The Perfect Hammock

**bdonohue** · 04-12-2010, 17:29

Hey all, I've been discussing some manufacturing with my friend who works with textiles for the mining industry, and he's fabricated tents and the like and he's interesting in doing a hammock. Now, I'm no designer but I would LOVE to hear about some ideas that NEED to be incorporated into a hammock for the majority of you so that I can get one produced a) for myself and b) maybe for all of you that want one... I've been researching materials and the like, and my friend says that it's a go if I can come up with something that he can work with. What do you all think?

**Dutch** · 04-12-2010, 17:33

I would say at the very least, you have come to the right place.

**bdonohue** · 04-12-2010, 17:36

I've been here for a while now... I was gonna buy and stuff, but my buddy suggested that he could do it and I figured, if it turns out okay, why not let people know. I just have no idea where to start... I know what I was planning on ordering, but still not sure what I WANT in addition to the things that some offer.

**BR360** · 04-12-2010, 17:53

Prefer double-layered slit-open bottom to slide insulation into. Prefer WIDE body, to hang on the diagonal (so I can get flatter). Prefer material to be parachute material.

Other than that, the rest is customization of "accessories"....shelves, ridgelines, gear hammocks, under quilts and over quilts, hammock socks, tarps, etc.

**HappyCamper** · 04-12-2010, 17:58

If someone could produce a comfortable 2 person hammock (where both parties don't automatically slide to the center), they could make a pretty good go of it on this forum.

**SkyDog** · 04-12-2010, 18:05

Self heating and under a pound.

**Barefoot Child** · 04-12-2010, 19:12

Yep,
the best feature would have to be built in temperature control and under a pound. Now that would catch my eyes!

**kayaknut01** · 04-13-2010, 06:44

built in cooler for those lazy summerdays not on the trail!!!

**BER** · 04-13-2010, 07:35

Originally Posted by HappyCamper

If someone could produce a comfortable 2 person hammock (where both parties don't automatically slide to the center), they could make a pretty good go of it on this forum.

Ditto that HC.

**sclittlefield** · 04-13-2010, 11:54

Don't forget the treeless, anti-gravity suspension system.

More usefully - how about:
Built in overcover to trap heat on those cold nights.
Gear pockets inside at both ends.
Optional side tie-outs.
Bug net! (zippered is nice)
Structural ridgeline.
Double layer if you think a pad may be used, ever.