50 – $ 10. $ 1. Email is the right way to reach us. FS: Rated 5. yes. A truly backpackable hammock stand, Tensa Trekking Treez are stout carbon fiber trekking poles that convert to a stand. . I went with 3/4" and 1" Emt conduit, so the poles are telescopic- which will make them break down to around 5' for transport. Last edited by Boston Fan; 02-17-2024 at 19:09 . I'm a fan. This assures better portability and economy than any other stands we know. Initial setup takes a while, but once you have the straps set for your hammock, you only need to disassemble the upper and lower poles making future setup quick and easy. The only note on the stick method is, you need a long enough stick to clear the head end of the tensa when it comes up, it can be a bit fiddly, but free and fiddly works I am a about to set up my stand for the first time. I remember being at Hangcon a few years ago and the Tensa people coming up to me in my Handy Hammock and giving me a quick history lesson. Side Saddle is definitely the best method to get into a Draumr XL using a Tensa 4. jpg. Apr 11, 2021 · That model called the Tensa4 has a lot of fans on HammockForums and numerous people have made DIY versions using Tensa Outdoors free plans. The tensa solo is really the only decent backpacking option in terms of hammock stands. Not tried my Haven on the Tensa4 but imagine it would hang like any other hammock. I placed the sticks almost vertically, just slightly leaning toward the tree at the base. 02-25-2024, 08:01 #2. I recently got a Majestic in Hyper D. BillyBob58. hangerdave. 25 pounds. Having a stand ridgeline redundantly with hammock ridgeline makes stand adjustments more complex/fiddly, too, so even when I use a stand ridgeline i disconnect after attaching hammock to make final tweaks simpler. I bought the Tensa 4 stand about two HangCons ago. The options may be chosen on the Oct 12, 2021 · Thread: Tensa 4 Hammock Stand. So those can be attached to the Tensa stand (for example) by using another dog bone, continuous loop, soft shackle, etc. Feb 16, 2019 · Setting up the Tensa stand, hammock and tarp on the Brazos River in North Texas. Even pushed close to the weight limit for 30+ days, still holding up like a champ. 08-27-2018, 08:59 #7 Apr 16, 2023 · Tensa Trekking Trees. Drill one 1 in (2. Tensa 4 stand. I've got a V style suspension a-la Ultimate Hang it was really easy to center the tarp over the hammock, just looped around stand on foot end and then looped around the stick. I was too sleepy to remember the details. Solid. I Tensa Solo (4) Tensa Trekking Treez (5) Accessories (5) Service parts (9) Trekking Treez backpackable hammock stands. so when there is some length of suspension Posts. If you’re looking for a user support forum, place to share experiences, tips, photos, and so on, you could do worse than the Tensa Outdoor subforum on Hammock Forums, or the (new in 2023) Tensa The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. Shown in the photo is a 12′ Colombian cotton hammock with underquilt for Oregon’s cool climate, hung properly with foot end higher than head for Our flagship Tensa4 hammock stand works almost anywhere, indoors or out, on level or sloping ground. This is partly because I have a less shallow tilt than usual to keep the foot apex well clear of the low ceiling, and partly because I have the ridgeline dialed in for use with an 11’ tarp stru Mar 8, 2019 · Next post: Tensa Solo in photos. Every other option is going to have significantly more weight, especially compared to a modern inflatable sleeping pad. Things are not finalized yet. ”. If you use trekking poles anyway, only the anchors, guylines, and a few extra parts add to your pack weight, making this the lightest hammock Mar 26, 2018 · Our Tensa4 hammock stand came about from hammock hanging needs that go way beyond camping, but cover full-time hangers like me. Assembled dimensions: 128″ x 41″ (325cm x 104 cm) footprint. Thread Tools. By Jimswms in forum Archived WTB Oct 11, 2021 · Tensa 4 Hammock Stand. The tarp extensions also worked well. The hook style beneath the stirrups effectively truncates the hammock making less comfortable. Apr 17, 2021 · i think what he is talking about is this (based on the experiment with the wooden tensa, last video): the tensa works by aligning its frame to the tension in the hammock and suspension, and thus making all forces compressive forces (inline with the plane of each pair or legs) -- obviously, i don't need to tell _you_ this, it's just for my reference . I followed Mike Jones' instructions on Tensa's website for my build. 