Oh mėn that backpacker podcast that was a real good listen! Thanks so much, great stories. I do hope you get to writ that book. Even better: make it an audiobook. With campfire background noise..
Always great to watch a video from you on the "hammock and the hike"! As a asst scoutmaster switching to hammock camping your knowledge is legendary ! My scouts love you too! They love to hang their hammocks and you have helped them out with your expert opinions. I now get to hear several "woo buddies and early," in camps Lol! All secure in sector seven and keep lolly gagging! ✌🏻
you all prolly dont give a shit but does someone know of a trick to log back into an Instagram account?? I somehow lost my password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Bruce Salvador I really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
Ridgelines are great but finally learning to juggle is a dream come true. Sincerely Shug, thank you, I’m forever grateful. One up, two up is next on the list! ✌🏼
Thanks for the review Shug. Seems like no matter where I go in the woods and I get to talk to other folks, your name comes up for helping them get out there. You is famous man!
Another great vid! Here's what I did to get my sweet spot... sounds a lil crazy but it worked well since I was alone and didn't want to keep getting in / out and re-tying the ridge line. I placed two small carbiners on the continuous loops. Then hooked a ratcheting "Motorcycle strap" (Cargo strap) to the carabiners. I layed in the hammock and just tightened it a click at a time until I found my spot, them marked it on the Amsteel.
For you math nerds, checkout jellyfish's derivation of the optimum ridge line length: jellyfishreport.blogspot.com/2017/03/deriving-opitimimum-ridgeline-length-by.html
My Dear Shug, I follow you and your videos for quite some time now. And I felt ya right in the beginning of this video, when you mentioned that you talked about ridgelines already (I watched, liked, an LOVED that video as well as this one). But I realy want to thank you for this special video, because you reminded me of thaat 83% starting point to find the sweetspot. So tihs is what I'm doing with my freetime tomorrow in this Covid19-Sh*t we're in (jepp, back here in germany as well as in the US of A), I'll take my hammocks out to my backyard and give them a ridgeline made of paracord, since I have pleanty of that, with the knots you recommended. And I'll set my homemade (and all-time-favorite one) up first to find my sweetspot and konw the percentage of the lenght of the hammock. So, my (wohoooo) buddy, thank you for reminding me of the important basics of hamocking, and very king regards from germany, Yours Sascha
Thanks Shug! I was just thinking about adding a ridge line to my system. Just starting out so many options are good. FYI you can be super corny and I really enjoy that!
Gday mate from down under (Australia) Thank s for the helpful video you’d be funny as hell to go hammocking with out in the bush (like your woods) Thank s again and have fun hanging around
Glad it gave some insight. Fair dinkum! Does anybody really say that your way? haaa. Was in Australia years ago but never got to camp in the bush. Whooooo Buddy))))
If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put ridge line to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put tarp with flexible suspension to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? (ofc you need dropline)
Maybe that would work. I have never tried to do what you are asking so I can't say for sure. But more than likely will work to a degree for the hammock. The tarp will work but prepare for tarp sag.
It depends on the trip, weather and such. I like doors for hard rain and wind. Especially wind. But fair weather I like Minifly or the likes. th-cam.com/video/llWApHe0VBo/w-d-xo.html
Shug, the podcast is awesome. I had to find a campfire gif to watch while you talk. The origin of your moniker, that is how it is done. I wonder if I saw you as a kid at Ringling Bros show. Probably did! Thanks!
Hey Shug! You inspired me! Today I wanted to test and install an adjustable ridgeline using a different system than the whoopie sling. It's a standard rope, slip barrel knot in one end, and a kind of trucker hitch looped back and closed on to its self. Don't know it's name... I just love trying this and worked great! This firefighter shows it here, th-cam.com/video/wb4IjD8GhuY/w-d-xo.html Cheers from Portugal!
Aren’t you supposed to be receiving gifts this week? Not giving them? Thanks for the video and your insights. Always a joy to see your talents in action.
