Set up two hammocks last nite during an overniter. Was tired and had some issues with finding suitable trees. I realize there are other alternatives to tree huggers, but have not decided on that. I believe something in the future will be just right. I used one tree hugger on one hammock and just went without the huggers on the rest. You cant adjust with this method but it sure makes life easier if you tie it off at the right spot. Dont have to worry about tree thickness as much either. There was no more damage to the trees than with the huggers but I realize this might not be always true. Just a thought........