I just bought the DD underblanket and they fixed the issues where the bungee cords snapped in your video. There's loops on the 4 outside corners of the underblanket now and they have separate bungee cords with mini carabiners.
@rcchar6 жыл бұрын
Steve I love your Motto Leave No Trace But Knowledge. Being an Old Boy Scout. I see so many kids and adults just through things on the ground with no care in the world. Keep up the great video's.
@wanderlustvanlifersbythetw11066 жыл бұрын
Randy Charlton thanks for the comment. Yeah it makes sense to us, just wish more people would take note. Oh, just realised I responded from my other channel. Thanks again Steve
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Randy Charlton sorry I was on my other account, started one for van life and other outdoor adventures we do. 👍
@MrMisaKulicka4 жыл бұрын
Great video - especially like how you used the original webbing for a sling, makes a lot of sense and think I will give that a go too. Thanks for the video and tips.
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
No problem, thanks for the watch and comment 👍
@summittaedae23233 жыл бұрын
Knew to hammocking I bought this hammock with the 4x4 tarp and a Sierra madre under quilt. It’s night and day compared to that DD under quilt. It’s took me a ear now to get myself all set up but I’m ready now to winter hang. Great reviews btw really honest and detailed
@thewader6 жыл бұрын
Before I went away to Scotland for a week, I found your video when searching for under blankets. However, the way you tie your cord around the tree with the knots to adjust the hammock was amazing!!! I already had carabiners at either end and just used to tie cord around the tree and go from there, but those knots are a cracking idea. I tend to adjust the height after a while of sitting in the hammock, but having knots there, I just had to quickly clip on to the next knot. Simple but amazing tip. Thank you!!!
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
wadey hey glad you found that helpful, thanks for the feedback. 👍
@PaulOutdoors7 жыл бұрын
A superb watch and listen Stephen. I love my DD 3x3 tarp and Frontline hammock. I have looked at all of the under quilt options including homemade but now use my Snugpak Chrysalis Autumn Softie sleeping bag to cocoon my hammock as there is a ventilation hole at the foot end of the bag that enables the hammock to be threaded through bag. This means that when cocooned in the hammock the sleep bag insulation isn't compressed. I have added some elastic cord to the hood of the sleep bag that keeps it in situ and keeps the bag at full length. The downside is that the cocooning of the hammock in this way does restrict being able to sleep on the diagonal to a certain degree and the mosquito net cannot be used which doesn't really bother me in the winter and during summer I carry an alternative lightweight Mozzie net that I can drape around the hammock. Using my sleep bag in this way allows me to also use the bag on the floor in my bivvy bag should I choose to. You have a new subscriber. Happy wandering. Paul :)
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Paul Outdoors thanks Paul, that sounds like a fantastic idea, I am currently messing around with a few ideas on how to improve it so I will keep your workings in mind. thanks for the sub too. ;)
@nairnmonster6 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea, don't suppose you have a video or photo of it?
@leeetchells6094 жыл бұрын
Hi guys , just got me a DD hammock with bug net and I love it. Not got a canopy for it yet so would have to wait for a dry night before I camp in it. Just warn people not to let the fly net touch the velcro pads on double layer. Mine caught and I managed to get it apart without damaging the net but I think it could hole it if not careful. Cheers.
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment and I will definitely watch out for that. 👍
@squadcast74563 жыл бұрын
One of the best set up videos 👍
@JustaDudeintheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@mart872uk4 жыл бұрын
I' ve done a few nights in my DD XL Camo version , and your video brings back happy memories. To the uninitiated this doesn't sound right. But trust me , this is a must way of camping in the wild. I also have the under blanket from DD , and various tarps (also camo) . You can create your own comfortable space including sitting area etc . Loads of fun . Thanks Dude
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
I 100% that. It's very true, I have many too and love DD products. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
@torvador93845 жыл бұрын
Did research and bought this setup. Being delivered tomorrow. Just found ur channel. Superb. Subbed
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic, hope you enjoy it. Its a fantastic system. 👍
@PedroMcMahon7 жыл бұрын
I use DD under blanket never had a issue. Love it how you hate boots in hammock but you did it as well lol. good video ;)
@pimmelmann13 жыл бұрын
Nice review dude
@lanceflanagan3 жыл бұрын
I was searching for a mod for my hammock from the standard webbing so that water wont drop in. This'll do nicely
@JustaDudeintheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Aww, fantastic. I hope it worked for you. Sorry it took so long to respond to you. I just seen the comment now. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍
@ralphbaines37316 жыл бұрын
Great little vid. Can’t wait for the spring.
