Reddit mentions: The best hammocks

I originally bought this hammock and stand combo. I still use the stand but I tend to rotate between 4-5 different hammocks (including the original).

Right now I'm hanging out in this hammock but I've had various sizes/brands of the nylon ones, rope/woven ones, and cloth ones over the last several years. I like them all.

If you try it out just keep in mind that you may have to play around with it for a while to figure out the best sleeping position as well as the proper sag. As mine start to stretch out over time I notice that I can end up with a bit of pain if I don't make proper adjustments. You don't want it to hang too low or too high but play around with it to see how you like it. I keep mine a bit higher than usual because I also use it just as a regular piece of furniture so I sit in it while I'm at my desk but I don't have any pain/discomfort in its current position when I sleep in it, either, so it works out perfectly.


Edit: My legs and feet also swell up regularly even with compression stockings/garments and so sometimes I'll scoot way down until my legs are propped up pretty high to relieve the swelling and pressure. It works a lot better and faster than propping them up on pillows because there's less pressure from the pillows pressing against the underside of the legs.

I just really love my hammock and how much better I feel overall since incorporating it into my life. I'd suggest EDSers consider trying them out just as an occasional relaxation tool, too, since sleeping in them full time is probably not for everyone.

I own two Dutchware hammocks, a Single Layer 1.6 and a Double Layer 1.6. Think of stretchiness sort of like mattress firmness. My Double supports my heavy bits (hips, shoulders) a bit more than the single, where they tend to sink a bit. (I'm about 200lbs.) I switch back and forth every 2 months or so (I sleep nightly in a hammock). I've been considering a single layer Hexon 2.4 to have a "middle of the road" between the 1.6 and the Double 1.6.

I didn't buy the double because I wanted to use it with a pad, but it is a nice option. (I've got 2 underquilts anyhow). If you're serious about cold weather camping "more than once" or "more than infrequently", I'd highly recommend leaning towards an underquilt yourself. For $150, you can get a really nice 20°F Hammock Gear Incubator ECON.

"Wide" is not currently available at Dutchware, just standard width. Both of my dutchwares that I currently own are "Wide" (72") hammocks and while I like them, after spending a year and a half in them, I don't really see the need for extra width. Extra length of a dutchware (11') is more than sufficient for a good ASYM Lay. "Double" sized hammocks are a myth. Sure, you can fit two people in them, but do not for one moment think that co-sleeping in a hammock is any kind of blissful situation. Your heavy-and-hard bits will collide and when hips are force-taco'ed together, it get's sore and cramped quick. For a short siesta, no big deal, just not overnighting and napping.

As for a Rain Fly, I recommend looking on Amazon at the Hennessy Hex Fly. Coming in under $70, it's no the lightest, but it's well built and has great coverage. Watch out for those "deals" on amazon for no-name and "small brand mass produced clone" tarps as they're usually a bit small to accomodate a smaller hammock. Set up right, an 11' Dutchware will have a Ridgeline just barely over 9' long (83%). The Hennessy Hex fly has a ridgeline of almost 12', giving you roughly a foot and a half of coverage on both ends. This is a good all-weather tarp and will take you through a storm. After that, I'd consider a cheap "fair weather" tarp.

I think a https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AXN3HG8 is a good choice. If you're cash tight and want something for inside, this is a good $50 solution. Pairing it with a $40 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0167IYGH6 underquilt works well.

I have a friend who has back issues and I gave him that hammock after testing it out and being pretty pleased with it. He's been full-timing it for what must be around 6 months now and loves it. I've been full timing for ~8 years.

The reason I would dissuade you from getting a dual function hammock is primarily because you'll need a lot more equipment to sleep outside and it can add up. I think it's better to get a great bang for the buck for inside if that's your primary use case.

In the 30 dollar range I would say most of the amazon ones will be pretty similar. Though anything that you get as a feature is probably a cost cut somewhere else.

Something like this might be a good start. It has tree straps with it, but I would strongly recommend getting a ridge line somewhere. Arrowhead has some adjustable ones that you can take with you between hammocks if you get into it and want to get a nicer one. There is also Dream hammock for a bit less and will make it to the length of your hammock. Usually you want your ridge line about 83% of your hammock length, and they are easy to make if your up for it and have some amsteel laying around.