5 cm) from the top edge). Because i had the Tensa Solo 15' from anchored end, my 11' hammock was fairly taught. A couple of months ago, I upgraded to the rounded feet, swapped to Amsteel, and got the metal stakes in conjunction with the orange stakes. Just acquired a Yobo Cricket stand. I just recently purchased a River Country Products hammo Dec 10, 2018 · Our Tensa4 stand fits in the footprint of a twin bed with room left over, the high ends being wider. Apr 2, 2013 · Construction. Enough said, the pictures can tell the story. It requires two strong ground anchors per side. Removing the apex buckles and CL's from the suspension probably shortens Oct 13, 2023 · Cricket Stand Weight: 7. IMG_4238. They also accommodate tarps with ridge lines longer than 11', up to 13' with gathered-end hammocks, for more complete coverage. com/product/trekking-treez-hammock-stand/?v=7516fd43adaaThis is a great way to have a hiking pole that will Unlike many portable hammock stands, ours supports full-size hammocks with a deep 30° sag for comfortable sleeping on the diagonal, while still offering good seat height. Haven't had a lot of time to play with it yet. Best Choice Products Adjustable Portable Hammock Stand, Outdoor Patio Weather-Resistant Steel for 9-14ft Hammocks w/Hanging Hooks, Powder-Coated Finish, Carrying Bag, 450lb Weight Capacity. I do a lot of kayak camping and got a Tensa 4 stand for camping on islands and other places where trees are limited. Completely unused, I am embarrassed to admit, they deserve a better fate than collecting dust on my shelf just because I became to fat and lazy to get out there and hang. 5 cm) from the bottom edge. I think that's called a, "dead man" anchor. Showing all 4 results. Just got it last week. The smaller diameter are 28. 9ounces, supports over 400 lbs, collapses into a very small bundle, and is rock solid. 23. 5" each and the joiner sections are 12" each, with a screw in the middle Hammocks inherently more hygeinic than beds because you can launder the whole thing! Getting in, my ridgeline went slack and it felt wobbly, amplified by the ample give of the mattress. Posting Permissions. It is otherwise functionally similar to the less expensive Tensa Solo, which began its life as a budget version of the former “NoGround” predecessor to TT. Showing all 5 results. Jan 1, 2019 · I just finished building a Tensahedron hammock stand. " Edited to say, I just say the photo of Shug's full approval, that Tensa 4 stand has just moved way up on my wish list. 25” and are INDUSTRUCTABLE. : it just manages balance, not needing to bear the user's weight. then, I tried a Tensa 4 which I still have/use and really like. There have been several dozen DIY builds shown online since we showed our prototype in October 2017. By sideshowraheem in forum [SOLD/WITHDRAWN Ever since 2018, Tensa Outdoor has made innovative, ultra-portable hammock stands. kr/ I am trying do some motorcycle camping and am accumulating gear for a lighter load on my motorcycle. FS: Tensa Solo $70. 167447 Material List: 4x 3/4" x 10' EMT 2x eye-bolt 1/4"-20 x 3" need 2 /12" shank length with nuts. We help people rest and sleep in unmatched comfort while traveling, camping, and even at home as a nightly bed. Those elegant telescoping legs gleamed in the Autumn sun as she unzipped the bag. Have found shoulder squeeze and calf ridge virtually eliminated. Fits gathered-end hammocks up to 12', bridge, and even 90-degree hammocks. This packs under 20" x 4" x 4". The Tensa Solo and 40cm boomstakes supported my 250lbs. Apart from its portability packed, this means it deploys where no other stand we know of will. It was a quick and easy process for keeping the Amsteel from becoming damaged at the sharp edges of the drilled holes in the EMT. So, we practiced setting up and tearing down her Tensa 4 hammock stand. 5 cm) hole near the bottom of the strut, 1 in (2. 6 lbs. The original stand with dimensions and material list is here: Original Thread ham. I got a Big Guy Bridge from Just Bill and love it I slept in it Friday night and then napped in it Saturday. Show Printable Version; 10-12-2021, 11:54 #11. Some tension on both guys with a transverse hammock is not problematic because the more upright poles are less stressed to start with. 63 ea. Only I didn't drill all of the adjustment holes, only the 9'6" setting. In his own words: 3/4″ EMT conduit with 220lbs in it. Tarp extensions for Tensa4 hammock stand let you pitch tarps higher, for more headroom. com/product/tensa4-hammock-stand-pre-order-deposit/Tensa4 on a slope. Rated 4. The erected stand has grown several inches since 2019, offering better clearances and higher sit height for 12' hammocks. The Tensa crew was top notch to work with. It’s too small to accommodate 11’ hammocks like XLC at a ~30° hang angle the ridgeline enforces. 