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Ralph Baines thanks for your comment 👍
@Silverfox4714 жыл бұрын
Hey Steven, great video! I’ve actually just ordered a dd frontline and 3x3 tarp, I’m in Australia(but funnily enough grew up down the road in Middlesbrough)!! The dd under quilts are not available over here so going to get a One Tigris one, pretty cheap! Anyway, got some good tips from you on here, loving the channel! Best of luck mate!
@billyjeavons4 жыл бұрын
THabks fr the 'little bit of a belly' tip. I have a Guinness tank. Love hammocks
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
😂 😂 😂 😂 Fantastic, love this comment so much. 😂 😂 😂
@billyjeavons4 жыл бұрын
@@JustaDudeintheWoods Thanks pal. It's good to see a proper sized guy doing this stuff. Great content
@corruptiononline4 жыл бұрын
Can't believe this is my cousin. Nice video!
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Right on 👉 👍
@hikershaulofsurvival45178 жыл бұрын
Nice video Steve. I tend to use walking poles for holing the front of the tarp open with elastic guys so i can just kick them down if it rains and keep the tension on the corners.
@JustaDudeintheWoods8 жыл бұрын
that a fantastic idea. I will try that next time. ;)
@larill_6 жыл бұрын
I am currently looking into a hammock and a tarp. Stumbled onto your video and I just wanted to thank you for all the information! Very thorough! P.S.Also a great lesson in English for you speak really fast time to time.
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
larill thank you and sorry about how fast I speak, In my city I actually speak slow compared to the locals 😂. Have fun 👍
@coasthome83566 жыл бұрын
Your English isn’t the problem, larill. I’m a native speaker and I miss about 30% of what he’s saying. Lol.
@damienlovestheoutdoorsandr61105 жыл бұрын
Just brilliant video to watch. You taking the tapes out of the hammock and swapping for paracord. As other bushcraft erst have been telling me to use whoopie slings. The paracord holds up well I'm 5'9 and 15 stone lol. I'm looking at using my zchec sleeping bag as a under blanket. Thank you very much for uploading.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Thank you and it definitely works. Sometimes people just want more crap to buy and carry haha. 👍
@damienlovestheoutdoorsandr61105 жыл бұрын
@@JustaDudeintheWoods this Friday I'm off on my first proper bushcraft meeting. It will be the first time to use my hammock lol. Yea it's getting christened lol.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
@@damienlovestheoutdoorsandr6110 that's amazing, enjoy and have a blast. 👍
@Adecent-exposure6 жыл бұрын
Very good Steven I bought the same set up on the good advice on your video keep it up mate!
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Graham Parker thank you for the feedback. 👍
@paulhester16755 жыл бұрын
6:32 i've been doing it wrong this entire time! thanks for a great video! i've used this hammock 2 times on weekend long trips and i find it brilliant! , again thanks
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it and learnt something different. 👍
@paulhester16755 жыл бұрын
@@JustaDudeintheWoodsnot long back from a trip with it and I'm going to be ordering the dd underblanket for it soon.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
@@paulhester1675 oh yeah that is needed. Especially if it's windy or winter. I do use my one without during the summer but it depends on how warm it is. 👍
@wey_aye_adventures4 жыл бұрын
Cracking video....I’m just up the road
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Ahh, thank you. 👍 I guessed that by your name haha. 😁
@jorvikoutdoors7 жыл бұрын
excellent vid, just bought DD Tarp and Hammock
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Yorvik Wilderness Bushcraft they are solid bits of kit, ideal for all seasons. Thanks for the comment and happy hammocking ;)
@adamandlorraine4 жыл бұрын
Me too. This was a good video thanks
@kathrynlay7 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much.. invaluable little hot tips, that I have never seen anywhere else.. Not even Dan at DD lol.. Great watch! :)
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
kathrynlay haha now worries and thank you for the comment ;)
@jpsims46973 жыл бұрын
Nice job exactly how I set my system up. Subbed
@johnuotela8837 жыл бұрын
i had my rubber slings break too but othervise i love it its warm and easy to use.
