Dutchware Chameleon - My Hammock Setup And Mods

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@BackpackingWithJason 3 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of the same setup. Gotta love a good hammock hang. It’s definitely my most comfortable sleep in the woods.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a better sleep. A lot to set up though. Lol

@Oldsparkey 3 жыл бұрын

That's one well thought out and customized hammock for camping. You have to think about staying warm when camping , for me it's the flip side of that coin. Primarily staying cool here in Florida's heat and humidity. For that it's a double bottom hammock ( Warbonnet Blackbird ) with the attached bug netting. ( more on that later ) Sleeping I use a 1/2 to 3/4 inflated Therm-a-rest mummy style air mattress. Full length and self inflating. Starting out in the evening most of the time nothing under me , about 1 or 2 AM then the mattress is under me for insulation. Over me , every thing from a travel sheet to a top quilt depending on the time of year. The ridge line has a Hammock Gear ridge line organizer for incidentals. Suspension is either a Whoopee sling and Marlin Spike hitch in the suspension strap. 2nd choice is just the tree strap and a Becket hitch at the hammocks continuous loop. The reason for the double bottom hammock , the mosquitoes can not bite threw that material. The whole hammock is bug proof this way. Any body part touching the hammocks material is safe. We have mosquitoes , this area in the days of the Spanish Land Grants was called Mosquito County. Heck you could even say all of Florida. Mosquitoes should be out state insect and not the Zebra Butterfly.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

I often wondered what gear I would use in a warmer climate. I guess I’d save on under quilts for sure. Lol. We have mosquitoes here as well, all be it not as as bad as where you are. But so far I have been ok with a single layer. I usually do treat the underside with permethrin. That and my under quilt keep me from them. But when it is a hot night, I have to draft my under quilt which could allow them under me. But so far I’ve been lucky. I have heard horror stories of people having a mass of bites on their backs a day or so later. I’ve use whoopie slings in the past. They are so much lighter than the straps and synch buckle. I may give them another whirl now that I think about it. I like changing things up. Lol

@Oldsparkey 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 I had a buddy who used a single bottom hammock when camping in Louisiana. He posted some pictures of his arms which were against the sides of the hammock during the night. The parts of his arms that were against the hammock were a solid mass of red , swollen , mosquitoes bites. Fortunately he had a air mattress under his body.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

That sounds absolutely horrible. That would be bad for days.

@AmericanTechGiant Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input. I’m buying my first Dutchware to replace my Eno here literally right now. Your video helped me decide which add ons I need for a 4000 mile motorcycle trip that I leave on next week . Thanks dude!

@backpackingadventures4813 Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! I’m glad my video helped. Have a great trip! 👍

@mysterious.hiker.x 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a hammocker but I'm always interested in what people choose for their hammock options. It's almost like Legos, you pick and combine so many different parts to make something you imagined. Thanks for sharing!

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You are right. It is like legos. Everybody’s is a little bit different or in some cases a lot different but it is always cool to see how they dodo it and why.

@philinthephilippines 2 жыл бұрын

Nice presentation! I've practically lived in my warbonnet Blackbird xlc for a year I highly recommend.

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’ve been thinking about getting a warbonnet. I’ve head very good things about it. 👍

@Farang_Lifestyles 2 жыл бұрын

awessome video,,, great set up and well thought out,,,, ,happy hanging...

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@BackpackingWithJason 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never had a under quilt cover. I think I’m going to get one today. 👍👍

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

They really keep your quilt clean and dry and is good to keep the wind from sucking out your heat.

@BackpackingWithJason 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 I ordered one. Appreciate the tip 👍

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingWithJason you’re welcome!

@mysterious.hiker.x 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingWithJason Don't leave us hanging Mr. Backpacking with Jason, sir. Which one did you get?

@BackpackingWithJason 3 жыл бұрын

@@mysterious.hiker.x I got a black one from HammockGear. They all come in long. Can’t wait to see how it works on a rainy and windy night. Or a dewy night.

@hikerpov 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love my Chameleon and beetle buckle suspension. Great stuff!

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! They are absolutely the easiest synch buckle like suspension to use. Very easy to adjust and to attach and remove your hammock from. Dutch makes really good gear.

@lasersponge 2 жыл бұрын

Nice setup, thanks for sharing!

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ronbaker9971 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched your video. Good job.

@danielstoddart Жыл бұрын

This is still a great video because it shows exactly which options and add-ons are the most useful. I switched to hammocking on the AT because of the new rules (no tent camping on Max Patch; no requirement to stay in shelters in the Smokie Mountains).

@backpackingadventures4813 Жыл бұрын

The chameleon is a great hammock. That is one great thing about hammocks is you can personalize by adding too or removing what you want when you want to make it exactly what you need. Besides that, the two main reasons I prefer a hammock most times is when it rains you can hang out I’m under your tarp and second, you can pretty much camp anywhere where there are trees even with rocky or uneven ground where tents can’t go.

