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hey guys, just wondering if something like this on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Tenth-Wonder-Hammock-%26-Tarpaulin-Camping-Solution-Combo_W0QQitemZ370209405046QQc mdZViewItem
is ok or stay away from it?
I'm looking to buy a hammock, tarp and underlay, is a net needed or only around/near water?
RAPPLEBY2000
06-06-2009, 02:02
Here you go a pic of it from E-bay:
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w160/illuminaticat/newtarp1.jpg
I've personally not heard of them, but it seems pretty good, and it seems to tick all the right boxes (double stitched waterproofed seems) and the tarp/poncho is well thought out.
it looks quite like the DD (double "D") hammock which I know to be good!
Have a "google" for product reports etc.;)
Note: they have a 14 day return policy, so you can take it home get a good look at it and if you don't like it get a refund!
is the net needed?...personal preference but I tend to use a net all year round. from early spring to late autumn you'll get bugs around, and if you like reading a book before you sleep, then a bug net is for you!
in winter it can slow wind slightly and offers a small but nice amount of privacy.
well with all things ebay thats not quite the right image as the actual hammock thats being sold doesnt have the built in net like the image shows lol
It's basically just a cacoon type hammock from what i gather and a tarp to go over, with all the ropes needed for both. I'm guessing its good enough to start off but the question is will i regret not getting something better!
The Cumbrian
06-06-2009, 12:02
They're actually very good, although I found mine to be a bit short for me ( I'm 6' 1" ) But saying that, my brother in law is 6' 3" and he sleeps well in his.
Cheers, Michael.
The tarp in the picture is perfect for summer use but isn't really big enough for winter or rainy days.
a bit pointless then really? Would rather have one suitable for all weather then just summer. What tarp would you advise? on the lower end of the budget if possible (ie not £100 or something silly!)
As for a hammock, im guessing/assuming you keep in the warm with the cacoon style hammock?
looking at this hammock now
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=370212073818
any views on it? would save buying a net obviously but would need to buy a tarp seperate.
Also it says about putting in a mat underneath the 2 layers, would this make my back warmer or not due to it being condensed?
EDIT
Also any advice on this tarp:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TRAVEL-CAMPING-TOURING-TARP-SIZE-3X3-METERS-IN-GREEN_W0QQitemZ260416763756QQc mdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDoma in_0?hash=item3ca20c776c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12|66%3A2|39%3A 1|72%3A1683|240%3A1318|301%3A1 |293%3A1|294%3A50
seems REALLY cheap compaired to other 3x3 tarps. Do you think i should stay away?
As I said on another thread, I use a 2007 model DD camping hammock and a (find it on ebay) Fox Olive Basha. It's not huge but I've been out in it in all weathers and all seasons. I also highy recommend my own design of underblanket; just make sure it's 1-1.2m wide not 800mm wide.
Chris
I recently converted to hammock and tarp (1 year ago) and have tried many of both and tried the coccoon from wanderinstar.
What I have ended up happy with is:-
DD travel hammock
tatonka 3x4 tarp
open cell kip mat
5 season sleeping bag for winter and army summer bag for summer
I generally use the 5 season bag because if it gets to hot I can lie on top of it,but if it gets cold with just the summer bag then I stay cold.
The tarp is polycatton and doesn't suffer from condensation like a nylon one does,it's 3x4m
and has plenty of room underneath for those rainy days(the hammock also doubles as a seat).
the hammock is easy to use and well made,it has a mossie net but if you dont want to use it then you can hang the hammock upside-down.
After lots of tests and many nights out this set up is what suits me ,I find it versatile ,light and easy to set up.