5 lbs. Weight Capacity: 500 lbs with proper use (see assembly instructions) 400 lbs with some freedom of motion. https://flic. 00 – $ 261. Designed to work with an 11′ hammock or shorter. We’re always exploring improvements to our existing products, and looking to develop new ones, wherever we see complementarities and unmet needs. Last summer I was at a Machinery show and the camping area had many generators running. 00 out of 5. After building the stand, I realized I needed better anchor points for the hammock so I drilled a hole Oct 12, 2022 · Take a look and see if the Tensa 4 Hammock stand is the right choice for your needs The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. $8999. Our plans include a full range of packable hammock support options from the full tensahedron stand to an updated version on the CarCamp and the NoGround Trekking systems. Moderator. I just finished building a Tensahedron hammock stand. Splits in half to hang two hammocks from a single support. Sep 19, 2020 · We design our hammock stands to exploit these facts to the fullest, offering Tensa Solo and Trekking Treez singly instead of in pairs. This will be your hammock suspension. Oct 19, 2021 · Those elegant telescoping legs gleamed in the Autumn sun as she unzipped the bag. Reliability- With only minor user generated error/failure, this stand stood up the entire trip night after night and did what it was supposed to do. Total cost $21. Lower 48. then, I picked up a Tato stand which was an improvement but still heavy and nearly as bulky. Aug 4, 2020 · Trekking Treez (TT) as lightest and most compact is the best backpacking choice among our stands, especially if you already use trekking poles, which makes part of the weight “free. Thread: Tensa 4 hammock stand. We are planning a camping trip in the Mark Twain National Forest later this month Jul 25, 2021 - The idea behind our Tensa4 stand is so simple that inexpensive homemade versions are irresistible. however, that also reiterated to me, why a quilt in a hammock > sleeping bag. DD Hammocks have a very lightweight option, if you can find them. The closer to horizontal the poles are, viewed from the stand’s side as well as from one end to the other, the more stress. Two (2) first generation Tensa Trekking Treez including 30 cm boomstakes and the Trekking Treez Triangle Ridgeline for sale. ". Wow could nothing be easier? Thank you Leatherdome for the inspiration. Packs to carry-on luggage dimensions. " Can be set up on a beach, a slope, in a parking lot, or on top of a twin bed. Thanks Tensa crew! I can’t wait for my next adventure! The titanium stakes are 12” x 0. It's either a Helsdon or a Haven Safari. I sleep exclusively in hammocks, started years ago with pipe steel hammock stands, which were super heavy and bulky. Pressed for gold, the friendly Taino instead gave Columbus their most elegant technology, hamacas. It's my understanding that unlike tools such as the Handy Hammock supports which required a solid anchor that holds a lot of pulling force, the end lines coming off the Tensa support are more for structural balance and to prevent mouse-trapping. tarp. Suspension. Posts. The Tensa Solo comes in at 52 ounces or about 3. In step 6 on page 3 of the manual, it says: " Attach the black end of a guyline to the bottom ( foot end) apex, passing the pole connector line through one of the upper daisy chain loops to0 leave a tail of loops inside the stand. Support. tensaoutdoor. $325 shipped. did not like them, but there weren't a lot of options. By Dublinlin in forum General Hammock Talk Replies: 175 Last Post: 11-17-2022, 06:21. Nov 22, 2018 · These people were conceived, born, bred, wed, healed and buried in their hammocks. I developed the stand to avoid ever needing to try to sleep in a bed again, such as when staying in hotels. I tried my hand at a DIY Tensahedron stand using 3/4” EMT. The orange plastic screws that comes with Tensa are good for sand or soft ground, but not so good for super hard ground. As a teaser the Beta stands are under 11# with bag, guylines, and anchor. In 500 years of obliviousness to the gift, the colonizer culture still thinks $1000 slabs of petrochemical foam offer the ultimate in sleeping comfort, while Sep 8, 2020 · The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. I should have started with a bridge hammock. It really is just the foot-end of the hammock that is critical, it is the only thing that you need to give priority to if you can only find one good solid anchor point. Tarp extension instructions Jan 2023. My appreciation of the Tensa4 hammock stand is growing as I continue to experiment with the set-up. It is our least expensive hammock stand system, lighter and more compact, but less reliable than Tensa4. Its main advantage is lower weight, pack size, and cost, at the expense of some reliability since it requires more and stronger ground anchors than The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. Leave a ReplyCancel reply. The webbing/line tensioning assembly is now semi-permanently attached to the poles to allow greater range of adjustment. I've become fascinated with the Helsdon hammock and was curious if any of y'all have experience with it or its predecessor, the Eureka Chrysalis, on a Tensa stand. 