Why people don't like hammocks

[@backpackingadventures4813]

My first hammocks were ENO. Used a single one then a “two person” one and, like you said, they were either too narrow or a bowl. Definitely not meant for sleeping in. But unfortunately these types of hammocks are usually people’s first try with them and are really cheap. I agree about hammocks being superior in camp. Now this could be because I’m getting old and getting in and out is easier and it is way more comfortable to me than sleeping on the ground. Much bigger learning curve with a hammock but I think it is totally worth it. And it’s fun. Great video marine! 👍

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I finally gave away my ENO single nest to a friend of mine kid. Otherwise I would of shown that for the short narrow hammock. I got that hammock when they first came out. I thought they where the coolest thing. But I am sure a lot of people thought of that with the Ford Mode T. Thank you Dan for watching. Always appreciated.

[@Stone-Wolf-Outdoors]

i send all my friends that are new to Hammocks to you you are a great source of info thanks Brother

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You rock! Thank you so much Stone-Wolf-Outdoors. I really do appreciate that.

[@OldPackMule]

Needed to be said! Thanks Marine. Always a good video.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You are so welcome. Thank you Oldpackmule for watching. Very much appreciated!

[@mochmoch9453]

I use my Warbonnet BLACKBIRD XLC, Traveler , Duch Chameleon and Ridgerunner since about 10/ 15 years . And everything you have to say above is 100% correct !! And my first night in the forest ended about 1 o'clock in the morning , because uncomfortable and very cold !! Yes, I did all of them wrong at this time and the DD Hammock was of course too small !! If I Today with Kayak ; Canoe ; Bike or backpack I'm on tour , then I sleep on Hammock ! AND !!! There is NOTHING better to sleep outside in the beautiful Nature !! Thank you very much and as always your films are very good and I have also been able to learn from you Thank you so much and all good, with transatlantic greetings from Berlin / Germany Moch

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Well said and thank you for Moch sharing that. Most of my relatives are from Germany. Some day I will have to pay a visit.

[@wolf1066]

My favourite reason why I don't like hammocks. Because I *_love_* hammocks! Definitely my preferred option for camping. Had to camp in a tent a couple of weekends back because there were no trees to hang from... I've spent all the time since then investigating lightweight portable hammock stands.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

When car camping. I always will have a hammock stand just incase. Thank you Wolf for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@wolf1066]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Yeah. Definitely worth the investment, I think. I was at a motorbike rally and the venue had no suitable trees. Definitely wished I had a compact hammock stand that fits on the back of the motorbike.

[@LouisianaThibodeaux]

I have a Dream Hammock it is a dream to sleep in. I only go in a tent if there or no trees.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I am with you on that. There is a few trips I have planned where the hammock might not make it. I know I will have a horrible time trying to sleep. Plus crawling on my hands and knees again. OOCH!

[@mat-ventures]

At 7:37, the "come on, man" came from the heart hahaha

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

"COME ON MAN"!

[@mat-ventures]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine :D

[@Paul-go8nw]

I use a basic ticket to rhe moon hammock and add other components as needed. I use to be a flat stomach sleeper at home, but i always wanted a hammock over a tent, so i practice laying on my back at home in my own bed. It took several attempts and persistence, but now can comfortably lay on my back and sleep well. This is when i upgraded to a hammock. I have learnt a lot of informative information from your KZbin videos. I appreciate all your knowledge and experience and tips. No more rocks, twigs in my back back or creepy crawlers. Hammocks rule for me now man. All the best from England😊

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That is a great story of discipline. Thank you Paul-go8nw for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@Kenbur]

AMEN - preach it Marine!! Love Henry's cameo

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

He is back next week. He is staring to become a ham!

[@saxoncrow2500]

You should get an Oscar for your acting Marine 😂😂😂 Well. I'm all kitted out and as soon as Mrs Saxon Crow let's me out to play I shall be hammock camping! Really can't wait. Your videos have been an invaluable tool. Thank you 😊

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I hope she is going to let you play soon. Fall is upon us. My favorite time of the year. Thank you Saxoncrow so much for watching. I always appreciate it.

[@thebeast1702]

Never forget who showed you the tent hammock!!! I was tent hammocking when you were still a ground dweller!!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Mr. Beast!

