I love to backpack, but have never, ever found a good solution for comfortable sleep, so I dread the nights. A hammock setup changed all that. Sleep better out there than at home, in some cases.
The model I have is a Hammock Gear Zippered Bug Net Hammock for $129. Basic and functional. I think with all the clips and slings, etc. it probably set me back $200 in total. Saved money on the underquilt by repurposing an old sleeping bag or using an insulated pad inside the hammock, but that can be an extra couple hundred depending on the brand and quality.
Anyway, great purchase and I'm oh so happy about it.
One of my favorite purchases as well! I bought a two-person hammock because I'm a big guy and I can't believe I used to sleep on the ground. So snug! The only downside is when I'm hiking above treeline, there aren't aren't any places to tie up to. Then again, as long as there are trees around you can setup camp anytime. With a tent, it's not always possible to find a large enough flat spot to place your tent.
I love to backpack, but have never, ever found a good solution for comfortable sleep, so I dread the nights. A hammock setup changed all that. Sleep better out there than at home, in some cases.
The model I have is a Hammock Gear Zippered Bug Net Hammock for $129. Basic and functional. I think with all the clips and slings, etc. it probably set me back $200 in total. Saved money on the underquilt by repurposing an old sleeping bag or using an insulated pad inside the hammock, but that can be an extra couple hundred depending on the brand and quality.
Anyway, great purchase and I'm oh so happy about it.