Shug, I got a Hennessy hammock for my birthday (16 Aug) but its really time consuming to do the knots at the tree huggers. I was wondering where and how I get like a 2 ring belt system installed. Could you to a video on that? or if you already have one can someone link it? Lots of love from Sweede (Sweden)
I noticed you could bend your Ridgeline like 45 degrees maybe? When I hang my chameleon my, non-adjustable, ridgeline is tight and won't bend while I'm in it. Does that mean the suspension is too tight or something else? Is it ok if it's tight or will something maybe break? I'm brand new to hammock camping and it feels like there's a lot to learn coming from the ease of tent set-up where it's readily apparent if you set the tent up right or not.
Try sliding your suspension up the tree more. Usually loosens the ridgeline. I have had mine too tight many a time and it has never broken. Hammocks do have a learning curve. Worth it for me for the good sleep I get.
My Hennessy Leaf, (basic hammock, no screen), came with a sewn in ridge line. I am thinking about cutting it somewhere near one end and tying a figure 8 knot to both cut ends. I can then use a separate line between the two for adjustment. In my case I would like to try a bit longer than stock. One thing I found is placing something under my knees makes the lay more comfortable. Inflatable pillow, Sack of clothes, Waterproof bag inflated, whatever. Laying in a end gathered hammock makes my knees over extend. When in bed at home even laying on my back, my knees are bent a bit. I never heard anyone suggest this, so maybe give it a try and see what you think.
i'm just in the process of ordering a new well known hammock. Just wondering,/ Kind of new at hammocking. Would you recommend an adjustable ridgeline for new people at hammocking? My old hammock didn't a have a ridgline. . i was told it might interferre with the Netting if not done right? Thanks Shug.
So I just made my first SRL recently, and when I tried it out, it went totally slack when I got in the hammock. Is that an issue with my hangle? SRL length? Other? Do I even need a SRL? Why are we here? Are aliens real? Why are monster trucks such bullies to lesser cars? Thanks in advance!
@@shugemery Thanks Shug! I always suspected, glad to have confirmation! 👽 Sincerely enjoying your recent podcast appearance. Heck of a life you've had. I used to perform in a traveling BMX stunt show, and I was surprised by how much I could relate to your behind the scenes stories. Life on the road is unimaginably wild, brutally honest, and deeply rewarding. Thank you for sharing your stories! I'll keep working on getting the ridgeline right.
@@shugemery I meant "likes", yours is at %70. People might want to start testing there instead of all the way at %83. Love your videos, thank you for everything!
Hey I am new to the hammock camping world. I have a Warbonnet Eldorado. I was setting it up and my fixed Ridgeline is super tight. When I am laying in it I have no play in it. What should I do? Is it because I'm a 290lb person?
Try sliding your suspension higher up the tree and adjust from there. Also for best hang results read Warbonnets set up guide:www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/hammock-setup.pdf
I use a marlinspike hitch for my tarp stakes....5:44 into this video...th-cam.com/video/4GQPY5BuyPI/w-d-xo.html Don't really use a lot of different knots.
So, if the ridgeline is too tight where you can't turn it 90° when loaded, does that mean the suspension is too tight or what? Just trying to figure out where to start troubleshooting. Thanks!
Pretty right. Usually the fix is sliding the suspension higher up the tree. Believe me..sometimes mine is too tight or too loose on a trip. Won't be perfect everytime.
@@shugemery Thanks for the reply. I'll have to play around with it when I get time. I work at a pharmaceutical facility so we're still working every day, hehe
Hey Shug thanks for all the great videos. On ridge line lengths what do look or feel for on adjustment how do you know you have it in the sweet spot. Is it when you bend it and its not to tight or to loose i am new to hammocks and dont fell any difference in the lay just how tight or loose the ridge line gets the 83% for the hammock i have is 104 inches and i have tried all the way to 90 inches not sure what better any suggestions i would be very great full thanks
Sweet spot is what feels good to you. Don't get to caught up on exact ridgeline lengths. Depending on tree spacing...sometimes the ridgeline is tighter of looser. If too tight then just slide your suspension up the tree.
Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Lots of much needed tips on ridge lines ! I just recently listened to your interview on the Backpacker Radio Podcast. You have some neat history behind you!
