Which Hammock ????

[Shewie]

Any suggestions as to which hammock I should go for. I have never used one before as I`ve always kipped on the floor in my bivvy bag.
I don`t really want to spend loads of money on one as I might not enjoy the experience.
Does anybody have any experience of the cheap "roll-up to the size of a fist" models widely available in outdoor shops.
I`ve seen some Tracpac and Highlander models in this range.
Any comments would be appreciated


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[Razorstrop]

Best bet is to hang fire a little and arrange to meet up with someone who has one, and is willing to let you have a play etc
you'll know soon enough after that.
But as a guide, I think it was Magickelly who said " once you take to the trees , you'll never sleep on the floor agian"

Personally I have a Mosquito Hammocks Jungle Hammock, its a floating tent :)

Mr Strop

[lardbloke]

There are numerous types of hammock out there for from backyard users to the more adventures. I would suggest popping in 'hammock' into the search function (before you get flamed) as all of this has been covered quite extensively.

If you have further questions then do not hesitate to ask....

[JonnyP]

I think the dd hammocks that are sold on ebay are pretty good, just type in "bushcraft" and you will find them...............Jon

[Shewie]

Apologies all .....

Found about a hundred threads on my questions !

Thanks



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[capacious]

You should try the 'Moskito Traveller' on www.trekdirect.co.uk . It's only £25 and has a built in mosquito net and is long enough if you are tall, and packs up small. DO NOT get the little army hammock if you are more than 3'9", or you'll regret it later. I did.
Oh, and once you've slept in a hammock, you'll NEVER want to sleep on the forest floor again. I sleep on one at home instead of a bed now - they are that comfortable :p .

Jake.

[capacious]

http://www.trekdirect.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Amazonas_Hamm ocks_40.html

That is the direct link - hope you like it! (I don't work for them bythe way, it's just a fantastic hammock)

Thanks,

Jake.

[Graywolf]

Try this one Shewie its American and sold by Trek Direct,I have the Jungle Hammock.
Clayton
http://www.mosquitohammock.com/

[fa11en ange1]

I think the dd hammocks that are sold on ebay are pretty good, just type in "bushcraft" and you will find them...............Jon


I have one of these and they are great :D

[Shewie]

Cheers for all the info guys

I`ll let you know how it goes - if I don`t concuss myself in the process

[Doc]

I have the Vietnamese DD hammock off ebay. The seller is reliable and used to offer a discount to BCUKers so might be worth contacting him.

[benmatthews90]

try the tropical hammock from the nomad website only about 20/25 quid and has two layers to keep you warm.
the only one i have ever bought (have used many) and i love it .I even prefer it to my own bed!

[Spacemonkey]

I'll give another thumbs up to the jungle hammock from http://www.mosquitohammock.com/ but I would say to buy direct from Tom himself, as you are dealing with a great guy and funding his around the world adventures!

The little string jobs that roll up in to a fist size ball are ok if you want to put your feet up for a few minutes on the trail, but for a good night's sleep- faggedaboutit as they say in the dodgier parts of New Jersey. They're ok for dropping kit in under your main hammock though.

[JonnyP]

I'll give another thumbs up to the jungle hammock from http://www.mosquitohammock.com/ but I would say to buy direct from Tom himself, as you are dealing with a great guy and funding his around the world adventures!

The little string jobs that roll up in to a fist size ball are ok if you want to put your feet up for a few minutes on the trail, but for a good night's sleep- faggedaboutit as they say in the dodgier parts of New Jersey. They're ok for dropping kit in under your main hammock though.

Those little string jobs are great for hanging under your sleep hammock for storing all your gear in.................Jon

[Don Redondo]

It's a Hennesey for me. Not cheap, but more comfortable than anything else I've tried, and if you get the snakeskins, then putting up and stowing is so easy, everything stays nice and dry. Used it in the States last autumn and slept so well.

Downside, well if there are no trees you might be struggling to find a pitch but there are ways with only a couple of poles. and insulating your back and bum can be a problem, but there are some novel ways to deal with it on this site:

http://www.tothewoods.net/JeffsHikingPage.html

[dchinell]

In case you haven't visited his page lately, Tom Claytor has his latest model in production and ready for sale. It's the Expedition Hammock.

http://www.mosquitohammock.com/

The Expedition model is sort of a cross between the original Mosquito Hammock and the Jungle Hammock. It has dark netting, but is 4 x 8. Also, the body is breathable, rather than waterproof, which I find better as it's comfortable over a broader range of temperatures.

