My Hammock Setup: Dream Hammock Darien and UGQ Winterdream Tarp
I finally have my hammock system together, and I want to share it with you.
To check out the companies where I got my gear, go to the sites below.
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UGQ Outdoor: ugqoutdoor.com?ref=2540
Outdoor Vitals: bit.ly/2VfwHvr
Enlightened Equipment: enlightenedequ...
Dutchware Gear: dutchwaregear.com
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My Big 3 (Shelter system, sleep system, and backpack):
ULA Ohm 2.0: ula-equipment....
My tent: Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL 2: bit.ly/331TdL3
My Hammock: Dream Hammock Darien: ugqoutdoor.com...
My Tarp: UGQ Outdoor Winterdream 12' Tarp: ugqoutdoor.com...
Top Quilt: Massdrop EE Revelation 20 degree Quilt: bit.ly/33pb9A7
Underquilt: Outdoor Vitals Stormloft 15 degree Under Quilt: bit.ly/2OYyAMi
Sleeping Pad: Nemo Tensor 20R: bit.ly/31OYxS2
Pillow: Nemo Fillo Pillow: bit.ly/2NmE1Do
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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens: amzn.to/2Ih5l2c
Neewer LED Softbox Lighting Kit: amzn.to/2XnXK8d
Deity V-Mic D3 Pro: amzn.to/2L8Z7p1
Geekoto 77" Tripod: amzn.to/2WtImG9
Jobi Gorilla Pod 5K: amzn.to/2Pnw6J8
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Nice video, very detailed. I just checked out the Dream Hammock website and noticed they recommend the ridgeline we on top of the tarp, not under as you ran yours. This is important when you add the spread bars because they rest on the ridgeline and not on the tarp seam. I think I would add Snake Skins to each end to help prevent water dripping down the lines and I would add a hammock sleeve to keep things neat and bundled tight. Again, nice video
One of the best hammock break downs on KZread. I'm a tarp and ground guy but have spent many nights in a hammock. Loving the podcast, it gets me through my work day. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
@john_kelley
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoy the podcast! It’s a lot of fun to do.
Hi John I passed over this video in the past because I am/was a ground dweller. However I just ordered a hammock setup from Hemlock Mountain Outdoors a cottage company in PA. I can’t wait to get it. Thanks again and I look forward to seeing some follow up’s. Take care
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome, Warren! Jason Waugh told me about them. I love sleeping in the hammock.
You were given a Hammock!!! You are so fortunate!! I was just shown the way to the dog house!! Love your videos!!!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, man!
One of us!! One of us!! One of us!! Great gear man! I've always wanted a dream hammock, everyone raves about them. pillows sliding around is a pain, great tip on the shock cord!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
LOL. You’ve been trying to convince me for a while. I’d love to take credit for the hack, but I got the idea from Shug.
The diagonal tip is some good advice, looks like an awesome hammock.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
So far, I'm really happy with it!
Love your energy and info provided in your videos!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Back in the middle and late 50' I used a old U S Army blanket as insulation and bug protection under me. Which brings me to this. One major difference between a single layer and a double layer. A double layer ( 70 D ) cloth will stop the bugs from biting threw it. Good for warm weather camping when a under quilt is not needed or wanted. A partial inflate air mattress will provide plenty of insulation ( No cold butt syndrome ). The double layer material protects any body parts pressed against the hammock that are not on the air mattress. A 1/2 to 3/4 inflated air mattress ( I use a self inflating mummy shaped one ) provides insulation while still conforming to your body and the hammock supporting every inch of the body. Go to sleep with the mattress on the side , early morning ( cooler temps ) slip it under you and go back to sleep. Unlike your style of camping I like the porch mode on my rain fly for the extra ventilation it offers. Something that's welcome here in the heat and humidity of Florida. As I mentioned , I have been hammock camping since the late 50's. I learned a lot by trial and error , today there is a better way. Anyone new to hammock camping should read "The Ultimate Hang " by Derek Hansen. I read it several years ago and learned a lot from it. YES , You can teach an old dog new tricks , I'm Proof of it.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Chuck, I always appreciate your comments! I'm a big fan of porch mode too! When it's not so chilly, that's going to be my set up for most every trip.
Pretty rad setup you got there! Tents for life for me though. I am even in process of collecting a certain brand's designs cause I want them all!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah. It’s a little hard to hammock camp in a dessert with few trees.
Great job. I also have the Darien and dutchware suspension. I partnered those with a Hammock Gear Dyneema tarp with doors...couldn't be happier. Keep up the good videos.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jeff!!!
