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https://smile.amazon.com/Premium-Outdoor-Hammock-Carabiners-Included/dp/B01M1EQCZO

I'd recommend this hammock instead. It's 11 feet long instead of 10 feet for the other one. Longer means it's easier for you to get a good, flat, diagonal lie. I have a 10 foot single and it's great when I need to go lighter or want to use my mummypod, but an 11 foot double hammock is waaaaay more comfortable with an underquilt and top quilt.

Cheap summer underquilt, good down to about 40: https://smile.amazon.com/OneTigris-Hammock-Underquilt-Lightweight-Packable/dp/B01N95BEZU

Any blanket or an unzipped sleeping bag will work, but if you want a dedicated one: https://smile.amazon.com/SnugPak-Jungle-Blanket-Survival-Polyester/dp/B07BGY8WW2

That snugpak blanket is probably a bit warm but easy to hang your feet or knees out of and let it vent.

Another thing you could do to save money is if your sleeping bag has two zippers you can unzip the foot end and run your hammock through the bag. Sleeping on top of your bag inside the hammock is pointless because you'll compress the insulation and get a cold butt. Running the hammock through the bag will force you to lay inline like a banana but you will probably stay pretty warm on the cheap. It's way more comfortable to use a dedicated underquilt, though.

Can never turn down gear chat!

At 23:59 you get a good shot of all the setups.

CraftyCari:

• Hennessey Hammock Cup Asym
  
• Full sized HH asym tarp
  
• DIY underquilt made from this.
  
• WalMart duck down bag as topquilt
  
  ZombieGirl:
  
  
• HH Asym zip
  
• HH Hex fly
  
• DIY underquilt made from this.
  
• WalMart duck down bag as topquilt
  
  BunnyFoo:
  
  
• Gathered end hammock from Amazon
  
• Grey/brown tarp as fly
  
• 20* sleeping bag as UQ and TQ
  
  FatherGoat:
  
  
• HH Asym zip
  
• Warbonnet superfly
  
• HG Incubator 40*
  
• TQ made from the same bag as the other DIY UQ's
  
  BunnyFoo aside, this setup has served us pretty well (he's had suspension problems and has awoke many mornings on the ground). We took the same kit out on a 12 mile round trip up near the 100 mile wilderness and it was a great balance of comfort (both on and off the trail). The NatureHike bags/UQ can get a bit chilly towards the shoulder seasons, but for $35 they work wonderfully in the dead of summer.
  
  I'm looking to lighten my hammock up some. I love the idea of the half-wit from Dutch but I don't if I could hang with a half net (pun intended). That sort of leaves me with the Darien from Dream Hammock for both lightweight and full bug protection.
  
  If anyone can recommend another lightweight (sub 1lb) hammock/full net setup I would love to check it out!
  
  edit: added more words

I'm not going to recommend any particular underquilt, but I did want to get my .02¢ in. I think the underquilt you choose isn't all that important. you're looking for something that attaches easily, is light, squishes down to nothing and prevents wind for hitting your butt.

I purchased the Warbonnet Wooki @ something like $250.00 and while it fits, it's a bit short and my feet aren't covered and freeze. It's super high quality, but it wasn't perfect.

On the flip side, I purchased my son a generic Amazon $50.00 underquilt (like this one, of many and it suited him perfect. We slept on Blood Mountain when it got down to 13° one night and we both did okay.

So look for: Coverage for your whole body, not just part of you, wind breaking ability, and some insulation ability.

I have a Grand Trunk Brand Hammock that looks and feels just like the expensive Eno hammocks, but i got it off Amazon for $19.99. It doesn't come with straps, but I found an awesome set of straps for $4.99 on Amazon as well. If you are interested, let me know and I will send you the links!
Edit: spelling, and heres the link for the hammock: Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock (Forest Green) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AIHB76/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_VHywxbV0QYDTV

11 foot long hammocks are comfier, and I love my DutchWare Chameleon. However, if you're a beginning hammocker and just want a cheapy, here are a couple of 10.5 foot hammocks on Amazon for not too much $. They don't have integrated bug nets or anything, but they look not-too-shitty :)


https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B06Y1JK2Z8
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B06Y5KXYXS


Also, here's a site with a lot of great info for novice hammockers: The Ultimate Hang: Hammock Camping 101. Honestly, I still learn some new tips from his site :)

For an underquilt I got a Snugpak for $57 . You could definitely go a bit cheaper, but it has pretty good reviews on Amazon.

On top, I use a sleeping bag since I don't always use my hammock. It's my only really nice piece of gear. I was lucky enough to score a 20 degree bag from Mountain Hardware for $50 at the employee store since my relative works for them.

