View Full Version : Hammock or bivibag witch is better with a tarp ?
right so im thinking of ditching the tent for a hammock or bivibag and tarp and not sure with is better so thought i would ask for your opinions on each and what you use and what you think the benifits/disadvantage's are.
maybe a moderator or admin can make this a poll i couldent see how thanks :)
I suppose it depends on where you're planning to camp. For comfort I prefer a hammock all day long but if there's no suitable trees where I'm going then I don't mind using the bivvy.
For a quick stealthy overnighter then sometimes the bivvy is a better option.
drewdunnrespect
17-10-2010, 17:58
as shewie rightly says a hammock for comfort and a bivi when nessecary but biviing is alll ways fun if done right
JonathanD
17-10-2010, 18:02
I'm with hammock all the way.
Ditto what Shewie said.
Simon
Clueless Turtle
17-10-2010, 20:20
Hammocking here too.
I'm not adverse to kipping on the floor if I have to.
But if there's trees close by, That's where you'll find me :hammock:
hammock all the time went out last night with some mates cant beat it regards dave
Barn Owl
17-10-2010, 21:51
You need both so you've the choice anyway.
As has been said the hammock is soooo comfy.
But if i'm tired or drunk I can sleep anywhich way.
tomongoose
17-10-2010, 21:57
I prefer a bivi, I can't personally see a lot of point in a hammock outside of the tropics, but then I mainly camp on the moors and there are not many trees about :)
drewdunnrespect
17-10-2010, 22:08
but then again what you could do is save your self the trouble of this question and buy the dd travel hammock which u can use as both a bivi on the ground or a hammock among the trees
JonathanD
17-10-2010, 22:10
but then again what you could do is save your self the trouble of this question and buy the dd travel hammock which u can use as both a bivi on the ground or a hammock among the trees
Genius. .
Extreme Pilgrim
18-10-2010, 01:00
Hammocking is the way forward Karl. A well sited tarp can offer just as much protection as a tent but allows you to fell more at one with your surroundings.
Thank you all for your replies im likeing the idear of the dd travel hammock cheers :) come on payday
RAPPLEBY2000
22-10-2010, 09:17
Surprised no ones considered insects as a reason for hammocks.
nothing worse than being woken by ants on your face...ugh it's happened a few times.
If I had to choose:
hammock, generally for warmer weather when insects are about.
Bivi bag generally for cooler and or windy weather when you're more likely to be cold or wet.
sxmolloy
22-10-2010, 09:57
but then again what you could do is save your self the trouble of this question and buy the dd travel hammock which u can use as both a bivi on the ground or a hammock among the trees
I'm quite sure the Green Hornet Jungle Hammock from Tenth Wonder on Ebay can be set up as a bivvy too, I have one but have not tried it like that yet, great hammock thought.
I've read posts mentioning condensation in the Travel hammocks, are they that bad as I would like one for the coming Spring?
Andy2112
22-10-2010, 12:25
I've read posts mentioning condensation in the Travel hammocks, are they that bad as I would like one for the coming Spring?
Never had that problem in mine mate. Nice hammock is the travel one.
Why not get both options. A bivvy for where no trees and a hammock for where there are and you can have both ideals sorted. Bear in mind a lot of compromise options end up with not having the best of both. That also goes for what you do and your gear. If you get the travel hammock I would always wondr if it is a compromise. It is likely to work well as a hammock but perhaps there is a better option for a bivvy. If it was my choice I would prefer a hammock for hammocking and a purpose designed bivvy for bivvying. Even a cheapo one like Rab survival zone will be better than the travel hammock I reckon. The you can pick the best option for the location.
Bear in mind a tarp used for a hammock can also be used for a bivvy too. So that only leaves the hammock and the bivvy bag for the two options. I think the bivvy bag and tarp is a cheaper option too. I only have a bivvy and tarp because I go iunto the hills and there are never any trees where I want to camp. IF you are down south then I suspect this is not the case unless you are in DArtmoor or the like.