How to Find the Best Camping Hammock
There are three types of camping hammock you can choose, but this depends on how you want to use it. Let’s check them out:
Parachute nylon hammocks
This types of camping hammock is resistant and long lasting. It has a small stretch that makes it more comfortable. This camping hammock is ideal for sleeping a couple of nights simultaneously. The parachute hammock is available in single and double variants.
The ultralight hammock
This one is very light and compact at the same time. It is designed to be used for lightweight and fast hiking trips. Note that, when you cut weight, comfort declines as well.
The expedition hammock
This one is made of very high quality materials to give you the best protection when you are on backpacking expedition. The hammock features various accessories such as a rainfly, extra guy lines and a mosquito net.
Material
There are many hammocks on the market, and most of them are made of either nylon or cotton. For the cotton hammocks, they are pretty much attractive, thanks to their weave. But, it is bulky, heavy and attract a lot of water. This makes them dry slow during wet weather. On the other hand, the nylon hammock is the way to go when it comes to camping trips. It is lighter, repels water and less bulky, offering the best performance in harsh weather conditions.
Size
The width and length of the hammock are all about personal preferences. If you want to sleep alone, choose a hammock that is bigger enough for one person, and not something that that’ll make you feel claustrophobic.
Maximum weight capacity
You should take into account the weight capacity of the camping hammock as well as your weight. There are bigger variants ideal for heavy and tall campers, as well as double variants for people who want to .share with partners or friends
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