@dr_arctic3773 3 жыл бұрын

Great minds think alike! I have a Chameleon, beetle buckles, and Hammockgear quilts. All stuff that will not wear out for a long, long, time. About the only thing I might add is a lighter weight hammock for the summer.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Lol. Thanks! I love hammock gear quilts and I agree. They last long and are made very well. I still have my dream hammock darrian. And that with the suspension is 25oz which is about 6 oz lighter than my chameleon. I have it in the back of my mind to use it in the summer when I want to go lighter.

@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker 3 жыл бұрын

Great video I am new to Hammocking and I am slowly climbing the learning curve. I have been looking at the beetle buckles and have to remember to install those drip lines. I have not been out on the trail with my new setup yet but have been in the backyard, neighbors think i'm nuts. Thanks and take care

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Some people take line with them then put it on as drip lines if they think it will rain. I don’t do that because it has rained when they weren’t calling for it. So I put them on and leave them on all the time. Better safe than sorry.

@StepsbyKaatje 3 жыл бұрын

You really got a good hammock set-up! 😁 Thanks for the tips! 😀 Have a great day! Kaat

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@meYogii_ Жыл бұрын

I've just read about this hammock. I'M STUNNED!! I've been interested in sleeping over the night sky for many years. This hammock is very expensive with the extra things but it seems very comfy and would last many years. You can also buy a cover that you put underneath so that it protects you from the cold on your buttom half of the body.

@backpackingadventures4813 Жыл бұрын

This hammock is expensive BUT you can get a bunch of add one over time which makes it a very very versatile system in the long run. However, if you are looking for a cheaper hammock that is high quality, the Red Tail hammock from Hemlock Mountain Outdoors is great. It’s my new go to hammock. Under a hundred dollars for the hammock, big net, suspension, Ridgeline organizer, and stuff sack. But you can’t amid the add one like with this hammock.

@randypeterson4146 7 ай бұрын

Onewind is another great hammock that is very affordable and they have all the extras...I have been in a Onewind for 5 years now 40+ weekends a year and it still looks new....

@shyamlynn243 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man, good video. I love my Chameleon but need underquilt. I really like the Hammock Gear cover Idea too.

@backpackingadventures4813 Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and I’m glad you enjoyed it. The hammock gear under quilt really provides a nice barrier from the wind and rain and also keeps a little more heat trapped in as well.

@Stewbphoto 3 жыл бұрын

i have pretty much the same setup.. Great video

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Great minds think alike. 👍

@UnlikelyHiker 3 жыл бұрын

I like your setup. I really do want to get a real hammock so I can use that instead of a tent as an option. I had no clue they made a top cover! And good idea with the cord for the zipper!

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

I’m doing a video in the next week or so about a “budget” hammock set up but from cottage vendors so a real hammock for sleeping. you may get some ideas from that. not all hammocks are like that where you can get a top cover. BUT there is something called the Winter sock that encompasses your whole setup. works very well. I had one but I sold it to my friend that switched to a hammock set up. I mention it and show it in one of my hear videos. if you go to about time stamp 1:48 of this video you will see it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/arZgpcdl2c-vhmw.html . that string is a life saver for a fat man like me. lol

@UnlikelyHiker 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 I look forward to your next hammock video! Thanks!

@erikgiggey4783 3 жыл бұрын

just discovered your channel. at first when i seen the name i clicked, i hada breif glimer of hope rob started posting, only a space different in the name. great vid and nice gear i have run a chameleon since the kickstarter and liked it so much i just got the new one in cloud71, we have very similar quilt setups although mine are the older style hg quilts.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. So far I really like the chameleon. Very comfortable and I like the versatility in being able to switch out the net for the cover or nothing at all. I haven’t looked at the new cloud material yet. Plan to though.

@crazywisdom2 2 жыл бұрын

I just got my first Chameleon from Dutchwear Gear. I'm a fan. My goal is to get off the ground. Slowly but sure. Getting ready to order an under quilt and cover. Sub'd to your page. I live in Michigan and so we have similar weather. Love the channel.

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome! There are two main things I like with hammocks. First is not having to crawl in and out from the ground and the second is when it’s raining because you have a huge shelter to hang out in. I still really like tent camping as well but I feel hammocks are more versatile. Once you get past the learning curve of setting up and tweaking everything it will be great and lots of fun. Especially if you like tinker.

@OutNaturing 3 жыл бұрын

nice! northeast pa here!

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m smack dab in the middle of the state... more or less.

@hermeticallysealed 3 жыл бұрын

I've used the uq protector as a sheet in the hot times

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never thought of that but it would work in warmer weather.