This all works for body and suspension, but do know that under insulation is important if you're sleeping in it. You can use a cheap foam pad or camping pad if you want to save money.

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I'll second the Brazilian hammock suggestion. I'm a warm sleeper and the all-cotton nature seems to be the most comfortable to me.

I've slept in a Mayan as well, which is also very comfortable. I don't care for the materials used in camping hammocks, though, so those are off
my list.

I use a small pillow behind my head and a tiny pillow under my knees. I also was a stomach sleeper, but find I can sleep quite comfortably on my back diagonally on a hammock. The head being slightly higher helps.

I don't bolt mine into the walls. I have a compact hammock stand. It's similar to this one. I find a good cotton Brazilian hammock will last about a year or year and a half and then I replace it when it gets too stretched out or some of the strings start fraying. You can buy a good one for $50-125 though, which I think is reasonable for a year's worth of good sleep.

I've been sleeping full time in a Yukon Outfitters Double Parachute Hammock since February 2014. It worked out alright. Though sometimes I'd wake up in the middle of the night and want to stretch out, so I'd move to the floor.

A couple weeks ago I decided to look into getting a more comfortable hammock. I did some googling and opted to go with this hand-made cotton Yukatan hammock. I am very glad I did. It's a little larger and much more comfortable. The cotton conforms to my body. I can get flat enough to sleep on my side, which is amazing btw. Highly recommend a cotton hammock for a permanent indoor setup. The difference in comfort is significant.

I also like to zip myself up in a sleeping bag to keep warm. I use a small neck roll pillow for my head, and a regular size pillow under my knees. It's quite comfy. I fall asleep very quickly and stay asleep all night.

Can't afford one myself, but I have always wanted to try something like this: https://www.4wd.com/p/smittybilt-overlander-roof-top-tent-2783/_/R-DSBP-2783?ppcfon=1&gp=1&ef_id=CjwKCAjwgqbpBRAREiwAF046JVv5_Iz17jltMEIdfUUqVY6X_1fncSZmmoXzYp-VJrEf11DZnGxJ7hoCNxQQAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!7836!3!329483539653!!!g!626107908701!&s_kwcid=AL!{7836}!{3}!329483539653!!!g!626107908701!&ecmp=s:google&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping&emlprox=out&ppcfon=1&gp=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgqbpBRAREiwAF046JVv5_Iz17jltMEIdfUUqVY6X_1fncSZmmoXzYp-VJrEf11DZnGxJ7hoCNxQQAvD_BwE

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I know that there are plenty of different ones like them and probably cheaper, but super cool concept.

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Another cheap "modification" would to invest in a hammock: https://www.amazon.com/Camping-Hammock-Lightweight-Portable-Hammocks/dp/B078ML2RRX/ref=asc_df_B078ML2RRX/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241954553915&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17063929545985747477&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016243&hvtargid=pla-421385221163&psc=1

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I have a similar one that sometimes I hang out in the parking lot from a post to one of the rear roll-bars and can take a quick snoozer on my break. Would probably be fun to use while camping.

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This is my very first hammock, bought it on Amazon (link below). It's probably going to get snubbed at because it's a "cheapo" but it worked great as something to get started with for a beginner. I loved the built in mosquito net. Brother and I both bought 'em and a friend used some netted one and liked ours so much, he ended up buying the same one also.

http://amzn.com/B00FQBZ84Q

Hey, a little late to the party, and while this is not a comprehensive list, I can tell you that I always end up needing these things

• Headlamp - cannot emphasize this enough
  
• Knife
  
• Walkie Talkies
  
• Extra Pair of Socks
  
• Hammock
  
• Air Pump for if you have an air mattress/anything inflatable
  
• Extra Batteries
  
• First Aid Kit
  
• 50-100ft of paracord- you never know what you need some rope for until you need it
  
  Hope that helps and good luck, sounds fun!

Hammock:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0053T7FVK/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Stand(stand can be bought without hammock, probably a link on the page somewhere):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AXN35WY/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

support:
http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4429894

Tools needed:
Hands.

