Dutchware Gear Chameleon Hammock Options and Accessories - Part 1

Dutchware Gear Chameleon Hammock Options and Accessories
There are so many accessories and zip on attachments for the Dutchware Gear Chameleon Hammock that I had to start a series to cover them all, and give room for all the thoughts currently still residing in Dutch's brain.
In Part 1 I cover the basic Chameleon hammock, the bug net, the top cover, the sidecar, the asymmetrical bug net with integrated side car, the asymmetrical top cover with integrated side car, the symmetrical winter top cover with Moonlight, and the Breathalyzer!
You can see all of these and more on the Dutchware Gear website, where they're available for purchase.
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[@CncObsession]

Excellent review of Dutch and his creativity.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks!

[@DragonRoams]

It's super impressive everything that is available for this hammock. He really opened the doors on customization with his print on options. Great video highlighting the options and function of them.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Dutch has so many ideas, some of them are still floating around in his head, by the time they all come out this will be a 50 part series! Thanks!

[@My1sweetpea1]

My favorite video because I have the Chameleon hammock. I first watched the other video Sparrow vs Chameleon and decided to buy the Chameleon based on what Mark had to say. I love my hammock.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thank you! Glad I was able to help you in your decision and I'm very happy it's working out for you!

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

I think this has been the best product review yet!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Wow, awesome! Thank you!

[@hair2050]

So well presented. One of the best most coherent reviews out there. Big thanks.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thank you, I appreciate that David!

[@bluefire025]

yay a good video with the symmetrical top cover! thank you. been looking to get that add on but wanted to see it on video first.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Right on! Well there you go! Thanks!

[@joeantonicci8920]

I have many hammocks and after last night i really believe this is the best and most comfortable hammocks EVER made .

[@damco.1970]

So this was a great review, it peaked my interest. I’m a bigger man at 6’ 4” and 275 and have a hard time camping with family. So I visited the Dutch website and I was surprised at how affordable the basic set up is. The only thing that was expensive was the under quilt and top quilt. Otherwise for comfort seems worth the expense. Thanks again for the information.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Anytime, and if you have any specific questions, don't hesitate to ask! Thanks!

[@shadomane]

Great review! I'm very much considering this hammock. Thanks for the video and for sharing your testing and findings. Subbed.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

This is a great hammock. And it has so many accessories that you can make it completely your own! Thanks!

[@did61two]

Nice back drop Mark,very thorough and comprehensive good review. ATB Dave

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks Dave, that's the pond that my house backs up to! The reason we bought where we did! I love it there!

[@Datsyzerberg]

Just got my chameleon with moonlight top cover this morning. Taking it out tonight. Just like my peekaboo top cover on my hammeck envy which is the best top cover I've seen yet.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Sweet, I think it's a great addition. I don't notice any less flat of a lay using that top cover either. Enjoy it, and thanks!

[@Jenx1337]

I have the moonlight top cover and I was talking to Dutch, you can actually unzip the top half the window and clip to the bottom at either side. This brings the material across you to create a breathalyzer as well.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I recall him talking about that. I'll have to play around with it and see how that works. I'll document it in part 2! Thanks!

[@mrwes100]

Just purchased a Chameleon in the 1.6. Can’t wait to get it. Thanks for the through review. I love Dutch’s bling.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Congratulations on the purchase, you're going to love it!

[@mrwes100]

Spiguyver Backpacking I’m sure. I have purchased from Dutch before. Always a happy customer.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Quick shipping and a quality product, what's not to like?

[@mrwes100]

Spiguyver Backpacking always.

[@All_Things_Out_Doors]

I like the bugnet w/ integrated side car!! To me that would be much improved over the original. But to each there own. Great stuff!! Great breakdown also.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yeah, it's the most minimal weight penalty, and adds a lot of function! Thanks!

[@alexwbanks70]

Love my Chameleon. I have the bug net, top cover and a HG Ridge line organizer. I think I might get the gear loft but other than that I'll wait to see what else Dutch comes out with.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

The gear loft is another very useful piece of gear! Thanks!

[@scottChapman25]

need an inside zipper for a large quilt attachment. that way it will help lock in place to those that toss and turn throughout the night.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Good thought.

[@emmahammond5088]

Wish you would do a comparison on this vs the Ridge Outdoor Gear Pinnacle flat lat.....

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

They're in two different categories really. The Ridge is a GREAT entry level, this is the luxury version!

[@keithpederson3629]

Looking at buying a chameleon and am wondering if I should go with the regular size or the wide body. I'm 5'8",170lb. Also do both bug net styles work for a diagonal lay. I'm new to hammocking so any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Keith Pederson I would go with the normal width. I think it’s perfect!

[@stephenhiker9807]

great timing explaining the proper way to install the bugnet

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Glad to be of assistance! Thanks!

