Too old to be this new...

Hey, I have been lurking a while and wanting to get into these Hammocks. I actually have 2 but they don't even rate a mention.
I am thinking of getting my 1st 'real' one and I am leaning toward the ENO Doublenest. That seems to get good reviews and it is cheap enough that if my old self can't hack it I can pass it down without breaking the bank.
I already have a lot of camping gear as I have camped all my life and just recently became the proud owner of a Kelty Tarp (16).
Also a thought hit me in the middle of the night...in a tent I sleep comfortable in boxer shorts.....I know it is up to me but what is the preferred sleep wear in a hammock, I'm talking state parks, campgrounds and just plain wild woods...I know that may seem like a strange question but .....
I am from the Deep South by the way....Georgia and will be using the hammock in North Georgia and The adjoining states.

Welcome to the forums! You'll find it to be a great source on information and you'll always find your answer in one way or another. Enjoy hanging...once you get off the ground, you'll never go back.

welcome to Hammock Forums and hey from high point nc.

Welcome from VA. The Eno DN is one of the hammocks I own. Great hammock, but find myself using the DIY more. The Kelty 16 is a LARGE tarp. I have the 9. You will have plenty of coverage, maybe too much. You may find that you have problems trying to hang it. Your going to need a lot of room between the trees. Not saying that it can't be done. As for what to sleep in? What ever you want. There are several tricks to "Not being seen" when in the state parks/campgrounds. You can get dressed, or at least pants/shorts on when still in the hammock, either laying down, or sitting. With that tarp, you can close the ends, and make doors, so your completely closed off. In the summer, you will find that you don't want it closed up. I am the same as you, prefer the boxers. I have never had a problem, and am a Scout Master. I have been hanging for 2 1/2 years, and never had a single issue. Winter keep the doors closed, summer put on the shorts while still in the hammock........RR

Welcome aboard! My clothing choices for hanging are similar to when I used to tent.

Welcome from Denver!

If you're looking for an inexpensive entry point, I'd also recommend the BIAS Weight Weenie. A little longer than the Eno, so it's more comfy for me. Plus, you'd be supporting one of our cottage vendors (small businesses on the site).
http://www.buttinasling.com/weight-weenie-hammock.html

Welcome to the forums from Utah. Lived in Georgia for four years and loved it. Great hanging opportunities out on Cumberland Island!

Jay

Welcome to the fun of hanging in the trees.

welcome to the madness

You're never too old to get on board! Welcome.

Welcome from upstate SC. Never to old to learn something new. There is a group hang coming up Jan. 4 in Helen, GA at Raven Cliff Falls by the parking lot. Even if you can't stay you should come out and visit and check out the different hammocks. Tents are also welcome. http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/s...ad.php?t=63773 There is also Rev's Frozen Butt Hang in mid-SC in January.

Thanks for all the responses & encouraging words.
I am sure I will have lots of questions.
As for the kelty 16,I am already thinking of getting the 12 or even the 9 for hanging times.

Welcome. I find that getting up before the sun comes up helps. You have lots of privacy in the dark.😏

As another "Georgia Boy", I generally prefer gym shorts. For the times that there is frost on the tarp, I will upgrade to fleece pajama pants.

Most of my camping is with Scouts so I have to be able to quickly react to situations around the camp site. The tightie-whities aren't appropriate when capturing a copper-head that wandered into the middle of the camp at night.

Hope to see you hanging out around some of the local sites.

GeezerScouter

Welcome from another Georgia hanger, and let me also recommend the Jan 4 hang at raven Cliffs, a lot of fun there.

Welcome from south Texas..

Welcome aboard from Florida. 62 YO and have only been into the hammock thing for two years and over 1 year fulltime. My only exception is to your statement in the OP is about "real" hammocks. Any hammock that gets you off the ground and provides you with a great nights sleep is a real hammock. A hammock doesn't have to be "bought" to be a hammock. My every night and hiker are both DIY's along with a couple of others made and discarded. I hope that you find the joy and pleasure in hammocks that I have.

Welcome from CA! I used to be boxers-while-camping guy, but now I basically sleep in what I've worn for the day.

Welcome to the site from another Ga hanger. I sleep in gym short when camping. I have a camp site full of girls to deal with so when one needs a midnight escort to the bath house, I have to be ready to run.

STinGa

Welcome to your new addiction :)

Welcome from New Jersey!

OK, I picked up my Eno Double Nest today. I pieced together some straps & parachute cord for a short experimental hang. I have to say even though I have NO idea what I am doing it felt pretty good.
I am sitting here tonight trying to sort out what I need and ordering things like whoopie slings and tree straps.
I am trying to decide on a ridgeline and also figure out what other goodies I need.
When I get this figured out I believe I am going to be pretty happy with this.
I am open to any sugesstions......:D