[@oxfordblaze4392]

Thanks! Half the fun for me was watching you and others teach how to set these up properly. I think I finally found my perfect hang....thanks. Now we just need a break from this intense heat down here in Florida!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

We have been having Florida temperatures and humidity all summer long. Today it finally broke. Fall is hear. Hopefully. I am so happy you found the Ultimate Hang.

[@Vince26010]

I've been hamocking for 10 years now and I can say i'll never go back to sleep in a tent. To me, there're so much pros Vs so little cons . Thank you for your excellent work on KZbin. Always appreciate your videos,... and your kind and positive personality. All the best from Belgium.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

My grandma was from Belgium. Some day I would like to visit your beautiful country. Thank you Vincentleroy for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@jerrybobteasdale]

Good video. Where I will camp, there won't usually be two trees from which to hang a hammock.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That would be tough in those conditions. That is where the tent shines. I have a hammock stand that I would always bring in those situations. But of course not when I am backpacking. thank you Jerrybobteasdale for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@WanderingSwitchback]

I'm definitely hammock-curious. I have that Doublenest, and while it's nice to lay around in, it's definitely not meant for sleeping! Being a stomach sleeper, I feel like there's some extra challenge to it. One of these days, when the budget allows, I'll have to get a good one to try out.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Stomach sleepers say the best hammock for them is a bridge hammock. So when you are ready. Those maybe your best choice. Thank you WanderingSwitchback for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@RS-xq6je]

I've done a few hammock camps now loved it since the very first one even with frozen butt syndrome keeping me awake, used a sleeping mat after kept sliding off then foil blankets but condensation got me, I was an avid ground dweller but love hammocking now. Found a lot of good information on this channel easy to digest and very helpful. I made a lot of the mentioned typical mistakes but i do feel that my hammock being only 270cm long although im only 5ft 8" is still not long enough, however i can still get a good sleep after messing around finding my position rotating a knee out. Im looking at the DD frontline XL believe it was just over 300cm long to help get maximum comfort

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

A hammock with a length of 300 cm. is a good starting point for you. You will be a lot more comfortable and going to sleep great through the night. The only problem is you are not going to want to get out of it. Thank you RS-xq6je for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@TheFLOMAN76]

Hammocks Rule!! Good stuff Marine! Thank you sir.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Right on! I love it. Thank you TheFLOMAN for watching. I always appreciate it.

[@randypeterson4146]

Great video... Everyone wants to get an Eno because they dont know any different...To short...to heavy... terrible straps...I can go on and on... Lucky i did lots of KZbin before i went to a hammock...Ive been in a 11ft Onewind for 5 years now and the quality is awesome and very affordable...Built in whoopie sling Ridgeline which is a game changer...Set it up to the sag you like and all you need is trees that your straps reach...Hard to find the perfect trees so the Ridgeline will keep you comfortable even if its a little tight or a bit loose...Im lucky and am on the trail 40+ weekends a year and will never go back to the ground..Keep up the good work🙌🙌

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Randy for sharing that. We need to educate those ground dwellers!

[@BosomBuddyCreations]

I have 3 different hammocks, 3 different lengths and widths (including a short narrow lightweight for backpacking). They each have different uses. I am sorta short (5'4') so they all work for me. I do like my double wide 11 foot long one the best. The only person allowed in with me though is the doggie :) Great book to help learn about hammocks is "the Ultimate Hang" by Derek Hanson. I read it cover to cover before I hung my first hammock. Then videos like your channel or "Shug" helped me customize my hammock skills even more. I love my hammocks. Love the doggie! Thanks for the Henry showing :)

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The Ultimate Hang is a classic and so is Shug. I should of mention that the doubles are for the puppies. Henry has a little bigger role next week. Thank you Jill Marie for watching. Henry really appreciate it.

[@JohnJohnson-zz8re]

Excellent video as all yours are. I also enjoy setting up my WB Ridge runner and tweaking the tarp! My first hammock was Eno jungle nest. Even after adding a ridgeline, never liked it. This is the best illustrative video on KZbin. You, Shug and Rob Pelton are the ultimate hammock masters. Salute!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you John. I really appreciate that.

