A Simple Homemade Camping Cot

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Uploaded by on Aug 11, 2010

I demonstrate how to make an extremely compact light weight camping cot. here you will find the dimensions as well as types of material recommended. Also demonstrated is how to set up and use the cot. Hope you enjoy and find it useful.

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  • Hey there is a bear behind you!!

  • @1971player Yes he also catches me off guard occasionally for a split second or two before realizing oh it's only Buck, my dog.

  • Ooh that's nice! I carry a nylon tarp, just flat and grommeted, and I think I'm going to have to make an adaptation... thank you, sir.

  • @TheDavidMalachi You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

  • I love videos that show me something new. I like the idea and the simplicity of it. I always find when I'm out camping I have to do something to keep myself busy, I'm like that. Gathering the the poles and risers would be time well spent. Great video.

  • @81eagle Thanks. Not only is it a great project but is pretty comfortable as well after it is put together.

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  • @1971player i thought the same thing

  • @phrankus2009 Both styles have benefits. My goal was to cut down on bulk and weight so I came up with the sleeve design. Back in those days nylon wasn't as easy to come by here in South-Central Alaska. I don't think I have heard of using two feed sacks but can see how they would work.

  • I am wonderring if having sleeves really adds any strength or value. ?

    If it *was* made from heavy ripstop nylon, there might be more utility in a design that does NOT have the sleves, as other configurations, such as a bivy, a tube-tent or even a hammock might be possible ... Could be stuffed with leaves or pine-needles ... could be used as a cargo sack or drag.

    ... I suppose you have seen the cots made from two seed sacks.

  • @zippyzoe The dog's name is Buck.  He is half Bouvier des Flandres and half black lab mix. A very excellent dog and companion.

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