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Hello, This is my first try at posting here. Not real sure of this. I am looking to buy my first hammock shortly. I found the Hennesy first, but upon looking for others I came across the Warbirds. I now think Hennesy's are nice, but I think the bottom entry is a little odd. Any opinions out there? Dougyster
Welcome to HF from Mass. And soon....welcome to the trees! :laugh:
They make top and bottom entry hennessys. However there are more options than you are considering but both are good.
Opinions? Na, you won't find any opinions around here... :laugh::laugh::laugh:
Welcome!
or you could always build one yourself and make it exactly how you would like it! ;o)
sounds scary at first but it is pretty easy... I build my first hammock yesterday and from start to hanging it took me about 1.5 hours and only cost about $20
I am now looking to add a bugnet and a weathershield and build my own tarp!
Welcome!
All I can and will suggest is using YouTube and hammock forums as research tools for making you purchase! Both will help you immensely with your decision.
There are many different hammock companies out there and each have different pros and cons with their gear and how it may be suited to your needs!
GOOD LUCK, but most importantly - Have FUN!!!!!!
Dougyster:
Welcome to HF from Bama............you are now on a quest that will take you to many wonderful places and will allow you to see and try many amazing things. Before you buy anything look at the DIY route to see if you like the hammock for camping. Next see if you can make a local or regional group hang and try all of the different hammocks there. Good luck and happing hammock hunting!!!!!!!!
Well welcome to HF.
$20
can't get a better deal for a first timer..... plus, when you decide to upgrade... you now have a spare for your jealous friend
http://www.amazon.com/Grand-Trunk-Ul...7991319&sr=8-1
Welcome Dougyster! me and my friend went camping last week and being on the ground provided a rough night but there were 5 hangers there and all of them had a great night sleep so we decided to order hammocks. He talked me into the WBBB since they are arguably the best out there. I'm still waiting on it but the more research I do the happier I am that he talked me into the WBBB. I'm digging all the bells and whistles on that thing.
Good luck with your decision and check out some of the YouTube comparisons, that helped me with my decision.
JimT
Welcome!
Biggest difference I learned was the shelf and foot pocket of the WBBB.
I was sorely tempted to get a Hennessy with the addition of the side zipper (I still might). I read that several people didn't like the hook n' loop cause it caught debris in it. Also made it hard to reach down to get your boots off.
Ultimately though - The Hennessey Deep Jungle was 2 layers with a zipper and cost about $25 more that the WBBB. I still might get one...
If u go to top and look under forums>hammockgear. many options to view.. welcomeQuote:
Originally Posted by Dougyster
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Yup, they'll argue with you. I love mine BUT others love their Henneseys and Clarks and Grand Trunks and DIY and etc.
But the WBBB like the Hennesey and the Clarks are all great providers and they all have a top notch product. Makes the decision process harder. Don't just go by price, look at features and find the one that fits your needs the most. Remember with a mosquito net up you'll be hotter then without BUT you'll be less miserable then without the mosquito net AND mosquitos.
Then again, you can always throw the net over the ridgeline and sleep without.
Welcome from SC
Welcome from Wild, Wonderful West Virginia.