Check out the HammockGear Phoenix Econ 40. Paired with a Burrow Econ 40 you're only at about $220. Though if you already have a bag you're happy with, the Pheonix is only $90.

For a bug net you could make your own HUG or order one from AHE. $40 to buy.

An inexpensive reasonably good tarp option is the Bear Butt rain fly. Simple, and inexpensive at $30.

So a total of $160 for mid-quality gear. Or a total of $280 to include a top quilt.

HG's lead times are like 8 weeks, though. Might want to watch their In-Stock section if you want something from them sooner than late July.

There are a couple economical underquilt options out there. Snugpack's Underblanket is one. The lead time is a bit rough. I have their Jungle Blanket for top insulation and the workmanship is pretty good.


If you're handy and have access to a sewing machine, you could always make your own. I've made a couple PLUQ's, suggested by a few others, and they work great.

Another option is modifying old sleeping bags. Clearance sections can be your friend. :)
Edit: Hyperlink fail.

The opinions on the ENO here will generally be poor. Some people love theirs. I think they're too short and too heavy, and that tarps need to be fully modular so that your weight doesn't affect their hang (or the hang of the bugnet).

You won't get a straight answer on side sleep in a gathered end hammock. Some people say no problem (with adequate length/diagonals) some insist it's impossible. I'm a dedicated side sleeper, but I find back sleep to feel natural in a hammock. If you don't there's always bridge hammocks.

Entire kit for under $200 will involve compromises. BTW the kit listed wasn't complete, missing top and bottom insulation and bug net.

Here's a cheaper, lighter, longer, more complete setup:

• Dutchware netless w/ ridgeline and continuous loops: $40.50, 11 oz
  
• Hummingbird bugnet: $30, 6.5 oz
  
• Eastern Ridge Hex Tarp (11' large): $30, 18 oz
  
• Warbonnet complete whoopie suspension $24, 4oz
  
  2lbs 8oz, $124.50. Insulation is expensive, and there's absolutely no staying within your budget below a certain temperature. You could stay under $200 (above 40-50°) making your own quilts out of costco down throws, for which there are several popular designs only a quick google away. No sewing machine access/skills? Make the gemini quilt.
  
  If I was you, and I was going to ignore eveyone telling me that noncottage hammock kits are too heavy for backpacking, I still wouldn't get the ENO. Here's a more complete, lighter, cheaper kit that's supposedly ideal for side sleepers and comes with a great warranty/return policy:
  
  REI Quarter Dome Air
  
  Bridge hammock, suspension, bug net, and rainfly for $153.89 at 3lbs 8 oz.

For the $30 range, I'd give a good look at the Chill Gorilla hammock:

https://www.amazon.com/Chill-Gorilla-Backpacking-Parachute-Lightweight/dp/B01LYOL6QH

$36 on Amazon with tree straps. I don't have any direct experience with this hammock, but I have a Chill Gorilla tarp that I like a lot. It's a good product for the money, and if the hammock is similar value (and I see no reason it shouldn't be) then it's a good deal.

I just posted this for another guy, but it's applicable here as well:

Hammock: Dutchware Halfwit (only half a bugnet, as your sleeping back covers your lower half). $98, which includes the knotty mod on both sides (really under rated comfort feature). I got mine in hexon 1.0 fabric, and it weighs 8.5oz.

Suspension: Add the optional whoopie slings and straps when you buy the Halfwit for $39 and about 3.5oz.

Rainfly: Couple options. Go with a cheapo $30, 12-18oz depending on the brand.

Simply Light Designs has a 6oz Asym Tarp for $60. Great for 95% of weather, but if the rain starts going sideways, you will wish you had something bigger.

Or you might want to go with a bigger hex. Lots more covereage, probably about $80-110 and 12-20oz. Many options here.

Now you also need insulation. Check out arrowhead equipment's kick ass quilts. They are the cheapest lightweight under/top quilts you can get. Full 25F setup for under $300 at around 2.5 lbs. An enlightened equipment setup is obviously lighter (probably under 2lbs), but that will run you $500-600.

• The Yukon Outfitters tarp is normally $40 on Amazon. I bought two when they happened to be on Woot for $20. Good deal at $40, and a steal at $20. I use them as loaner tarps, and they work well.
  http://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Outfitters-MG-rainfly1-Hammock-Black/dp/B00EUHZ74I
  
  
• UST Hex Tarp is smaller than I would want, but it has been used by some hammockers. $30 on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00G2TXJ7O
  
  
• DIYing a polycro, tyvek, or dropcloth tarp has been done before for cheap. Search Hammockforums.
  
