Published: 13 Jul 2018 › Updated: 13 Jul 2018
Feedback from my first Hammock night
I had to decide between getting a tent or a hammock and decided for a hammock. here is why:
- fast & easy to setup, even in the dark
- everything stays clean because off ground
- works on any ground, stones, branches, mud, even running water
- works on hillside or uneven ground
- works as a chair
- no pillow needed
- super light
- tarp can be used as sun / wind screen
- easy setup for a quick day nap
- casual use in everyday life (park, party, bathing at lake)
- full 360 view on what's going on outside
- mosquito net included (for causal use - evening at lake)
- super cheap starter set: 30€ (inkl. hammock, mosquito net and tarp)
- no learning curve
- can be argued as "bivaking" for legal struggles
- leaves minimum footprint on nature
- can be easily upgraded to winter grade gear
- tarp works as emergency cover with reflective foil on the inside
- you sleep the exact same way every night
- soft and cosy to lie or sit in
- bike can fit under tarp
- you are not touching cold, frozen or wet ground
- stay above all the creepy ground life, insects and stuff.
Downside:
- needs at leas one tree or structure to set it up
- falling stuff could hit you
- animal could bit you, because no distance to outer wall
So, all in all, i'm really happy about this so far. I know it was just one night, but since i have slept in tents before, i wanted to tell you want differences i spotted :) What i liked most is how easy and versatile this is, compared to a tent.
ps.: sry for the shitty photo. my phone sucks
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