I really need to sharpen up on learning different knots. That looks like an absolutely lovely set up. I would love to try sleeping in a hammock but I’m a tummy sleeper. That looks so cozy. Nice job MICHAEL cheers buddy.
Thanks Jacqueline - I'm the same. I practice knots when I'm watching TH-cam with a length of paracord but I seem to forget them as quickly 😄 I have 3 knots I always use. Maybe I'll film them in todays video making trip 🤔
Love my Warbonnet Superfly. Went with the pole mode that gives you a little more room on the inside. Used it now for 4 years and it's been bombproof. Thru summer and winter camping. Use a Dutchware 11 ft wide cut hammock and Hammock Gear Quilts. Pretty light weight and fits good in my pulk or pack back. Take care, Al
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Got them from Warbonnet. They had them on sale. They're not carbon fiber but do the job. A couple of vendors make them but someone with your talents it shouldn't be to hard to make your own. Take care, Al
I am glad that you talked about the Hennessy Hammocki did not realize that it was an entry-level hammock I'll have to do some more research thank you for your Insight on these really enjoy your videos keep up the good work
There are many Hennessy models the one I have is the basic model. It's a great all in one package that contains the tarp and when combined with the snake skins is a dream to setup and take down. The Warbonnet is just a lot more customizable with different covers and options that can be switched out to suit conditions. Horses for courses 😊
Nice set-up there Michael. You'll be smoothing in that rig. I just got home from the North West Overland Rally, in Plain, WA. Great weekend in the sun with about 2,000 other folks camping. Everything from my budget gear, to rigs that are beyond $125K (just for the rig). Met some great folks, bought some new goodies for the rig/camping. Gonna REALLY like my new solar gear (not cheap). Used the CLAM Pavillion as my tent/cooking shelter, and the Teton cot inside this time. I still think I sleep better in a hammock.
Sounds like a great trip! 2000 people is a lot of camping! lol! I sleep well in a hammock as well as the TETON. The TETON is a little better for Esme as she can jump in and out but she likes the hammock too. I watch a lot of overland videos - it looks like fun. UTV camping is a mini version I guess but much smaller.
Thanks for the video :-) I also have the Eldorado and tarp. I already have a BluSky hammock, but it doesn't have bug protection and only single-lined, and, as it can cool off a bit at night here in Nova Scotia, I wanted a place to slide my self-inflating pad. Now don't get me wrong, I love the extra room and bug protection, and no one likes to get wet, but as I am what one would call an "expert" (so sayeth the army) in survival and ultra-lightweight "camping", I must pass on my observations about the Eldorado-with-net/underquilt/rain-cover size/bulk and weight. I also have an ultralight, tiny 1 person-2 Labrador retriever tent w rain-proof fly, an ultracompact summer-only sleeping-bag/blanket, and to be honest, the latter setup is smaller and lighter than the hammock setup. Why? it just stuffs and breaks down to a much smaller package, leaving more room for MRE's bug-wipes-water etc. As you know, on a long trek, weight and balance is a prime consideration. Yes, like they say in Real Estate.." location location location" and yes, a hammock gives you more options, and yes hammocks can be set up on the ground as a ground bivy, so there is that. I guess my point is, if it is ulta-light and stuffability is a priority for a person, also be aware there are also some very tiny and storm-proof 1 person tents out there for a comparable price. Anyhoo, just my 2 cents...keep up the videos! Thanks again, and stay safe :-) And no, I will NOT atempt a video of my 2 knuckleheads attempting to climb into my Eldorado any time soon...the male is 85lbs, and the "little" chocolate is 75...and there would be a battle...in a hammock...um...no :-D
Thanks Dave for the feedback! I agree apart from one small point - comfort! This setup beats hands down any comparable tent/bivvi for the weight/bulk and provides a greater covered camping area to cook hand out etc. And I would love to see the labs attempting to climb in the hammock! 😄 Best wishes from Alberta! 🇨🇦
