We all need a Gary in our lives, we have all been a Gary at one time in our lives. Embrace your inner Gary! 😁 Loved it laughed a lot. I do love my hammock camps! 🙃
@HollidayHouse Жыл бұрын
Need to get an Amok Stephen! See Jonathan “Lost Lakes” 😂. Absolutely loved this video! Well done both of you 😂😂😂❤
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Second person to mention them. Might have to have a look! Glad you enjoyed it. Was worried it was too long. I cut about an extra 30mins of us bickering to shorten it 😂
@derekdelboy Жыл бұрын
Were you sitting at home trying to figure out how to make a hammock review more interesting and suddenly realized. I'll bring Gary along. Well it worked 😆
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Haha, it actually started with just a camp with Gary, then he said he didn’t want to climb any mountains so I figured a forest camp was easiest. Then remembered I hadn’t tried my hammock setup yet
@thehikingbiker925427 күн бұрын
I think every outdoor person has a friend like Gary 😂
@StephenJReid6 күн бұрын
Drives you mad, but still fun to have around
@AScotsmanOutdoors Жыл бұрын
"Nature is allergic to me!" 😂 Brilliant! I have the same hammock and find that just sleeping right on the mat is easier than having it in the pocket. What is even better is getting an under blanket (I bought one from eBay, no major brand). I've used that setup in minus conditions with no issues. What I also have to add is that I've always had a tremendous sleep in the hammock, it really is so relaxing. Another brilliant video and I'm sure another great experience for Gary and yourself.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
have now bought the under blanket, seems a much better solution and guessing will be a lot less restrictive too. Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
@AScotsmanOutdoors Жыл бұрын
You will not regret that purchase @@StephenJReid What one did you go for?
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
@@AScotsmanOutdoors The DD one, its designed to fit this hammock
@simonf1303 Жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen, another great video which I can really relate to. I have the same DD Hammock and like you my first time didn’t go to plan. I have since added a self inflating mat, DD under blanket and a snakeskin for the hammock to my setup and it has made the world of difference. Is it still a pain to get in and out of - Yes, do I curse it at times - yes, but there is something about the experience of hammock camping that makes me forget the bad bits quickly and want to keep doing it. There is also nothing better than waking up on a bright morning and laying there for that first hour or two, being able to hear and see the camp around you in a way which you just don’t get with a tent.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Think you’ve hit the nail on the head. Being able to see around camp in the morning while cozy is very different to a tent. I’ve since ordered the underblanket. Take two coming up!
@SwampyDuckRidesAgain3636 Жыл бұрын
Just about ended myself laughing at you in that hammock. I’ve had the romantic hammock notion but being someone who sleeps a max of 2 hours a night and rumbles about the rest of the time I’m best locked in a tent lol. Good fun vid.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😁😁 thanks, glad you enjoyed it swampy duck
@lifesahobby Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReidyou hammock like a learner driver reverses
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😂😂
@benjaminzac_Man_Wi_A_Tan Жыл бұрын
Felt claustrophobic just watching you trying to settle into the hammock. Great banter between you and Gary. Third time lucky....maybe. AtB.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙂 I should publish all the extra arguing that didn’t make it in 😂
@andypotts8062 Жыл бұрын
This is a Stephen Reid classic...what a star Gary is oh yeah..he tells it a it is lol...quality video as usual...many many thanks, this cheered my up on a dull Friday evening lol..very best wishes
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
haha, thanks Andy! Must be very dull though to think Thursday is Friday!
@andypotts8062 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid you are so right...a senior moment has happened..ooops
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
It’s alright I mixed up Friday and Saturday on a client video last week.
@LMay64 Жыл бұрын
Underquilts are amazing. Superior Gear hammocks from Minnesota in the U.S. have them sewn on so they need NO ADJUSTMENT. You’d love it. Sleep diagonally. A top quilt works best do you don’t need to climb in. Seriously - Superior Gear hammocks with sewn on underquilts are absolutely brilliant. They also have a very cool adjustable strap system that is quick and easy. I’ve used quilts for 12 years, (Warbonnet, Dream Hammock, whoopie slings and the works). I’ve never come across a better system than Superior Gear.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Have now got myself the under quilt and going to give it another go 🙂
@McKibbin120 Жыл бұрын
Lol reminded us of our hammock camping ventures. Hennessy Hammocks, uses a foil under blanket that is secured in place. Rita said we must go out again. Salt Island in Strangford Lough was our last trip. Love the hammock camping so comfortable. Keep trying and you’ll get it sorted. Lol
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I’ve since bought the underblanket and planning on trying again soon 🙂
@TheNikotin33Күн бұрын
That bald reveal was hilarious :D
@brianclementson6505 Жыл бұрын
It's really good to have someone who is honest about hammock camping! Loved your video 😅
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Well my opinion may change, but it’s definitely not easy to start!! 😂
@lamangacolin Жыл бұрын
Great choice...Tayto Smokey Bacon! Very entertaining video Stephen.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😁😁 thanks
@septemberblueuk Жыл бұрын
It’s like watching the odd couple 😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
There’s at least another 30mins of us arguing that didn’t make it in 😂
@MacLeodddd11 ай бұрын
One time in Northern Ontario Canada we forgot bug spray, and face nets on a very hot day peak of bug season. We were in the middle of nowhere, and got eaten. SWARMS of blackflies and mosquitos devoured us, and we were covered in bites.
