genious!

[@shugemery]

Merci! Took half the day to set it up.

[@mat-ventures]

@@shugemery oh boy! All that work gave nice results!

[@livinlarge1247]

Dang Shug I gotta get my hammock out. I think I forgot how to hang it. Lately I just been sleeping on a pile of leaves & putting my hammock tarp over likeva nice semi waterproof blanky. Lazy ground sleeping with a semi-sore neck. Funny my jammock is always with me. Now & then it feels nice as a soft sheet on the shore. Sure is a handy device. A camp chair, a flag & more. I still refuse to believe it is a parachute though.

[@shugemery]

I miss getting mine out on the trail. Soon though I hope. Need the Northwoods! I due time. Damn pandemic!

[@MG-gc8nn]

You remind me of robert williams 😂 your awesome man

[@shugemery]

Robert Redford?, Robert Goulet?, Robert Duvall? Whooooo Buddy))))

[@MG-gc8nn]

@@shugemery Oooops! i meant Robin Williams! hahah

[@cookflycampfish7899]

Shug!!! Happy birthday!

[@shugemery]

Thankee.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Never thought about laying to the left or right. I think I let the way I lay be dictated by the view. Lol. Amsteel whoopie slings are the only way to go. But I do carry biners on occasion. As always a good video.

[@shugemery]

I'm a whoopie/strap/marlinspike hitch user but it confuses new hammockers. So just get the hang right...then choices and choices and choices and choices and choices and choices and choices and choices and choices and choices.....

[@bdcovey]

Thank you, Shug!

[@shugemery]

Y'elcome.....

[@myfilteroflife]

Nice to get some "old" tricks repeated again for comfort hanging - Thank you!

[@shugemery]

Like my coaches always said....."Back to the Basics"!

[@myfilteroflife]

@@shugemery It is always important to get back to basics from time to time

[@ifell3]

Go hammocking with shrug is like ' I wonder what setup he's going to be using this time? ' Your first how to was possible the one that got me into hammocking!

[@shugemery]

Whooooooo Buddy)))))

[@music10293]

Love the effort put into these videos. Always a pleasure to watch

[@shugemery]

I thankee.....

[@jeffyoung2089]

Thanks Shug!👍👍

[@shugemery]

Y'elcome....

[@damama4209]

Loved the intro that was fun. Always glad to hear what you have to pass on to us. Stay well.

[@shugemery]

I thankee.

[@SkitterComic]

Great video! Learned a lot!

[@shugemery]

Happy to hear that....Back to the Basics!

[@textilewolf]

The camera trolly (or whatever) really gives some cool shots.

[@shugemery]

It is fun from time to time.

[@jayleap1451]

Good to see ya buddy

[@shugemery]

Righto~~~~

[@dstadt71]

Always informative and entertaining sir! 👏👏👏

[@shugemery]

I am bowing here....

[@Myles_C_1261]

I've also found feeding the tree strap through the loop wears out the loop quickly, especially if you like to swing around ( my kids I'm looking at you here) the part going through the loop rubs and frays the webbing remarkably easily. Crabs have a nice smooth surface which webbing rolls over with less wear. BTW you heard of DD hammocks UL carabiniers, I believe they are DMM, weigh 8g with a rate of 400 kg - not climbing rate but good for hammock. Love the camera work. Miss your slo mo throw in the air and catch, you used to do that a fair bit... Three camera juggle tutorial...?

[@shugemery]

That is a good point. Not ever seen any DD hammock stuff. I've busted too many cameras doing that throw!!!!

[@Hangs4Fun]

Great stuff as always Shug, love that painting so much

[@shugemery]

Thankee thankee.

[@sdlopez83]

New Green bean 2.0 holding up great I see.

[@shugemery]

Yessir...but it will never replace the original.

[@tomjohnson9338]

Never have forgotten the knot-knot video. As in.. on the knot-knot the toggle! HA!

[@shugemery]

Rule to hang by! Thankee.

[@flynnhelsing]

Thanks for the vid there Shug and thanks for reminding us all about using at least 1" wide straps. Maybe a vid sometime on how your trees have held up using straps and not ropes would be nice.

[@shugemery]

You can see the tree I hang on in my yard is barely noticable and been hanging on it since 2006.

[@kefln]

I'm in my mid 40s, I brought my wife, then girlfriend, camping when we were 17. She has never slept in a tent since. She hates them. Yesterday it was a warm day, so I set my hammock up in the garden, and when it was empty she asked if she could get in. I was stunned. I got her in, got her comfortable, a few minutes later she was asleep. She was in it for over two hours. She loved it. I've been teaching young people how to camp and hammock for years, and that was my proudest moment!

[@shugemery]

Think you just lost your nappy spot~~!

[@timetraveler293]

😂😂 I thought you brought your wife then your girlfriend lol

[@Fuzzbuzzed]

Great vid bro

[@shugemery]

Thankee.

[@CraigVanDusenOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the hanging tips, I do find myself struggling with this sometimes. Can you please do a video on your camera/video pulley rid that was at the end of your video. Thanks for sharing this great information.

[@shugemery]

Something so simple can be pretty complicated. I may do a looky-see on the Wiral Can sometime.