This model has a handy net pocket midway down the closed edge -- very handy for the contents of your pockets, flashlight, reading material, etc.

AFAIC this is his best model ever, and the best hammock for buschcraft and backpacking. Really affordable, too.

Bear

[william#]

i got the ray hammock and it certainly is a comfatable sleep - down side it is rather over priced and it wieights too much - i have carried lighter tents

[redflex]

Okay could somepne tell me do the hammocks sway alot?

I have used Hennesey and they have side ropes to stop the sway, slept well in them. Is this better for bad weather?

I am looking for hammock but found the hennesey was not good for sitting in during the day as very enclosed and give no visability.

I like the idea of being able to lower the trap in bad weather and at night yet can raise it so give view etc in day .

Does the Expedition Hammock from http://www.mosquitohammock.com/ allow you to do this/

[Spacemonkey]

First question: swaying.

I have found that if you have a single line that wraps around a tree, you will sway a lot, such as a design like this:

O-<===>-O or this O<===>O where the straps meet at the tree, you will sway a lot.

If however you have straps like the www.mosquitohammock.com designs that wrap around either side of the tree, and converge at the end of the hammock itself, you do not sway much at all, like this:

O>===<O if you understand my diagrams!!

Now, sitting on the hammock. This is easily possible on the mosquito hammock design, I do it often. I secure the tarp using bungees so it is easy to adjust if you want. You just unclip the mosquito net and sit on it, or you can unzip the net, and do it up tight to your legs if flies are a problem, and keep it clipped onthe guy line if you wish.

[wentworth]

You can sit in the Hennessy- undo one of the side tieouts, then fold the hammock material back on itself. This makes little shelf on which you can sit or lie. It's not as comfortable as sitting in my speer hammock or m homemade thai one, but it'd be good enough to sit and cook from.

The tarp can be raised up, or one side unpegged and folded back over the other. Not an enormous tarp by anymeans though....

[cossack]

Started with the 'DD' from ebay, progressed to a Hennassy, recently got the Hex fly (group buy) from Magickelly solved the small standard fly problem. Only problem now is convincing the other half that as the Hennassy is used when 'out', to avoid wasting the money spent on the 'DD' I need to put a couple of ring bolts in the bedroom walls. even suggested two sets ring bolts and buying her a hammock.
They are so comfy!!! ;)

[trauma]

i have a hennessy, often a touch more expensive but i like them, a-sym rocks

http://www.armynnavy.com/catalog/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/266/products_id/2335
for a read up

[Topcat02]

I'll give another thumbs up to the jungle hammock from http://www.mosquitohammock.com/ but I would say to buy direct from Tom himself, as you are dealing with a great guy and funding his around the world adventures!

The little string jobs that roll up in to a fist size ball are ok if you want to put your feet up for a few minutes on the trail, but for a good night's sleep- faggedaboutit as they say in the dodgier parts of New Jersey. They're ok for dropping kit in under your main hammock though.

How do you buy direct? Is there another website?

Cheers

TC

[Spacemonkey]

This IS Tom's website. What I mean is to buy from here rather than from other websites who buy from Tom then add on their cut...

Go down the page and you will find ordering details. I paid by PayPal and we were unlucky that it took a month due to customs, but they arrived in perfect order. Be patient, they are worth it!

I'm moving to Swindon this weekend, but I won't have an internet connection for at least a week, but if anyone wants to try out the Jungle Hammock and can get down my way, then give me a shout and I'll organise something for a couple of weeks time, if you can wait. Even better if anyone can bring a Hennessey for comparison...

ps, I'm not on any commission of any sort, I just think they are a great product. Tom did me a very good deal on a pair of Jungle Hammocks to help me out, so I'm merely returning the favour.

Tom's personal website about his travels so far is on http://www.claytor.com/intro/

[TallMikeM]

I gotta say that Tom's website is remarkable good value. If I didn't already have a hammock and mossie net I'd be buying fro him no question.
Think I'll get the tarp tho, I'm in need of one. Anyone any experience of using it?

[Topcat02]

I'm moving to Swindon this weekend, but I won't have an internet connection for at least a week

poor thing. Working here is bad enough, but having to live in Swindon! ;)

[Spacemonkey]

I know!!

And to make it worse I'm living ON the Magic Roundabout. Yeeargh!

It's only temporary though, til I can fix something more rural. The only good thing is that it is very easy to get OUT of Swindon! Much better than Central London though....