Bushcraft - Pocket Hammock Field Test - Old v New

In this video I carry out a field test on two pocket, mesh, string hammocks and give my reasons for chosing one of them...which will it be ?

[@jediknightofthewoods]

Thanks very much for the shout out Mick, much appreciated and im glad you enjoyed my 10 favourite items vid. Always pleased when something like that promoted additional thought etc! Thats just the set up I use but a single branch overhead is easily used with adaptation and ingenuity. Many times Ive used my hammock to do just what you did and kick back and relax. Like you say, the liklihood of using it for a gill net/trapping is slim, just mentioned that for the survivalists out there! MTFBWY

[@UK_Outdoors.]

U looked proper nervous getting in that 2nd one 😂. Couldn't sleep on one of those. Will stick to the old DD I thinks 😂

[@JesterBushcraft]

I know 🤣 like sitting on a cheese grater…

[@Hekigyoku1]

yea the way the netting is with the second hammock If I were in it would make me very nervous of it snapping on me. I like the first one better because its more assuring, but I don't like it because its cram packed. but with the second one, the netting is very expandable so that's one factor that I like if only you could combine those two good features then you would have One hammock. but a very GOOD one at that. :) Its okay to keep shopping around for comfort. I encourage you to do so.

[@jediknightofthewoods]

@mazadan My sleeping hammock is a DD which I highly rate. This net hammock is just carried to get kick off floor, to use as a seat, for me its easier than having to find three strong sticks to make a tripod for a cloth bushcraft seat, it has so many uses and is more versatile. Just one branch overhead is adequate for a seat. Its not meant for long term sleeping so insulation isnt needed. Unlss it was an emergency situation which is highly unlikely. This offers a cheap ready made seating option

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thanks for the great comments and video response. Yes I would like to combine the two and will be looking for a hammock which combines both... thanks again

[@HectorPlasmic]

I'd ditch the mesh hammocks entirely and get one made of a solid cloth. They're much more comfortable, especially if you stay in it more than 15 minutes. Get it wide and lay in it diagonally and you'll never think of one of those mesh hammocks again. See hammockforums (dot net) for more info than you ever wanted to know about camping hammocks.

[@ve3x]

the second one is more comfortable because the meshes are smaller..

[@rhettoracle9679]

May get one of these to hang under my sleeping hammock to keep pack, boots, gear off ground. Cheers from New Orleans

[@JesterBushcraft]

Scott Mannear yes, these are perfect for that purpose, thanks for your comment...

[@JesterBushcraft]

I have since passed on the light green pocket hammock to one of my subscribers, but still have the old one which I use a lot now and always carry it with me. Makes a great chair too. thanks for the comments...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Great use of some simple kit, thanks for sharing your experiences, much appreciated...

[@JesterBushcraft]

@Woodlandbushcraftuk Yes its a handy piece of kit, which now has pride of place in my kit. thanks for commenting

[@Copper_Cat]

HAHA your review is hilarious. I love the old hammock and your hesitance in trusting it. Top video, thank you

[@JesterBushcraft]

Not quite sure what you are asking, but if you used a bug net with these hammocks it would have to envelope you completely so as no bugs came in through the hammock mesh. Thanks for commenting

[@JesterBushcraft]

Interesting to hear your comments and advice, thank you

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

Great review. Very interesting. Many thanks. Would come in handy as a hammock chair too. Atb, regards Shane.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Yes, I think you might be right. This was an early hammock video. I now hang slightly different. Thanks for your feedback, much appreciated...

[@Romin.777]

I have this older one also.. for about twenty years i reccon, it was my first ever try at hammock camping, but i dudn't trust it completely so i went back to tents. But just a few days ago i bought a Ticket to the Moon (double size) and i could use this as a lugage attic or basement and it's only 200 grams so it would make a nice seat when dayhiking. :)) thanks for the review!

[@swatdoc12498]

I had a net hammock in Costa Rica 2 mpnths ago as we'll as my Hennesey Hammock (highly modified). The net hammock was in an outside pocket of my ruck. We had an afternoon rainstorm blow in and I slung my poncho and then threw up the net hammock. It rained for a couple hours and I hung out dry and comfortable, brewed up a kettle of broth to treat my heat cramps and sat in my mesh hammock and read a book. I could have done the same with my HH but the poncho and mesh hammock worked fine.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Ha ha, thats brilliant...doubt I would get away with it.Thank you for your comment...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated. Already subscribed to Shug... He's great ! Thanks again

[@JesterBushcraft]

Yes, Ive seen a few people use the mesh hammock as a storage area under or over their hammock. Sadly I had to sell my DD due to cash flow problems...

[@pyrotechnic1000]

I would love it. I've always wanted to try one.

[@Turnbull62]

i got one of the old type as a present a couple of years back. as new i think its was only rated at 100 kg (15.5 stone ish). as i'm nearer 18 st was a bit wary first ime but it holds me fine. just up graded to a tenth wonder hammock which i used for the first time this weeked. lots comfier but it is a nylon sheet type and doesn't quite fit in your pocket but for under £10 for the basic model its all good.

[@JesterBushcraft]

I just have to sit on a groundsheet or something. Its very rare I venture anywhere that has no trees. Thanks for your comment

[@MrHatManS]

Hehe, hope you did a risk assessment, but after some repairs that second one is noice.

