Hung for 5 nights between Cross Bay and Sawbill. Temps fell to the low twenties. Warmth was hard to sustain, even with a full surrounding quilt. Still better than a ground-sleeper.

Can anyone recommend a DIY solution that better deflects wind from under a ridge-lined tarp?

I'll let you know in two weeks. I'm testing out a cheap DIY canvas hammock sock made from a painters drop cloth.

An emergency blanket between the quilt and hammock will go a long way.

My first hammock mod was to convert the stock fly from my Hennessy Hammock into an 'under tarp' to block the wind. As a bonus, I ended up using it as the fly on my trip this summer when one spot was unable to accomodate my larger hex fly.

In a pinch I wonder if one couldn't rig something from just a couple trash bags or even a pack liner? Anything that blocks the wind to retain warmth.

I have a nylon rain poncho that is a little thicker than ladies nylon hose. For no thicker than it is it does an amazing job of retaining heat. I have used it under my ¾ length quilt and other times on top of my sleeping bag. Look at what you have for rain gear.

I use an underquilt protector.....works very well and adds a wee bit of warmth too.
Shug

Underquilt Protector

quote Shug: "I use an underquilt protector.....works very well and adds a wee bit of warmth too.
Shug


Underquilt

Protector "

i have the same, best 35$ ever spent.

quote Shug: "I use an underquilt protector.....works very well and adds a wee bit of warmth too.
Shug


Underquilt Protector "

+1 Easily adds 5-10 degrees to your bottom inulation. Having that dead space is the key.

quote Shug: "I use an underquilt protector.....works very well and adds a wee bit of warmth too.
Shug


Underquilt Protector "

Do You have any problems with condensation when using an underquilt protector?

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quote Shug: "I use an underquilt protector.....works very well and adds a wee bit of warmth too.
Shug



Underquilt Protector "

Do You have any problems with condensation when using an underquilt protector? "

they sell 2 different types of material, breathable and not.

This past October was the first time I felt the cold from a breeze while in my hammock. I'll be getting an UQP for sure just as a means to keep that breeze from sucking the warmth from around me.