@@shugemery Yes, McLaren is my favorite team, have spent some time at their facility in Woking. My company supplied a number of the teams. Ricciardo is my favorite driver as a person and I hope with the new engines from Mercedes to McLaren, they will have some success. I assume you have seen the Netflix series "Drive to Survive?" Thanks for your videos!
Always enjoy your video's full of info. Always ready to check out other channels so I'll be coming on over. Stay well🙏 always love camping 🏕 Oh btw I really love your painting ... 🎨🖌 would make a gorgeous poster.
Been watching your videos for a while. They are a blessing. Thanks for the education. Maybe you can make a video on a budget friendly gear. For the family man that has to strech the dollar. Can't afford those really nice expensive hammocks or backpacks. Or quilts. Wife will probably kill me if I bought one of those. Really enjoy your videos.
This may help....th-cam.com/users/results?search_query=backpacking+on+the+cheap I'd say Army/Navy, thrift stores, outfitters sell used gear. Amazon has plenty of less expensive gear. Quilts can be gotten on amazon too. th-cam.com/video/b_56W3jdxbY/w-d-xo.html
Always entertaining and informative! If you want the facts without the filler, ask a clown! They are surprisingly knowledgeable! Always a pleasure Shug. You and your family stay safe and happy.
I watched many of your videos before I knew you were a clown, but was not surprised at all when I found out you were. I’m loving the stories on Backpacker Radio.
@shugemery Thanks for the video! Would you mind repeating the type of knot you use to keep the excess rope clean at 1:26? And, if you've got time, maybe do a quick walk-thru?
The only time I use a ridgeline is to hold up my skeeter beater. I had never thought of using a whoopiesling, but I will now. Always informative and fun. Thanks Shug.
Really enjoyed the Backpacker Radio podcast. I definitely got the feeling we were all just sitting around a campfire telling stories. Keep up the great content. I’ve learned a lot from your vids.
When I first got my Warbonnet Eldorado I would sometimes have calf-ridge and sometimes not. I think I eventually learned that setting my ridgeline too tight was the cause of the calf-ridge, meaning my ridgeline was too long -- when I didn't get calf-ridge the line was WAY too slack. I temporarily used your carabiner method of shortening the ridgeline (the one you use to shorten the ridgeline to keep it out of your face in bench-seat mode). After I got a good and consistent lay with no calf-ridge I took a measurement and made a new shorter ridgeline out of 1.75mm Zing-It (since there's a rule of a slightly slack ridgeline I knew the heavier Amsteel that comes stock was overkill). I made four soft-shackles out of the original ridgeline, two of which I wear as bracelets all the time now! The carabiner method of taking up excess line length worked great for finding my ideal ridgeline length. For anyone that reads this and doesn't know the carabiner trick I'm talking about, you just loop the line around the backbone of a carabiner and through the gate. Each loop around the carabiner takes up about an inch if you use what I would call a 'normal' hammocking carabiner. It's very easy to undo and adjust.
Morning Shug!!
We shall pay respect to green bean in this video.
GB lived a good hang.
@Rey Avi what is this trash?
Oh mėn that backpacker podcast that was a real good listen! Thanks so much, great stories. I do hope you get to writ that book. Even better: make it an audiobook. With campfire background noise..
I'd rather talk 'em than write 'em. Whooooo Buddy)))))
Thanks, as always for sharing your knowledge. You made my hammock experience much better.
Great to hear!
Hiker, Hammocker, Performer, Musician, Painter, Barbecuer...there's no end to the magic that is Shug.
I do half-ass a lot of things rather than master one!
My friend and I enjoy your hammock tutorials. They are just the best Shug!
Thank and thankee.
Always great to watch a video from you on the "hammock and the hike"! As a asst scoutmaster switching to hammock camping your knowledge is legendary ! My scouts love you too! They love to hang their hammocks and you have helped them out with your expert opinions. I now get to hear several "woo buddies and early," in camps Lol! All secure in sector seven and keep lolly gagging! ✌🏻
I love that! The Early Patrol. Hickery and I were both Patrol Leaders.
you all prolly dont give a shit but does someone know of a trick to log back into an Instagram account??
