Sparrow vs. Chameleon vs. Blackbird XLC - Hammock Comparison

[@philinthephilippines]

Great vid! I've practically lived in my warbonnet Blackbird xlc for a year I highly recommend.

[@TheOnion12]

Great video. Despite its age this was still very informative.

[@JasonSchroederSconnie]

I appreciate the details that get left out on a lot of reviews! I like the Sparrow and think might go with that one!

[@RicMor200]

What a great and comprehensive video. Thanks for putting it together, and also for being so impartial. These hammocks all have their pros and their cons, which are in most cases subjective to the individual user. I personally love Dream Hammock and Chameleon, although I also own the original WBBB. The Zing It ridgeline and the hooks and rings all around the perimeter of the Chameleon are precisely one of the reasons I love it. I find those rings so useful and well positioned. The extra few grams that they add to the weight are at least partially off-set by the ultralight ridgeline, which as long as it can hold the tension it's good enough for me. But of course I have my pet peeves about these hammocks just like any dedicated user. Thanks again for the vid!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Rick Morales 100% agree. All of these things are very subjective. Regardless of my personal opinion, all three of these hammocks are amazing! And even my pet peeves are me nitpicking! I’m glad you found a use for all those rings!! Lol. I’m holding firm on wishing it had an Amsteel ridgeline though... or at least the option to have it made with one! 😂 Thanks for the comment and sharing your perspective! 👍

[@b.nitsch2228]

An extremely thorough review. Covered all the basics in a reasonable amount of time. Helped me make up my mind.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

That’s great! I’m glad it was useful!

[@DragonRoams]

Great breakdown. I picked up a XLC the spring before the revision it had the option to purchase a top cover but I passed on it. Now that I got into winter camping I just picked up a winter sock from Dutch to make up for no top cover.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

The sock is a good solution. I haven’t used one but I’ve heard it does the job! The XLC is a really nice piece of gear!!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Grab yourself a beverage and meet me at 8pm as we check out three of the top camping hammocks out there! The Dream Hammock Sparrow, The Dutchware Chameleon, and The Warbonnet Blackbird XLC! See you tonight!

[@janedeskis6516]

Oh, and thank you for this great comparison of these choices.

[@kgilliagorilla2761]

First off, good information. Not many people own hammocks from three great companies. On my Cameleon, I love the outside hooks for my under quilt suspension. It helps to keep it tight against the hammock. I use my side pullout to make my hammock more roomy. I also have the peak shelf, and ridgeline organizer. Great for my jacket/raincoat. The fabric is indeed soft. I just purchased a Warbonnet Eldorado. Haven’t spent the night in it yet. But from just hanging in my yard, it’s sweet. And yeah, Dream Hammock is amazing with customization. Maybe a Raven is my future. Whooo Buddddy!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It’s great that there’s so many options out there. you can really try I wide variety of hammocks each with a little different feel. I hope you enjoy the Eldorado!

[@BMB57]

Well done, I am in the market for these 3. Im thinking the xlc but I really like the dreamhammock width

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

All three are great but I’m a Dream Hammock fan! You’ll be happy with any one you go with! Enjoy! Nick

[@kevinbungles]

Excellent review, I live in uk and have a Raven from Dream Hammock and love it, I am looking at adding a sparrow to the collection

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Kevin Piggott since you already have a Raven, you know that Dream Hammock makes amazing products! The Sparrow will be a really nice addition! Cheers! Nick

[@jmullin]

Bang on feature break down, great video

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Jonathan Mullin thanks! 👍

[@vancamjr]

Interesting, perhaps it’s the narrow width of my Chameleon that makes me feel cramped. I’ll have to try a wider alternative. Thanks

[@troyanderson8879]

I do have the Chameleon Wide. I'm only 5' 10"... I LOVE the extra room. I have been able to eliminate shoulder squeeze and have a flat lay... and able to lay on my right or left side. I move a lot thru the night and the wide offers me more lay positions. LOVE IT! To be fair; I've not tried the other GOOD options.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Troy Anderson I’m a fan of a wider hammock too! There’s a slight weight penalty, but worth it in my opinion!

