Hello from Georgia

**dshoemaker** · 06-20-2016, 19:27

New to the hiking/camping world. Looking for some information for getting setup with a hammock kit.

Thanks in Advance!

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**Hanging Grizzly** · 06-20-2016, 20:59

Also hello from GA. Welcome to the best place for that info. What kind of camping are you getting into is the first question?

**dshoemaker** · 06-20-2016, 21:01

Backcountry trips this summer in GA and a Elk Hunting trip in NW Colorado in November.

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**TrailSlug** · 06-20-2016, 21:09

There are a ton of very good hammocks available. If you can find a group hand later in the summer/early fall it may help with the decision process. I personally chose the Warbonnet Ridgerunner for it's flatter lie and the ease of attaching the under quilt. There's no adjustments needed with this hammock when it comes to under quilts.

**dshoemaker** · 06-20-2016, 21:12

TrailSlug
Will this work for a heavier person? I guess I should have said that earlier. I'm 6'1" and 300lbs. Just don't want to spend the money on something and be uncomfortable or not strong enough for my large frame.

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**Secondmouse** · 07-08-2016, 21:13

Originally Posted by dshoemaker

TrailSlug
Will this work for a heavier person? I guess I should have said that earlier. I'm 6'1" and 300lbs. Just don't want to spend the money on something and be uncomfortable or not strong enough for my large frame.

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I'm similar in size and weight to you and if you're not going to be hiking, a Grand Trunk Double Parachute is a great way to get started. even if you eventually move on to other hammocks, I don't consider this to be a waste of money as I use this as my "car camping" and backyard and loaner hammock.

however, I just did 10 days on the AT and needed something lighter than this so I contacted Dutch and ordered an 11' Netless in 1.9 Multicam, which he claims is good for 350 lbs.

I ordered it with ridgeline, Dual Knotty mods, Whoopie suspension, and 11ft. bottom opening (Fronkey-style) bugnet and am very pleased. Dutch went above and beyond the call to make sure I had this in time for my hike. he's good people...

**johnspenn** · 07-08-2016, 21:15

Originally Posted by Secondmouse

however, I just did 10 days on the AT and needed something lighter ...

Hey Secondmouse, I missed that trip report. Maybe you need to repost it?

**Secondmouse** · 07-17-2016, 10:18

Originally Posted by johnspenn

Hey Secondmouse, I missed that trip report. Maybe you need to repost it?

LOL. yeah I missed it too...

I was pretty busy immediately when I got back and I just returned from a week family vacation today. lemme see what I can do about that...

**sidneyhornblower** · 06-21-2016, 02:16

Welcome to the forums from the Lake Oconee area. Take a look at the Hennessey hammocks. Some of the Explorer models might suit you. Another option would be a good double layer. See Dutchware, Arrowhead, Dream Hammocks and some of the other terrific cottage vendors. If you search threads here you'll find your question comes up fairly often, so there are gear lists in some of the comments. Without knowing your budget it's hard to be very specific but you are in the right place to ask questions.