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
John Uotela I habe never used them. most kit I get from them tends to be fine but I have seen some poor quality too but they always replace it.
@patissierjensmeister29243 жыл бұрын
Great video well explained thank you 😊 👍
@JustaDudeintheWoods3 жыл бұрын
No worries, thanks for the watch and comment 👍
@Aldocello16 жыл бұрын
ANOTHER GOOD VID STEVE .....I JUST RECIEVED MINE AND HAD IT OUT THIS PAST WEEKEND FOR A 3 DAY 2 NIGHT . I LOVE IT ! IVE USED SEVERAL HAMMOCKS OVER THE YEARS THAT ARE GREAT BUT THIS DD FRONTLINE STANDS ABOVE .... I DID ADD THE WOOPIE SLING KIT AND THE SNAKE SKIN WHICH MAKES IT OUTSTANDING .... AS FAR AS SIZE , IM 6' 190 LBS US AND HAVE PLENTY OF SPACE FOR LENGHT AND HEAD ROOM WITH ROOM TO SPAIR WITH THE NET HUNG . I LIKE THE NET ZIPS ON BOTH SIDES FOR EASY ACCESS TO MY GEAR IF NEEDED , AS WELL AS HANGING OPEN IF THE NET IS NOT NEEDED . THE VELCRO SLEEVE TO ADD A PAD OR INSULATING MAT / BLANKET IS PERFECT FOR THE COLD CONDITIONS BUT IT ALSO BREATHED VERY WELL IN THE HOT TEXAS CLIMATE THIS WEEKEND , AND IT GETS VERY HOT HERE IN TEXAS , TRIPLE DIGITS FARENHIET AND I FIND IT WILL DO FINE ... THE TIE OFFS INSIDE AT THE TOP I ADDED A LINE OF CORD WITH A TAUGHT HITCH PERFECT FOR HANGING ITEMS , MOSTLY FOR A CHEAP HEADLAMP I USE AS A NIGHT LAMP FOR READING OR JUST SOME VISIBILITY .... AGAIN , ENJOY YOUR VIDS MAN , KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO ......
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
LoveLivingLife aww that's epic, that is fantastic. It is definitely a good bit of kit. 👍
@NorthwalesBushcrafters7 жыл бұрын
Great vid matey very fare comments very well put across keep it up 👍 I'm just starting myself 😉
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Northwales Bushcrafters hey, there and thanks for the comment, good luck on the new path ;)
@jeffdraijer75498 жыл бұрын
Nice video!
@JustaDudeintheWoods8 жыл бұрын
thank you ;)
@Airsoft-shooting5 жыл бұрын
Hi mate great video thanks you for Sharing, I am all better now and I can’t wait to get out now. 👍
@paulspeck65937 ай бұрын
lot to learn mate
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 ай бұрын
Who, you do?
@frankhall52158 жыл бұрын
Great video very informative your doing brilliant with the videos keep it up ATB
@JustaDudeintheWoods8 жыл бұрын
cheers Frank, I am really enjoying it. the daft thing is once I have recorded it and edited the video I think of loads of things I could of shown likes or knots and how I do a few other things. I will get it nailed soon haha. tha nd the comment ;)
@GINGER_out_and_about8 жыл бұрын
Love the set up love all the dd stuff, I just got my first frontline, I use elastic to tie fly net up so when you sit in the hammock the net stretches down without pulling on your ridge line, iv done same as you with the huggers thanks for sharing atb mike
@JustaDudeintheWoods8 жыл бұрын
cheers for the comment Mike, yeah i have the elastic on one side and the other side unlisted it so I just use a bit or paracord. fantastic kit though. ;)
@theoutdoormedic30986 жыл бұрын
Just bought a frontline. thanks for the tip regarding the tree huggers. deems like a good idea and makes it easier to adjust and set up. looking forward to more vids!
