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
Feedback from my first Hammock night | Ecency
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