Hammock?

[dscubame]

Our Exped Scout Hammock has a separate sleeve for a mat so it does not slide around, does make sleeping easier and stiffens it up some for side sleeping. Still not perfect though for a side sleeper, but better since the pad adds a sort of landing zone.

Excellent to know.  Sounds like a must have.

[Skyvalhunter]

Cant go wrong with Hennessey Hammock

[j_h_nimrod]

I started using a cheapo Walmart camping hammock 5 years ago and love it. I would have upgraded to and ENO or Hennessy but have not felt the need. I did upgrade the suspension, otherwise the hammock itself works well. I am primarily a side sleeper and have no problem. A traditional pad is a pain sometimes but not a big deal for the most part. I sleep great in it and many of the places I am at have more trees than flat ground. I carry a one side reflective survival tarp that makes a great cover and has plenty of room to keep my gear under, stand up and change clothes, and cook if you clip the hammock up.

I still like a tent in many instances but for quick and light the hammock is great.

[davk]

I just imagine trying to change clothes, tie boots, etc... my Big Agnes copper spur weighs 3lbs. 1oz.

?  You basically have a chair and a huge area to get dressed under instead of trying to shimmy into some pants inside a tent.

[ruger357]

IMO hammocks are the way to go if you don't mind putting in some time figuring it all out I made a 12' hammock and all my quilts.  The longer the hammock the better the lay and more comfortable you will be. I started with the eno double nest and it was ok but the 12 footer I made is way more comfortable there are lots of companies out there that make hammock and top quilts and under quilts so it may take some research to find what you want. A good place for info is hammockforums.net there is a lot of info there and the diy gear forum  is a good spot to find info on building your own stuff. My hammock quilts and tarp all together come it at about 7 pounds


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[Primus82]

Ruger357's picture also shows whats known as the diagonal lay. Hammocking requires a bit of figuring as the angle of the hang has a lot to do with how flat you sleep. Basically the distance between the ends of your hammock (when hung) should be roughly 83% of your hammocks total length. You can achieve this with a hammock ridge-line that sets the length when suspended. Furthermore, a flatter lay can be achieved by laying  diagonally across your hammock, this should help with side sleepers.

[DJ_Mack]

Just bought a Eno singlenest from REI.  Going to be trying it out in two weeks for a 1 night hike and see how I like it.  What rain fly or tarp do you guys use?

[dscubame]

I use an eno double nest hammock during archery elk and love it. I have a bug net for the summer months to keep mosquitoes off my face at night as well. I sleep like a dang baby in that thing. Im upgrading my tarp this year for the hammock as well to make it much better for stormy weather (last year i packed in a regular blue tarp). gives me plenty of space to keep my pack, bow, boots, etc dry and i have plenty of room to put clothes on. i never wake up in the middle of the night because my back or shoulders are hurting and dont have any soreness the next day. its seriously changed the way i sleep in the backcountry.

I picked up the eno double.  Is your bug nest made by eno also?

[Troutpounder]

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[fillthefreezer]

i guess i just dont get the hammock thing. i have one, and its ok. summer backpacking its pretty nice, and theres definitely been times when im tired and nowhere flat in site, but plenty of sturdy trees around.. but overall, i cant see taking one on a hunting trip. just too finnicky and heavy if you actually need to keep warm.
most peoples setups that can actually handle weather are 7+ lbs and i see people talk about using hammocks to save weight 

[sumpnz]

i guess i just dont get the hammock thing. i have one, and its ok. summer backpacking its pretty nice, and theres definitely been times when im tired and nowhere flat in site, but plenty of sturdy trees around.. but overall, i cant see taking one on a hunting trip. just too finnicky and heavy if you actually need to keep warm.
most peoples setups that can actually handle weather are 7+ lbs and i see people talk about using hammocks to save weight 

This a little where I'm at.  I like the idea of the hammock, but practically speaking I'm not sure it's the right solution.  For a solo hunt it might be a decent setup, but if you're hunting with even one other person I'd think a good 2-3 person tent plus sleeping bag/pad would be lighter than 2 hammocks.  Though, if one hunter is a snorer being able to separate might be a huge advantage.

[SteelheadTed]

I just bought these two things:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EFH7MOK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H5S7476/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Based on the good reviews on Amazon and a friends recommendation.  They are both amazingly small packages and don't weight much.  I'll be trying it out next week.

[fillthefreezer]

See this is my point. 19oz. You still need to add under insulation. A ridgeline tarp. It just doesn't seem efficient..


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[Nmesub]

I sleep in a clarks hammock. I love it. 4 season, lightweight, durable, packs up easy. I suggest getting the underquilt. I've slept in it dead of winter with only a sleeping bag and stayed warm. Only drawback is price. They also set up on the ground as a bivy if there are no trees. www.junglehammock.com/product/nx-270-camping-hammock/

[Shawn Ryan]

Lighter:  https://www.eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com/shop/hammock-suspension/helios-suspension-system/ 

And this:  https://www.eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com/shop/hammocks/singlenest-hammock/

20 oz. of mid-day napping without ants crawling on me. Not a sleeping system replacement for me.  Just luxury for when I don't mind carrying extra weight.