i am a more than little surprised by some of the stuff i have seen so far, including:
Surprises:
1. That many people own so many diff types (models) of hammocks. WHY?
... And here i was planning on getting a single unit that works well for all my applications. i.e.: 2+ / 3 season hammock (35f @ night & rains) ; as well as hot summer day-use lounging around camp, by river, lake (breathable under-fabric & fly for shade)
2. i assumed that my self-inflating pad prolly wouldnt work, and prolly is a total overkill anyway. And that my down-filled sleeping-bag would be a poor match as well.
... i guess i am wrong on both counts??
3. i guess i can see... only just now though... why gram-counting has become such a force within this group of aficionados. These puppies can be ultra-light, if kitted for 1-season use.
... i have always been a minimalist, but only rarely a gram-counter.
And i guess here comes the last question: At this time - in my tender and virgin-like point in my hammock career - i am leaning towards a stock HH Survivor, with the only addition being a double-bubble pad. In the hopes that this pad would be enough if i get stuck on the ground for a night or two. ??? Does this configuration work for 2+ season use ???
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