@hermeticallysealed 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 it's a little clammy and the cords are a little annoying but it's very light

@turtlecrawford6468 3 жыл бұрын

Cool video. I recently got the symmetrical chameleon too. I have struggled a bit with the ridge line seeming too tight. I may swap out the ridge line with an adjustable one from Dutch that I got for my previous hammock. Do you know how much that suspension weighs? I have the whoopies.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

I sometimes have issues with my ridge line as well being too tight. I never seem to get it just right. My suspension including the 15 foot (4.57 meters) straps, beetle buckles and Dutch clips weigh 7.1oz (201.9g). But they are the largest 15 feet. The most common are the 12 foot (3.65 meters) they weigh 5.9oz (167.9g). I have a few sets of whoopies. They are definitely he lightest by far.

@coachhikes2747 2 жыл бұрын

How do you deal with the pullouts and the under quilt?

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

I use the pullouts on the head end to pull the netting away from my face. Actually, when you use the winter top cover with the removable vent cover, you must use the pullouts otherwise the vent cover doesn’t seal correctly. They don’t affect my under quilt if I understand your question correctly. However, they do get in the way on the foot end when I use a 3/4 under quilt. But I never use the ones on my foot end regardless of the under quilt I use. I never felt the need to.

@ahilbilyredneksopinion 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid.new sub fer sure...

@backpackingadventures4813 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim!

@RoyHanks 3 жыл бұрын

Do you use any of the clips that are built into the hammock & under quilt? (the pack clips)

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure what you mean by clips. My hammock and under quilt both have various “D” rings around them. I do use the ones on the hammock by my head and feet for the pull outs. There are some on the inside of the hammock where I use the ones by my head for a peak loft. I don’t use the “D” rings on the under quilt. There are two sets of clips on the side of each end of the hammock where I attach the under lines too: I hope this helps. Thanks!

@fayleya3865 3 жыл бұрын

Which fabric did you get your hammock in?

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Hexon 1.6 in black was what I chose for fabric.

@collinhassing 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, could you just explain the ridge line over the hammock? I am trying to understand what exactly does that do? Does it come with it or is that an addon?

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

+Collin Hassing It is referred to as a structural ridge line. They come with some hammocks. Usually the higher end, ones built for sleeping in, or the ones made by cottage vendors usually come with one. They can be removed or you can add them to any hammock. They basic measurement is the ridge line should be 83% of the length of the hammock. The main purpose is a “good hang” meaning no matter (within reason) the angle of your suspension, you will get a flat lay. Check out two other channels. Shuggemery, who is considered The Godfather of hammocks. And Backpacking With A Hammock. Both great channels for information. Backpacking With A Hammock has a video specifically on the hammock ridge line. Check it out for a complete explanation. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gdVmdN2IlZeofZs.html

@collinhassing 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 right on makes sense. Informative video you have, thanks !

@unpavedexplorer338 3 жыл бұрын

Hello my friend, I am just starting to hammock camp. I just bought a starter set and tested it out at the local park. I have not yet used it for overnight. I have a video on it. If you have a few minutes and can watch my video that would be great. Any advice would help. My concern really is the size and placement of the tarp. You have an awesome set up. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

+Unpaved Explorer I’ll take a look and get back to you later today.

@unpavedexplorer338 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 thank you.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have an email address you could provide off line? If so shoot me an email to my email address listed in my About section on my channel.

@unpavedexplorer338 3 жыл бұрын

@@backpackingadventures4813 yes, I will do in now.

@cerberusdogma 3 жыл бұрын

I live in central Pa. where would you recommend for an overnight hammock trip?

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

For central PA my go to is the Appalachian Trail. My favorite is between Caledonia State Park And Pine Grove Furnace State Park. There are many other trails that are under 3 hours away. It depends on the mileage you want to do. A great trip is the Old Loggers Path in the Loyalsock State Forests. It is 28 miles and not to bad as far as terrain. If you are looking for smaller miles but a great camp spot then I would recommend Sones Pond. It is about 6 miles from the western terminus of the Loyalsock Trail. I’ve done that a lot. Plenty of trees and a great view of the pond.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

It also depends on the tone of year. Ice and snow can make the trails that are rocky and have big elevation gained (Black Forest Trail) dangerous. And with time change less hours of daylight.

@cerberusdogma 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding thank you. Time is more my problem with only having a day and half off a week. I will have to check out sones pond. Only did day hikes in Caledonia State Park. Just a few minutes down the road from me.

@backpackingadventures4813 3 жыл бұрын

If you start at pine grove furnace you can go from there to Birch Run Shelter. It is about 10 miles. But a mile before the shelter is a big parking area so you could park a car there. The Birch Run shelter is about a mile past the parking. That is what me and my friend did on my last trip. Had a good hike the first day and an easy out for the second.

@cerberusdogma 3 жыл бұрын

Haha. I just watched your trip video on that and thought I should have probably watched more of your videos before I asked the question because that looks perfect for my time and location. Thank you very much