Stand comes with wingnuts which are ridiculously easy to install by hand (really, no skill is needed), hammock has hooks on the end, use the supports (one on either side) and simply attach one hook to the other and tighten/loosen as needed.

Stand can support up to 450 lb, the supports can support 500 lb each, hammock can support 400 lb.

Please note, I personally cannot sleep all night in a hammock. Possibly the setup is bad or perhaps I just am incapable of sleeping more than 4 hours in one of these... If you test this setup feel free to tell me that the setup is good and I just suck at sleeping in non-bed things.

The only reason I sleep on my stomach is because of my back issues. The hammocks I used in Thailand were so comfy that I almost instantly fell asleep on my back, which I could NEVER do on a mattress.

Definitely leaning more towards the Brazilians. I have a $100 Amazon gift card and the ones I'm liking and have great reviews are from NOVICA - namely this one and this one. This LA SIESTA hammock has great reviews also.

This one has great ratings too, but is a Mayan.

Not sure which to go with. I had $300 set aside for a loft bed (but now I'm leaning towards the hammock), plus that gift card.

Looks legit, but their site doesn't show any USA retailers, even online. :/

Well, except for this: https://www.amazon.com/Amazonas-Paradiso-Hammock-Double-Terra/dp/B001ECQ6LU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499628431&sr=8-2&keywords=amazonas

And, that luxury one looks awesome. But too rich for me, as well!

I recently bought THIS one from Amazon, so far it's been great. I will admit that at 275 lbs I'm always a bit nervous when I first get in, but it's help up great after about 30 uses.

My husband and I have taken two of these the last couple of years. They are fantastic and super comfortable. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AXN35WY

Taking down and storing a hammock is only work when you've got a big, bulky hammock with spreader bars. The spreader bars force you to fold up the hammock and roll it around the bars, which makes a large, heavy, bulky and awkward bundle.

A parachute fabric camping hammock, however, is something you can stuff down into a little carry sack about the size of your shoe. Stuff it anyway you like; it won't hurt the hammock.

As a starter, amazon has basic camping hammocks like this one for under $25. I actually got that one for my Dad, for his birthday, for about $8 less when Amazon had it on sale. (Amazon Prime Day is coming up on July 11th, so it may be on sale again soon.) I chose that one for him because it's rated at 550 lbs, it has nice carabiners with twist locks on 'em, and it comes with hanging straps. It was a great deal, and it still is.

As for the hammock that I slept in for almost two years, I got one with a 9-foot collapsible frame, like this one, which is currently $56 with the frame. You can get the same hammock without the frame; it's currently $34, but I've seen them get down to $23 to $28. Again, no spreader bar means you can fold, roll, or ball up your hammock; it won't hurt the fabric. I take the one I have with the collapsible frame with me to the beach or when I'm travelling; I just stuff the hammock, a pillow, and some sheets into the carry bag with the rest of the frame and I'm good to go.

I really can't stress how much you're shooting yourself in the foot if you get a hammock with spreader bars.

I used this for the last two Roo's and it worked great. Is more like a hammock/ cot hydrid. But, its cheap and pretty comfy.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ED9T6Q/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_GZWpxbXGK3HAM

Can you put holes in your walls?
Do you have wooden studs?

If it is for a bed inside I would suggest a cotton hammock, without stretcher bars, I have found machine washing them to be very effective as log as your washing machine doesn't have the vertical agitator in it.

This is what I sleep in and I love it for inside:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00O3YNZME/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1452645201&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=cotton+hammock&dpPl=1&dpID=612MRggh8yL&ref=plSrch&th=0

Next all you need is to mount something to hang from on your walls (probably cheapest way to use a hammock indoors) and some strapping rated for at least 400 lbs to make up whatever length your hammock hammock needs to run from wall to wall.

I'll be here to respond to any further questions you may have :)

I would go with this. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00Q2GQ3R0/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $13.99 with prime, comes with 2 great straps and caribiners, also it's huge and is fun to double nest in it. Bought 2 for lake days.

