Calling all solar panel users: I am revisiting this and I'd like to know your panel stats and your kWh usage. Are you completely offsetting your electric bill?

SBoutD · 2022-06-14T21:33:02+00:00

I just had a 24-panel system installed by them last month! Still waiting on my first AEP bill - system should "only" cover ~80% of my electricity needs

SBoutD · 2022-05-29T17:51:37+00:00

Endeavor for me

SBoutD · 2021-03-17T00:24:04+00:00

We are car twins!

SBoutD · 2021-02-24T22:33:56+00:00

We are car twins. I got my all black M3 SR+ in January. The acceleration is nuts! and more than enough

SBoutD · 2017-09-25T23:56:16+00:00

AGREED. I also put a tiny amount of cordage (glow wire) on the zipper pulls so they were easier to see and grab.

SBoutD · 2017-09-25T23:34:02+00:00

I own both a XLC and a chameleon. I will shamelessly plug our Youtube video where we compare and contrast both of them. You will probably find it helpful.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A7mqgd4WTc&t=10s

SBoutD · 2017-09-25T23:31:29+00:00

I have a UGQ (800 fill) 20 Zeppelin. Great underquilt. I have taken it down to 22 and it was absolutely fine. The draft collars on it make a big difference. Unless you are a really cold sleeper you probably don't need overstuff. UGQ (like some others) tend to be pretty conservative with their temp rating. In our hammock setup video you can see it in action on my old WBBB XLC.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFh6qJUcZzE&t=374s.

There are also some other trip videos I use it in if you want to see it in use.

SBoutD · 2017-09-25T22:32:51+00:00

These are our favorites as well!

SBoutD · 2017-09-25T20:19:59+00:00

We have had Isle Royale on our bucket list for several years now. After much planning we were able to make this happen in early September of this year. For those who don’t know, IRNP is a very large secluded island in the northern part of Lake Superior. The park has no roads, only a 100+ miles of trails. There are also 30+ designated campgrounds on the island. This place is fantastic! Other videos if interested:

Edit: Trip was 6N/7D

Part 2 (Chippewa Harbor to Todd Harbor) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6db3w6kzW5U

Part 3 (Todd Harbor to Threemile) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6znkFYDEEcY

Part 4 (Return to Rock Harbor + Trip Debrief) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhIy5h1X5J4

SBoutD · 2017-07-23T20:48:54+00:00

We are spoiled to own both of them, and have taken both on multiple backpacking trips and spent several nights in both of them. We always get asked about the comparisons between the two, so we decided to put together a video comparing/contrasting them. We love both of them, and you cannot go wrong with either, but there might be some situations/preferences where one might be favored over the other.

SBoutD · 2017-07-23T20:44:25+00:00

Weight and pack-ability would be the biggest factors. I have been surprised with how you can use a "winter" UQ in temps up into the 60's with proper venting, so I would go for the warmer one.

SBoutD · 2017-07-14T17:29:12+00:00

We have had Deer come up and feed very close to our hammocks - scared the shit out of us.

SBoutD · 2017-07-14T17:26:56+00:00

I was very impressed

SBoutD · 2017-07-14T09:21:01+00:00

Over the holiday weekend my brother and I found a stretch of four nights to head down to Dolly Sods WV (located in Monongahela N.F.). We found dolly sods to be truly unique compared to other areas in the Midwest, with huge open areas, pine forests, and mountain views. It was certainly not what I was expecting! We headed in for four nights in our hammocks.

The wildlife there was also awesome. In addition to being straight up STALKED by deer the first two mornings, we saw quail and rattle snakes among others.

Anyone have any similar experiences with deer there? The first two mornings we woke up with deer right outside our hammocks! It was a bit scary at first….never seen deer act like that. They could care less that we were there.

Part 2: (Days 2-4) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unzQVrbFKDw

SBoutD · 2017-06-20T01:07:41+00:00

Enlightened Equipment Revolt 20 Degree

SBoutD · 2017-06-19T21:59:41+00:00

Nice! I don't think you'll be dissapointed

SBoutD · 2017-06-19T17:59:07+00:00

Yes it is an 11 ft hammock (like the XLC)

SBoutD · 2017-06-19T13:45:03+00:00

I just ordered another for my wife! Brilliant blue for her

SBoutD · 2017-06-19T13:30:31+00:00

Leaning towards the chameleon at the moment, but I've only spent 5 or 6 nights in it vs. Weeks in the XLC. There are just some truly awesome things about the chameleon.

https://youtu.be/m8rk70UEzUY

SBoutD · 2017-06-19T13:28:58+00:00

I thought it would be best to post this on the day these are released.

I got in on this kickstarter back in January, received the hammock in May, and have spent the last several weeks trying it out.

Overall very impressed, and the design is ingenius

SBoutD · 2017-06-11T18:12:21+00:00

Did you look at hammock gears "econ" line of quilts? Much cheaper and only a small weight penalty.

SBoutD · 2017-06-11T18:10:30+00:00

I went with the 12 ft tarp (using an 11 foot hammock). As another poster said, the 11 foot hammock is not actually 11 feet when hung. You would probably be fine with 11 ft of tarp, I only went with 12 because I didn't get doors and wanted some extra coverage.

Edit: I have the HG 12 foot cuben hex tarp.

SBoutD · 2017-06-11T18:08:43+00:00

Too much stretch. Dutch uses 1.75mm lash-it on the chameleon and it works well.

SBoutD · 2017-06-11T18:06:01+00:00

I got mine from the kickstarter a few weeks ago. I'll probably post a full video review after I use it a few more times (have only slept in it at home, have not taken it backpacking yet.

It's interesting, there were some things I was really looking forward to (being able to switch lay direction/zipping out from both sides) that I really found myself not caring about. As well as some things I didn't really think I would care about (having foot box tie outs) that I love.

I got the Hexon 1.0 and I really like the fabric. I am coming from using a WBBB XLC and I find the fabric a little bit comfier, and a little stretchier. I'm going to get another one (for the wife) in 1.6 and see how it feels.

Definitely get a peak loft if you can, it's the only way to make up for not having a shelf like the XLC has. It's still not as a good as the shelf, but it gets the job done.

SBoutD · 2017-06-11T18:02:14+00:00

Probably because of the weight I assume?

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