[@erickillg811]

Great video. I’ve been looking to get another hammock. About 4 1/2 years ago I bought the Hennessey asymmetrical . It’s been a great Hammock but I need one that is 11 foot and a little wider. I played down in a couple of different ones now and figured out it’s time for a new one. Lol I will probably be going with a Chamaeleon after listening to your video.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Awesome. That’s a great choice! I hope you enjoy it!

[@byfuzzerabbit]

How do you feel about the bug nets for the chameleon and the sparrow? I have the warbonnet but my dogs nails have gone though them. Now i just get in a little more careful. Hennessy bug net was super durable but i needed that foot box and a better suspension system.

[@livinlarge1247]

I love the products, but I cannot get comfy in my Dutchware Half-Zipped Hammock.(similar to yours). My new-to-me Blackbird XLC I have here, well I hop right in & feel great. I will continue to work the Dutchware Hammock. I have a bottom quilt coming for it.

[@youtube7076]

what if i dont steak it out, and instead fill the pockets' with stuff and weigh it straight down? 7:50 .

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It's not necessary to stake it out, but it helps it stay secure if you're not in it. You could weigh it down...hopefully a strong wind doesn't come by and blow it all over the place! lol Nick

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

How do you like the Dream Hammock zippers compared to the Warbonnet zippers?

[@barondavis5692]

I’m really glad you’re posting good information. I’m 6’4” 225lbs and It’s incredibly helpful to hear for a person who has a similar stature. I’m so on the fence between the sparrow and chameleon. I’m leaning towards the chameleon because I don’t know how I lay.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

I didn’t know either but on the Dream Hammock website they stated that most of their hammocks are right lay (head left and feet right). I found this position comfortable and I noticed that my dominant arm (my right arm) has more room to move around the hammock to make adjustments and things like that. That might not dictate which direction may be more comfortable to you but it’s something I’ve noticed. Also, I’ve tried to lay in the other direction and it feels completely unnatural. Hope this helps! Nick

[@barondavis5692]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors Hi Nick, I'm still researching, and in that quest, I've found that a 1.6Hyper DXL sparrow with bug net weighs 44.3 oz. The Chameleon with bug net in Hexon 1.6 W weighs 20.4 oz. Is the extra weight worth it?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

The HyperD XL fabric has a max width of 74”. The Hexon’s width is 68”. You can have the hyperD cut to a smaller. Not to knock wide hammocks, but I used to have a 74” thunderbird from Dream Hammock and I noticed that I didn’t need all that width. I’ve been comfortable at 63”. The width is a personal preference but I wouldn’t go any wider than 68”. Something seems off with the Sparrow weight. I just used the hammock calculator on the Dream Hammock website and I got a finished weight of 23.34 oz. check it out and let me know what you got dreamhammock.com/hammock-calculator/

[@barondavis5692]

Triple Nickel Outdoors I got 27.99 for the hammock + 9.3 for the big net. 37.29 oz does seem high.

[@barondavis5692]

11 foot x 72” with 1.6 oz fabric, continuous loops.

[@dimitrilasarenko2688]

Thanks for the vid. This answered lot of my questions. I´ve been rotatin xlc and chamelon in my mind. I think I go with xlc. Idon´t like all bits and pieses that you have to clip there, snap here and so on. I like it to be simple complete set.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

The XLC is a great option with a lot of great features! I hope you enjoy it! Thanks Nick

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

I got a single layer XLC in 2018. Top cover, UQ protector and 20 degree wooki, also. I just got a double layer 70d XLC and love the snot out of it. It’s nice to able to use a pad in warmer weather and it’s a lot easier to do with a double layer. Also bugs don’t bite through dbl layer.

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

Oh yeah... I prefer the Whoopi slings.

[@Saltfly]

Great review. I own these rigs and you’re review was money.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Nice selections you got there! All three are great choices but I’m Team Dream Hammock all the way!

[@samsmith8870]

Which hammock would you say is the most comfortable for side sleepers?

[@dwk1986]

Which one is the most comfortable though?

[@enterprise8979]

Was the 74 inch width on the thunderbird too much or why did you get 67 on the sparrow?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

74” was way too wide for me. 67” seems to be a good balance between comfort and weight.