[@woodland8902]

Best explanation yet. Keep up the great work, you will prevail! You could sell a hammock to a desert dweller, a banana hammock to Shug. No need for a challenge.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

A desert dweller and Shug, who dose not like bananas. That is a really big challenge! Thank you Woodland for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@jerryg957]

Wha,ts the min/max distance the trees should be apart. Always enjoy your videos.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

They say from 12 feet to 17 feet is the best. But with an Amsteel ridgeline and whoopie sling. you can go much farther. And closer with cinch buckles ( right up to the hammocks continuous loops ). Thank you Jerry so much for watching. I always do appreciate it.

[@jerryg957]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine

[@snaponjohn100]

You are right on the money with this one. God bless you brother. John.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you John so much. God bless!

[@olhiker9951]

I toss and turn, sleep on my stomach and sides. I sleep warm and comfortable in my hammock. In a tent I wake up cold on the floor off the mattress pad.

[@ashwilliams6894]

I use a Warbonnet Blackbird Hammock which is amazing, recently I tried the Amok Drammur which is a completely lay flat hammock system and this is by far the most comfortable setup I’ve ever used. Took this on a 6 day 5 night backpacking trip to Yosemite in July

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

My next hammock is the Amok Drammur. I am surprised that it is taking me this long. I need to start shifting gears. Thank you Ashwilliams so much for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@ashwilliams6894]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine it is such a cool system honestly, it is literally just as comfortable as my mattress at home which is wild in the backcountry. It’s really weird getting in and out of it, especially at first, but you will love it

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for sharing that info. Now you really got me wanting one.

[@MeOutside]

I have four hammocks, I love em. Three Dutchware and one Hammock Gear. My Banyan is the most comfortable and it’s only slightly heavier than a gathered end. Cold butt syndrome is definitely an issue. I’ve spent thousands of dollars on down quilts. I pretty much split my time between a hammock and a tent. I have a Tiger Wall and a Duplex.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I have yet to try the Bayan. It is on my wish list. Thank you MeOutside for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@DonHavjuan]

They are COLD until you spend A LOT on an under quilt. They are also always surrounded by huge clouds of SMUG.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Another jealous Ground Dweller. Thank you Don for watching. Much appreciated.

[@nazaninnaderi3783]

Hello sir, New subscriber. Love your tutorials/ beginner series. You mentioned the importance of length and even gave a rule of thumb length. You mentioned the width but no reference values. Will you please explain how much (cms or meters) is primarily to wide but also to short? One other question, will you make a similar video about bug nets? If so what would be great. Best wishes Nazanin

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The length is the most important part. If you are not sure what length. Always get an 11ft ( 335cm ). As for width. It depends on you height and how broad your shoulders are. The problem with the width of hammocks today. You have only a choice between 58in (147cm ) or 70in ( 177cm ). Only Dream Hammock makes hammocks that you can get any width you like. I will put Bug nets on my list of videos to do. Thank you Nazanin for subscribing, watching, and for that great question. I really appreciate it.

[@nazaninnaderi3783]

Thank you Sir, Appreciate you taking time to answer my question. Till next time.

[@jasonknotts5001]

I have an ENO double nest and I love it. It's the reason I got into hammocking. I sleep like a baby in it.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

If that works for you. You are good to go. That is the hammock that got me into camping between two trees too! I gave away my single nest. But not the double nest. Too much history. Thank you Jason for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@remyllebeau77]

What do you think about turning a gathered end hammock into a 4 way, meaning you have to find a tree for each corner. Would it work, or is that style of hammock not durable enough to be used like that? I know it would be bad to have more weight from tree straps, but I'm just interested in the theory and if it could give a flatter lay.

[@thomasgallagher6935]

It would be nearly impossible to find a spot for it and it wouldn't be practical, but higher end hammocks do have side tie outs to spread out the fabric.

[@remyllebeau77]

Only if you limit yourself to finding a perfect square of trees. Why would it be impractical? I'm more interested in the design theory, if it would work for lying in it, and if it could offer a flatter lay.@@thomasgallagher6935

[@mat-ventures]

At the very end, what is your dog's name again, and what was he catching?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

A lot of people miss that. I am trying to have a dog moment on every ending. Henry. I have three trips planned this month. Where he will be on two of them.

[@mat-ventures]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine hâte de voir ça! (eager to see that)

[@rodoutdoors]

I love it but it's not ideal in my area due to lack of suitable trees. The setup time is considerably longer than my tent setup. It creates more bulk in my pack with the added underquilt. It's still the best way to recover for me. It's fun to scout nice trees for future trips too.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Not having a good source of tree at camp can be a major issue. I am heading on a trip at the end of the month. Were I was told that there maybe a lack of good trees to hang on. I guess I will have to be creative. I really don't want to sleep on the ground. But you got to do what you got to do!

