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Hammock vs. Tent weight

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, 02-04-2011 at 11:39 (1987 Views)
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www.hammockforums.net
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This site can answer all your hammock questions.

I would ditch the suspension that is stock and go with "whoopie slings".
I am lighter than most tent campers with my down underquilt, top quilt,tarp and blackbird hammock.
I did the tarp camping with minimualist stuff but there is nothing like sleeping 8 plus hours and never waking up. I have spent as much as 10 hours in my hammock and only stirred around to take care of nature.

BEAS
Take a loot at my friend Shug's how to hammock tutorial. Covers it all.

http://www.youtube.com/user/shugemer...44/d7NZVqpBUV0
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  1. thecampden.com's Avatar
    Hammocks will be lighter but they provide no support for your body. your body has to conform to the curve of the hammock which can be hurtful on your back by the end of a hike or camping trip. I prefer a lightweight camping tent with a therma-rest pad.