I caught a flight from Pensacola Florida to Hong Kong for $700 on United about 1-2 months before the Canton Fair (April is the busy one). My airport is small so prices were even lower at ATL or bigger ones. The thing your going to figure out is that suppliers have amazing capabilities and that you can get really creative! Amazon sellers are seriously not creative, you see the same items across 50 listings "branded" their own. This is what I did with my first order of a light fixture:

• Multiple sellers have "same product"
  
  
• I ordered a UL listed version (costs $3 extra from supplier)
  
  
• I ordered 47 inch (120cm) length vs the 39 inch that everybody else sells ($3-4 extra from supplier + bigger shipping box)
  
  
• I customized the middle of this said item to be a white color vs silver that everybody else has.
  
  
• I went with a factory that offers 3 year warranty vs 1 year
  
  
• My listing states a "3 year MYBRANDNAME Only Warranty"
  
  
• I sell the product for $40 more than the competition all for $10-12 more spent per item.
  
  Guess how many people will be able to list on amazon listing without making a completely customized order? Not many. Returns for having an inferior order alone will kill their account.
  
  Watch out for thirsty suppliers, there is some "yes men/women" out there. Like "do you have one of these 100 designs?" "yep all of them" . GTFO, I'm not going to risk you eyeballing it from my photos. Tons of mistakes on quotations also sets off a bad vibe too.
  
  Lets take a shitty hammock , it sells for $13-15 on amazon and , they just give enough away to keep reviews high and use a different image. Same with a ton of products. It costs $5-7 to make, you could change coloring, get different packaging and offer a variation with a hammock stand as an "upsell" all as part of your customization.
  
  Anyways, as for canton fair, it's a great place to get ideas, meet people from other countries , and see products that are hitting the market. Instant hot water tap is a trend in Europe that I haven't seen really hit the USA, something to research. After talking with some suppliers, I know that I can get my own unique lighting design for an order as low as 500pcs - thats not bad to be the only one on the market. Small customizations can be done with much smaller orders.

A relatively cheap and comfortable option is the GT nano 7; http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Hammock-Reviews/Grand-Trunk-Nano-7

It is my favorite hammock, because I like lightweight, small gear. It comes with a couple of carabiners at the ends, but those are meant to be replaced with a more permanent suspension (I added whoopie slings, which are slightly expensive to buy, but cheap and easy to make if you have a sailing supply store nearby). The result is a modular hammock; the hammock itself is very light, so I can take it by itself to a lot of places, but the insulation and bugnet are carried separately, which means that I can customize for each trip. Last weekend, I took it camping with my girlfriend, and we had some extra insulation but no bugnet.

If you are looking for a first hammock, you might just want to get something cheap with a built in bugnet. In the UP in the summer, bugs are going to be a serious problem for you. I started with this one, and used it for a week long trip in Russia: http://www.amazon.com/Byer-of-Maine-Moskito-Hammock/dp/B00092M246

As Zooshooter suggested, Hennessy and Warbonnet are some of the more comfortable options that would be sold complete with everything you need (except insulation).

So I’ve been sleeping in my hammock for a few weeks now, and have really liked it. The hammock I bought is here:

Hammock Sky Brazilian Double... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PB03YA2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And the stand is here:

Sunnydaze 550-Pound Capacity... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016KUWT5M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

The stand is quite large, but kind of needs to be. I didn’t need to buy anything else, everything I needed to hand was included in the two kits. The frame is a little heavy, but moveable by one person. You can put it together alone, but two people makes assembly much easier.

> So I'd really appreciate any advice anyone might have in that realm. A cozy plush hammock where weight doesn't matter, only sheer comfort.

I've heard really good things about the Mayan Hammocks.

couple links for you

http://www.seasidehammocks.com/~seasideh/MAYAN-HAMMOCKS-c5.html

https://www.amazon.com/Hammocks-Rada-Handmade-Matrimonial-Yucatan/dp/B015X6OYYS

I'm in college and renting an apartment, so I use this hammock, stand and all. At my house I used this, but on r/hammocks they have a lot of advice on how to do indoor hangs with basic stuff from the hardware store.

For camping I use this hammock, but only because I got it on sale for like $40 and live in a particularly buggy area. Especially for starting out, I would have gone with a Yukon Outfitters double hammock, which Woot! periodically has on sale for $20-$25, depending whether you want a bug net or a rainfly or neither of those.

edit: links

It's $50 now but the order I looked up said it was a little under 40 when we bought it, might have been a random sale or coupon code but this is the exact model we purchased in 2015.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PB03YA2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The straps we bought

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YFH8498/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The carabiners we got aren't on amazon but it was "Black Diamond Positron Screwgate Carabiner." Just make sure it's enough to hold the weight you plan on putting and it'll be good.