[@rodoutdoors]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Wish I had some Trekking Treez 😂

[@1990SammieJ]

I love hammocks but didn't get why, even with the perfect hang, my feet would go numb. I get it now, mines 8 and half feet so must be the tightness

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You get in a 11ft. hammock. Your feet will never be numb again. But a major problem that you may face. You will never want to get out of it. Thank you 1990SammieJ for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@caveymon]

My first hammock is the grand trunk ultralight. Indeed a bit on the shortside (9.5”, 290cm). But works fine as introductory hammock to get to grips with the suspension system, testing my diy whoopiesling srl, and the kids love it (up to the point of brotherly warfare 😂). Will be eyeballing some good deals on a longer hammock :)

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Always remember that the best hammock. Is the one you have. Thank you Caveyman for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@SkitterComic]

I'm sure I'm doing something wrong, but I've found that when I try to get diagonal, the side of the hammock pushes back against my outer foot. It's a little uncomfortable and I find myself just sleeping in a "frog-legged" position (which ain't bad).

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Are you using an 11 footer?

[@SkitterComic]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine - Yes. Superior Gear 11'. I'm sure it's my technique that's off.

[@Al1en_Boy_3thKind]

My problems with a Hammock it’s always first night sleep in it!! But then I sleep like a baby

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

It is like being back in your mothers womb! But that could be a problem now a days. Thank you Al1en_boy_USA for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@MrDosonhai]

They don't like hammocks, until they have to go inside a jungle with no flat surfaces to set up a tent.

[@OldPackMule]

Or, like here in PA, the woods is rocks and trees.

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Correct, then add snakes like the bushmasters, fer de lances, and, bullet ants, etc!!!

[@tomcatt998]

In Florida swamps

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

@@tomcatt998 Yea, like those in Eglin AFB?

[@christianb8228]

@@Stoney_AKA_Jamesbug net keeps those things out

[@JohnyMac-tb6ms]

It's been awhile since this post was made however, if you come back to read comments, what hammock do you user? 73 & God Bless, JohnyMac

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I have a few hammocks that I use for different situations and conditions. For an example. When hiking. I will have the lightest hammock. For a gathered end hammock. ( which is my lightest ) I like to use the Dream Hammock Darien. A bridge hammock would be a single layer Warbonnet Ridgerunner. In the winter I will use the Superior Gear hammock with the built in under quilt. For kicking back at a park or the beach for a quick nap. I love the Dutchware Gear Wide Netless Hammock. Thank you JohnyMac for watching. Much appreciated.

[@JohnyMac-tb6ms]

Thank you for your response. I am trying a new ridgeline configuration that I haven't seen anybody else use. Basically, my ridge line runs outside tarp along the ridge through center/side tie off points vs. under the tarp. The reason being, last October I was hammocking in a gnarly storm that no matter what I did to the ridge line the rain from the down pours followed the internal ridge line and would drip drip drip over me. To date, I have not experienced rain like that, however, I am happy with the current set of the tarp. Thanks again for doing what you do. 73 & God Bless.

[@Oldsparkey]

I think the main reason folks dislike an hammock is nothing more then the lack of knowledge about them. Anyone starting to hammock camp needs to do some research. Start by getting a book and learn how to do it right. 1st let me say , I have been hammock camping from the late 1950's. A while back I picked up copy of the Ultimate Hang by Derek Hansen and reading it I learned a lot of things I had no idea about. Yes , you can teach old dogs new things. There are different styles of hammocks for different folks and like buying a pair of boots if you get the wrong ones you will not like them. I have gone from a WW2 Jungle Hammock in the 50's to a Clark Hammock and a lot between them. Especially the ENO traditional hammock , they were and still are some great ones. My go to for quite a while is the Warbonnet Blackbird double bottom. Mosquitoes can't bite threw the double layers.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I am always trying to teach this Old Dog new tricks. Thank you Oldsparkey for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@WayneRogersOutdoors]

The problem is that at the end of the day, the hammocks that are reccomended are hundreds of dollars. Telling somenone to buy a certain lenght or width just steers them toward hammocks that are between $100.00 and $200.00 US. Then you STILL have to figure out how to lay in it and make it work because you spent all that money. I'd just much rather lay flat, hands down. Hammocks are OK for naps, even a really high end hammock, but not for overnight for me.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You can get a nice hammock for under $100.00. But it will not have a bug net. One of my favorite hammock. Is the Dutchware Gear Wide Netless Hammock. I believe I paid are $50.00 for it. Don't give up on me Wayne. One of these days. I am going to get you in a hammock. Which you are never going to want to get out of it. Thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@Steven-f7v]

I like how you “transitioned “ to hammock. Maybe we hammock people should start a movement.