I somehow lost my password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Dakari Colin instablaster =)
@Bruce Salvador I really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff atm.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Bruce Salvador it worked and I finally got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D
Thanks so much, you saved my ass :D
For those who don't want to whip out a calculator, 83% is really close to 10" per foot. 11 foot? 110 inches. 10 foot? 100 inches.
Keep in mind....just a relative starting point.
RIP Green Bean
Served me well. Whooooo Buddy)))))
Thanks Shug for all the tips on ridgeline and knots!
You bet!
Make a tarp video! tarp ridgeline with amsteel continuous and prusik tension!
Already done....th-cam.com/play/PLahaAdtfX9ZK1k8bDbsr4JzQgQ_iyB2RU.html
Ridgelines are great but finally learning to juggle is a dream come true. Sincerely Shug, thank you, I’m forever grateful. One up, two up is next on the list! ✌🏼
That makes me happy to hear! Whooooo Buddy))))
Hey Shug! Any particular reason you have such a long continuous loop?
That is just how they came. Used to that length.....shop.whoopieslings.com/Continuous-Loop-1-each-7-64-Amsteel-Blue-in-various-colors-CL-7-64.htm
Your hammock is 73%! You like the sag
I do. Like my ridgeline up a bit.
Listened into you on backpacker radio... my first podcast woo buddy loved it I’m hooked !
Whooooo Buddy and thanks for that. It was fun and long.....
Shug your awesome! Thank you for the patch!! Still have 2020 goals!
Whooooo Buddy))))
Hey Shug ! I`m new to hammocking , thanks for your videos !
Y'elcome and Whooooo Buddy)))))
Thanks for the review Shug. Seems like no matter where I go in the woods and I get to talk to other folks, your name comes up for helping them get out there. You is famous man!
Made my day.....Whooooo Buddy)))))
Love the hat Shug. Just found F1 series on Netflix. Daniel Riccardo is my favorite driver
Riccardo is moving to McLaren for 2021. I'm a McLaren fan and Daniel is one of my favorite drivers for sure.
Been a few years since ive watched one of your videos Shug. Still great as always, just a little more wrinkly.
Haaaaa.....ain't we both.
...... And happy belated birthday btw
Cake was had! Thanks.
@@shugemery that's all one can home for at a certain point
Another great vid! Here's what I did to get my sweet spot... sounds a lil crazy but it worked well since I was alone and didn't want to keep getting in / out and re-tying the ridge line. I placed two small carbiners on the continuous loops. Then hooked a ratcheting "Motorcycle strap" (Cargo strap) to the carabiners. I layed in the hammock and just tightened it a click at a time until I found my spot, them marked it on the Amsteel.
Good sir/madam, I'm wholeheartedly stealing that!
Great way to do that!!
For you math nerds, checkout jellyfish's derivation of the optimum ridge line length: jellyfishreport.blogspot.com/2017/03/deriving-opitimimum-ridgeline-length-by.html
Math is my nemesis~~~~~
Thanks for going over this again. I need to set up my ridgeline and this will help.
Yessir.
Nice painting at the end.
Thank you. That road was way harder to paint than I thought it would be.
That painting came close to capturing your spirit.
Now I know where I can carry my ridgeline(around my walker handle)
Thankee. It was hard to paint that road.!
My Dear Shug,
I follow you and your videos for quite some time now. And I felt ya right in the beginning of this video, when you mentioned that you talked about ridgelines already (I watched, liked, an LOVED that video as well as this one).
But I realy want to thank you for this special video, because you reminded me of thaat 83% starting point to find the sweetspot.
So tihs is what I'm doing with my freetime tomorrow in this Covid19-Sh*t we're in (jepp, back here in germany as well as in the US of A), I'll take my hammocks out to my backyard and give them a ridgeline made of paracord, since I have pleanty of that, with the knots you recommended. And I'll set my homemade (and all-time-favorite one) up first to find my sweetspot and konw the percentage of the lenght of the hammock.
