a good hammock to start out with?

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bennyjenkins

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Can any of you guy suggest a decent hammock that isn't too spendy? I'm just getting into the idea of hammock camping. I have a woven net hammock a friend made for me but it doesn't seem like it's going to cut it. I need to upgrade but don't really know where to start. Thanks.
 
EagleOuts are pretty decent, very basic but they are relatively durable and light, and cost 20-30 dollars. I've used the same one for about two years now.
 
Hi Benny,
If you're just wanting to try out a hammock, why not whip one up yourself:
http://www.imrisk.com/testhammock/testhammock.htm

For this test-hammock, you don't even need stitching. $9. My homemade hammocks are this basic design but with the edges hemmed. If you decide you like hammocking, get a loved one to hem the edges or buy a commercial hammock.

Also remember to lie on a diagonal, with feet on one side and head on the other. This necessitates hanging the hammock with some sag to it.

Hope this helps.
 
I have a hennesey. You can pick up a parachute material hammock for 30-40 bucks. I have a different brand one thats the same thing as my hennesy.
 
There was a hammock camping thread here a few days ago that got me obsessed with the Warbonnet Blackbird. I really want one now.
 
beef said:
Hi Benny,
If you're just wanting to try out a hammock, why not whip one up yourself:
http://www.imrisk.com/testhammock/testhammock.htm

For this test-hammock, you don't even need stitching. $9. My homemade hammocks are this basic design but with the edges hemmed. If you decide you like hammocking, get a loved one to hem the edges or buy a commercial hammock.

Also remember to lie on a diagonal, with feet on one side and head on the other. This necessitates hanging the hammock with some sag to it.

Hope this helps.
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You Sir have made my day :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
 
I just broke down for a Speer Hammock which is on sale. It doesn't have a rain fly, but if you have a tarp, that's the easy part...figuring out you like sleeping in a hammock is the more important one:D I have a Warbonnett that I really like and my wife/kids all have Hennessy hammocks.

ROCK6
 
I also really want a Warbonnet, probably going to pull the trigger on one sometime this spring, just wish it wasn't quite so spendy...
 
ROCK6 said:
I just broke down for a Speer Hammock which is on sale. It doesn't have a rain fly, but if you have a tarp, that's the easy part...figuring out you like sleeping in a hammock is the more important one:D I have a Warbonnett that I really like and my wife/kids all have Hennessy hammocks.

ROCK6
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I'm confused, if you have a Warbonnett, why would you buy a seemingly lesser hammock?
 
remmmm said:
I'm confused, if you have a Warbonnett, why would you buy a seemingly lesser hammock?
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My warbonnet is nice, with the shelf and all, but the Speer is also a great hammock.

Ed Speer designed his system so that there were no moving parts or ANYTHING that could possibly fail. Velcro, webbing, nylon. Very basic. Fully removable bug net so it can be mailed home on the AT when not needed. It is also designed to be used with his peapod, which imo is perfect.
Two different design philosophies. Both great hammocks :)
 
I've used one of these for several years:

http://www.amazon.com/Amazonas-A103033-Parachute-Traveller-Evergreen/dp/B000NHPFQ4

I've been more than happy with it. Its just a simple lightweight hammock (11 oz if I remember right) that just happens to be one of the best deals around.

I'm pretty sure Amozonas also makes a model with a built in bug net for a few bucks more. Pair this with a decent poncho/tarp and you've got a really versitile, lightweight shelter system.

Good Luck!

Brandon
 
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