I also bought a wall mount kit and we would randomly hang it in the office for a cozy reading or nap spot. A couple of lag screws and hooks and it was ready.

I have this one -- https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002UP0R2O/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1499533355&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=mayan+matrimonial+hammock&dpPl=1&dpID=61Tf5No0bmL&ref=plSrch

It is on my porch, about a year old now. Good quality, very comfortable. It would serve you well

Yeah u/maswasnos that guy has a lot of good questions to help you out.

My Amazon cheap recommendation setup right now is this

Camping Hammock, Lightweight Portable Garden Double Hammocks - Premium Nylon Parachute Hammock with Tree Straps for Backpacking Travel Beach Yard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078ML2RRX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_e-klDbCJM105H

I got a hennesy hex fly on amazon for like $60. Works great. More than enough room.


Hennessy Hex Fly https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094NLB8E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_36aDxbYDFQ4QG



In action with a 11' dutch.


http://imgur.com/orCHMBQ

The double layer hammocks, are a good call if you are looking for bug protection, mosquitoes can bite through a single layer. I use a Warbonnet Blackbird XLC. It is a wonderful hammock that lets me lay flat or even on my side.

As tarps go, I use a Hennessy hex fly on a continuous Ridgeline, attached via prusik knots. I attach the ridge line to the trees using figure 9s. I also suggest using snake skins with the tarp.

I can get my entire setup hung in about 4 minutes. Which comes in handy when it's getting dark or about to rain.

www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/blackbird-xlc/

Hennessy Hammock - Hex Rainfly - Rain Tarp (Coyote Brown) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094NLB8E/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_9h8Dyb7TDZXRZ

Nite Ize F9L-02-01 Large Figure 9, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HN6CWY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_3e8DybE1QPP2A

I'm using the Hennessy Hex rain fly and I'm really enjoying it so far. The tie leads tuck into the corners for easy setup and takedown.

Hennessy Hammock - Hex Rainfly - Rain Tarp (Bark) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094NLB8E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ALYoDb1TEGP3Y

I use this while hiking and combined with a sleeping bag, it's pretty comfortable.

Newdora Camping Hammocks Garden Hammock Ultralight Portable Nylon Parachute Multifunctional Lightweight Hammocks with 2 x Hanging Straps for Backpacking, Travel, Beach, Yard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J7BPZLQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_U7SwzbX7ZQ8MQ

For anyone wondering, I think it's an Ikea ekorre hanging chair. They don't have it listed on Ikea's website anymore, but this type of thing:

https://www.amazon.com/Ekorre-Swing-Hanging-Hammock-Silver/dp/B002XPNMFU

Kind of funny because ekorre means furry hanging sack in swedish. ^^not ^^really

Got rough plans from a hammock forum online, decided to beef them up- original plans called for regular 2x4 construction, I wanted to make this strong enough to potentially hold me and my wife. Everything in this project can hold at least 500+ lbs, I think... we shouldn't come anywhere close to testing its limits.

Construction was primarily AC2 treated Cedartone 2x6s from Menards. Legs were 4x4s from the same material. Net was from Amazon, rated at 550 lbs:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015X6OYYS/

Carabiners also from Amazon, rated at over 2k pounds, these hook to the eye bolts for an easy way to attach/detach the netting so that we can bring it inside when not in use, hopefully extend its life.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M3V3MKM/

The hammock structure will remain in place all year long, and hopefully last a while, the wood is rated for ground contact. It's freaking heavy & awkward, and I don't look forward to ever having to move it again...

Saw this hammock on sale today. Any opinion on comparison to the Paradiso. Significant savings if the quality is good. I am leaning to the Byer Ceara stand right now. I can pick that up locally at Academy with a coupon. If there is any issues with it I can return it easily. https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Sky-Brazilian-Double-Backyard/dp/B00O3YNZME

I know you said good hammock, not cheapest hammock that works, but I have this: https://www.amazon.com/Lazy-Daze-Hammocks-Portable-Carrying/dp/B01J9K5S94/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=lazy%2Bdaze&qid=1557578230&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

Thats a good price if you want a stand with it for the price.