[@enterprise8979]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors thank you. I went for a 12ft Sparrow in the end. Thank you for the video it really helped me decide. Maybe some day I'll get a Blackbird XLC but for now I'll wait and see how the Sparrow is

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

@@enterprise8979 awesome. You’ll love the Sparrow. It’s my favorite.

[@landonk2039]

Thanks for the vid. been debating on the xlc. Looks like a winner.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It’s a great hammock. I’m sure you’ll be pleased!

[@davidschmude]

Nicely done, sir. I’m a little torn as to whether I wish I’d seen this video prior to my purchase of a Chameleon. I’m not sure if it would have helped or added to my confusion. I’m pretty happy with my purchase but since I’ve only spent 6 nights in it so far, I’m still kind of getting things figured out. Thanks for a very straight forward, well made video. One thing you’ve done that I really like that no other hammock tutorial video that I’ve seen is show overhead shots of different lay directions I find that really helpful.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks for the kind words! I thought an overhead view would help show the lay directions! I’m glad you found it useful!

[@xavierdeville9885]

I have a question about the wide version of the sparrow and chameleon. Is it easy to find a full length underquilt for those wide version? I have a HH Safari Jungle and it's a nightmare to find a underquilt that fit the length and wide of this hammock! I'm thinking to buy a sparrow or chamaleon, I like wide hammock (too) but I want a underquilt that really fit.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

I had an UGQ Zeppelin UQ that was 48” wide and 83” long and it fit my wide hammocks better than an UQ of a more standard width 44 inches). If you go really wide with your hammock width, say 74 inches, you may notice some excess material flapping. I think 67” is more than enough width for a comfortable lay. You can call and talk to Paul over at UGQ and he should be able to

[@janedeskis6516]

I’m new to hammock camping. AT hike on hold so I’m searching it out. What is the double layer? I haven’t heard this explained, unless it is for holding a pad in place, not sure.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It’s basically two layers of material. It serves to hold a pad in place and also provides added support due to the extra material. Good luck on your upcoming hike! All the best! Nick

[@Sean-ec4vp]

Hi nick I own a chameleon wide I’m 6’2” I noticed you tend to like wider hammocks. Do you still get extra flop around your feet? I feel like maybe I could have fit in a reg however the extra fabric seams to fill in with my top quilt. I imagine if I had a reg my feet would be up against the bug mesh then. Also how do you like sitting in a reg vs wide hammock? My wide is difficult to just sit in without cutting into my legs or does a reg width do this as well?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

On your wide have you tried folding over the material and then sitting in it? They may help it from digging into your legs. For me, a standard width is a little tight and I enjoy a little extra room.

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

Great review! I'm doing research on what my next hammock will be. Will be my 2nd hammock, kinda new to hanging but have done quite a bit.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

What are you using now and what are you thinking about going to? There’s a lot of good choices out there!

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors I bought a brand named sun year. The double.

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

I'm thinking between the dream hammock or the chameleon

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Good choices. I personally would lean towards a Dream Hammock, mainly because of their customization. But you’ll be happy either way! God luck! Nick

[@georgerosado5194]

Dude...this video was another SUPER USEFULL One .!!!👍

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

George rosado awesome!! Glad you found it useful!!

[@JK-ug7rm]

how does the OutdoorVitals compare? i like the concept of the bugnet simplicity.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

I’m not very familiar with the OutdoorVitals line of products so I can’t compare them to any of these hammocks. I’m also a fan of the integrated bugnet!

[@donkemp8151]

Outdoor Vitals is mass produced in China. These are cottage vendors primarily made in the US to order.

[@mudbone7706]

Thanks for all the good information on these hammocks! Would you mind sharing your approximate height/weight and preferred sleeping position? It looked like maybe you like to sleep in a "figure 4" position (right leg bent, left leg straight).

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Hey! I’m 6’ 4” around 225 lbs. I try and get comfortable on my side but also lay with one leg over the other.

[@mudbone7706]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors Thanks for reply and thanks again for making this helpful comparison video.