[@TheworldwithTrey]

I'm new to hammocking and looking to purchase my first: the 11ft chameleon. Being that i am in upstate NY the nights vary from about 70F to 55F. I was looking to add bug protection as I am right on a lake however I can't decide weather to go with a bugnet or moonlight top cover as it has more ventilation compared to a normal top cover. If somebody could help that I would be very appreciated: around what temperature would you start adding in the top cover? Would the moonlight option be too hot during the summer and should I go with the bugnet instead?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I would suggest going with the bugnet. The ventilation it provides is going to help on those warmer nights. The covers, including the moonlight cover, does hold in more heat, and a lot more condensation. I only use the top covers when it gets below 35 degrees. Thanks!

[@TheworldwithTrey]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 thank you so much!

[@smannperrone1426]

I think I missed something; what is the piece that you set up to block breath condensation from the rest of the hammock? I didn't hear that accessory named.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

It is called the Breathalyzer.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

Hay bud,question fer ya .... I got me the top cover with the moon roof fer mine,I use a underquilt protector as well. So would I benefit frum a winter sock? Or just wast space and money?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

given what you currently have it probably wouldn't add much benefit.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 thanks fer yer anser bud.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Anytime!

[@johnbutler2231]

Question, how does one know whether you are laying head right or left?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

To be most comfortable in a hammock you want to be as flat as possible. To get flat, laying diagonally is important. Some people are more comfortable with their head on the right side of the hammock, and others are more comfortable with their heads to the left side of the hammock. Note your feet will be the opposite side! Thanks! Hope this helps.

[@MultiAnkr]

This video was a great help. What is the ridgeline organizer in this vid?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I'll have to go back and look, but I'm pretty sure it's a custom from Junebug Dawn of Palmetto State Hangers. Thanks!

[@MultiAnkr]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 sounds like something specially made for you :) I like the round edges. All other ridgeline organisers is always in squares

[@MultiAnkr]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 sounds like something specially made for you :) I like the round edges. All other ridgeline organisers is always in squares

[@MultiAnkr]

Looks like a hammock inside a hammock :D

[@raykasal7969]

Do you have the standard or wide model hammock?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Standard, I found the wide to be too sloppy for me.

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

Would you get the regular width or extra wide?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Patriot / Kenneth Burlingham everyone prefers something different, but for me and at least a few others I’ve spoken with, the wide is too wide. However, we’re all well under 6’ tall, if you’re tall you may want/need the wide.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

Can I stack the side car on top of the side sling?or would they need ta go on either side ?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I don't see any reason you would ever need to. And if you did I think that it would end up sloppy on the side you stacked them. You could do one on each side, but again I don't see any way you would need that much storage, each is pretty huge on their own.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 I was just tryin ta justify gittin every add on I can....lol...

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I mean, you can do it! I'm just tryin' to save you some money! LOL

[@beamer6136]

What color is that hammock? Navy? or Black?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

The hammock is black.

[@Datsyzerberg]

Hey Mark, check this out I used that moonlight top cover the past 2 nights and figured out another trick with it during the day. More than a winter sock I feel it gives you more venting options to take it to warmer temps. 55 at night. 0 condensation. You should make an email for your channel if you don't already brother. Don't like promoting my crap on your channel. You're too respectable lol.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Datsyzerberg Right on, T Tops!

[@csw6977]

👍

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks!

[@Caseysmith146]

So where’s part II? Get on it!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yeah yeah yeah, I'll get to it! The weather and schedule has to cooperate! Thanks!

[@elmardx1517]

He has thought of everything.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

There is more to come! Thanks!

[@darkstargear]

Wide or regular?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Mine is regular.

[@Peppymoke]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 how tall are you?

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Just wanted to say thanks, it is hard well sort of kind of. ....

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks! I think...

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Spiguyver Backpacking no it is just hard to see all the gear reviews and not run out and buy the item. I appreciate yr videos.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Adventures with Frodo I figured as much! I know what you mean, so much cool gear!

[@nicklafflitto1747]

You should do a comparison of this and the ninox

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

The Ninox is crap, I won’t give them any publicity for that hammock.

[@nicklafflitto1747]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 really? Why don't you like it?

[@nicklafflitto1747]

I was debating on getting this hammock or not. I have the ninox and the only reason for wanting to switch is because of the sag. To me it is comfortable but I hate having to set up so high. Is there much sag 1.6?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Sorry, wasn’t trying to be an ass about it. What they released was a far cry from what I tested as their final prototype. The fabric is much too stretchy, the hammock is too heavy, and the whole SN business plan is shitty, in my opinion. I have laid in the Ninox production model and would not recommend it to anyone, especially at their price, there are so many better options on the market.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

@@nicklafflitto1747 no, there is virtually no sag in the 1.6. Nothing like the crazy amount of sag and stretch in the Ninox.

[@WaitWhat99]

Additionally...

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yup, more all the time!

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

I don't think I could handle all that. Too much.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

So much stuff!