I sleep in it every night and haven't had a single issue and its comfy. Some of the comments say it arrived broken but mine didn't and you could probably just return it. Its easy to set up too.


If you're just looking for a hammock for $150 then probably not this.

cutequeen on amazon. best deal ive seen anywhere

I'm debating on making space for one of these or a couple of these. The ability to lay down off the ground and outside a tent would be nice.

That's good to know. What about something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O3YNZME/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza ?

This. Have one. Love it. Mine is a finer weave : See here

I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00092M246/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

But it looks like the price has gone up in the last 2 years.

I don't think those hammocks with the bug net only over your face would be sufficient. I like the full netting and a sleeping pad on the bottom.

Hell yes I wanna help!

String fairy lights.


A cool hanging lantern.

A corner shelf cause you can never find anything to put in the damn corner!

A little friend to keep you company.

Some snazzy rope lights (we have them in the bedroom. very cool).


Ceiling stars because screw you there awesome.

Don't act like you wouldn't want one.

And this so you can talk on the telephone while lying in bed.

And this so you can blow dry your hair while you talk on the telephone.

For those who are curious, it's a Byer Paradiso hammock.

I slept in the hammock last night (we have guests over and they took my bed) and I have no complaints. The sand under the hammock could be a bit more level so that the whole thing doesn't wobble but it's only 2-3 degrees tops.

I've been using mine in the BWCA for about 4 years now. Things I've learned:

• We go in August and it can get chilly at night. A sleeping mat is essential if you don't want a cold backside.
  
  
• If you don't have a hex cover for your gear or a smaller rainfly for your hammock your gear may get wet. I've been caught out in storms and the original rainfly for my Hennessy wasn't quite enough ground coverage and ended up with some damp gear. I upgraded to the hex fly and have been golden. A separate tarp for gear will also work.
  
  
• You might have to think out of the box on some sites with smaller trees. I had to hang basically over a 5 or 6 foot drop at one site with poor tree coverage. It was either hang there or basically hang way back in the forest.
  
  
• I use Atlas Straps, climbing rings and caribeaners for my hang. I typically have my hammock set up in about 2 minutes. The Atlas straps give me a TON of length to hang, so I can hang just about everywhere up there.
  
  I can't really think of much else. If you don't have a bug net life is going to suck, but I think anyone using a hammock in the BWCA knows that. I'll never go back to a tent in the BWCA. Using a hammock up there is amazing.

What kind of hammock do you prefer? Something like this? or this?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AXN35WY/ref=s9_simh_gw_p86_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0ANTC8RJ7SWN8J6Y03KY&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1389517282&pf_rd_i=507846

I bought one of these recently. It is setup in my living room. It lets me sleep at an incline without the discomfort of sleeping in a chair. I find myself sleeping in it well. The one you posted looks like a fancy cot, not very comfortable IMO.

I used a Hennessey hammock and immediately replaced the little diamond tarp with a 10x12 hex tarp. Seriously, the bigger the better. I would get into camp in a driving rain, set up my tarp assemble everything underneath it (including my friend's tents), and stay dry the whole time.

I could do the reverse in the morning, get all my stuff packed and my rain gear on before pulling the tarp down.

I made a 12'x8" tube out of cheap Wal-Mart taffeta material and just threaded the whole tarp into it and folded it up to hang on the outside of my pack to drip dry. Quick setup , quick take down. Maybe 1 minute each. Mostly because of stakes.

The hammock is not your living space, the TARP is your living space. Don't skimp, its not the place to compromise for weight.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0094NLB8E/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491771668&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hennessy+hex+rainfly&dpPl=1&dpID=31REk7lAcQL&ref=plSrch

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Though I never had to, you can also rig it on the ground with your trekking poles in the absence of trees.