[@AirstripBum]

Yeah! We could have parades and block traffic. LOL

[@danktoastiekins9341]

Sky crew for life.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Danktoastiekins for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@jasongarling20]

I'm in search of a hammock I can sleep in. I've tried, just can't get comfortable enough. My legs cramp. But I'm still searching! I will find one! Or I won't! LOL!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

One that might work for you is a Bridge Hammock. Thank you Jason so much for watching. i really appreciate it.

[@jasongarling20]

@BackpackingWithaHammock are you referring to a, not a bunched hammock, but a spreader bar hammock? Is that a Bridge hammock? OR IS that a brand name? Sorry to be ignorant about this but I don't recognize the name. Please advise. And thank you for answering, and helping us to the best of your ability. I watch a bunch of hammock campers but nobody gives their personal opinion about gear. Just who supports them. Not necessarily the best product for the situation.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

@@jasongarling20 A bridge hammock has spreader bars. There are three companies that sell them. That I am aware of. Warboonet Outdoors, Dutchware Gear, and REI. I have the Ridgerunner from Warbonnet Outdoors and love it. That is that hammock I will use in the summertime and for sleeping in the house. I did an episode on July 11th called: "Hammocks/Gathered End and the Bridge Hammock". And also a review on that hammock 5 years ago. Please check them out.

[@jasongarling20]

@BackpackingWithaHammock I remember the gathered but didn't remember the name bridge hammock. I remember that video now. But I will definitely check out your review! Thanks! I appreciate your help!

[@ApexHerbivore]

Sleeping in the trees is perfectly normal. Don't know why people are making a hammockery of it.

[@GG-ml3vr]

Ouch😂

[@stephtraveler7378]

my wife suggested I one a little longer too....

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Can't help you there bother! Thank you Stephtraveler for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

Wait a minute!!!!Yer tellin me that people don't like hammocks?lol..... Sry,couldn't help meself.....Hammocks are the best,bout every time I hang someone approaches and asks questions.i carry extras and am glad ta sling one up with full explanation then let them fall in love...

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You got a good point. Maybe we hammockers should bring extra hammocks to convert those Ground Dwellers. From sleeping in dirt. To hanging in the clouds! Thank you Ahilbilyredneksopinion for watching. I always appreciate it.

[@majamidzor3801]

You can’t sleep on your stomach In a hammock, can you?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Some say you can. But I believe you can't unless it is a bridge hammock. What most stomach sleepers will do is sleep on there back or side. It will take longer to fall asleep. And what I am told is that they got a great night of sleep. With the fabric conformed around your body. With no pressure points. It really does work to rejuvenate the body form those aches and pain from hiking. Thank you Majamidzor for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@AA1PR]

anyone that ever tells me they hate hammocks I know right off the bat they never really used one or used one properly point on

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I find that it is the ones who never even tried them. I believe they think that they are tippy like those lawn hammocks. Or, they are just not opened mined people. Thank you AA1PR for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@RS-xq6je]

​@@AdventureswiththeMarinemy friend is willing to try it but he does think he will tip right out just looking at them or that they'll simply tare apart 😂

[@drivebyquipper]

The biggest mistake is not using a Hennessey Hammock.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Nothing wrong with a Hennessey. Thank you Drivebyquipper for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@bucky716]

Hammocks are just too complicated and too expensive. People should stick with tents and leave the trees for the rest of us. 😎

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Well said! Thank you Bucky for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi-]

Prefer not to make myself into a burrito for Bigfoot.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Bigfoot love Hammockers. He is not to kind to Tenters. ( Meadow Marshmallows ). He love snacking on them. Thank you Lotmaakchos for watching. Much appreciated!

[@drivebyquipper]

No worries. Big Foot is Vegan.