So, my (wohoooo) buddy, thank you for reminding me of the important basics of hamocking, and very king regards from germany,
Yours Sascha
Whooooo Buddy))))) It is fun to play around with and hang stuff off of. Danke.
Thanks Shug! I was just thinking about adding a ridge line to my system. Just starting out so many options are good. FYI you can be super corny and I really enjoy that!
Peas and thank you.
shugemery 😂
shugemery peas and carrots....
Gday mate from down under (Australia)
Thank s for the helpful video you’d be funny as hell to go hammocking with out in the bush (like your woods)
Thank s again and have fun hanging around
Glad it gave some insight. Fair dinkum! Does anybody really say that your way? haaa. Was in Australia years ago but never got to camp in the bush. Whooooo Buddy))))
Thanks Shug! Nice video. I used my hammock four nights down in north Florida last week. The ridge line really helped.
Whoooo Buddy. Glad to hear that for sure.
If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put ridge line to carabiner?? Or to unused loops?
If you use Atlas Straps or daisy chain suspension can you put tarp with flexible suspension to carabiner?? Or to unused loops? (ofc you need dropline)
Maybe that would work. I have never tried to do what you are asking so I can't say for sure. But more than likely will work to a degree for the hammock.
The tarp will work but prepare for tarp sag.
Would you prefer a tarp like the thunderfly/minifly or an tarp without doors like a cloudburst
It depends on the trip, weather and such. I like doors for hard rain and wind. Especially wind. But fair weather I like Minifly or the likes.
th-cam.com/video/llWApHe0VBo/w-d-xo.html
5/6 is the actual ratio for ridge line length to hammock length. 83% is a close approximation.
All relative as you can see. Reckon it just depends on the sag that fits you personally.
Shug, the podcast is awesome. I had to find a campfire gif to watch while you talk. The origin of your moniker, that is how it is done. I wonder if I saw you as a kid at Ringling Bros show. Probably did! Thanks!
Thankee feller. A gif campfire, pretty cool.
Hey Shug! You inspired me! Today I wanted to test and install an adjustable ridgeline using a different system than the whoopie sling. It's a standard rope, slip barrel knot in one end, and a kind of trucker hitch looped back and closed on to its self. Don't know it's name... I just love trying this and worked great! This firefighter shows it here, th-cam.com/video/wb4IjD8GhuY/w-d-xo.html
Cheers from Portugal!
Whoooooo Buddy))))) Ridge on!
Aren’t you supposed to be receiving gifts this week? Not giving them? Thanks for the video and your insights. Always a joy to see your talents in action.
I got a cake!
Shug, I got a Hennessy hammock for my birthday (16 Aug) but its really time consuming to do the knots at the tree huggers. I was wondering where and how I get like a 2 ring belt system installed. Could you to a video on that? or if you already have one can someone link it? Lots of love from Sweede (Sweden)
Here are some other videos to help with that....th-cam.com/users/results?search_query=changing+hennessy+hammock+suspension
Good to see you Shug.
Is the SHT open for business?
Me and 3 buddies did a social distance hang at my cabin property last weekend.
I am unsure. Maybe website has some info....superiorhiking.org/covid-19/
I noticed you could bend your Ridgeline like 45 degrees maybe? When I hang my chameleon my, non-adjustable, ridgeline is tight and won't bend while I'm in it. Does that mean the suspension is too tight or something else? Is it ok if it's tight or will something maybe break? I'm brand new to hammock camping and it feels like there's a lot to learn coming from the ease of tent set-up where it's readily apparent if you set the tent up right or not.
Try sliding your suspension up the tree more. Usually loosens the ridgeline. I have had mine too tight many a time and it has never broken. Hammocks do have a learning curve. Worth it for me for the good sleep I get.
My Hennessy Leaf, (basic hammock, no screen), came with a sewn in ridge line. I am thinking about cutting it somewhere near one end and tying a figure 8 knot to both cut ends. I can then use a separate line between the two for adjustment. In my case I would like to try a bit longer than stock.
