Hammock that is lightweight, netting, with tarp recommendations

[kevin2]

I'm going to try a hammock, as I am having trouble getting a good nights sleep in the tent.

I want to stay light weight, that is key. Dual-layer seems like a feature that will help out with the pad.

I've looked at the Hammock Manufacturer List, and I'm beginning to get dizzy! There are a lot of hammocks out there! So, I figured I could get some recommendations first.

I don't actually have to have a tarp, as I can make my own. Made my own tent, so a tarp should be cake. But, figured that if there is a reasonable tarp out there, then it might be worth looking at too.

I hike & camp over night with my wife in the summer mostly. We mostly hike where there are trees. My wife has expressed interest in going in the fall to hike and see the pretty colors here in michigan, so it might be a 3 season rig.

I have a 3 season poly sleeping bag already. Not sure if I can use that or not, I assume yes?

I'm 180lbs
Budget-cheap to medium $50-150 I suppose.

If you need any more info, I'll post up fast...

thanks!

[mudsocks]

BIAS Weight Weenie or Weight Weenie Micro are pretty light. If you plan on going in the fall you'll need some kind of bottom insulation. I've made it down to the low 50s on a standard camping pad. If you plan on camping out in colder weather you'll want to invest in an under quilt.

[kevin2]

I was just reading about the need for insulation in colder weather. Not sure it will happen, the fall camping, but it is in my mind. I was already to the page with your recommendations, as another thread recommended them to newbs. I book marked them & they are on the list! thanks!

BIAS Weight Weenie or Weight Weenie Micro are pretty light. If you plan on going in the fall you'll need some kind of bottom insulation. I've made it down to the low 50s on a standard camping pad. If you plan on camping out in colder weather you'll want to invest in an under quilt.

[sargevining]

If you made your own tent, a hammock should be a walk in the park.

DIY Gear Supply has guides for making Hammocks, tarps, and under insulation:

http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/diy-guides/hammock/

Scott has a guide there for making a double layer hammock with bug net that should be well within your skillset if you've made a tent.

The IX underquilt is an easy project which is relatively inexpensive and should get you down to 35*. There are also several versions of a GI Poncho Liner underquilt (PLUQ)here on the forum and elsewhere on the web.

A good tarp that is reasonably priced is the Toxaway from Arrowhead Equipment as is the Hennessy Hex.

A very light weight hammock can be made from 1.1 ripstop nylon. Four yards will make you a nice one with plenty of room and a good flat lay. Roll hem the long edges about 1/2" and on the short dimension sew in a channel about 1 1/2" wide with three rows of stitching. Follow this guide for adding the suspension and ridgeline:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=77231

If you want a bug net with it, get a HUG Bugnet from Arrowhead:

http://www.arrowhead-equipment.com/the-hug-bug-net.html

or you can make one of your own:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=24029

Half a bug net is half the weight.

[kevin2]

WOW! Didn't think I was going to be taking on another sewing project! My neck will be sore, I'm sure!

THanks for the great links. I'm going to give this some thought for sure. My tent I made, it ain't pretty up close, as I was learning on a steep curve & it shows. HOwever, it is strong & has held up. Waterproof, bug proof, and the stitching has held up so far. We shall see if making my own hammock is in the cards...

If you made your own tent, a hammock should be a walk in the park.

DIY Gear Supply has guides for making Hammocks, tarps, and under insulation:

http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/diy-guides/hammock/

Scott has a guide there for making a double layer hammock with bug net that should be well within your skillset if you've made a tent.

The IX underquilt is an easy project which is relatively inexpensive and should get you down to 35*. There are also several versions of a GI Poncho Liner underquilt (PLUQ)here on the forum and elsewhere on the web.

A good tarp that is reasonably priced is the Toxaway from Arrowhead Equipment as is the Hennessy Hex.

A very light weight hammock can be made from 1.1 ripstop nylon. Four yards will make you a nice one with plenty of room and a good flat lay. Roll hem the long edges about 1/2" and on the short dimension sew in a channel about 1 1/2" wide with three rows of stitching. Follow this guide for adding the suspension and ridgeline:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=77231

If you want a bug net with it, get a HUG Bugnet from Arrowhead:

http://www.arrowhead-equipment.com/the-hug-bug-net.html

or you can make one of your own:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=24029

Half a bug net is half the weight.

[Rolloff]

Hard to beat the BIAS/Toxaway combo. Throw in a Nanobuganator for full insect coverage.

The HUG and DP's Halfnets are the ultimate in UL, but a full net, along with the extra storage for light stuff, like socks or a hat or shirt, also gives you somewhere to cook and fiddle around, when infestations become really horrible.

You'll thank me later

Rolloff!

[Porch Hanger]

Welcome from Corpus Christi.

I purchased my hammock ... Grand Trunk Skeeter Beeter, rescued an ENO with rips and holes (after some cutting and re-sewing) for my Son. The wife and daughter still like the tent.

Now if I needed to replace or aquire another hammock or two ... DIY alll the way.
You made a tent ... hammock ... no prob.

[gargoyle]

kevin2,
Come to MI Hang at the end of Sept. Lots of gear to see and meet some of the gang.

[mrmike65]

+1 to DIY and all sargevining had to offer!

If you made your own tent, a hammock should be a walk in the park.

DIY Gear Supply has guides for making Hammocks, tarps, and under insulation:

http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/diy-guides/hammock/

Scott has a guide there for making a double layer hammock with bug net that should be well within your skillset if you've made a tent.

The IX underquilt is an easy project which is relatively inexpensive and should get you down to 35*. There are also several versions of a GI Poncho Liner underquilt (PLUQ)here on the forum and elsewhere on the web.

A good tarp that is reasonably priced is the Toxaway from Arrowhead Equipment as is the Hennessy Hex.

A very light weight hammock can be made from 1.1 ripstop nylon. Four yards will make you a nice one with plenty of room and a good flat lay. Roll hem the long edges about 1/2" and on the short dimension sew in a channel about 1 1/2" wide with three rows of stitching. Follow this guide for adding the suspension and ridgeline:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=77231

If you want a bug net with it, get a HUG Bugnet from Arrowhead:

http://www.arrowhead-equipment.com/the-hug-bug-net.html

or you can make one of your own:

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=24029

Half a bug net is half the weight.

[kevin2]

Where is the Mi Hang at?

kevin2,
Come to MI Hang at the end of Sept. Lots of gear to see and meet some of the gang.