[@Knubinator]

fwiw the Chameleon is now only offered in 1.6 and 1.7. I'm not sure why they reduced fabric options. Also RE: Zing-It vs Amsteel for the ridgeline: I have always been under the impression that the ridgeline is just to help you keep sag, and not to have weight on it? I think the number I've always been told is that the ridgeline should only have something like five pounds on it?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks for the info on the Chameleon fabric selections. Maybe those are the two most popular selections.... and you’re right about the purpose of the ridgeline. Zing it will do the job to help keep the sag, but I’ve always liked the look of the Amsteel. To me it makes the hammock look more polished. Thanks for the comment! Nick

[@tomlucas4788]

Great review thanks for the time and effort. Regarding the wide Chameleon or Sparrow does a normal underquilt fit or does that have to be made wide as well

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Tom Lucas my regular width UQ works with a wide hammock but the hammock body does get a little narrower. Here’s a vid showing my UQ on some different wide hammocks. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpTTf4FuqtRkiJI Did you receive those panel pulls? Hope you like them! Nick

[@wisenber]

Over time, I discovered that 90% of the time I didn't need a bugnet or top cover. Now I just soak my hammocks in permethrin a couple of times a season and I'm good. Mosquitos and noseeums don't tend to be that active after dark. I generally get to camp near dark. By the time I've pitched my tarp and hammock and had dinner, it's dark. Remove the bugnet/top cover from the equation, and you don't have to worry about switching from left to right. Just buy a gathered end hammock wide enough to taste at about a third of the price with less weight. I own about 20 hammocks with and without bugnets as well as hammock socks. 90 percent of the time, I grab a basic no net gathered end hammock. I use a double layer (reduces bites through fabric) with net in the Everglades. I use a sock when it's going to be well below 20 F. The rest of the time, I just climb in a hammock without fiddling with zippers.

[@samuelhartsock1177]

What hammock setup would you recommend for a big guy (6'3 265) looking to save weight on a through hike of the Appalachian trail? Leaving katahdin in August going southbound.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Dream Hammock Darien with a 1.6 oz. fabric or higher, depending on your specific setup. And a DCF tarp (three popular vendors - Hammock Gear, ZPacks, or LiteAF). Good luck!!

[@samuelhartsock1177]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors thank you sir! I appreciate it! If I can ask one more thing, on their website, they ask for the material of the hammock for the inner layer and outer layer. What would you suggest for the other layer? Thanks again!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Samuel H I wouldn’t go double layer. Go single layer. If you’re concerned about support just go with a heavier fabric instead of two layers. 👍

[@samuelhartsock1177]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors very helpful! Thanks again! Definitely subscribing!

[@barondavis5692]

Triple Nickel Outdoors I’m guessing you suggested the darian for it’s lighter weight.

[@rickwebermusic]

I enjoyed your comparison! I currently have the Raven and love it! I'm 6'1", and am quite comfortable in the standard width. But I would love to eventually try a Sparrow in a wider width. I'd be curious to see how much more comfortable it is having the added width. The Chameleon intrigues me; but I really don't like that it has a Zing-it ridgeline. They should have used Amsteel, imo. Plus, I think I'm spoiled on the Smurf's quality and attention to detail!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Same here. Starting off with such a great piece of gear, it’s tough to make a switch to something different. If you’re pretty comfortable with your lay direction a Sparrow might be a good fit. You may not need to go really wide, but some additional with could be beneficial! Thanks for the comment!

[@rickwebermusic]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors I always sleep head left/feet right. I only flip-flopped the first couple night I ever slept in a hammock. I was thinking 64-65" would be a good amount of extra width at my height. I may DIY one first to see if I like that width before ordering a Sparrow. What I love about the Raven is how well it spreads out- even at the standard width. I don't know how they do it, but it just seems roomier than other hammocks that are the same width.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

The different cut of the netting of the Raven could definitely make it so the hammock spreads out easier than other hammocks of equal width!

[@mikejw58]

Wow. I’d like to get into hammock camping but when you talk about left lay and right lay my eyes glaze over. I thought about getting the Sparrow but now I don’t know since I don’t know what lay I would prefer. It seems to me, with all the videos I’ve watched, it take quit a while to dial in what you want. Something I don’t have a lot of time to do. Very frustrating decisions here. Thanks for your take on it.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Dream Hammock says on their website that most of the hammocks they manufacture are right lay (head left/feet right). Also, I don’t know if this holds any water, but because I’m right hand dominant I like a right lay hammock because I can use my dominant arm more freely. Hope this helps! Nick

[@lt2246]

Great video. Any thoughts on the Kammock Mantis vs the DH Sparrow?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

How’s it going! I don’t know much about the Mantis so I can’t really comment on it. I do love all things Dream Hammock so I’d say you can’t go wrong with the Sparrow!