One thing I found is placing something under my knees makes the lay more comfortable. Inflatable pillow, Sack of clothes, Waterproof bag inflated, whatever. Laying in a end gathered hammock makes my knees over extend. When in bed at home even laying on my back, my knees are bent a bit. I never heard anyone suggest this, so maybe give it a try and see what you think.
Some folks use a ridgeline biner.....dutchwaregear.com/product/titanium-ridgeline-biners/
Could you use an extra 6ft whoopee sling?
Maybe.Why not try it....if it stretches out long enough. I've always used ridgeline whoopies. A bit thinner.
Shug, have you had a chance to review any Superior Gear Hammocks ?
I have not. Never heard of them. So many hammocks......
Mr Shuggy Shug, do you know or have ran across anyone using a cpap with their hammock?
I never have but have heard of many using them in their hammocks. th-cam.com/users/results?search_query=cpap+in+a+hammock
Excellent video. Thank you
Whooooo Buddy))))
Thumbs up for the hat. Ricciardo or Ocon?
Actually a McLaren fan but they use Renault engine. But Ricciardo is one if not my second favorite drivers. Love his joy!
Yo shug. can I use a paracord and a tautline hitch for a ridigeline so I can easily adjust it? I appreciate it.
Can't see why you could not try. Paracord does stretch a wee bit. Give it a go.
i'm just in the process of ordering a new well known hammock. Just wondering,/ Kind of new at hammocking. Would you recommend an adjustable ridgeline for new people at hammocking?
My old hammock didn't a have a ridgline. . i was told it might interferre with the Netting if not done right? Thanks Shug.
Sure or just tie one on like I do on this video. Be careful with the netting.
@@shugemery Thanks. I appreciate it.
Nice. You had a couple of good ideas and reasoning for a hammock ridgeline.
Thankee.
If my ridge line is too tight to bend, what does that mean I have set up wrong?
lengthen your suspension a little bit and slide it up the tree a bit.
2.44 ---------- 132 Inches x 83 percent = EARLY! ;)
math is my nemesis!
@@shugemery lol
Thanks for another video!!!!!
Yessir.
I'm going to give a ridgeline a go today on my new hammock
Righto~~~~
And I thought a ridgeline held up your tarp
It does. Ridgeline has a lotta range it seems.
Nice vid! Like the mandolin shirt.
Mando power~~~
Awesome. As usual. Thanks!
Y'elcome and thankee.
So I just made my first SRL recently, and when I tried it out, it went totally slack when I got in the hammock. Is that an issue with my hangle? SRL length? Other? Do I even need a SRL? Why are we here? Are aliens real? Why are monster trucks such bullies to lesser cars? Thanks in advance!
Could be your suspension angle or trees too close together. And no, you don't need one. Yes, aliens are real. I am one.
@@shugemery Thanks Shug! I always suspected, glad to have confirmation! 👽 Sincerely enjoying your recent podcast appearance. Heck of a life you've had. I used to perform in a traveling BMX stunt show, and I was surprised by how much I could relate to your behind the scenes stories. Life on the road is unimaginably wild, brutally honest, and deeply rewarding. Thank you for sharing your stories!
I'll keep working on getting the ridgeline right.
Always great to wake up to a Shug video!
Whooooo Buddy)))))
In sum shug like approximately a %70 ridgeline
Or whatever feels right!
@@shugemery I meant "likes", yours is at %70.
People might want to start testing there instead of all the way at %83.
Love your videos, thank you for everything!
How do you make your hammocks?
These are good directions....www.tothewoods.net/HomemadeHammock.php
Hey I am new to the hammock camping world. I have a Warbonnet Eldorado. I was setting it up and my fixed Ridgeline is super tight. When I am laying in it I have no play in it. What should I do? Is it because I'm a 290lb person?
Try sliding your suspension higher up the tree and adjust from there.
Also for best hang results read Warbonnets set up guide:www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/hammock-setup.pdf
@@shugemery will do. I think I will go out and just learn how to hang it. Thank you.
Did you make the hammock? I bought one and it doesn't have the whippings yours does. Thanks
I did make that one. Used these instructions....www.tothewoods.net/HomemadeHammock.php
@@shugemery thank you for the info and for a fast reply! This is awesome!!
every video an education
Glad they have some value. Thankee.
