i am looking for a gd quality hammock and basha because i have a tepee but would really like hammock and basha/tarp
does anyone know where to get one :AR15firin
does anyone know where to get one :AR15firin
Hammocks and Basha
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check out the group buy section it looks like MagiKelly is running another buy in
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/showthread.php?t=16335
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/showthread.php?t=16335
this is now a huge area, check out some of the past threads, there are loads to choose from ones i can personally vouch for:
Hennassey hammock, (cant fault it fantastic, but expensive)
MOD (aka) sas/Arktis hammock/stretcher only good for emergency use no where near as comfy as civilian versions.
as for tarps:
i use a (genuine) british army basha DPM, it's huge and also can be used as a stretcher.
aussie type hootch are good and lightweight.
Hennassey hammock, (cant fault it fantastic, but expensive)
MOD (aka) sas/Arktis hammock/stretcher only good for emergency use no where near as comfy as civilian versions.
as for tarps:
i use a (genuine) british army basha DPM, it's huge and also can be used as a stretcher.
aussie type hootch are good and lightweight.
You cant go wrong with the group buy hammocks, there excellent and very roomy and very reasonably priced. I had a nomad hammock which was little on the small side and i'm only 5'11".
I find the army tarps are a little small, especially with the large group buy hammocks which will stick out either end. There are some excellent Katmandu Treking tarps on ebay sold by a chap called bushcraft_uk i have a 2.5mx2.5m one but they do other sizes too.
I find the army tarps are a little small, especially with the large group buy hammocks which will stick out either end. There are some excellent Katmandu Treking tarps on ebay sold by a chap called bushcraft_uk i have a 2.5mx2.5m one but they do other sizes too.
The DPM mil and military spec Bashas are available from a lot of military surplus and supply dealers. If all else fails, search for basha shelter on eBay. You'll almost definetely find some. They generally run $40 to $50 (about 20 to 25 quid).
An outfit out of Florida, Stormsurge Outfitters and Supply, is also custom making tarps for $45 to $60, depending on the size.
http://www.stormsurgestore.com/inde...facturer_id=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=36
An outfit out of Florida, Stormsurge Outfitters and Supply, is also custom making tarps for $45 to $60, depending on the size.
http://www.stormsurgestore.com/inde...facturer_id=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=36
i've been using a bush pod pro for years, ebay £18 - think they're £65ish new. well worth it. very large, literally seconds to put up, and big enough for two!
i'f i lost mine i'd make a new one - there's instructions on this site somewhere, that way you get exactly what you want for a great price.
i'f i lost mine i'd make a new one - there's instructions on this site somewhere, that way you get exactly what you want for a great price.
The group buy hammocks are excellent for the price.
They are long and wide so tall people can use them and you can get diagonal or cacoon yourself with the extra cloth. Or..., fold it over on the front to provide a stronger seat for sitting.
I use a tatonka tarp, polycotton 3x3m, It comes with strong guys and multiple guy points and is very strong.
Search for either and you'll find more, although the tarp is expensive i do believe you are getting what you pay for in this instance.
Hope this helps
They are long and wide so tall people can use them and you can get diagonal or cacoon yourself with the extra cloth. Or..., fold it over on the front to provide a stronger seat for sitting.
I use a tatonka tarp, polycotton 3x3m, It comes with strong guys and multiple guy points and is very strong.
Search for either and you'll find more, although the tarp is expensive i do believe you are getting what you pay for in this instance.
Hope this helps
I agree about the group buy hammocks, and being a 6'2" fat 
I was more than happy with how comfortable they can be.
As mentioned earlier they can end up quite long and although my tarp is 3m long I have to be carfeul to make sure doesn't come in the ends, so I tend to keep my head end near the tree and use it as a sheild against driven rain.
I use a utility line under the tarp an hang my coat down over my feet end to provide a bit of extra cover at that end if it rains.
In the back of my mind I plan to cut some triangles of nylon that I can fit at each en of the basha to act as a storm shield. The sides would clip onto the existing eye holes and there would be a pocket along teh bottom with a bungee cord and hooks at each end to allow for the shape of the pitch and wind.
I was more than happy with how comfortable they can be.As mentioned earlier they can end up quite long and although my tarp is 3m long I have to be carfeul to make sure doesn't come in the ends, so I tend to keep my head end near the tree and use it as a sheild against driven rain.
I use a utility line under the tarp an hang my coat down over my feet end to provide a bit of extra cover at that end if it rains.
In the back of my mind I plan to cut some triangles of nylon that I can fit at each en of the basha to act as a storm shield. The sides would clip onto the existing eye holes and there would be a pocket along teh bottom with a bungee cord and hooks at each end to allow for the shape of the pitch and wind.
just to add im 6 foot 4, and willa hammock be big enough coz i know bashas can come in different sizes
