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    Over the last few years I've gone from tents to hammocks. The eagles nest outfitters hammock system has been awesome. It's a four part system, straps to hang it from , the hammock itself , a bug net , and the rain tarp. Each can be used for other things as well , straps for tying, net for netting great in shallow water , for trout , bass , or even just minnows. The rain tarp can also be used to gather water , I've noticed about every morning I'm shaking off dew that could be collected not to mention rain. As for cold weather place a sleeping mat underneath you in the hammock and you'll be fine. I've awaken several times with ice on the out side. I wouldn't recommend it for severe cold , but down to twenties easy. It's light and a lot more comfortable than a tent , just thought I would share.
    Carry as little as possible , to obtain as much as needed.

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    I have been pondering one of these for a lightweight sleep system (gets you off the ground)... Sounds like you like yours. How does all the different parts mesh together? Well designed as a whole system?
    -=> Rmplstlskn <=-

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    • #3
      I use one also. A Byer Hammock from Maine. It is sturdy and holds my big rear end. And it only weighs 14oz and folds up to the size of chunky soup can. He is right about the pad, you gotta have one to separate you from the cold air beneath and for comfort.......sleeping without a pad with a pistol stinks as well......its slides under you all night and will wake you up constantly......

      Mine didnt come with the rain fly but I just use a tarp and it works just fine
      You know what ol' Jack Burton always says at a time like this?

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      • #4
        The whole system was very well thought out. Everything fits together well, and is very durable. My dog sleeps in mine with me and no punctures so far. There are other systems where everything is connected , I however like the fact that I can peice this together and use each part separately . Space wise it's gonna take up about as much as a one man tent. And with the E.N.O. hammock I only use the pad for cold weather, it's comfortable to me otherwise. Weight limit on mine is 350 .
        Carry as little as possible , to obtain as much as needed.

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        • #5
          I have gotten hard and heavy into Hammock camping, and light weight back packing. I have a Warbonnet Black Bird with woopie slings (look these up and then make some and use them!) run a superfly tarp. http://warbonnetoutdoors.com/ Im also planning on getting a traveler in the near future. My buddy's boy has the ENO and its a great setup, but the warbonnett is all inclusive and lighter.

          Something you will want to purchase is an underquilt for your hammock its spendy but worth every penny esp. when it get cooler or down right cold.A down top quilt as well. I have to upload some photos from last week end's hang. I really like the hammocks due to size/weight, ease of set up/break down and takes up less space then a tent. Tarps can also be used as a stand alone shelter, my superfly is a pup tent w/doors if something happened to the hammock itself. Everything I have has multiple uses.

          Go here and read up some on hammocks. http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/index.php?

          BBL with some pictures
          Last edited by RobertJ; 10-29-2011, 12:57 PM. Reason: dont post when your half asleep holding your eyes open and cant spell to begin with

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          • #6
            Here are the pictures from last weekends campout at Magnolia Park campgrounds,

            this is a ENO mosquito net over a $15.00 K-mart purchased "castaway", Pawleys Island Hammock. Its under a Grand Trunk funky forrest tarp.


            This is a War Bonet Blackbird (WBBB) Hammock under a digital cammo superfly, with trecking pole steakout.


            Here is another view of the WBBB on the left, and under the other digital cammo superfly tarp on the right is a WB traveler and Blackbird.


            some random shots.






            all the Hammocks suspension was a combination of whoopie slings,treestraps and with either carabiners or toggle attachments to the tree strap. the guy lines are zing it with shockcord attachment to aluminum 9" triangle stakes.
            Last edited by RobertJ; 10-29-2011, 11:07 AM. Reason: added photos

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            • #7
              That is awesome! Thanks for the descriptive listing too
              Knowledge is Power, Practiced Knowledge is Strength, Tested Knowledge is Confidence

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              • #8
                I just re read some of the posts and wanted to add that you can Hammock camp in all the seasons, hot, cold, extreme cold. rain, snow, or shine. You just need to go to different hammock forums and learn the different equipment and terms, research, and then some trial and error for your equipment. Just takes money and time spent learning, like anything else :cool:
                There is a huge cottage industry in the Hammock world, and even bigger DIY info on everything involved.
                Some of those guys sleep in hammocks year round in their homes. Its some of the best sleeping I have done camping, ever. Its not for everyone though... and if you told me a year ago how comfortable sleeping in a hammock in 20 degree weather was I would have called you a Bold Faced Liar to your face, live and learn.

                My hammock,tarp, and underquilt weigh a total of 3.5 pounds and takes up less space then just a small one man pup tent broken down. This is all in my BOB. As stated above by swordarm4 there are also multiple uses for all hammock equipment as well.
                Dont think you just need to be tetherd to just trees. you can tie off from a tree to a vehicle, vehicle to vehicle, fence to a post, make a tripod out of lumber/limbs etc and make a set and tie off between them. The possibilities are endless, just use common sense, that plastic jungle gym of your kids might be close to the fence buttttt it aint gonn hold up.:rolleyes:

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                • #9
                  Very cool! Now that is the lightweight bugging out I'm talking about... Plus, I have found that the curve of the hammock while sleeping is A LOT better for my back than the hard ground...
                  -=> Rmplstlskn <=-

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                  • #10
                    They might have come a long ways since I used them. Most of what we played with was the old Military stuff. While it worked OK, I could never get comfortable sleeping in one. I might have to take a second look at them.

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                    • #11
                      Awesome Robert J....Hammockers Unite!!!!!
                      You know what ol' Jack Burton always says at a time like this?

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                      • #12
                        The most obvious benefit to sleeping in a hammock is that you get off of the ground and have much more restful sleep. It certainly helped on my 26.8 mile trek around Eagle Rock Loop. Every night I went to bed as sore as could be and with swollen ankles from the rough terrain. Every morning I woke up refreshed and feeling great. Even the swelling in my ankles had disappeared every single night. To me that's the difference between covering some serious distance and slogging along in pain every day.

                        As a prepper, I like to be prepared for anything. So I made my own hammock and shelter setup from hand picked materials and my own personal designs. I can't say that I would be comfortable in -20 degree weather while hanging, but I'm prepared to 'go to ground' at a moment's notice. I may not get the amazing sleep that comes with hanging, but the ground dwelling storm configuration will laugh at most of what weather can dish out. It is worth spending some time and effort to refine your shelter and sleeping system to suit your needs. There is comfort in knowing that if you have to bug out RIGHT NOW, you'll be very comfortable sleeping in the nearest patch of trees that you can find no matter the weather.

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                        • #13
                          Has anyone have experiance with Clark Jungle Hammocks
                          http://www.junglehammock.com/ ?

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                          • #14
                            Sharpshooter got ole Dad a grand trunk in forest green so now its time to get the gang back out for another camping trip maybe minus the hail this time LOL
                            Cant wait to try this out
                            Knowledge is Power, Practiced Knowledge is Strength, Tested Knowledge is Confidence

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                            • #15
                              Post some pics when you get a chance.

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