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Thanks for the kind and informative reply :-) Yes, that would be a debacle worth a separate video lol "No Ellie NO Dan!" But seriously folks, I just received the snakeskins, so I am looking forward to seeing how compact they get :-)
The setup is very nice but I think I prefer your previous setup with the cot and tarp more. Esme must be a good sleeper. My dachshunds managed to stretch out enough to give us just enough room not to fall off the bed. My husband and I would be on the ground with hammocks. 🐶😆 Dogs, just love them. ❤️
You can save the weight and bulk of your Nite-ize cam-lock by adding one more prussic to your ridgeline and using it for a very simple and convenient trucker's hitch. It's the exact same as your cam-lock except you have to add a single slippery knot to it after pulling it tight. It can even be done with gloves on easily. All of your other stuff is very high-end and lightweight, adding a big bulky cam-lock to your system just doesn't seem right. I have the Eldorado and 0°F Wooki. I am looking forward to getting a lightweight winter tarp, but I have a decent heavy one that I think I need to use until it gets some problems. I'm jealous of your setup! I'm getting there though. 👍
Hi Nathan - I agree with you the cam lock is over kill and doesn't match the whole ensemble. But I love it! lol. We have almost the same setup but I do recommend the Superfly tarp. I was worried it was too big at first but it compresses down great and covers so well. Thanks for the tip on the knots! Best wishes Michael & Esme!
Very good combination, but for almost 600 Dollars it must have a good quality also. I am only wondering if there is also a mosquito net by this hammock? Regards, Tony.
What is you be usin' for a top quilt, man? Wassup? And, how long were your tree straps? It looked like they barely made it around the circumference of the tree...
Hey buddy - I made the tree straps 6ft long. The trees in the boreal forest are not that girthy compared to other places. I bought enough webbing to make longer ones if needed. I'm using the Enlightened equipment 20f quilt from Mass Drop. Its pretty good. 👍
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors cool. Thanks for the info. I've been thinking about trying amsteel, but I was concerned about still to carry tree straps and how much space I might actually be able to save
If it's only used 12 times a year for ten years (which it will easily last that long), it is only $10.00/night to be very comfortable. If you camp more than 12 nights a year it makes even more sense and will 'pay for itself' sooner. Or you can set your value for a good night's sleep at a higher rate. Either way, if you go camping regularly it is a wise purchase even though it sounds expensive at first.
That sounds about right. I camp out 30 plus nights a year but I do mix up my gear a lot to make the videos more interesting. Have spare also lets me bring out friends from time to time 😉
Too expensive for car camping or Argo camping, maybe just a little tent or Tipi. Where's Esme, Hope couldn't see her new haircut while in the hammock! Bloody hell now I'm going to have to take Hope camping on a island (besides the one that we live on of course). If I was in my 20's maybe I would have a hammock but not in my 50's that's for sure.
Hi Stephen - It is a bit pricey and really aimed at backpackers, something I plan on doing more of. This was filmed as part of the last video so Esme was hanging around in the background 🐶 I love the idea of living on an island! Smaller the better - lol
I really need to sharpen up on learning different knots. That looks like an absolutely lovely set up. I would love to try sleeping in a hammock but I’m a tummy sleeper. That looks so cozy. Nice job MICHAEL cheers buddy.
Thanks Jacqueline - I'm the same. I practice knots when I'm watching TH-cam with a length of paracord but I seem to forget them as quickly 😄 I have 3 knots I always use. Maybe I'll film them in todays video making trip 🤔
Michael great setup, thanks for sharing.
Thanks buddy! 🍻
Love my Warbonnet Superfly. Went with the pole mode that gives you a little more room on the inside. Used it now for 4 years and it's been bombproof. Thru summer and winter camping. Use a Dutchware 11 ft wide cut hammock and Hammock Gear Quilts. Pretty light weight and fits good in my pulk or pack back. Take care, Al
Thanks for commenting Al. I was thinking about the pole mod too. Did you make your poles or buy the carbon fibre ones?
