I bought a new ridge runner and i was trying to think of how to hook up a hang time ridge line inside. Didn’t realize there were rings inside. Thanks for the video.

Hey Rob. I just received my Ridgerunner and am finding your vids really helpful. Thanks man!

Great breakdown! I'm a ground dweller but looking at getting into a bridge hammock. Researching between the Ridgerunner and the Banyan. Thanks for sharing!

Excellent. Thanks for that. I have the 30d version with Becket suspension coming. Please can you do a quick video on the Myers suspension you have. Thanks alot

Brandon has always made chances / improvements to all his hammocks over the years. My wife owns 3 RR's

I really like your channel and video reviews. I was a hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman overall until I had 4 near death accidents as a result of other drivers driving drunk and hitting me. Long story short, I can use a hammock and find them more comfortable that than custom made beds to help my back pain and any bed sores. The WARBONNET RIDGERUNNER with the SPREADER BARS are especially great on my back and overall pain. I’m still 70% to 100% PARALYZED from the chest down but it’s much easier to get in and out of a hammock than trying to get up off the ground if tent camping. The weight isn’t a problem for me, and the hammock in this review that is more like a bed sheet feel is perfect for me. I’ll be 60 years old on June 2, 2021 - 2 weeks from now and am hoping to get the hammock like the one you reviewed - the carbon fiber spreader bars, and the accessories. Would you please tell how to buy one the easiest- the PRICE OF THE COMPLETE PACKAGE DEAL? I would be greatly appreciative for any advice and information on where to buy a Warbonnet Hammock and any accessories I may like. Doctors said I’d be lucky if I lived to be 30. I’m weeks away from doubling their estimates and will never quit trying. Few people have broken their necks in 3 places and lived long. I’ve put in 8924 hours of Physical Therapy and will keep,going. I look forward to taking up Hammocking as a way of enjoying the outdoors. Thanks for your time and advice. Bill Sturman ~

Rob, Thank you for your video. You didn’t mention what I was looking for - but I saw it in the video coverage and may learn more about it when I watch your others. It has to do with that toggle/cord at the head end that the head spreader bar goes though. I hadn’t seen anything about it in WB’s videos (either old or new model), and I couldn’t understand its function. If it was just a pass through for the pole, why did it have a cord, toggle, and knot construction instead of just a simple loop. It seemed to me, that the spreader bar was too close to that head “pocket” - if that pocket was suppose to be for your head with neck support - and the spreader bar would bump my head. A change you didn’t mention, that I think falls near the “major” category, is the suppled spreader bars themselves. In the old style, you had the option of removing a center piece at at the head end, so the head bar was 4 inches shorter. The new bars are also three piece, but the center piece now adds 10 inches. The other two pieces are shorter so the overall length is the same. But that center piece is a double male - so there is no apparent way for the two remaining pieces to come together. WB told me, that putting the “insert” of the center piece in the two outer piece was optional to add stability. That confused me because it seems there is no “optional” about it - you have to put something in those two outer pieces to hold them together. And the “insert” part of the center piece is not designed to be removed - it is pinned to the center piece. So it seems to me, the new RR is not intended to have a “shorter head bar” option. The last difference is apparent if you use a SpinDrift sock. With the old style, the bars fit inside the SpinDrift. This required some padding on the pole points so they wouldn’t punch through the sock because the fabric was tight there. One commercial solution was rubber “bumpers” sold by ArrowHead for a couple bucks (or make your own out of used bicycle inner tube). The new suspension allows the poles to fit outside the spindrift but here’s the … wait for it … rub. The SpinDrift sock is mostly used in the winter. And in the winter, I’m guessing you might want those poles inside the spindrift to minimize their exposure to freezing rain. Also, outside the sock, you can’t use that loop on the head pocket. You can put the bars inside the sock - like they were in the older style - but you absolutely need some protection on those points so they don’t punch through. I’ll watch your other videos and see if that head end pocket and loop are discussed.

