Feedback from my first Hammock night

in #travel6 years ago

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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