Types of Camping Hammocks Part 1...Gathered End 

I'm a convert for the past year and a half, and the whole experience has been trial and error. Since becoming a tree dweller, I'm venturing out way more often. I sincerely thank you for this channel.

Wow...this is the most comprehensive video on G.E. hammocks I have ever seen. An instant classic! Thanks Shug!

I love my gathered end hammock- a 12ft Green Bean Clone. Been using it for car camping, but, after I recuperate from knee replacement (6 weeks post op ) I'm gonna try my first solo, hopefully this year before winter ( my DIY quilt is only rated to about 30-- 40 degrees- not used it yet). Used the hammock on one trip this spring, was best sleep *ever*. Would pitch my bed if I could hang the hammock in my house. Please keep making videos, we'll keep watching! ATB!

love it shug. glad I got a chance to stop by.

Great job Shug covering those gathered ends. Oh hail to the upcoming bridges though...lol can't wait

Thank you so much for this video!! I have fought that ridge down the center for sometime. I just use the Equip single person hammock...I know it is a budget hammock, but, well it was my "first love" LOL. I have always laid in it straight and have found if I did not get the hang just right I had that ridge that KILLED my legs. I just went to the 2 person Equip about 2 weeks ago. Half the night I fought the ridge, finally got my first diagonal lay...LOVED it, slept great!! Thanks for the info on how to fight the ridge.

So the cool thing about Hammocks (and I still don't own one, but I will I swear!) is that the actual hammock is from what I have seen the cheapest part of the setup. Not a huge investment to find a hammock that you can be comfortable in. I see different sites all the time with Hammocks under 60 dollars, and from what I see, (and please correct me if I'm wrong so people don't go with bad information) the suspension (Hope i'm using the write term) that goes from the tree to click onto the hammock is pretty universal, so once you have that it's not like you have to keep spending money on that to change through hammocks. At least that's the way it appears. These videos are awesome, It's nice to see someone passionate about something they enjoy and willing to help inform people based on their own experience. Shug you're my hero. Btw, just out of curiosity, do you use a specific brand of Clubs? I used to use radical fish, but I've since changed to a more traditional style of club. (Sorry, off topic)

Loving my XLC but ordered a full length quilt from hammock gear since the yeti didn't keep them pesky skeeters off my legs. Got chewed up pretty good. Only thing I dislike so far is the zip is one way. I'd like to add another zip so I can place it in the center more for quickly grabbing things under me or re-arranging my underquilt. I think I could do it without losing the ability to unzip it all the way off.

At first your humor irritated me, then I heard myself chuckle, then I laughed, then I hit the "subscribe"......all within 2 or 3 minutes!

I have the Warbonnet Blackbird and Dutchware Half-Wit. Hammocks are the best. Last weekend we had to use the tent. I woke up stiff and uncomfortable. Good Review!

love your vids man I've got to say you gave me the courage to go out on my first solo trip and it was a nice and peaceful.... a lil scary but nice and peaceful I do motorcycle camping hopefully y'all don't frown on that but it's what I enjoy and I feel like we still have similar goals it's all fun in the woods :)

Long time listener.....first time caller. I'd love to hear your rendition of "Night Dook" again. It's been a while.

Great stuff shug. I am a WBRR guy now. It is my love. One day I want to try a 12' gathered end.

I bought a Hennessy Explorer this year to try some camping. Not having ever slept in a hammock I was curious how it would go as I tend to toss and turn in my sleep. First time out I woke up in the morning staring at the hammock and laying on the mosquito net. Now I'm not a small dude, so I can testify to their construction!

I like your left hander Blackbird. ; -)

Awesome video as always!

Only "high energy" person on youtube that I ADORE ! thanks Shug for all that great information and being our highly strung hammock hero (of course with the right sag though) btw how many ounces do your shirt pockets hold and do you store trail mix in them ? because us fans need to know every single measurement of everything single item in your video !

Thank you for the info! Your channel is a great resource!

You are the Guru. :D

Thanks for sharing your delight! I used Chillax hammock from Costco this summer, and have fallen in love. I now want to develop my practice with a genuine camping hammock, and you are so affectionate about green bean. Can you also share the measurements of GB 2.0?

I'm early! Yay! So, hopefully you'll see my question. big fan of your videos, this one is very informative, and I really liked the angle from above. It gives clear visual when you're explaining something. Anyway, here's my question: how long is your ridgeline in your green bean 2.0? I made a 345 cm hammock and I'm kind of worried that the sag will be too much for the upcoming fronkey bucket and the tarp. what's your experience with a dog bugnet

I have those same shoes man, I dig em.

Have you ever used Sawyers insects spray on a hammock? Over here in Wisconsin that's been working well, spray on leave it out to dry and it lasts all summer.