@StephenJReid11 ай бұрын
Yikes!
@snoop2477 Жыл бұрын
So you brought a ground tarp, a covering tarp, a sleeping pad and bag. Perfect. Then you brought a hammock... burn it You crack me up.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Haha, can’t go burning Christmas presents! Didn’t bring a ground tarp though. I’ve camped like that a few times but haven’t made any tarp camping videos in a long time
@paulkennedy5021 Жыл бұрын
As others have said. Amok Draumr. Camp in forests where you can't get a tent. No shoulder squeeze. Lie whatever way you like. Warm and snug. Bit expensive but its like sleeping on a magic carpet.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I wonder if I can get them to send me one to test 😂 spent a lot on this setup
@paulkennedy5021 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReidA year ago I found a channel when I was doing research about it and the guy said he was an "Ambassador" for them. He has a much smaller channel than you. Costs nothing to ask. When I decided to try wild camping just after the lockdowns, there are not that many options in Northern Ireland. Not being a spring chicken I didn't want to go to the Mournes so I looked for possible locations in forests and as you know all our woodland is on the side of a hill and the ground is a mass of roots. I knew a hammock for me would play out just as it did for you and then I seen the Amok. It has actually spoiled me for tent camping now because I feel the slightest slope in the ground.
@user-nk7oz5wr7b Жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen, you should check out the Amok hammocks range for the armchair type sleeping position instead of the traditional head to toe hammock style. Cheers
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Interesting! I’ll take a look 🙂
@bannister-lifeoutdoors8004 Жыл бұрын
Haha mate , most people would have brought the Matt into the hammock with them after the second time it moved . And used the bag like a quilt . Lol klymit do a v Matt for hammocking with wings for shoulders and hips as they get cold in hammocks ( even if it looks like a huge feminine hygiene product 😬)if you don’t like the under blanket . Tip on the under blankets don’t have them tight up against you when your in the hammock leave a good air gap to hold the warm air 🤙. Making me want to brake out my hammock gear again 🫨
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
That sounds too sensible 😂 I’ve since bought the under blanket to give it a go
@pablomagic1 Жыл бұрын
That looks class! I have a full hammock set-up and never used it yet! And under blanket is a great addition to your set-up, adds loads of warmth. Enjoyed this one 👍
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Have now bought the underblanket after this. Think it makes more sense than the matt.
@TheOpenboater9 ай бұрын
I'm obviously watching your videos out of sequence as I watched your following hammocking video before this one. But it did remind me of my own progression from the early days of hammocking and I too was determined to make it work. Its a strange thing, are we masochists, or is it that we just have some inate instinct that it has to work? The thing is, when my back plays up, the hammock seems to give relief from the pain so that makes me think that it must be the right way to go. Really enjoying your videos. I found you through your video with Paul Messner. Really glad I did. Keep up the good work.
@StephenJReid9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I’ll no doubt be attempting hammocking again
@tomfenn71492 ай бұрын
How did I manage to miss this one? Solidarity with you, Stephen. Not that much of a hammock person myself. Hammocks are made by dark forces that actively plot against tall people with vertigo!
@ijkemp Жыл бұрын
I remember using a hammock that I made myself years ago, but after a very long break I recently got a DD Frontline as well and have been loving it. Do keep us updated as to what you think of the gear sling too, I've got my eye on one of those ;) Also, can I ask what rucksack you're using?
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Gearsling was really useful! Backpack is a Moment Strohl Mountain Light 45L Backpack. Specifically designed for photographers and filmmakers. I got sent one to test. quite like it. Although can get a bit uncomfortable for very heavy loadouts
@daveandemmaoutdoors3171 Жыл бұрын
I think I will just stick to the tent tbh , to much faff for me , and I do turn about a lot . Gary looked like he got it to easy this time . We want him on top of Bearnagh in bad weather with you next time 😎😎😎.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Haha doubt I’d manage to get him to agree to that. He near died the day we just hiked up with day bags
@daveandemmaoutdoors3171 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid I could come along for backup 😂😂
@EmilyGallagher Жыл бұрын
“Stop taping my misery” Lol!