Alright Rob, I broke down. I had my Chameleon and 11' Thunderfly. Well, now I have added a Dutchware Banyan Bridge hammock (which I love ... lots of good naps already ... taking it to the OHT in 2 weeks). The trusty old 11' Thunderfly just isn't long enough to cover the dog bones entirely, so I did it ... I bought myself a new Mountainfly (Ocean Blue, 20D silpoly). I ordered it on 6/11, with a stated lead time of 3-4 weeks, and received it yesterday. That is a mere 11 days from order to receipt on a custom Mountainfly. I'm seam sealing the pullouts tonight and it will be ready to go (already ordered and received an extra set of Dutchware Stingerz and a mesh sleeve for it). Was tempted to do another Thunderfly, only longer, but remembered you talking about your Mountainfly and figured I'd give it a shot (same price anyway). Can't wait to get it out on the trail!

Thankful to know more about the fabric material!🙌🏻

I think I'm going to upgrade from my REI QDA to the RR this upcoming Holiday Season.

Glad you explained the bug coil. Stephen. LOL.

You can get the new 2020 version in the same 30D nylon to lower the weight. If Im not mistaken the old version in the 30D weighed nearly identical to the new version in 30D. The 40D added the extra 4.5oz

Or you have a friend who owns a ridge runner and want to help them out. Good info Rob.

Sasquatch was behind you at 1.30 🗿

Great video as usual. Love the color wish i saw that before i got my RR a week ago. Couple questions if you have time 1.how long did you make the ridge line? Is the big net strong enough to hold the ridge line with the hook time and phone? Looks like it’s just the shock cord and bug net fir support. 2. What size did you make the shock cord on the new bug net pull out? I see you used line lock 3 3. Love to see a review or how to on Jeff’s suspension. I have bought a lot of stuff from him except suspension. Still using beetle buckles which I know you had slippage issues Thanks for all the good work. You are the expert on the Ridge runners. Not many videos on them

I couldn’t tell is that a double layer hammock or not since you are using an underquilt in the video? Also wondering about tippiness when if tossing and turning from side to side such as I do. Wondering if I can one could just put a pad on top and if wanted to use my One Wind underquilt could just use that as normal. I know they make the Lynx underquilt specifically for it, but wouldn’t want to buy everything right out the door. Enjoy your reviews are informative and don’t take yourself to seriously. Thanks

Great video! Thanks for sharing the info. I love my 2 year old RR and relied heavily on your videos in making my decision. Also bought one for my daughter. WB should hook you up with at least one hammock!

I spotted a wild Stephen in his natural habitat!

Excellent! I was just looking for a comparison! Thanks! Too bad it's so ridiculously expensive to get one in The Netherlands! I'm using a dutchware chameleon right now, and I'm in to try something new, and the ridgerunner is on the shortlist.

I watched all your vids on the Ridge Runner and am happy to say I just got one delivered. My wallet however has a bone to pick with you.

1:32 is that Bigfoot??? 😂

Thanks Rob, you’re the man!

I like the video but you left me with more questions than answers. #1 where do you get your good looks? #2How do you chat with future time travelling Rob from 2021? You know if you had a beard you would look like a space wizard. #3 So future editing Rob is a time traveller from 2021, what hike dose Rob going next?

Glad I found your channel, and enjoying your content. lm thinking of trying a bridge hammock just wondering how deep is the Ridgerunner is at the head end, say from the bar ? please.

I like the bug repellent on your hat, I had a red one a long time ago. What are they called? I'm not a hammock guy but nice video anyway.

Awesome video! Does the set up have a slot for a pad underneath?

Thanks for the review - have you tried the Lawson Blue Ridge Camping Hammock by chance? more poles I suppose, but if I can't find two properly-spaced trees, it'd be nice to know I still have shelter.

Thanks for the video, Rob. Great looking RR. Is there an option for the ridge line included from the factory? Take care.

For the weight, you can't put the new suspension system on the older hammock? I didn't get how you say the new system is now slightly lighter then the old system if you mod the suspension? Thanks for the video going over the changes

Rob I know the Ridgerunner is the one I want but undecided on the color. Red looks sharp! What color was your old model? Thanks Sir!