My kids and I are going to hammocks. Just curious as to which you prefer, a double or single hammock.
I prefer a single. Has just the right stretch/give for me and also weighs less.
shugemery Thank you sir
I liked the barrel roll shot
Thankee.
Ugh! My head hurts!
Fall out of the hammock>?
Love that painting at the end! Magnifique
Merci. Painting the road was harder to do than I thought it would be.
@@shugemery oh yes? Why?
Do u have a vid on all the knots u use?
I use a marlinspike hitch for my tarp stakes....5:44 into this video...th-cam.com/video/4GQPY5BuyPI/w-d-xo.html
Don't really use a lot of different knots.
So, if the ridgeline is too tight where you can't turn it 90° when loaded, does that mean the suspension is too tight or what? Just trying to figure out where to start troubleshooting. Thanks!
Pretty right. Usually the fix is sliding the suspension higher up the tree. Believe me..sometimes mine is too tight or too loose on a trip. Won't be perfect everytime.
@@shugemery Thanks for the reply. I'll have to play around with it when I get time. I work at a pharmaceutical facility so we're still working every day, hehe
Good Stuff!
Thanks!
Yep, another good one.
Whooooo Buddy))))
Hey Shug thanks for all the great videos. On ridge line lengths what do look or feel for on adjustment how do you know you have it in the sweet spot. Is it when you bend it and its not to tight or to loose i am new to hammocks and dont fell any difference in the lay just how tight or loose the ridge line gets the 83% for the hammock i have is 104 inches and i have tried all the way to 90 inches not sure what better any suggestions i would be very great full thanks
Sweet spot is what feels good to you. Don't get to caught up on exact ridgeline lengths. Depending on tree spacing...sometimes the ridgeline is tighter of looser. If too tight then just slide your suspension up the tree.
@@shugemery THANKS SHUG
That hat is dope!
It is a fast hat.
Thanks shrugs another interesting video keep them up and stay safe mate
Whooooo Buddy)))))
Predicted text don’t you just hate it lol
Yep, right nice 👍🏻
Thankee.
Love your videos dude! You got me into hammock camping!
Whooooo Buddy)))))
@@shugemery your mint!! :-)
Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Lots of much needed tips on ridge lines ! I just recently listened to your interview on the Backpacker Radio Podcast. You have some neat history behind you!
Thankee and thanks.
Shug, why is it that my ridge line is super tight, I’ve got it to the right length, but it’s like a piano wire.
Try sliding your suspension up the tree higher. Also check your tree spacing. A real long hang will tighten it.
Thanks.
Great info with a Shug twist... Dennis, Canoehound Adventures
Thankee Dennis.
Thanks
Y'elcome.
I always think my ridgeline is too tight and afraid it will snap. But hasent yet. First night is always pins and needles.
I know the feeling. I have never had one snap either.
Morning Shug.. great info as always
Thanks for the video
Whooooo Buddy)))))
The intro made me throw up.
My regrets.
I think I pooped a little bit . . .
thanks Shug - like this, have to figure out if I need it.
I watched your other ridgeline video a bunch of times, but this is the video I needed to see. Thanks for taking the time.
Glad it was helpful!
Nice hat. I have been fortunate to have spent time at the Renault's F1 facility.
Renault is losing Daniel Ricciardo. Think he is going to McLaren. I'm a McLaren fan. But enjoy all the teams!
@@shugemery Yes, McLaren is my favorite team, have spent some time at their facility in Woking. My company supplied a number of the teams. Ricciardo is my favorite driver as a person and I hope with the new engines from Mercedes to McLaren, they will have some success. I assume you have seen the Netflix series "Drive to Survive?" Thanks for your videos!
I have watched it all twice! Would love to visit the McLaren HQ someday.
Always enjoy your video's full of info. Always ready to check out other channels so I'll be coming on over. Stay well🙏 always love camping 🏕 Oh btw I really love your painting ... 🎨🖌 would make a gorgeous poster.
Thankee.