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Got them from Warbonnet. They had them on sale. They're not carbon fiber but do the job. A couple of vendors make them but someone with your talents it shouldn't be to hard to make your own. Take care, Al
Thanks for the info Al! 👍
I love my warbonnet Blackbird hammock with the superfly tarp sleep like a dream in the bush great gear
Thanks Dale - Its quality stuff that's for sure!
I was thinking of starting some hammock camping, after watching this, I am sure I am getting the gear to do it.
Its a great way to sleep and I like the way you are off the ground and away from the mud and wet 👍
I am glad that you talked about the Hennessy Hammocki did not realize that it was an entry-level hammock I'll have to do some more research thank you for your Insight on these really enjoy your videos keep up the good work
There are many Hennessy models the one I have is the basic model. It's a great all in one package that contains the tarp and when combined with the snake skins is a dream to setup and take down. The Warbonnet is just a lot more customizable with different covers and options that can be switched out to suit conditions. Horses for courses 😊
Nice set-up there Michael. You'll be smoothing in that rig. I just got home from the North West Overland Rally, in Plain, WA. Great weekend in the sun with about 2,000 other folks camping. Everything from my budget gear, to rigs that are beyond $125K (just for the rig). Met some great folks, bought some new goodies for the rig/camping. Gonna REALLY like my new solar gear (not cheap). Used the CLAM Pavillion as my tent/cooking shelter, and the Teton cot inside this time. I still think I sleep better in a hammock.
Sounds like a great trip! 2000 people is a lot of camping! lol! I sleep well in a hammock as well as the TETON. The TETON is a little better for Esme as she can jump in and out but she likes the hammock too. I watch a lot of overland videos - it looks like fun. UTV camping is a mini version I guess but much smaller.
An excellent review of your setup. Good job
Thanks Rob - Its a very cool setup!
I have a war bonnet superfly and love it. I use it with my bridge hammock winter and summer.
Who knew they were so good! One of my favourite pieces of gear!
Great setup dude, i swear by warbonnet myself
Yup - Very happy with the setup! Few more tweaks but I think I'm ready for hammocking with the pros! lol 👍
Looks great. Great information.
Thanks Brian!
Thanks for the video :-) I also have the Eldorado and tarp. I already have a BluSky hammock, but it doesn't have bug protection and only single-lined, and, as it can cool off a bit at night here in Nova Scotia, I wanted a place to slide my self-inflating pad. Now don't get me wrong, I love the extra room and bug protection, and no one likes to get wet, but as I am what one would call an "expert" (so sayeth the army) in survival and ultra-lightweight "camping", I must pass on my observations about the Eldorado-with-net/underquilt/rain-cover size/bulk and weight. I also have an ultralight, tiny 1 person-2 Labrador retriever tent w rain-proof fly, an ultracompact summer-only sleeping-bag/blanket, and to be honest, the latter setup is smaller and lighter than the hammock setup. Why? it just stuffs and breaks down to a much smaller package, leaving more room for MRE's bug-wipes-water etc. As you know, on a long trek, weight and balance is a prime consideration.
Yes, like they say in Real Estate.." location location location" and yes, a hammock gives you more options, and yes hammocks can be set up on the ground as a ground bivy, so there is that. I guess my point is, if it is ulta-light and stuffability is a priority for a person, also be aware there are also some very tiny and storm-proof 1 person tents out there for a comparable price.
Anyhoo, just my 2 cents...keep up the videos!
Thanks again, and stay safe :-)
And no, I will NOT atempt a video of my 2 knuckleheads attempting to climb into my Eldorado any time soon...the male is 85lbs, and the "little" chocolate is 75...and there would be a battle...in a hammock...um...no :-D
Thanks Dave for the feedback! I agree apart from one small point - comfort! This setup beats hands down any comparable tent/bivvi for the weight/bulk and provides a greater covered camping area to cook hand out etc. And I would love to see the labs attempting to climb in the hammock! 😄 Best wishes from Alberta! 🇨🇦
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Thanks for the kind and informative reply :-) Yes, that would be a debacle worth a separate video lol "No Ellie NO Dan!"