Rob could you drop links for the sturdier shock cord you bought, the trilocs and how you installed your ridge line

I’ve wanted to get into hammock camping for a long time, but you have to get the hammock, the pad, the quilt, and the tarp, and it seems that by the time you’re finished, it’s more expensive and even heavier than an ultralight tent. Then what if there aren’t any good trees in your sight that are the right distance? And a big ALSO, is that I can’t find anywhere to try one before I buy. It seems tents are always set up to try, but I guess they don’t want people messing around in the hammocks or something, but there is never one on display.

Thanks for pointing out the Ridgerunner differences😉✌️is the ridgeline mod on the new ridgerunner standard on their hammocks now or optional?

Hi currently I have a REI quarter dome bridge hammock. I am looking to upgrade to warbonnet ridge hammock and 13 ft thunderfly. However, with the REI everything came together. And now with the warbonnet I am faced with way to many choices, I don’t completely understand. I really want this set to be easy like the REI one.

Hi .. thanks for the review ..i got a question tho , is the " dabble layer " just a second layer to spread the weight , or is there space in between for an air pat ? Reason i ask is , im not sure that i want to spend the money for an under quilt AND the Hammock when i just start out hammock camping .

great video bro

Rob, nice review but is the new one any longer? I have the original but I'm just under 6' 3" and it's too short. I also get shoulder squeeze.

is there a underlay pocket wihin the hammock. ? I have been looking around as i want to buy a hammock and go camping again. Gerard.

Just got a ridge runner, i will never go back to asyms

How would you compare and contrast the warbonnet and the Haven? Trying to decide between the two

Is this the dark red d40?

Hey brother I have the original warbonnet ridgerunner and I also have a set of carbon-fiber poles for it if I was to upgrade to the new ridgerunner can I still use my original carbon-fiber poles

Great information Rob! I have a hammock and gear in my cart but somehow I can’t seem to finally buy a set up...I really want to move away from tents but I am mostly a side sleeper and occasional a belly sleeper I’m concerned that I won’t be able to sleep very good in a hammock🧐any thoughts on that? Thanks!

Can you tell me what is the Outdoor Research top you are wearing in this video please?

Questions; do you use a inflatable bed, if so what make, model and are the dimensions the same?

Hi Rob.....new subscriber! Is your Ruta Locura carbon fiber "Front" spreader bar 2 or 3 sections? He offers both. Is your "foot" section 2 sections? Thanks.

@5:13 you say a word everyone says it no one says it clearly (you talk amazingly clear on every word but this not a dig at all) road rain loop? Roan grain loop? Rogain rope, roadrange, grow gain loop. Btw best backpacking channel on KZfaq. You blow the doors off Ban Deckers channel bro🤙

Good stuff

How do you like the Dream-Tex 40D fabric now? Do you think it's worth the 4 extra ounces over 30D nylon?

I bought the becket suspension with my ridgerunner. Can you tell us more about the Myerstech suspension?

are thy single ore double

Which Myers suspension is that? They have multiple choices.

Is the layout flat enough that you don't feel your back arched when you lie on your belly?

@4:35 you mentioned that the shock cord on the old ridgerunner isn't as robust as the shock cord you put on the new 2020 ridgerunner. What is the more robust shock cord you used called and where can I get some? Do you have a link for the Meijer Tech suspension system you went with? Or some way to identify it from all the others? Why is it better than the options they sell at Warbonnet? Thanks!

is the dream fabric standard? I just got my hammock last week when I ordered it it didn't give me options as to fabric so I don't know what I got

Would you recommend buying a new RR, or finding one on eBay of somewhere else?

When you start changing out parts, it’s hard to follow and compare stats

Well if I had waited till the end lol.

Would you happen to know the diameter of those carbon fiber spread bars?

Could I use wooden poles on this hammock if I made some?

Was that a nosy neighbor or bigfoot creeping up on you in the woods behind you at 1:29 ?

They don't make 'em in red anymore

When I bought my RR a few years ago I also bought attachments to use trekking poles instead of spreader bars. However, I haven’t been able to find poles that work with these attachments, has anyone done this? Or know what trekking poles would work? Thx

Someone is spying on you in the background @1:30

I have one and it's great, but it's still UNSTABLE AF compared to my Haven.

Anyone catch bigfoot in the background @1:30

Too many adds..

I think we all want to skip passed 2020