Loved the video dude! Can’t wait to get my own setup. That’s sick 😍 You are always cracking me up with the bloopers at the end 😂
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!! I can’t wait to share your experience tomorrow. 😳
@nathansharp3193
4 жыл бұрын
Jeremiah Stringer Hikes : You'll probably want to look into a 12 foot hammock. You could probably get by with an 11, but according to the 'buy once cry once' mantra a 12 footer would probably be a wise purchase for you (since you're a big guy). It will complicate your tarp purchase to go with the longer hammock, but every company out there can easily add an extra foot of tarp material to the length for you at a reasonable price.
Great video, thanks for sharing!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Two Dream Hammock Sparrows, one is single layer the other is double. The double layer is more comfortable with less stretch. The double layer had pretty much all the bells and whistles. Both have chinch buckles and I also use Dutch clips. Two UGQ tarps. One is a hex 12 and the other is a Winterdream 12. I have a UGQ Zeppelin on the way as I type. I will probably end up with one more stripped down Sparrow. UGQ and Dream Hammock are kind of partners. Have a blessed day.
You have an awesome hammock setup JK. I love your tarp too. I wish I had the clips for my under quilt. Plus I love the shock cord for the pillow. Cool video my friend
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jason! Your advice has been priceless!
Very cool, I haven't slept overnight in a hammock but I think I'll have to try it. Those alien clips and that pillow seem like excellent dohickies. Securing the pillow with the cord is an excellent idea man. The bloopers are always a fun way to end the ol' video! :D Thanks for sharing, take care!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, as always, Kirk!!! I got the pillow idea from Shug. He’s the master.
Good job on the video I liked your humor and info 👍😁, seemed like a good pace also, and nice setup as well my man. I think I will check out some more videos thank you sir.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Justin!
Great video....! I have tent camped for years and have considered hammock camping. My only challenge is I hike with my Cattledog all the time and have no place to put him like I do a tent. If there was some sort of an option for him then I would probably go that route. Love that tarp though!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
You should check out Matty Outdoors. He is a hammock camper that takes his dog out with him. He has some really cool stuff on that.
@HikingwithGus
4 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley Will do.... thanks! I know some folks do the hammock system with their dogs where the dog has their own hammock or sleeps in the hammock with their human. Gus, being a restless Cattle Dog might have a challenge with those. But I will check out Matty's channel... Thanks again!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Matty actually has a shelter that goes around the hammock and the dog.
@HikingwithGus
4 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley I see that... I have been watching his channel for the last couple hours.... thanks! Just what I needed another channel to binge watch! LOL This is all your fault..... :)
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Hiking with Gus the Cattle Dog Glad to help!
Great gear may want to reconsider how you are using the Dutch clip
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Big time newby mistake.
I thought about adding my bloopers to my last video, but there's so many curse words. So, so many.....
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣🤬
Interesting choices : My hammock gear comes mostly from the same manufacturers. Only for my underquilt I chose Hammockgear as they are in the business for a very long time with lots of experience which is noticeable in the build quality and performance.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Hammock Gear is a great company. I looked at them, too for my quilt. The Outdoor Vitals was in my price range, at the time, and I got the UGQ Bandit ordered around Christmas. I'm probably going exclusively with UGQ quilts. Great company, awesome people, and great gear. I now own two tarps and two quilts of theirs.
Welcome to the dark side! I have a Raven and love it. You cant go wrong with any Dream Hammock!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Lol. I didn’t know the dark side was so comfortable!!!
New to hammocking ..I have a Insulated nemo tensor pad and what degree underquilt do you recommend to take me down to 10 degree or so
Noob ham question here. When it rains, does the water not run down the suspension and wet out the hammock?
I'm getting ready to buy a darien not sure I understand the suspension deal, wouldn't continuous loops be the only way to go?
Great video, John. I've been reluctant to jump into the world of hammocks, since I don't have a Jason Waugh to show me the ropes (literally or proverbially,) and it's a hefty investment when you don't even know whether or not you'll like it. Videos like this are really helpful. Appreciate you!
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help out. Check out Shugemery if you want to learn from the master.
@HikeCalifornia
4 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley Will do - thanks!
@theVulcanGuy
4 жыл бұрын
@@HikeCalifornia try hammockforums, you'll may find someone in your area to help you! Or try the get-togethers: there are those who bring entire kits for those who wish to try out; I myself have introduced a few friends to hammocks by sharing my gear.
I have owed a Raven for about 3 years now. I love that hammock. Wife has a Darian. She is very happy with it. I'm sure you'll be happy
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
There’s a part of me that’s wondering if I should’ve gotten a raven. I do love the Darien, though. Thanks for the comment!
I like to have my own little cottage 😂👍
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣😂 🏡
Great video sir!! I have a bridge hammock but I am very curious about gathered end hammocks. Especially Dream Hammock Sparrow. How would someone who has never used a GE hammock decide on lay right or lay left???