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😁😁
@alanrobertson5497 Жыл бұрын
Great video, I'm the same regards sleep. Loved watching. Having the craic.❤❤
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan 🙂
@maximun1691 Жыл бұрын
i literally walked down that same path last weekend to go camping in annalong forest and it rained the entire time and i couldnt come back the way i went cause i crossed the river and the river rose overnight lol, still a good night though, slept under a tarp while everyone else brought a tent
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I'd quite like to try this in the rain, imagine it's quite relaxing. well light rain maybe!
@PhilProctor0 Жыл бұрын
Sorry to laugh at your misfortune (attempts), but I had to pause the video because I was laughing so loud. Another great video.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😂 excellent feedback
@deekelley891 Жыл бұрын
Amok hammocks are supposed to be excellent-might try them. Several KZbinrs use them and seem to love them.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Added to my list 🙂
@rednome5443 Жыл бұрын
Gary is a little bit like your very own Karl Pilkington 😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
That’s an excellent comparison
@michaelcultra4496 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic entertainment 😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael! There’s another 30mins of nonsense I had to cut out for the sake of time 😂
@stuartadair7052 Жыл бұрын
I'm not a great sleeper but get my best nights sleep in a hammock. Get yourself an underquilt and play around with the hang of the hammock. Some people like a banana type hang but i prefer a fairly flat (taut) hang. Also it's worth spending time to make sure the hammock is level or you end up sliding up or down it.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
underquilt acquired!
@stuartadair7052 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid make sure you set your alarm 😴
@leszeknkufel Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this video! I hope so it will be more Gary in the future🙂Probably you need longer and wider hammock, dd,s are too smal even for me and I'm average height and built.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I've got the under blanket, will test again soon
@hedgerowsandzeros Жыл бұрын
" Its edible scum ! " ... 😂.. We bought hammocks a couple of years ago. Took them out for a test hang, then we lost a lot of trees! Still haven't been out, and not wholly bothered. I did get an underquilt to do away with the mat. I think I'd prefer the lay flat Amok hammocks going off the test hangs I did. 😐
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Edible scum is the best type 😂😂😂 off to try and get Amok to send me one for free to test
@hedgerowsandzeros Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid Waves fist in your general direction 😆
@Playerdue Жыл бұрын
Oh man I would really like to go hiking now! Great video very funny and yet as always very serene!
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙂 get out there
@Playerdue Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid As soon as I finish for this week at the office, I promise! 😁
@w9gaming558 Жыл бұрын
Great video Stephen! Gary looks like he could be your older brother or even your grandfather😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Grandfather 😂😂😂
@thekg6811 Жыл бұрын
You need a playlist called camping with Gary. Please make it happen.
@BurtonOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Stick with the hammock. I tried numerous times until I changed my hammock, got a decent underblanket and just kept persisting. My biggest fail... Buying a DD frontline and underblanket... way too short with both, I invested in a Onewind 12ft zippered hammock and underblanket... totally perfect diagonal sleeps now, very comfy. Keep at it... but my tip, bin the frontline hammock and if you don't, make sure you get a decent underblanket for it... even in summer it's cold as you found out. And get rid of the mat, the sleeve idea with the DD is terrible.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
what height are you? I've since bought the under blanket hoping to get out and test soon. Onewind actually offered to send me a hammock last year but I turned them down as they wouldn't send a full setup so wasn't much use to me.
@BurtonOutdoors Жыл бұрын
@StephenJReid I'm 5ft 11" Yes Onewind only seem to send one bit of kit as a freebie! I actually paid for all of mine. But after a few years with a hate relationship with the DD frontline and the underblanket I sold it. I still love my DD 3x3 multicam tarp though. If you get a onewind 12ft zippered, you have to set up the DD 3x3 tarp in a diamond as it won't cover the ends of the hammock otherwise. Basically the longer the hammock the more room you have for a flatter lay, lay diagonally and it's near flat as you can get, totally changed my hammock life by ditching the DD kit.
@daveandemmaoutdoors3171 Жыл бұрын
One thing was missing . Sheepie 😂😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
The hot water bottle or actual sheep? 😂
@daveandemmaoutdoors3171 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid both 😂😂
@mrst284 Жыл бұрын
The slow eye close and sigh during attempt 2 made me laugh out loud….it’s akin to changing into dry clothes after a trip to the pool…too much of a workout 😂. Btw..did the ‘skin so soft’ work?
