What size hammock is best for you?
- Single: Lighter for backpacking but less spacious.
- Double: Two people can share or one person to spread out.
- Length: Look for a hammock that is at least 2 feet longer than your height.
- Weight capacity: Check to make sure it suits your needs.
Consider accessories:
- Underquilts offer great insulation for hammock camping in cooler weather.
- Rain tarps, hung above the hammock, protect you from the elements.
- Bug nets: Look for models with 360-degree protection and “no-see-um” netting.
Should you consider a hammock tent?
- Pros: Generally lighter and more compact than a traditional tent, doesn't require level ground and has less impact on ground vegetation.
- Cons: Won’t work without sturdy trees, colder and less rainproof than a traditional tent, and have minimal interior storage.
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