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, in my OV hammock, I just naturally laid right to left. That’s how I figured it out. Maybe just find someone with a cheaper, gathered end hammock, and see which way feels more comfortable.
@michaelhorn9114
4 жыл бұрын
I lay head right, feet left. If I lay the other way, just so uncomfortable and awkward. Your body will tell you which way to lay. Happy hangings!
Asym means it's cut to lay diagonally only one way. Symmetrical hammocks can lay diagonally two ways.
@WanderingFromKansas
4 жыл бұрын
Looks like a great channel! Glad you've come over to the hammock side! *SUBSCRIBED*
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!!
Thanks JK, you answered many of the questions I had about hammock gear. I walked through the hammock hang in Michigan. I did not stay. It was waaaay to cold for me. I talked to one guy and he let me lay in his hammock while he went to the raffle. I did not know much about hammocks so I did not ask any questions other than if he backpacked. I honestly did not know what to ask. Your set up looks like something I would be interested in getting. I do have one question...what length straps would you suggest?
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
I was told longer is safer. You never know what distance you’re going to have between trees you can actually use. I have 15’ straps.
Looking at UGQ's site which pole option did you choose? There are three... Center pole, End pole and Center and End pole...
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
I did the external pole kit. The end pole kit is pretty sweet, though.
Very good video.How much did the UGQ tarp cost you? Thank you so much for the video. God bless you.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Mine was a little over $200. You can really do whatever you want when you customize it, so that price can fluctuate quite a bit.
John: Go make fun of me in this video. Me: alright if I have to. Ha! You messed up. Nah in reality it’s so funny looking at all the things we mess up on when we are just getting started. Looking back and wondering what in the world was I doing? 😂 What other hammocks have you tried? I bought the Warbonnet blackbird XLC last year and LOVE it, so much I spent several weeks sleeping in it outside while at home, just because it was that comfortable.
@john_kelley
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 I started out with a bear butt hammock. Then I moved to a 10’ Outdoor Vitals. After that, I’ve been in the Dream Hammock Darien. I just sleep so well in it that I really haven’t wanted to look at anything else. I’ve recently lost almost 50lbs. After I lose another 50 or so, I’ll probably look into some of those ultralight hammocks that Dutch and Trailcraft are making.
JK I hope you are not running your tarp ridgeline under the tarp, its ment to be above the tarp and your pole mods will run over top of the ridgeline
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Nope. Definitely over the tarp.
@chasehaynie879
3 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley that's how you get wet when it rains ha
Nice post, do you have a weight for your set up?
Is it just me or are those dutch clips at 3:52 installed incorrectly (turned 90 degrees) and are now piercing through your webbing?
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah. They got twisted somehow. Realized it after I filmed it.
@davidschmude
4 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley And come off the side of the tree - not the middle.
Hey bud, how did you rig up that OV under quilt? I just bought the same one and it doesn’t seem like the shock cord is long enough to go back through the line locks. Figured I would ask you since I also have a dream hammock Darien 11ft. Thanks in advance
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry. I just now saw this. I'm planning to get out into the woods soon. I'll video how it's set up, and I'll shoot you a link to check it out.
@kfay250
4 жыл бұрын
all good, I ended up sending it back because the stitching was coming out of the channels. Figured for that kind of money I would be better just going with hammock gear. Just waiting on the refund.
Did OutdoorVitals mess up their logo on the under quilt? It’s upside down!😂
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
LOL.....Honestly, I have no clue. I'll need to go back and look.
Does not look like your using your Dutch clip properly, it’s not orientated properly.
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
You are correct. This was the first time I used them. I’m actually working on a hammock fails video, and that made the list big time.
Great video. I have a couple questions though. What was the total weight? No I am not an UL guy but I am curious. I am a big guy and it sounds like this was "safe" feeling. Did you like that idea?
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I have no idea. When I get home later, I'll do that and send you the weights. Great idea!
@AS-yg2kf
4 жыл бұрын
@@john_kelley sounds great. I should really proofread my comments. What I meant to say was, did you like the feel of the hammok being a single layer? Because I am a bigger guy, I have had my reservatios about the strength and comfortable aspects
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply! Here's a breakdown of the weight: Straps and buckles - 7.3 oz Guy lines and stakes - 4.2 oz Spreader poles for tarp - 6.2 oz Hammock - 16.6 oz Tarp - 25.5. oz Total weight: 59.8 oz or 3.74 lbs. This is definitely more of a cold weather setup. I'll be purchasing a UGQ hex tarp in the spring. That will probably take a pound off of my weight. The spreader poles are almost half a pound.
"This next mile is brought to you by Mountain Dew....the beverage of Hikers everywhere".... (Insert Cheezy Smile)....lol Just kidding!.....lol
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
I’m more of an Ale-8-One kind of guy. Lol
Ohio State colors
@john_kelley
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! 💯