[@williamwood6795]

Does Dream Hammock allow two plys of material with an opening to put your inflatable mattress between them?(Like the BlackBird of Warbonnet) Also, I'd like a two ply hammock that is reversible with desert camo on one side and forest camo on the other.. I'll have to email Dream Hammock when I'm closer to buying.. Nice video..

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

William Wood Dream Hammock does offer a double layer hammock that allows a pad to be put between both of the layers. I’m not sure if it is reversible, but if you email Randy over at Dream Hammock he will be able to answer all of your questions! Good luck. Dream Hammock is a great purchase! Nick

[@survivaltrotter-com]

And did you buy a Dream Hammock? If yes, what is order number? Why would you use a mattress when an underquilt is much better? Best configuration: Sparrow + Depending on the temperature, wind: Underquilt + Underquiltprotector With Enjoy With The Peope Who Give You ENERGY (#EWTPWGYE)!!!-greetings from The Netherlands, Theo "SurvivalTrotter" Brouwers --> www.survivaltrotter.com : info on Hammocks, Ultra Light + Long Distance,...

[@honey2badger]

awesome video man! whats with the triple nickel? all i can think of is a 555 conduit bender from my electrician days....

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Scott Olyer thanks! It’s from my time in the Air Force. We had an AF Form 555 that we called a triple nickel. Also I have three kids so I liked the triple part for them!

[@ricardoneto7789]

Great video Nick !

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Rick Nadeau thanks!👍

[@worsertrash1222]

Would you say the dream hammock has a foot box like the war bonnet?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It’s a different design but same concept. The Warbonnet has an added piece of material included in the netting to help spread out the footbox. The Dream Hammock netting, similar to the Warbonnet netting, is cut in an asymmetrical pattern to allow you to lay at an angle an achieve a flatter lay. It just doesn’t have that extra material in the netting. Hope this helps!

[@worsertrash1222]

Triple Nickel Outdoors it does thank you!

[@5118eman]

It's better to have & not need then to need & not have. Dutchware Rocks!!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Eric M Dutchware does Rock!!! Except when it comes to having rings all over their hammock!! 👍 😆

[@emmanuelfelter7186]

Hey nick ! Out of curiosity how tall are you (in metric system if you can answer me ) ? Thanks for the vid

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

1.93 meters (6’ 4” ) hope this helps!

[@emmanuelfelter7186]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors thanks

[@roytd96]

Nick good video for shearing.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks! 👍

[@enterprise8979]

How tall are you exactly?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

6’4”

[@dayday_13]

Excellent video and explanations, earned another sub and I don't even use a hammock

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Glad you found it useful. Maybe check i a hammock. You may enjoy it!

[@dayday_13]

Triple Nickel Outdoors I am actually, been looking into it a lot lately. I’ve always been a tent or sleep under the stars guy but dying to sleep like a gentleman. Thanks man.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Awesome! Any way you do it, at least you’re out there! 👍

[@dayday_13]

Triple Nickel Outdoors honestly I wished more KZbin guys did fantastic informational videos like this. When I find someone who really has info or tips to help others in a real way (not just reiterating info that’s already out there) I subscribe and I learn. Thanks again

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks for being part of it! Stay tuned!👍

[@zzlee6411]

XLC is Right or Left now.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

ZZLEE both. You can flip the net over to accommodate either lay direction.

[@zzlee6411]

yep

[@davidbrown1914]

What color is the chameleon?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

I got it in Charcoal Gray. 👍

[@davidbrown1914]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors thanks man, wasn't sure if grey of coyote

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

David Brown no sweat! Be good!

[@luuk4089]

Nice comparison Borat :-) Not sure if I missed it, but what do you think of the pack hooks? Useful or not?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Useful, mainly because I use an UGQ underquilt and there’s an exposed piece of shock cord that the pack hook locks into. It keeps the quilt in place so it doesn’t shift. You can see it in this vid at 4:40: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIq0fWtjqdeMiaM Thanks for the comment!