But seriously folks, I just received the snakeskins, so I am looking forward to seeing how compact they get :-)
The setup is very nice but I think I prefer your previous setup with the cot and tarp more.
Esme must be a good sleeper. My dachshunds managed to stretch out enough to give us just enough room not to fall off the bed. My husband and I would be on the ground with hammocks. 🐶😆 Dogs, just love them. ❤️
LOL - Dogs are like that 😄 - This setup is more for backpacking. The cot is great when I'm in my Argo or truck camping.
Thank you for sharing.
Anytime!
Have you ever seen Hofman Outdoor Gear. Hes a guy over in Manitoba. Makes some great stuff. Decent prices and everything is handmade. .
I haven't but I will check him out! Thanks for the tip!
NICE VIDEO thanks
Anytime Kevin!
You can save the weight and bulk of your Nite-ize cam-lock by adding one more prussic to your ridgeline and using it for a very simple and convenient trucker's hitch. It's the exact same as your cam-lock except you have to add a single slippery knot to it after pulling it tight. It can even be done with gloves on easily. All of your other stuff is very high-end and lightweight, adding a big bulky cam-lock to your system just doesn't seem right.
I have the Eldorado and 0°F Wooki. I am looking forward to getting a lightweight winter tarp, but I have a decent heavy one that I think I need to use until it gets some problems. I'm jealous of your setup! I'm getting there though. 👍
Hi Nathan - I agree with you the cam lock is over kill and doesn't match the whole ensemble. But I love it! lol. We have almost the same setup but I do recommend the Superfly tarp. I was worried it was too big at first but it compresses down great and covers so well. Thanks for the tip on the knots! Best wishes Michael & Esme!
Very good combination, but for almost 600 Dollars it must have a good quality also. I am only wondering if there is also a mosquito net by this hammock? Regards, Tony.
Hi Tony - there is a built in mosquito net that zips around the hammock. A must for Canadian summers! 😄
What is you be usin' for a top quilt, man? Wassup? And, how long were your tree straps? It looked like they barely made it around the circumference of the tree...
Hey buddy - I made the tree straps 6ft long. The trees in the boreal forest are not that girthy compared to other places. I bought enough webbing to make longer ones if needed. I'm using the Enlightened equipment 20f quilt from Mass Drop. Its pretty good. 👍
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors cool. Thanks for the info. I've been thinking about trying amsteel, but I was concerned about still to carry tree straps and how much space I might actually be able to save
I really like the Amsteel - its much lighter and smaller than the straps and feels solid. Just measure a few trees and find the sweet spot! 👍
Total cost: $1198.99 Canadian! 😂😂😂 It is well turned-out, I must admit. I guess I am just envious.
Yup - the prices are crazy but I think this will last for the rest of my days 👍
If it's only used 12 times a year for ten years (which it will easily last that long), it is only $10.00/night to be very comfortable. If you camp more than 12 nights a year it makes even more sense and will 'pay for itself' sooner. Or you can set your value for a good night's sleep at a higher rate. Either way, if you go camping regularly it is a wise purchase even though it sounds expensive at first.
That sounds about right. I camp out 30 plus nights a year but I do mix up my gear a lot to make the videos more interesting. Have spare also lets me bring out friends from time to time 😉
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I'll be very interested to see if you can make it work in the winter time
Too expensive for car camping or Argo camping, maybe just a little tent or Tipi.
Where's Esme, Hope couldn't see her new haircut while in the hammock! Bloody hell now I'm going to have to take Hope camping on a island (besides the one that we live on of course). If I was in my 20's maybe I would have a hammock but not in my 50's that's for sure.
Hi Stephen - It is a bit pricey and really aimed at backpackers, something I plan on doing more of. This was filmed as part of the last video so Esme was hanging around in the background 🐶 I love the idea of living on an island! Smaller the better - lol
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Yup the ONLY place where there's no Mosquitoes and Black Flies is on a island in the Pacific Northwest.
LOL - Sounds like a place I would enjoy!