We did a shorter camping trip a couple of weeks back and I can pretty much mirror your observations. I tried a similar pack on the way out and realized that it puts me too far forward on the seat for being comfortable. I am 6 foot 2 and 270 though so I prefer to be a bit further back on the seat. A repack on the return trip helped a lot. I brought a small tent just in case as I was experimenting with a hammock. I wound up not using it so it wont be coming out next time. The hammock was great, and takes up very little space and weight
The hammock was great, and takes up very little space and weight
anyone have a picture of the hammock you guys are using and are you fastening between two tree trunk. What is a good brand and where online you can buy theses hammock that is of good quality.
The hammock was great, and takes up very little space and weight
anyone have a picture of the hammock you guys are using and are you fastening between two tree trunk. What is a good brand and where online you can buy theses hammock that is of good quality.
you can probably pick up a hammock at any camping/milsurp store. be prepared to spend a little extra for one with a canopy and bug netting though. Most do not come with tree straps or rope so be prepared for that also. The good news is that 550 paracord is cheap.
I used an ENO singlenest and a regular tarp this time with paracord. I have since bought the Atlas straps for it. If i didnt already own that one, there are a couple that I would probably look at. I think I would at least go to a doublenest for a little extra room. Completely packed the hammock is about the size of a grapefruit. Im making my own bugnet, but it is still cool enough here that i dont need it yet.
It is so much fun to try and pile as much crap in your basket as possible. I'll likely buy the Vagabond rack soon, after I get my 170cc kit back together. I'm looking forward to a multi-day trip down in Baja or around southern California. A buddy of mine, The monocular Doctor, picked up an entire thanksgiving dinner with 10lb turket.
Here is a picture of my old CT90 with the following in the basket.
1 Watermelon
1 Ribeye
12 pack bottle beer
8 Ginger beers (Moscow Mules)
2 bombers of IPA
2 head broccoli
2 artichokes
3 cartons coconut water(hangover helper)
2 Gatorades
1 box granola bar
with bananas on top
She is no beauty queen but runs awesome, 110cc of raw power.
I would go for the Vagabond rack- it's only slightly more money but like I said, he's working on add-ons for the rack like mounts that slide on for Givi side panniers! To me this potential extra functionality is valuable. Good luck and let us know your camping strategies and ideas when you do go!
Hey thanks for the recommendation!! Obviously I think our rack is way better from a utility and strength standpoint. Plus it's got a two stage finish and made here in USA so the cost difference is understandable.
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