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i mean, this dude is looking for a temporary solution for a few months, and you're trying to direct him towards expensive lightweight stuff for camping, when a $15 amazon hammock and straps would work fine. /u/LimitedWard ... if you arent looking for a permanant setup, look at one of these

https://smile.amazon.com/CUTEQUEEN-Ultralight-Outfitters-Parachute-Backpacking/dp/B00Q2GQ3R0/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cutequeen+11+hammock&qid=1569517138&s=gateway&sr=8-1

i have one and its held up to some stupid levels of abuse from drunk friends, sugar high children, and some heavyweights.

as for your anchors etc, i havent got a clue. personally id probably go for a stand since you are in an apartment and probably cant make major modifications required for hanging a hammock.

https://smile.amazon.com/Sunnydaze-Hammock-Heavy-Duty-Construction-Capacity/dp/B00K7HEA4S/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1DFTWTZQVQUPU&keywords=11%2Bhammock%2Bstand&qid=1569517288&s=gateway&sprefix=11%2Bhammock%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-6&th=1

the stand is going to be the pricey part tho... i got mine on sale for like $50, but i had the option to wait... im sure you are trying to do this asap.

and id personally get the 15' to give the straps some room to absorb the vibrations.

and i get it, i started with saying go cheap and now im saying go expensive... but if you go the wall anchor route, be very careful. hammocks exert a LOT of lateral force. walls werent meant to hold laterally, and if you have plaster walls, with crappy old studs... well... use caution for sure.

you can also make a stand quite cheaply if price is a concern.

https://www.amazon.com/Hennessy-Hammock-Rainfly-Rain-Tarp/dp/B01HQTYV4S

Here's a good beginner option. It's about twice the weight of the Dutchgear, but about half the price.

I temporarily moved into my friend's place and was tired of sleeping on my sleeping pad. I couldn't hang my Yukon Outfitters, so I bought the Vivere Double from Amazon.


The stand so far shows no sign of bending, but I definitely would not swing in it. I saw the end poles sway when I tried swinging a bit, leading me to believe it was going to bend.


The suspension is anchored down by these J-hooks screwed into the outside of the end poles. There are 6 holes placed throughout the length of the pole, but there is a downside. I would have loved to screwin at the highest hole for a deeper sag, but the tightener scrapes against the rope. Placing the J-hooks any lower than the second makes the hammock too flat.


For those who wish to hang other hammocks off of this stand, the J-hooks can be placed lower to accommodate longer suspension lines. For this hammock in particular, those bottom 4 holes are unnecessary. Except maybe to make it lighter ;)

If you are spending anything remotely close to 150, thats way too much for hiking/day trips only.

https://smile.amazon.com/Newdora-Ultralight-Multifunctional-Lightweight-Backpacking/dp/B01J7BPZLQ/ref=zg_bs_13881881_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZG05823YH9R6SX7Q30R3

https://smile.amazon.com/Eagles-Nest-Outfitters-Hammock-Suspension/dp/B01HSQM8X0?sa-no-redirect=1


For 185, you could get a full setup from warbonnet, with double layer, bugnet, tarp, straps and everything.
https://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/product/blackbird/

I believe the giant swing is called a hammock?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O3YNZME/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687702&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B008OO2H2I&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1ZX9HWFS4SVEW20JS6K4

Hennessy Hammock - Hex Rainfly - Rain Tarp (Coyote Brown) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094NLB8E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5plpybNGFWX7Y.

Actually, seeing that link I posted, I'm asking $50 for the fly and snake skins.

I recently went full time. Switch from a eno double to this https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00O3YNZME/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1499560938&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hammock+brazilian&dpPl=1&dpID=51Q%2BORpZDfL&ref=plSrch

I love it. I have always been a stomach sleeper with bad back problems and I find that now getting a nice diagonal lay I sleep fantastic on a hammock and no more back pain. I would recommend practicing different sag levels to see what helps get you as flat as possible diagonal lay.

One thing to consider would be a hammock. My dad is 65, bad legs and a bad back. 300+ pounds. He was 6'4" in his prime. I bought him this hammock https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00Q2GQ3R0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493953828&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=cutequeen+double+nest+hammock&dpPl=1&dpID=51Ula5E-jNL&ref=plSrch
He slept in it for a week in the boundary waters and said that he slept better than he has ever slept on the ground, even with a thermarest. They guys over at r/hammockcamping could help you with gear suggestions and setup tips.