I would like to get a good hammock made for suspending on the rigging of a sailboat. That means that it can't be too big. Any recommendations are appreciated.
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Slumberjack Trekencamp Hammock
I've been considering the same question and came across the Slumberjack Trekencamp hammock. There is a good picture at http://store.arkatents.com/sjk02trknhmk.html though I've seen lower prices elsewhere. I like it because it has collapsible spreader bars, a relatively straightforward and non-damaging mounting system, and nylon mesh which should dry out well. The whole thing packs into a very compact bag. I haven't bought one yet, so I'm interested in others' opinions. Harry Bethesda, MD Hunter 456 - "Czech Mate" harry@greenspun.com
I've been considering the same question and came across the Slumberjack Trekencamp hammock. There is a good picture at http://store.arkatents.com/sjk02trknhmk.html though I've seen lower prices elsewhere. I like it because it has collapsible spreader bars, a relatively straightforward and non-damaging mounting system, and nylon mesh which should dry out well. The whole thing packs into a very compact bag. I haven't bought one yet, so I'm interested in others' opinions. Harry Bethesda, MD Hunter 456 - "Czech Mate" harry@greenspun.com
How we mounted the hammock
We brought a hammock on a 2-week Moorings 402CC charter in the BVI. No spreader bars, just the net. We tied one end to the mast about 4 feet off the deck (I believe there was a convenient fitting, but don't remember), and the other around the roller-furl jib. I just did a series of half-hitches up the jib, and it held quite nicely. Easy to remove too. We used it quite a bit while at anchor.
We brought a hammock on a 2-week Moorings 402CC charter in the BVI. No spreader bars, just the net. We tied one end to the mast about 4 feet off the deck (I believe there was a convenient fitting, but don't remember), and the other around the roller-furl jib. I just did a series of half-hitches up the jib, and it held quite nicely. Easy to remove too. We used it quite a bit while at anchor.
Hanging the Hammock
I believe one of the sailing mags had a how to article on making a device to wrap around the headsail and support a hammock. Basically you took a heavy duty cloth or leather square, folded it in half by holding the corners, so you have a triangle. You would then put three holes, reinforced with eyelets, two of these would come together when you folded the cloth around the headsail to form one eye to hold the end of the hammock. The other eyelet would be on top of your triangle and hold your patch in place up and down with a jib, genoa, main halyard. The other end of the hammock is secured to the mast. I've not made one yet, but it looked like a good deal. You can make it pretty much any size patch you need to support different weights. I like the idea of distributing the weight on the jib over a larger area, especially if you doing this over a furled jib.
I believe one of the sailing mags had a how to article on making a device to wrap around the headsail and support a hammock. Basically you took a heavy duty cloth or leather square, folded it in half by holding the corners, so you have a triangle. You would then put three holes, reinforced with eyelets, two of these would come together when you folded the cloth around the headsail to form one eye to hold the end of the hammock. The other eyelet would be on top of your triangle and hold your patch in place up and down with a jib, genoa, main halyard. The other end of the hammock is secured to the mast. I've not made one yet, but it looked like a good deal. You can make it pretty much any size patch you need to support different weights. I like the idea of distributing the weight on the jib over a larger area, especially if you doing this over a furled jib.
Doesn't that put a lot of stress....
on the forestay? And how would you suggest rigging a cutter with an inner forestay?
on the forestay? And how would you suggest rigging a cutter with an inner forestay?
Hanging a Hammock
Save your money and your storage space by buying an inexpensive hammock with no spreaders. If you get to Mexico you can get a nice one off the street for about $10. You may also want to check out overstock.com. They have great discounts on hanging chairs and some high-end hammocks. To hang a hammock on my 450 I attach one end to a spare halyard that has been wrapped around the mast and the other to the clew of my roller furling jib. I've also tied a line around the furled jib and had no problems with it slipping. Good luck!
Save your money and your storage space by buying an inexpensive hammock with no spreaders. If you get to Mexico you can get a nice one off the street for about $10. You may also want to check out overstock.com. They have great discounts on hanging chairs and some high-end hammocks. To hang a hammock on my 450 I attach one end to a spare halyard that has been wrapped around the mast and the other to the clew of my roller furling jib. I've also tied a line around the furled jib and had no problems with it slipping. Good luck!
get a clew!
We unfurl the roller-furling jib until the clew is three or four feet from the forestay, and then clip the hammock to the clew with a caribiner. The sail spreads the load on the foil, and the added benefit is that the exposed section of the sail provides a gentle rocking motion if there's a breeze.
We unfurl the roller-furling jib until the clew is three or four feet from the forestay, and then clip the hammock to the clew with a caribiner. The sail spreads the load on the foil, and the added benefit is that the exposed section of the sail provides a gentle rocking motion if there's a breeze.
Run your.....
...hammock to the 2 ends of your spinnaker pole. Set the lopping lift on the outboard end to adjust the height. Great setup. Best sleepin' in the house!!
...hammock to the 2 ends of your spinnaker pole. Set the lopping lift on the outboard end to adjust the height. Great setup. Best sleepin' in the house!!
hammock
i recently purchased a few items from taylors army surplus on ebay and recall they have a couple of different hammocks, you might want to check them out.
i recently purchased a few items from taylors army surplus on ebay and recall they have a couple of different hammocks, you might want to check them out.
We have one
We purchased it from West Marine. Put one end on the mast and tie the other around forestay/jib. Very relaxing at anchor/dock. One word of caution, tried using it when under motor on a no wind day ... quite a ride when the wake of another boat went by!
We purchased it from West Marine. Put one end on the mast and tie the other around forestay/jib. Very relaxing at anchor/dock. One word of caution, tried using it when under motor on a no wind day ... quite a ride when the wake of another boat went by!
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