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
haha getting into bed shouldn't be exhausting ! Hmm well I didn't get annoyed by any midges but there was a bit of a breeze so can't say for sure
@machoneboard Жыл бұрын
Exped stopped making it, but I have an Exped system where you sleep sideways and flat. It is excellent.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
that sounds great!
@machoneboard Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid It was called the ergo but Amok do a similar one. Not affiliated but if you are not ready to give up on a hammock I highly recommend the flat sleep systems. The mat doesn’t shift and there is very little bowing.
@gingercynic5884 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoying your videos, mate. More Gary please :D
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Took six months to talk him into this one!
@tylercollinsphoto Жыл бұрын
Great video Stephen, Gary is brilliant 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tyler
@markalexander5275 Жыл бұрын
This wouldn’t look out of place in a found footage film 😂 Gary needs his own KZbin channel to dispense his wisdom.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😂😂 Gary with a KZbin channel sounds dangerous!
@billyharden9316 Жыл бұрын
Gary will never get a reception with that Ariel.🏴🤣🏴
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Ariel? 🧐
@QUADFLY Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that. Although I’ll leave hammock camping to you! Don’t give up though. Think you’ll find your mojo after a lock of goes.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Yeah not giving up, have now got the underblanket and hopefully giving it another go soon!
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Yeah not giving up, have now got the underblanket and hopefully giving it another go soon!
@emerald-islander Жыл бұрын
If you want more followers , invite Gary more often,hilarious, he should have his own TV show
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
So far this video has gained me 3 subscribers and lost me 3 😂
@emerald-islander Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid get rid quick
@adverspace Жыл бұрын
Loved it!
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@DavidDoyleOutdoors Жыл бұрын
After watching this I think I will never try Hammocking,. The scum when you boil water is from the sheep poo 💩 Great video as usual, captured your misery well for our entertainment 👍 😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Haha, I’m going to give it another go now I know what I’m doing. You love taking ages to get set up, should suit you 😛
@DavidDoyleOutdoors Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid 😛
@rednome5443 Жыл бұрын
Mum says that the reason you learn by making mistakes is because you don’t listen to advice in the first place 😝
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Oh I do listen. I then choose to ignore it
@SandiLuney Жыл бұрын
I ❤ Gary!!!
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
He’s quite the character
@jessicapayne8622 Жыл бұрын
Are you two related? You argue like you are! X
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
We shared a house with other friends for a few years at university
@jessicapayne8622 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid ahhhh. That’ll explain it! X
@davidpoots8362 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Stephen, it turns out hammock camping is great fun when someone else does it for you.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Indeed! 😂
@kevinmcallister2938 Жыл бұрын
the hammock looks like a lot more prep work than your average tent:-) have you checked your vitamin b 12 levels... low levels can lead to fatigue, worth getting it checked out :-) ,
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I think once I get the hang of it (pun intended) I could have it all set up in about 10mins. Been taking a few supplements and experimenting with a few lifestyle changes that I think are helping.
@leemcilhatton7841 Жыл бұрын
Have you done many wild camping on the wild Atlantic way do you no many camping spots plz
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately not, I've been along the wild Atlantic way a couple of times on road trips but only camped once and just in a random field. There are a few places I'd like to camp though!
@leemcilhatton7841 Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid OK thanks
@AllyRdr1 Жыл бұрын
hit like before even watching. I have faith in the video
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Really hoping it’s worth it!
@dennisboosey6272 Жыл бұрын
Entertaining, ADVICE. Use a tent😅😅😅😅
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
😂🤣
@lifesahobby Жыл бұрын
This reminded ne of baby sitting soneone elses dog . . Especially you killing your sleep
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
haha slept better than expected in the end
@lifesahobby Жыл бұрын
@@StephenJReid your poor friends imagination whilst listening to you shuffling though . Lord help him . I hope you are getting a climb in each week . I want to do that Mourne wall , I've one question though . Is there loads of water or is that a stupid question .
@vickym5064 Жыл бұрын
I can improve your hammock experience……get a kammock with the necessary insulated bottom, etc.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
I've now bought the underblanket
@vickym5064 Жыл бұрын
Glad you’re persevering. Thanks for the great videos. Stay healthy
@SONICTONICfpv Жыл бұрын
Yea I like Gary's idea of camping. Though it is fun watching his misery 😂
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
He got off lightly this time!
@emerald-islander Жыл бұрын
Is this Annalong Forest Stephen?
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Yes
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
Well kinda
@Derchlands Жыл бұрын
Of course you struggle with hammocks, you keep buying terrible ones that are too small for you. Buy the cheapest tent that is shorter than you and you will also have a bad time.
@StephenJReid Жыл бұрын
You make it sound like that’s my fault when the brand states that this tent is suitable for people considerably taller than me