25 ea 4x 1′ steel cable $. No ground staking required: single anchor can be the base of a shrub, big rock, cooler, motorcycle, bed frame, etc. Sorry double edit - The Handy Hammock was a BITCH to set up. 99. I haven’t played with it since. Jul 17, 2019 · Thanks Shug and Tikker for saving the day. They can be hard to find in the ephemeral jumble of social media streams, with their poor search features, and build det… One end of each dog bone is attached to the corner buckle of the suspension and the other end of each dog bone will be a loop unattached to anything. Shug Amok/Tensa by Sean Emery, on Flickr Amok Draumr XL on Tensa 4 Stand by Sean Emery, on Flickr While it is heavier it's more forgiving when you exit your hammock and doesn't require screwing anything in the ground link the Tensa stand does which can be an issue in certain parts of the country. You can use tarps The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. Mar 30, 2022 · Tensa solo hammock stand. Shown in the photo is a 12′ Colombian cotton hammock with underquilt for Oregon’s cool climate, hung properly with foot end higher than head for Finally got around to building my tensahedron stand today. The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. Improved DIY Tensahedron Stand: This past week I have modified my DIY Tensa Stand to improve storage and transport. Even Tensa4, that doesn’t come in a single-side variant, can hang two hammocks from a single tree or similar support. Feb 15, 2021 · I have a question when using half a tensa with one tree. Tensa Outdoor: Tell me about you experience with the tarp extensions. At 2:00am I could take it no more. The hammock ridgeline was almost piano string tight. dkurfiss. Requires a single low-tension As a teaser the Beta stands are under 11# with bag, guylines, and anchor. 5 cm) apart vertically, and 1 in (2. 86 out of 5 $ 185. There is a skinny healthy guy inside me screaming to get out, but I can usually shut him up with a dozen Boston Creams from Dunkin Donuts. Parts: 4x 3/4 conduit cut to 95″ (fits in my 8′ bed truck) $4. Even hammocks without a ridgeline don’t NEED a stand ridgeline, but then getting in and out of the hammock is super weird. Sep 26, 2023 · Lean the poles away from the hammock as much as height requirements allow, using short hammock suspension (typically the continuous loops connected directly to the poles). First Impressions - Tensa Outdoor's Tensa4 Hammock Stand. Show Printable Version; 01-09-2021, 08:58 #1. Folds instantly for easy stowage or transport after setup, with hammock still attached. Here are a couple of recent photos of the Tensa in use: Attachment 173378. Tonight, I’m testing it in my back yard. She was so excited over her new Tensa 4 that had just arrived in the mail the day before. Then move the pole's feet away from the weak anchor(s) a short distance, out of plumb. Yesterday I got to meet up with one of my favorite camping buddies. The internal suspension takes the "flop" out of the sides. 1,037. Money well spent considering performance. Mar 29, 2023 · 2. Drill two 1 in (2. Mar 30, 2022 · Tensa solo hammock stand. I Jan 16, 2019 · About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright Nov 4, 2018 · My DIY collapsible tensahedron stand from EMT tubing. 9. 00 Select options. 00 Select options This product has multiple variants. Handles an eleven ft. Slept like a baby every night and was sooo thankful to have the stand as there was not a tree in sight to safely hang from. I hope this is not inappropriate for this forum, but I wanted to share some info about the Tensa4 Hammock stand I just purchased Big Guy Bridge and Tensa 4 Stand. $ 9. Shug Amok/Tensa by Sean Emery, on Flickr Amok Draumr XL on Tensa 4 Stand by Sean Emery, on Flickr Dec 10, 2018 · Our Tensa4 stand fits in the footprint of a twin bed with room left over, the high ends being wider. “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men should do nothing. Pulled the stake brought the poles together with hammock, quilts, and everything. Nov 17, 2021 · In this picture my Tensa stand foot-end is secured by the orange webbing and my tarp is secured with the yellow Zing-It. 50 – $ 21. View Profile View Forum Posts View Articles The plan is to roll my endevour - TiggzCraftworkz hammock stands - into this new company. Mar 20, 2023 · Forum Rules. The price seemed