Nice ridgeline video . Now the Backpacker Radio 70 cast is excellent !! Stay safe out there and give the HBP a yo :D .. gubs
I can talk circus past all day and night!
OMG
SOS
Been watching your videos for a while. They are a blessing. Thanks for the education.
Maybe you can make a video on a budget friendly gear. For the family man that has to strech the dollar. Can't afford those really nice expensive hammocks or backpacks. Or quilts. Wife will probably kill me if I bought one of those. Really enjoy your videos.
This may help....th-cam.com/users/results?search_query=backpacking+on+the+cheap
I'd say Army/Navy, thrift stores, outfitters sell used gear. Amazon has plenty of less expensive gear. Quilts can be gotten on amazon too.
th-cam.com/video/b_56W3jdxbY/w-d-xo.html
Always entertaining and informative! If you want the facts without the filler, ask a clown! They are surprisingly knowledgeable! Always a pleasure Shug. You and your family stay safe and happy.
Thanks for that! Whooooo Buddy)))))
Nice one Shug! Can I post a merch request? Any chance you’d consider making available a sew on patch of your sticker designs?
I may have some on Etsy or something someday. I have some but don't sell them. You got to run into me to get one.
I watched many of your videos before I knew you were a clown, but was not surprised at all when I found out you were. I’m loving the stories on Backpacker Radio.
Thanks Bear. I can tell them circus stories all night.
@shugemery Thanks for the video! Would you mind repeating the type of knot you use to keep the excess rope clean at 1:26? And, if you've got time, maybe do a quick walk-thru?
a bight and larkshead....see it a 6:24 into my old ridgeline video...th-cam.com/video/xrfBrIEH2-U/w-d-xo.html
Awesome video 👍Thank you for sharing this with us
Whooooo Buddy))))
always good to see new Shug content, even if it's rewarmed, rehashed content. always a slightly different perspective, and nuggets to be had
Yessir. Stuff gets buried.
The only time I use a ridgeline is to hold up my skeeter beater. I had never thought of using a whoopiesling, but I will now. Always informative and fun. Thanks Shug.
Righto Mike.
'Guess I'm a lillil bit lazy' ;))
Thats a job for Ron..lateron
Lookin nice and green in the neighborhood mate.
Lateron is my confirmation name!
Really enjoyed the Backpacker Radio podcast. I definitely got the feeling we were all just sitting around a campfire telling stories. Keep up the great content. I’ve learned a lot from your vids.
Glad you enjoyed it! I like podcasts. Even better than video. Easier to just converse. May start one someday. ShugCast.
When I first got my Warbonnet Eldorado I would sometimes have calf-ridge and sometimes not. I think I eventually learned that setting my ridgeline too tight was the cause of the calf-ridge, meaning my ridgeline was too long -- when I didn't get calf-ridge the line was WAY too slack. I temporarily used your carabiner method of shortening the ridgeline (the one you use to shorten the ridgeline to keep it out of your face in bench-seat mode). After I got a good and consistent lay with no calf-ridge I took a measurement and made a new shorter ridgeline out of 1.75mm Zing-It (since there's a rule of a slightly slack ridgeline I knew the heavier Amsteel that comes stock was overkill). I made four soft-shackles out of the original ridgeline, two of which I wear as bracelets all the time now! The carabiner method of taking up excess line length worked great for finding my ideal ridgeline length.
For anyone that reads this and doesn't know the carabiner trick I'm talking about, you just loop the line around the backbone of a carabiner and through the gate. Each loop around the carabiner takes up about an inch if you use what I would call a 'normal' hammocking carabiner. It's very easy to undo and adjust.
It works like a charm, it does.
Like a cool breath of fresh air you are!
Nicest thing said to me all week!
@@shugemery it is no secret the admiration& respect i have for you sir! Ima big fan o you! Neva give up😀🤩😍🎨🖼🎵🎶🎵🎶
Enjoyed listening to you on the backpacking podcast. Just waiting for things to open up so I can test out my Warbonnet Superfly.
Thankee. Enjoy the tarp. I like podcasts. Even better than video. Easier to just converse. May start one someday. ShugCast.