UQ sewn directly to hammock

[blue indian]

So i was wondering why Ive never seen anyone sew a underquilt directly to their hammock.

Pros: no fiddle factor, no drafts, easy setup, no movement of the uq throughout the night

Cons: You would be stuck with one temp range


To me it seems like having it sewn right onto the hammock would be pretty awesome and convenient. What do you think WB?

[kayak karl]

i leave my under quilt hooked to my hammock when i pack it. sewing it would leave no room for adjusting and yes, on temp rating. it's been done, but you don't hear about it too much. why don't you just do it and see if you like it.

[kayak karl]

could just add these also

[mudsocks]

http://www.sheltoweehammockcompany.com/

Like kayak karl I leave my UQ hooked to my hammock when I pack up. Just hang when I get into camp, no attachment or adjustment usually needed. The cons you listed largely disappear the more you use your gear.

[blue indian]

could just add these also

Ive looked through Dutch's accessories. Im currently using a WBBB so its sounds like those wouldnt work bc of the bug net. Although Ive been wanting to switch to a traveler and separate bug net...

[blue indian]

The other pro I though of sewing directly to the hammock would be eliminating the shock cord of my yeti uq. Its not a big deal but I often find the shock cord pressing against my face when laying on the diagonal....

[blue indian]

http://www.sheltoweehammockcompany.com/

Like kayak karl I leave my UQ hooked to my hammock when I pack up. Just hang when I get into camp, no attachment or adjustment usually needed. The cons you listed largely disappear the more you use your gear.

Do you use one of these sheltowee hammocks?

[mudsocks]

I do not. It's a neat idea but not for me. I have different size/temperature quilts I use for different times of the year.

[kayak karl]

then use the sew on clips. got them on my HH UL EX (has net)

[Wise Old Owl]

KK has this.. I will add on a hot sweltering night... you won't want it.

[blue indian]

Valid points. Thanks WB

[shellhammock]

The pros you listed in the original post are all achieved with my Boone hammocks, no fiddle factor, no drafts, easy setup, no movement of the uq throughout the night... and the cons of being stuck with one temp range is largely not an issue. MY hammocks feature an integrated ADJUSTABLE insulation layer that can be completely moved out of the way. That also means that stacking quilts below you is achievable. The suspension system within the Boone Hammocks is different too, so the shock cord doesn't press against your face in any sleeping position.

Most hammockers realize that insulation is one thing that is always needed; and with down filled insulation it is difficult to overheat because they breath so well. You can think of the Boone 40° as a base-layer that can be worn in all seasons, and added to it in the shoulder and winter seasons.

[Country Roads]

A few hangers do make their hammocks with attached insulation. WV comes to mind. He makes some pretty cool stuff. Check out the hammockforums.net. There are, I think, about 2 or maybe 3 manufacturers of hammocks with attached or semiattached underquilts. Definitely check out Sheltowee hammocks! They are pretty nifty.