@regendsoutdoor3 жыл бұрын
It was very helpful, thank you!
@TheJohnnaZ7 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid mate! I've already subbed you. Hope to see more of you out camping bud and getting wild!! ATB Stu
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Bushy Johnson Hey Stu, thanks for the sub and checking it out. I hope to have much more to come ;)
@adaubeterre6 жыл бұрын
Excelente video,saludos Amigos,desde Venezuela
@danhold17 жыл бұрын
very good video
@wolfpackbushcraftaustralia6 жыл бұрын
nice loved the video mate
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
wolf pack Australia thank you 👍
@ExilSvensk5 жыл бұрын
I'm late to the show, a good few years late to the show, but I've got to say, this is the most detailed "review" I've seen on this setup. I ended up here as I was thinking of buying this set up. Thanks for this. Are you still using this setup or have you found a newer better once? Considering I'm on the market now I might as well ask.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Hi and welcome, we'll this setup is timeless. A fantastic kit. I am still using it, I have upgraded the tarp to a DD superlight tarp, but everything is still the same. Thanks for the comment, hope you subscribe 👍
@RichardOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Like it. Nice vid, Stevie and thanks for taking the time. Good setup but does the ‘bug’ net suspension line open up the risk of a rain run-off to the hammock? Perhaps a small twisted shackle or similar to break the continuity like the carabiner does on your main hammock suspension? Cheers.
@JustaDudeintheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Never had an issue but I do add drippers just incase. Thanks for the comment 👍
@travisconley8088 Жыл бұрын
I have watched a couple videos on this hammock and I love it! Thanks for sharing your experience. Did you spell knowledg without an “e” at the end on purpose?’
@davesgreatescapes5 жыл бұрын
Great video, my only thing is nobody ever does these videos when it is blowing a gale and raining sideways. I wonder how hammock camping compares to tents then.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Hi and thank you for comment. I did actually try last year but I killed a £600 camera. It did not go to plan. We hiked in a few miles in driving rain, 50-60mph winds at -10c by late evening. It was a real challenge, just getting dry was a mission. We ended up roasting chest nuts, made a joint of oak smoked gammon and dried out by the fire. Even made coat hangers out of Hazel along with a bench seat. Also had a river rock one of the lads accidentally added to the fireside explode and a shard around 7" by 2" went straight through my bush shirt and luckily missed my side. It was a fantastic night and adventure. The hammock did well, the full kit did outstanding tbh. Andy our friend got soaked as his hammock was end open to the driving rain but we tested ourselves with this kit and had a blast. It would of been amazing if I had not killed my camera. 👍
@Airsoft-shooting6 жыл бұрын
Great video mate a5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Ady&kim wild-Camping uk Uk Thanks for the stats. Glad you liked it. 👍
@liof16 Жыл бұрын
Hi Stevie, judging from your accent we might be neighbours! Any idea if the under blanket will roll up into the snakeskin along with the Frontline hammock? Cheers for a great vid - subscribed :)
@mmm-su9nq7 жыл бұрын
subd great vid dd for me then thanks keep them coming helps all newbies like myself cheers
@ronschreiber36356 жыл бұрын
I like Jilly
@damienlovestheoutdoorsandr61105 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video thank you for the upload. I'm just wondering if I take the tapes out of my frontline hammock. Will/is it possible to use them as tree huggers? Then feed through some whoopie slings? Thank you.
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Hi and thank you for the comment. That is pretty much what I have done. I basically tide the paracord which is two, basically a large loop through the hammock and then tide, I then used the hammock corde as a tree hugger with the knit system. It was easy.
@outdoorwilderness52993 жыл бұрын
What about using insulation between two layers of hammock ? Would it work better ?
@dougdixonhull4 жыл бұрын
Hi. Great video. I am just about to start hammock camping. Just a question, I'm looking for a lightweight alternative to the under blanket at they seem bulky. Have you ever tried an emergency foil blanket in the gap and would it work?
