Nest Questions

[soadmin]

This thread is for nest specific questions.

[soadmin]

This is in response to nest questions on our old forum.

There are two versions of the nest. The older version angled completely to the ground and had a line loc tensioner on each stake out point (4). The newer version is a bit smaller in footprint but has a small sidewall resulting in the same usable space. The stakes outs have a triangle and line loc tensioner.

The easiest way to setup the nest is to stake out the 4 corners pretty taught, and then insert a hiking pole in the webbing at the apex and tension it. Here is a video showing an older nest, and the new nest is the same, just slightly different finish at the stake outs


Now to insert them in a tent. In the LBO, I often use a pole extension for a trekking pole and just put the nest up using a trekking pole the same as I would for a nest pitched on it's own. I then adjust the upper section of the pole to tension the tent.

Another method I really like is a prusik knot on the pole. There are a couple ways you can do this, with the traditional prusik or more of a prusik V configuration. This is very light and works very well. To tie the standard prusik take a piece of utility line (2.5 - 3 mm is fine , even paracord is fine). Tie it into a loop using a watermans or similar knot. The cordage needed depends on the pole used but 25" should be a good length for most usage. Then wrap the prusik on the pole and connect the nest. This removes the need for a pole to support the nest, and it keeps any nest tension of off the tent canopy itself. I tend to favor it because I often just release it during the day if bug are not an issue, and then my whole tent is usable again.

It should be mentioned that stake outs will match up very closely to your canopy. You can orient the nest so it shares common stake out points. If I am planning on using a stove I make sure the nest is not in the way of the stove jack.

A V prusik (I think that is the correct name) is another way that works by just tying a loop in each end of the cordage, say 25" of cordage again. You then wrap the cordage around the pole 3 times and then braid it until the loop match. It's an easy method as well. In a few days, I'll shoot a video explaining it.

[SideStitch]

I have an older style nest. Can I attach it to my LBO so I can pitch them together like a double wall tent? I think I can, but the best way to do it isn't obvious.

[sreekers]

Yes, you can. I think there is a video of it somewhere.

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[soadmin]

The easiest way is to put a cinch knot on your LBO tie out or the connecting cord. Then connect the nest to the LBO. A small prusik on the pole works well for erecting the nest , or you can use the line loc tensioner located just below the beak, or if you link trekking poles use one to adjust the height of the nest and the other section to adjust the the peak height. To pitch it all it once is pretty simple. Here is a video


If you do not want to take the nest, just unthread it from the cordage on the LBO base.

Let me know if this works for you

Thanks

[zuma]

Anyone ever tried to install 2 seekoutside 2P nests in a 6 men versashelter? Just asking for a friend who might be interested in such a setup (dislikes bugs). I know it fits easily in a 8 men but in a 6 men?

[kevin_t]

Yes it will work. We also have a full half nest for 6 and 8 man tents as well. Not any photos , but I should have a couple good pics soon.

[zuma]

Pictures of various options in a 6 men would be nice. Loads of families have admired our 6 men but they some how get put off by the lack of an inner. i always tell them that a full sized inner is a pain in the ass when it rains. it makes the bundles of the GL shangri-la's less interesting IMHO.

Wondering how well 2 nests will fit or how much sleeping floorspace an half inner gives. Friends of mine (the one with the interest in a tipi with nests) use a Hilleberg nallo 4 GT for 4 persons but the smallest kids no get's a bit larger (no more toddler) and it now gets to crowded in that Hillie for them. A good selling point is that when opening the tipi when it rains your floor of the nest(s) will keep dry.

[kevin_t]

I will get photos soon. Here is my experience, two nests work in a 6, not great, but work. The half nest, is nicer for a pure 6 man option, and just giving a prototype the eyeball and lay down test, would assume it sleeps 3 in comfort, maybe 4 in as much comfort as a standard dome tent or more. I should have photos next week.

Kevin

[Log9mm]

For the current version of the two person nest, how water resistant is the back/sides in comparison to the floor? They appear to be the same type of silnylon but just wanted to clarify. Kevin had mentioned to me via email that he has used the nest stand alone in a light rain and done fine. I ended up liking the nest A LOT and would like to use it as a stand a lone a lot in bug season when fair weather is predicted. As I already carry a poncho tarp as my main rain protection, I would like to come up with a way to rig the tarp as an awning to the front of the nest for added protection and allowing me to use it in more wet conditions.

Of course, if the body of the nest is less water resistant than the floor, that would change things.

Thanks!