[@darrenmc2338]

Great Info Nick! Overall, where do you stand with the width options? I'm 6'0 tall, what width do you think would be best? Thanks

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Darren MC very subjective but here’s my perspective. There’s around a 4 oz. difference between my Chameleon (58”) and my Sparrow (67”). So a slight weight penalty the wider you go. At 6’4” the 62” width of the XLC was a nice balance between weight and comfort. I think if you’re looking to go a little wider than the standard width of 58”, the 62” width of whatever hammock you choose should work out great!

[@BobPreis]

Great information. Thanks for making this video.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Bob Preis thanks! Hope it was helpful! 👍

[@BobPreis]

Triple Nickel Outdoors thanks, very helpful. Also it looks like I accidentally replied to a comment instead of making a new comment. One question for you: I own a BB XLC and I’m 6’1”. Laying on the diagonal, I’ve found that my foot box area is kind of flappy, as if I’m not tall enough to fill the XLC. Do you have any tips or videos specific for a good pitch and lay in the XLC?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Bob Preis the flapping is caused by the width of the material. Had the XLC had tie outs at the footbox area you could stake it out and it would help eliminate that. That’s why there’s a tie out at the head end so that the netting is pulled away from your face.

[@bareenlars]

Very good video! How tall are you? (height)

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

On a good day, I’m 6’4”! 👍

[@johnsanford3596]

Two points: 1) you mention that you like the wider hammock because you're large. What is "large"? Seriously, that's important info in this context. 2) When choosing between them, I would send a noobie to the Chamelon over the XLC. Why? Because the noobie doesn't KNOW what side he (or she) is going to lay. The Chamelon supports figuring that out. Excellent job, my two minor points aside. Watching/reading comparisons of top products in any market is always a great way of getting a sense of what matters and WHY. Full disclosure: I have a older XLC, as well as a Therm-a-Rest something or other (GREAT fabric) and a Draumur XL which I haven't set up yet. I don't really sleep that comfortably in the XLC, so I'm looking at trying a Chamelon.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

It's hard to speak for the masses because everyone's comfort levels differ. I just found that for my needs, a slightly wider than normal hammock body gave my a better lay. Other people of similar stature may find they can get away with the standard width. It's very subjective. I think I would send a noobie to those specifics brands because a lot of the guesswork has been done for you. As you start to get familiar with the different components and what works, and doesn't, you can better "fine tune" your set up. Thanks for the comment! Nick

[@nomsolo9935]

Which one do you fall asleep in easiest?

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Hands down the Sparrow. Probably due to the additional width. But they’re all comfortable and well made!

[@nomsolo9935]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors thank you! I own a Hammock Gear 20 degree Incubator. Do you know if this UQ or other standard sized UQs would fit well on a wide (XL width) Sparrow? Looking around to see if UQ hooks on the Sparrow would be necessary for a wider hammock body.

[@deaner6944]

Thx so much... Very useful info all the way :-)

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks for the comment!

[@echo1er]

Great video.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@hermeticallysealed]

Hanging in the house like a boss my wife woulda been Oh Hell No

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

hermetically sealed what??!! My wife loves how the eye bolts in the wall really complete the room! 😂

[@hermeticallysealed]

Triple Nickel Outdoors That explains the small TV "you can have the good one back after you just think about what you did" I know the drill

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

hermetically sealed looks like we’re living the same life! 😂😂

[@hermeticallysealed]

Triple Nickel Outdoors I do get to have the pipe stand hammock hanger in the backyard, so that's nice.

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

hermetically sealed maybe one day you’ll get to use it in the garage...baby steps!

[@AliasBane]

You know the zing it has a higher weight rating this amsteel....

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Amsteel has a much higher breaking strength than zing it. 7/64” Amsteel is around 1600 lbs. vs. 1.75mm Zing it which is around 500 lbs. Here’s a quick reference if you’re interested. www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php/113244-Difference-between-Amsteel-and-Zing-it

[@AliasBane]

@@TripleNickelOutdoors what is its zing it the same thickness as zing it.my bad messed it up with the 2.8 Reflect it from Dutch...

[@MrTrixton]

you left out the simply light trail lair!!!!

[@TripleNickelOutdoors]

Tony Trixton haha. I ran out of money!! Christmas is coming though!!