Originally Posted by
greggg3
Exactly, then when I take it to the trail instead of my flat back yard, complexities increase. Some of those hammock hanging advantages that Ed talks about in his book (like being able to camp on a steep slope) are harder to realize. Like you say, the challenge is fun, but on a longer trip, sometimes after a long day, simpler is better. One of the things I like about hanging is that almost anywhere where there are trees, I can throw up the hammock and tarp in minutes and be sleeping warm and comfy. With the bridge, it just seems more complicated, getting the height right (so the bottom doesn't drag - another reason I'm leaning toward pads instead of under quilts), then getting the tarp set for good coverage without rubbing on the spreader bars. And this is all made worse by my width or preference for a wide 41" spreader bar so I don't have shoulder squeeze. I'll continue to tinker with the bridge setup and use it for short trips where I know where I'll be camping. But I'm hoping the claytor no-net will become my standard for winter "adventure" trips where I don't know where I'll end up each night.
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