You are back!!!

i did a bit of a review of the Hennessy Expedition Asy Zip on my channel. Took it to Algonquin Park in June. I love sleeping in a hammock.

LOL! I just love to love!

The Bean is back!

Hello shug sir now i know you've done a ton of videos on underquilts and then there's the video top quilts vs sleeping bags and I know you usually mention what particular top quilt you're using at that given point in time in fact in one video I've watched more than once you mention the warbonnet mamba i think that's the name there is not a lot out there on that particular top quilt one that I've come across besides your video were it's mentioned so since you are the bench mark in which all others try to achieve when it comes to any and all things hammock backpacking would you consider making a video maybe a short series on top quilts if not I will continue to watch and enjoy the videos you do make "that's a purdy boil"

Hey, I have a guestion, White Noise! In really wet weather, do you stuff your hammock in a waterproof dry sack? I know to keep my down dry, but I've always wondered this about hammocks, inner tents and sleeping pads.

Hi there Shug, thanks for another great vid. Just curious what you think of a blue poly tarp gathered end hammock? I saw one in another vid, replicated it using stuff around the house (10x12 tarp, paracord, cam lock tensioners) and hung it using my vertical porch support beams and it seemed to be fine. I got in it(gently), the "hammock" and cordage seemed to support me pretty solidly, and I'm around 6'/280 lbs. Just curious about your thoughts since I'm considering using this setup, plus foam camp pad under me, TQ, and cover tarp on an overnighter in a wet, chilly (+7 degree Celcius) Canadian night this weekend and really hope I don't end up on the ground. Btw, finding suitable trees isn't a problem here lol.

Shug: Have you tried using a Gorka 4 (or 3) while hammock camping or while hammock sleeping? I don't think I have seen you review a Gorka suit yet. Just curious...

How about an annual Shug camp fest? Have you considered it?

Fantastic!

Hi Shug! I have recently acquired a hammock for free and want to use it on a backpacking trip. It's only about 8'10" long and 4'7" wife. I'm worried it might be a bit short after seeing how big most hammocks are. I'm a average size guy about 6'. Do you think it will work if I give it a lot of sag to max out my diagonal lay?

I have seen those people who are tall say they like a shorter hammock strung up at zero degrees. I have also heard people down here in Alabama say they like banana and mayonnaise sammiches?!

Would something like the greylock 3 or 4 from jacksrbetter work ok on the blackbird xlc double layer 1.7? My situation is that I have a cheap single layer hammock now and would like an UQ to use with it this fall/winter, but I know eventually I want to get the xlc. Way down the road I would probably get the wooki UQ for it, but I just can't afford what I want right now. So, in long, again, would the greylock work on the xlc till I can afford the wooki?

any recommendations for side sleepers? I saw a review on the eno doublenest and the reviewer complained about side sleeping.

nice video

Aaaarrrr man ,not a single whoooo buddy! .... :'(

ok

A true showman you are, Shug! P.S: Coffee makes me nervous when I drink it. Mmm.

I've been tent camping for years and recently made the move to hammock/minimalist camping. Appreciate your videos for their humor and information. 🙂

Very cool of you to make these videos. You are doing this all,for us, so thank you so much. If I haven't told you before, you're a great guy Shug!

Last time I was this early to comment/watch your video before it reached several thousand views I was a tent camper. I must be moving on up in life. :-)

Whats hot for you Shug?? 65 maybe 70?!

Nice Video! I'll never go back to sleeping on the ground. I started with a hennessey hammock but now use a custom Dream Hammock with hammock Gear quilts. I sleep better in my hammock than I ever have in a bed. Great sleep makes for more energy and better hiking/camping. Thanks again for the videos.

You know Shug, I added a 3ft piece of mini para to my inside toggle of my XLC, works...

Warbonnet quality is super high. Love their stuff.

As usual, a great discussion/presentation of the pros & cons of a gathered-end hammock! Thanks Shug! By the way, I like the way you used one guy line per side to pull out the mosquito netting. I have been using four separate lines!...Stop laughing at me! LOL!

with a gathered end hammock, what is the difference between an asym lay: left versus an asym lay: right? I have a HH Expedition Asym Zip that appears like it would be a asym lay: right by the position of the side pullouts. I'm an old geezer but new to modern hammock camping & have seen videos with different diagonal alignment positions. Is there a "correct" way to align oneself on the diagonal in reference to the pullout points with this hammock? thanks for reading this.

Hey shug can't mosquitos still bite through the bottom of the hammock

Friday and a new hammock video from Shug. Whooooo buddy!

Shug for president!? You are great and your videos are very entertaining but more importantly very informative. From what i've heard, i'm sure you have inspired thousands of campers/hikers/backpackers. Please keep the videos coming.