@leeetchells6094 жыл бұрын
I just use a light weight roll mat on mine. Fits a treat and carries on my backpack easy.
@ianhoward34177 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for sharing your hammock and tarp build. Please could you send price on the snake hammock please. Thanks Ian
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Ian howard, hi Ian, I believe they are around £6 each. we have none at the moment though but DD hammocks sell them directly. 👍
@msheldon106 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve. Great video. I got a frontline at Xmas and have had it out a couple of times. Do you have anymore info on the tree hugger mid you have made? Is it just using the webbing supplied?
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Michael Sheldon hey and thanks for the comment. Yes, I simply tide off 550 paracord to the end of the webbing and pulled that through and replaced the webbing with the 550 and then used the webbing as a tree hugger. Really easy. 👍
@msheldon106 жыл бұрын
Nice one. I will give it a shot tho may opt for Dyneema instead of Paracord. Fancy upgrading from just the webbing but dont fancy whoopie slings s they have mixed reviews.
@johnuotela8837 жыл бұрын
on my third and newest one the problem was fixed it has sowed in loops.
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
John Uotela that's good to hear. it's about time mind. Thanks for the comment.
@johnbourn5 жыл бұрын
I’ve just bought the dd 3x3 mc. Is that how big it is? Wow!
@JustaDudeintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Oh nice colour, I like the mc, it's one of my next buys. Yeah, it's a fantastic size, it has so many different configurations too. Enjoy and thanks for the comment. 👍
@MaffTUK7 жыл бұрын
Good vid Steve thanks Same problem with my DD underblanket however I do have a great fix for it (look for "DD underblanket repair" on KZfaq ) Regards Maff
@AK2HI3 жыл бұрын
how about keeping ants out, any advice?
@JustaDudeintheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the watch and comment. I personally have never had an issue with ants. If I did I would just find another spot as I can't imagine anything keeping ants away. Any point of connecting to something on the land will create a bridge for them to climb. All you can do is make sure you have zero food crumbs or items in your kit. 👍
@Jesusandbible7 жыл бұрын
Would 4.5 x 3 tarp be better? Stops it being so draughty.
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
Jesusandbible hi there, I find the 3x3 is ideal, I can set it up so it has no draughts. I find the bigger ones are harder but I find a larger tree span, then you need longer everything for setting up hammocks etc. Currently I am using 3x 2.5 and that's amazing too. 🤙
@FluXxxie7 жыл бұрын
guess you could call it a double D setup :p
@johnq.public4037 жыл бұрын
Another fine bloke fed up with the EU tax on hotel rooms.
@JustaDudeintheWoods7 жыл бұрын
John q. Public haha legend ;)!
@claverhouse16 жыл бұрын
Why waste time and effort being fed up with something that doesn't exist?
@koningbolo47006 жыл бұрын
DIY Underblanket ?? Dude...Are those led's in your cap ??
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Sander Tel yeah man, they light up. Powerful to and really handy. I got it from a shop called Decathlon. There all over Europe. It was £5 lol. Speaking of DIY Underblankets, I have actually just done one at Christmas, made it from a sleeping bag and I bought some mole straps and just stiched it all together. I find the DD one a tad short so I hope this one will be better. 👍
@koningbolo47006 жыл бұрын
On a broad path like that you may want to check for motorbike tracks... after a branch hitting you in the melon a motorcycle / hammock crash is not only very painful but also extremely embarrassing... Maybe best not to hang across a path in general ... just saying...
@JustaDudeintheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Sander Tel I can imagine that would hurt, we don't need to worry though, this is my land and they would have to get through many barbed fences and gates and also cross a massive river and then clime a 60ft cliff with dense woodland to get there. We have 2.5 miles of land and that path is about 10ft behind us, it is just a footpath we use from the wood carving area to the base camp. Then behind on the right is a medieval wagon way but like is said goes to a cliff and the path is covered in holy and some huge holes at around 4ft deep.. But I agree, if you were somewhere random then definitely never cross a path of any kind with any hammock or wires or anything. But thanks for the concern and common sense 👍