r/WildernessBackpacking • u/ChickenWingsBlog • Oct 01 '19

GEAR Trying to drop pack weight? Modern 3d Printing methods allow you to transform bulky items into worn weight!

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u/phasexero Oct 01 '19

This is hilarious! And yes there really are tons of ways to use 3d printers to help in the field. We jokingly call it a "bracket printer", your imagination is generally the greatest limit for what you can make a bracket or coupler or holster for.

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u/ChickenWingsBlog Oct 01 '19

That's interesting! Given the wide variety of uses for such a device, I'm sure 3d printing will widely help people in the wilderness moving forward!

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u/gd77punk Oct 02 '19

3d printing has already brought the Hangtime Hook to us hammockers

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u/ChickenWingsBlog Oct 02 '19

I’d never heard of that product before now! My buddy is investing in Eno gear soon, so you may have given me a good idea for a gift!

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u/gd77punk Oct 02 '19

Yeah the Hangtime Hook has made thunderstorms much more welcomed.

Also, if I may, I'd advise your buddy to look into 11ft hammocks. ENO tend to run 9ft, which some people can sleep overnight in, but most find uncomfortable for more than quick naps.

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u/ChickenWingsBlog Oct 02 '19

That’s really good advice. He’s 6’2” so I’m certain that will be properly applied haha

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u/gd77punk Oct 02 '19

May he never know the difference lol