[@mazadan]

i have a DD travel hammock. the netted Hammocks are grest to keep kit off the ground i made a net for this reason a sort of attic hammock lol. you may need something to keep the draft off though lol.

[@WildGingerBruce]

I carry one of the newer mesh hammocks to keep my kit off of the floor while in in my dd travel sleeping , then during the day put my bag in the dd and sit and chill out in the mesh one, It great for doing a sit spot for seeing wildlife too, once the woods gets accustomed to you being there ..just fight the temptation to swing too much lol

[@JesterBushcraft]

Like the idea of usig the hammock as a wildlife watching seat...

[@redwood978]

Put up video. Looking for a good bug screen for this type of set up. Not at this spot but in a woodland setting

[@JesterBushcraft]

Great feedback, thank you...

[@JesterBushcraft]

I'll give you one guess...My favourite online auction site. I think GoOutdoors do them if you want a new one. Cheers

[@wanderingskeptic]

Fabric hammocks are about the same size, but much more comfortable as you can lay Brazilian style at an angle for a more flat lay.

[@saradreaming]

Thanks for the wonderful comparison and review. Plus I admire your bravery, I was half expecting you to go right through that thin one.. : o) I have thought about getting another one of these too as a back up and day kit item for the warmer months and now I'm wanting one even more.. ; o)

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thanks for your comments and feedback. Yes the older ones are much comfier and a great piece of kit. Thanks for the sub, subbed you back...

[@stevanoutdoor]

I do carry a hammock similar to these. It is in a pouch together with a musquito headnet and a Mylar rescue blanket as a last resort. And I have used in on more than one occasions.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you for your feedback Stevan, much appreciated...

[@TheoSloat]

JesterBushcraft You might want to repair that old one, it has lasted this long and works damaged as it is, she's a keeper!

[@TheoSloat]

Theodore Sloat After watching your video, I have decided to buy one as a backup to my other hammock.

[@jameshildebrand3442]

Good for a make do seat or a dry place for my gear but tottaly uncomfortable to lay in . Perfer my tenth wonder for sleep thanks for sharing.

[@JesterBushcraft]

@crazysaint222 Great comments as always Adam, cheers. Yes, I was in the last James Bond film... you know, the scene where Bond tries to climb into a net hammock...that was me !

[@JesterBushcraft]

Ha ha, thank you for your comment...

[@HARDYSFISHINGADVENTURES]

im 5 10 i think same as you mick nice hammocks id like one but over here in france best wishes hardy

[@maryandsam2]

Heh Jester, nice vid, Used to have one of the older style ones like yours, lost it somewhere during a house move or something....gutted!, replaced it with a lifeventure cheapy I found in a bargain bin in an outdoor shop...good for just lounging in....and wide enough for 2...still miss the o[d netted one though...subbed you BTW...Many Thanks.

[@austinrider7924]

u can get the hammock ebay

[@hopefulskeptic42]

Both are too small. You'll find canvas or the lighter ripstop way, way more comfortable. But, here in the States where bears can be a problem, you use nets like these to pull your gear and food up into the trees. Sometimes it even works! LOL!

[@catteyisaboar4241]

the mesh in the 'old' one was much smaller, I think that is why it was more comfy. how is it 'woven' though, did they just unravel/untwist one line to pass the other one through?

[@JesterBushcraft]

The older one use thinner cord and was much softer too. the bright green one was a bit rough and harsh...

[@rexrex1988]

hi cool video what is the rope for these hammock? when hi buy it

[@redwood978]

I carry one every day. I set it up on breaks at work even

[@JesterBushcraft]

Sorry mate, I sent it to another subscriber many months ago. You could always make one out of some strong tent like fabric. I hope to do a video on that very soon...

[@IndieKidness]

Do you happen to know what gauge of cord was used to make these hammocks? I was considering making my own as I make rabbit (and fox - using larger netting needles and mesh gauges) purse nets for use when ferreting, and I was hoping to apply a similar logic to produce a hammock. The only issue is that I don't know what breaking strain I would have to aim for to prevent it collapsing... it might require a bit of trial and error. Thick paracord would also be extremely difficult to utilise in the same way as the 2mm spun nylon used for rabbit nets, as it wouldn't fit on even my largest netting needle.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Do you mean to support the hammock... if so climbing tape is better or amsteel blue... online is best or your local outdoor store.

[@haddyDrow1]

What do you think about sleeping in one of these with a good sleeping bag?

[@mikha007]

try a spreader bar for more comfort

[@kan-zee]

Good review bud. Cheers ;-))

[@littlebull8881]

I have two of these and I'm thinking about taking them for my next overnighter' are they ok to sleep in?

[@gusims]

The nicer one looks like a snugpak hammock.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Stetson05 Thanks for the feedback, this hammock was passed onto one of my younger subscribers...

[@BIGEARL240]

can you find them at REI?

[@JesterBushcraft]

Im sorry I dont know. Google would be a good start...

[@jonnytaylor8215]

I want it please I'm a 12 year old back packer and can't afford a hammock

[@wiggster1080]

so, idk what kind of hammock you're using. nothing in the description.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Currently have a Green Hornet... This is quite an old video now...

[@jacobehlenbach]

I'd rather have my Hennessy hammock

[@hardieharhared]

You hammock is much to tightly hung

[@314rory]

your gonna look like a ham in that lhh

[@thebackyardbushcrafter2028]

rory johnson you always do