high, I have tarp poles for other applications, I had other creative ideas Jun 17, 2019 · No stand ridgeline necessary when hammock has one. I’ve succeeded, with Cheryl’s expert help, and Tensa Outdoor has come together to help others enjoy the The Tensa stand collapses as you suggest quite easily. Mar 29, 2023 · I sleep exclusively in hammocks, started years ago with pipe steel hammock stands, which were super heavy and bulky. I set my trunk sized portable tensahedron stand up on a recent Scout overnighter. My dog and I stayed safe and dry even in the rain. Sep 11, 2018 · I just finished building a Tensahedron hammock stand. At the holes, I inserted 1” x 1/4” steel bushings/sleeves and secured them with JB Weld from the inside. Tensa Indoor? We've been Shugged! Like us on Facebook. You’d be on or near the ground. I didnt need a stand at both ends, as I had a large oak tree in my back yard on one side so I opted for the smaller and lighter Tensa Solo. By sideshowraheem in forum [SOLD/WITHDRAWN First Impressions - Tensa Outdoor's Tensa4 Hammock Stand. 70 out of 5. B74CF88A-BC6D-42D7-B4CF-F4518B5BE0A2. Tensa Solo is for lightweight travelers committed to sleeping in hammocks where trees may be sparse. Page 10 Tensa Solo is a hammock stand product sold separately, that uses many of the same components as Tensa4. The Amok worked on the Tensa so imagine the Haven would even be easier to hang. List: $124. We are planning a camping trip in the Mark Twain National Forest later this month, but it's always good practice (and just plain fun) to test out all your equipment ahead of time. Before anyone jumps in with recommendations for your own favorite bridge hammocks, most of them won't handle a guy of my size. The one regret I am beginning to realize is I skipped adding the Tarp Extensions. View Profile View Forum Posts View Articles The tensa stand worked perfectly with my cave creek pet palace. 50+ bought in past month. Apr 8, 2024 · According to the Tensa website, the Tensa4 can accomodate up to a 12' hammock. By Deadphans in forum Archived WTB Replies: 5 Last Post: 06-16-2021, 10:36. By Steve D in forum Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets Replies: 2 Last Post: 10-12-2018, 11:26. hammock and a 12 ft. Retail price is not yet determined. Took the opportunity to take some pictures for those interested. 1,004. disbelief. Same pack size. Seemed very sturdy and boomstakes appeared to have not moved even 1 mm (general observation, not actually measured). it's pretty awesome. Jun 16, 2021 · Those elegant telescoping legs gleamed in the Autumn sun as she unzipped the bag. Travis’s segmented fence top rail tensahedron I just finished building a Tensahedron hammock stand. Trekking Treez backpackable hammock stands. Tensa Trekking Treez hammock stand. Tensa Indoor? We've been Shugged! Like us on Tensa Trekking Treez hammock stand. No wiggle, no racking. We strive to respond faster than most people check voicemail, sometimes within minutes, even off hours. . 36 per foot 4x cable clamps $. Materials are 3/4" conduit and 1" conduit. "This is my <4-lb, 98% free-standing "Fulcrum Stand. IMG_4237. I was told the stand wouldn't work with Sep 14, 2018 · I just finished building a Tensahedron hammock stand. Mar 26, 2021 · さて、Tensa Solo！Tensa Soloとは何かというところから説明すると・・Tensa Outdoorsというアメリカのガレージブランドが作るハンモックスタンド。Tensa4とTensa Soloという2種類のスタンドがあります！ Tensa4はこんな感じ。最近日本でも使ってる方、増えましたね。 Feb 17, 2024 · Tensa 4 Hammock Stand for sale. Newer production #4 segments and foot/connector design eliminates the pole crossings, putting the connections outboard of the metal pole ends. 5 cm) holes on the top of each strut, spaced 1 in (2. I used steel cable to hold the conduit together. Tensa OutdoorTensa4 Hammock Stand. It’s suppose to drop down to 32* tonight (north Tampa, FL). Best of luck from your northern AZ neighbor. Packed size: 22″ x 5″ x 7″ approx. The stand now breaks down into 36" sections which fit into an old camp chair bag for easy transport. Feb 3, 2023 · Tensa 4 Hammock Stand. It also interferes with other adjustments. In the past, before tensa, when I had this issue, I've hung from a tree to a ground anchor and used an upside down "V" of two sticks lashed at the height that I needed to level the hammock. We have just shipped the Beta tensahedron stands to our testers and if all goes well we are hoping to start commercial sales in time for the spring/summer hammock season. jpg The DIY Tensa stand poles were cut into 3 Nov 26, 2021 · This past weekend at the PSH FALL SPRAWL I had the opportunity to try out this stand and was amazed! It only weighs 7lb. https://www. FS: Insulation. Essentially, it was all the same idea and still is today by more or less the same people making it happen. gr at hb pm ro iy wh ot rr ld