  
• Also, hardware store blue tarps have been used by many with price concerns.
  
  Good luck!

• https://dutchwaregear.com/product/netless-hammock-sale/#suspension - This is the link for the hammock. Assuming a ridgeline (which you want), whoopies, and tree straps, it comes out to $76.50
  
• https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/shop/warbler-bug-net/ - The bug net is $39.95
  
• Tarp I see two cheap, proven options with better coverage than the ENO tarp both at $29: The Eastern Ridge tarp https://www.amazon.com/Camping-Hammock-Hex-Tarp-Lightweight/dp/B0744JT51J?th=1&psc=1 and the Bear Butt tarp https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Butt-Portable-Hammock-Shelter/dp/B01LLXZZ7M/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1527185851&sr=1-2&keywords=bear+butt+tarp&dpID=31AL%252BidohgL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch which
  
  Overall, the setup will be not only cheaper but more comfortable and durable than ENO and Kammock (I recommended Kammock because I like their fabric more than ENO but have the same shortcomings in terms of price, size and weight).

Another option to start out with is this hammock. It comes with its own suspension, and isn't a bad starter hammock at all. A lot of people upgrade their kit more than a few times, like u/latherdome alludes to. When you're ready to upgrade components, you are probably ready for cottage vendors. Not that you can't skip the entry-level gear and get better stuff right away (and if you do the for sale forum is a good place to start), but for me having a set of "beater/loner gear" is nice.

This is another budget UQ from Amazon. The reviews are decent, and I'm considering getting one until I save up for my dream UQ.

Like /r/AtomMass, I don't like spending money on the cheapo version when I still plan to buy a better one later, but if I have this second UQ it would mean I have a full backup setup for an unequipped friend.

Best amazon arrangement in my opinion:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011W0VETW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
get a "double". They're currently out of doubles. And this does not imply double as in "for two people". Two people in one hammock is awful.
Add an Amsteel ridgeline.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XCRYKT5/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Clip off the little plastic hooks. Use the hammock structural ridgeline to keep net up off of face.
https://www.amazon.com/Hammock-Sunshade-Backpacking-Lightweight-Waterproof/dp/B071KJ4LZ3/ref=sr_1_33?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1503402533&sr=1-33&keywords=hammock+tarp
a pretty darn good tarp for the money

I bought the green Yukon outfitters hammock when it was on sale at Woot! It was like $25 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BBY371S/ref=twister_B00MAUNB2M?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I also bought a Yukon outfitters rainfly (black) for $20 on sale at Woot! and swapped out the orange reflective paracord with black paracord. It blends nicely with the woods (well, over other colors atleast).

The bug net works great (kept me from the horde of mosquitoes in the Florida summer) and you can use grommets to make your own ridgeline so you can have a handgun setup at the ready inside your tent. I'm 200 lbs 6'2" and I drunkenly fell backwards onto the net and it somehow didn't tear at all after 20 seconds of trying to flip back. It's not a double but if you're hunting I'm going to assume you'll be so tired it probably won't matter.

https://dutchwaregear.com/product/netless-hammock-sale/#suspension

Little more than $30 as the $30price is just the body w/o continuous loops or anything. You'll want to add a structural ridgeline, the $7.50 option is fine, and the suspension I'd recommend is the Whoopie Hooks with 5ft Huggers for $39, bringing you up to $76.50 for hammock and suspension. The only downside to this is limited fabric color options.

https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/shop/warbler-bug-net/ i believe is the bugnet referenced, though Dutch also has some on his website as well. I personally have one of the Dutchware Bottom Entry ones and it works quite well.

https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Butt-Double-Hammock-Tent/dp/B07CGT15KX is the Bear Butt Tarp.

You can get a Yukon Outfitter hammock with bug net built-in (if you don't want it just flip the hammock over) for around $40-50s: https://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Outfitters-Mosquito-Hammock/dp/B00BBY371S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468441131&sr=8-1&keywords=yukon+outfitters+hammock

You'll want a hammock tree strap which is REALLY handy. You won't need to do any knots or anything and it stays on there merely by tension with just one wraparound of the tree, and you won't need to worry about it not being sturdy enough compared to a cord. They're cheap, $8 dollars: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X2B14UO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then you can get a tarp around 10x10 feet for also around $30 (you might already have one since that's universal to tents and hammock). You don't need a heavy duty one, it's hanging in the air above your hammock barely coming into contact with anything, the one you linked in another comment looks heavy. You do want a big one in case of rain, so you'll have enough coverage b oth for your hammock and your gear. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AXV8VLU/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_10?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1EF9OE38VX40W

Like isogreen42 said, just sleeping in a sleeping bag in a hammock will mean that you will quash the bottom of the sleeping bag, compressing the material and nullify the insulation, so you'll want an underquilt. You could just use an ultralight sleeping bag or a jungle blanket, and tie the 4 ends to a tree or the line from the hammock. I don't have a link for this one, I'm assuming you already have an ultralight sleeping bag. If you don't, any one you find on Amazon will do. I think I got mine around $15-30.