Want to know how good you are, Shug? My wife, who has never backpacked or slept in a hammock, will say, “Hey, let’s watch some Shug”. All secure in Sector 7. Whoo Buddy.

Blackbird, simply awesome !

Spent my first night hammock camping in a ENO double nest with bug screen last night. Slept better than in my own bed. Wife booted me out of it around 5am as she was in a tent, now she wants her own. Thanks for all the tips Shug.

I find its better in warmer weather to just soak your hammock in Permethrin and spray down with some deet before bedtime. I've not had problems with mosquitos like this and it allows for more airflow.

Hey Bubba are you doing ok ? Not sure if you have not been posting lately or if I am just messing in my attempt to find recent postings. Just checking on you.

Hi Shug, Love your videos! Please consider reviewing 2 person hammocks. Thanks!

Thank you for your great reviews and instructional videos. Watching has help me make the decision to give hammock camping a try.

so what would you recommend for a 6'4" 300lb dude. I can tuck up and roll up , but that middle of the night free fall from 3' is not that fun.

What stuff sack is that with the greenbean? I was thinking of using Jacks R Better medium sack but not sure which size for a 10' hammock

because of your info i started my quest into hammock camping....... thankyou

Drum Major knows that if you wear a high feather on your hat, the deer flies will focus on that instead of your head, :)

GREENBEAN! Thanks Shug! Ya know I was wondering!

Cool to have an expert on hammocks. I’ve learned a lot. Excellent. Thanks!

👍as usual, funny instructive video ! We like it here in Quebec, Canada .

hope you like the Paris and Nube I think there sending you

Hey boss! does a hennessy asym design make for a better diagonal lay than a non asym... ?

Great vid, i think i am a 11ft gather end kind of a guy, but its great to see all the different types, never tried a bridge, might have a go one day. Love the vids, hope you had a great summer performing :)

Unlike most educational videos, which are serious, your videos are very enjoyable to watch. So, thanks for creating this video series. I now have two questions. 1. What about using a sleeping bag in a hammock when it's cooler out? I've been told you can do it. 2. What about the ENO hammock systems, especially those that have the mosquito netting and tarp? I'm considering getting one. Maybe ENO will send you one for free that you could demo and educate viewers with.

thanx for the Vid Shug; I use the 'Tenth Wonder' Hammock over here in the UK - Mosquito net and double layer built-in.Been using it for for years. *uses two small bars at each end to spread the net.

You could use that 2QZQ UQ protector on my that single layer if the bugs are biting through. Keeps from using a UQ or getting a double layer. Another option. See Shug, we do listen and learn. Great video.

Great stuff Shug.. and very informative as well. Thank you for the video

A new green bean!!! Yay!! Glad to see a 2.0 version.

LOL, good humor for an early Saturday morning.

Just ate a York! Thought about you while I ate It! Lol

Which method did you use for the gathered ends of your hammocks you made? Is there one you prefer? I just ordered a diy kit from ripstopbytheroll and I'm torn on which one to try...

Is that a single or a double? I am 5'7" 240lbs and get consumed by a double laying straight inline.

Dang Shug, you're truly dedicated to your channel when you are filming this week in MN...

Great presentation Shug! You are one of a kind :) - Martin

Man...you're getting bored, aren't you?

La vie c'est dehors ! Xxx

How do you not have a travel channel show?

you remind me of Ernest P. Worrell

Just great , thanks Shug.

excellent Shug, as usual.

Great stuff and Golly thats good Eating!

I like how you always have a cool way to start the video and entice people to watch it till the end

you Sir are hilarious!

Thanks for the info Shug. I just booked a 3 night stay at the Hilton. No bug net required 😎

Oh, and since I probably never said it before, I and hundreds (or maybe dozens.....) of hammockers, campers, hikers, and wanna-be all the priviouslies, owe you a big round of thanks for all the effort, enthusiasm, spam, break-fasts in the hammocks you have filmed for us over the years. You are humble, funny, and always so full of cheer one can't help but be infected (and probably die from) and it is one fine infection if I may say! THANKS Shug for all the laughs. Be well my friend!

I'm early! Yay!!!!

Hey Shug, have you ever used Mule Tape as your suspension line?

Great job

Great videos! I'm interested in buying or making my own hammock here pretty soon and your entire channel has been beyond helpful and entertaining!

Shug, a big thank you for yet another wonderful video! Quick question, have you ever thought about putting together a gag reel of any funny moments that happen when you are taping that might not make the final cut? 😊

Whooooo Buddy! This our first year hanging in Hammocks and love it.... Thanks for the vid's.

As always thanks man ! Entertaining and knowledge! I just got a Hennessy explore system so far love it ! I sleep in it every night :)

Hi Shug I love all your vidieo"s but You don't show any with couples my other half wants to sleep together.