And then you'll be warm (unless it's down in the 30-40s) and you can just use another ultralight sleeping bag or jungle blanket as the top quilt / actual blanket. Again, $20-30s: https://www.amazon.com/SnugPak-92248-Snugpak-Jungle-Blanket/dp/B00CJFOAZK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468441187&sr=8-1&keywords=jungle+blanket

And then you should be set! So you're looking at...around $130? Not too bad for an experiment.

I bought this hammock for $20. It's big, good quality and comes with great straps: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074TFRBP6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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 Hennessy Hammock Hex Rainfly always served me well. It's not the lightest tarp around, but for the price (about $60) it's been great. Also, it fits your color preferences.

You can't get a full setup for $100. And basically that is because you need a rain fly and bugnet along with the hammock.
If I'm right, a Bear Butt hammock comes with suspension system and wll run you $30. I have a Honest Outfitters setup, which is basically the same. I only mention Bearbutt because so many people here talk about that. The bugnet should go for $30 as well. https://www.amazon.com/KING-OUTFITTERS-Diagonal-SECURITY-Mosquitoes/dp/B06XCRYKT5/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1525302662&sr=8-5&keywords=hammock+bugnet&dpID=412ao4NG4bL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
That's what I have.
And the tarp. Well that can be very pricy if you worry about weight. Silnylon is what to go for here but they are costly from what I could tell.
I'll be buying a new tarp soon enough, for now I have a $45 fairly heavy one because I had winter in mind. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HO15DGS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then there is the insulation. An underquilt is something you may want, but that all depends on where you camp. I mean, how cold will it get at night. Cold butt syndrome is not something you want to deal with.
But a UQ can run you a good $70 for a 40 degree one. Let alone the ones for colder weather.
So, Hammock, bugnet, tarp and perhaps underquilt. With that, you should be good for summer camping to start you off. So for the $100 you can camp, but aren't insulated. I hope this helps you a little.
Mind you, I am not an expert. I only started late last year with hammocks. I'm just telling you what I did. Which, I'm afraid is not lightweight compared to the $400 setups.

Edit, my hammock https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7DX0J7/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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

There is always the Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock!! It has served me well.

This bug net will get you going

http://sport.woot.com/offers/no-fly-zone-mosquito-net-5?ref=ref%3Dcnt_wp_3_2

I have the snugpak under blanket, I modified it by sowing down the end tabs and running shock cord through to channel locks to close up the ends. Might compromise the structure after while but it was only $50, if it lasts a few seasons I'm good. I've slept in it on 30degree nights and been toasty.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0167IYGH6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1463963578&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=snugpak+under+blanket&dpPl=1&dpID=4185rftr-CL&ref=plSrch

Total would cost you $75ish, not bad to get you out in the woods ; )

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EUHZ74I/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497485987&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=yukon+outfitters&dpPl=1&dpID=41vQiuwW1UL&ref=plSrch

This tarp is great for the price

I picked up one of these for my kid's hammock, and was pleasantly surprised with the quality.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AXV8VLU/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Tarp on top would be the obvious suggestion (read that as last item packed, first item out). Maybe utilizing a couple of figure 9's or my old favorite the truckers hitch.

Hammock

Underquilt

Rainfly

Would you say this is correct? Would you recommend the red/grey one for $25 and change?

I was able to get this tarp for $20 on woot, but its sold out on that site. still, its a deal on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Outfitters-Walkabout-Rainfly/dp/B00EUHZ74I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467162722&sr=8-1&keywords=yukon+outfitters+tarp

My #1 choice for budget rainfly would be the [Yukon Walkabout] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EUHZ74I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xqtFzb9KAWJ9A) it's $40 and 14 ounces, about as good as it gets for the money.

I have this bugnet and absolutely love it, but it's not bottom entry it's a sock style. It's only $40, and weighs only like 0.7 more than Dutch's for the 11 footer.

https://smile.amazon.com/Outdoor-Vitals-Ultralight-Underside-Protecton/dp/B07582S3XN

If your hammock already has a ridgeline, you could ditch the included shock cord ridgeline and it would probably be the same weight as Dutch's, actually.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0167IYGH6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502935242&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=snugpak+under+blanket&dpPl=1&dpID=41Cv7gj2HZL&ref=plSrch