Hammock tent: its features and selection criteria

In the modern world it is difficult to find a person who would not know what a hammock is. However, the development does not stand still, and the hammock from the usual summer attribute for summer holidays was transformed into a full-fledged tourist room for a temporary overnight stay. Such an invention was called a hammock tent.

This tent is a piece of dense material with rope fasteners. These connections allow you to secure the tent between the trees. Many manufacturers provide mosquito nets for flies and mosquitoes, as well as fabric for shelter during rain.

This invention is used for traveling light. There are many models of various sizes on the market. But it is worth noting that such an acquisition will not provide you with a perfectly comfortable overnight stay. It has both positive and negative sides, which will be discussed a little below.

There are variations with the presence of crossbars, however, they are not in great demand, since the sticks add massive construction. The material from which such a hammock is made should not pass water. Many manufacturers use flax, cotton or artificial fabric, as it is much stronger and lighter than natural fiber. If we compare the designs, some tents can be made in a minimalist style, while others are equipped with various pockets, compactors and other components.

A hammock will be a good acquisition for people who prefer hiking trips to the mountains or to the forest. This option will be useful if you are relaxing with your family, travel by car or stay in one place for a long time.

Some travelers try to adapt to certain conditions. Almost all modern hammocks have an awning in the kit. A tourist can pull it in the shape of a tent, and place a hammock under it. The result is a very comfortable design: the suspended “bed” does not absorb the moisture of the earth, and the “roof” will not let rain through. Inside the hammock, you can climb in a warmed sleeping bag, so you will not be afraid of even frost.

Before you get acquainted with the points below, note that everyone chooses what he likes. For some people, the disadvantages mentioned in this article are not at all flawed.

Of the benefits are the following points.

• Small size. This is a major plus for people traveling light.
• You do not have to choose a flat surface for a comfortable location. Hammock tent can be hung between two trees.
• Easy to assemble.
• It is much more comfortable to sleep in a hanging tent than on hard ground.
• Ants and other insects will definitely not get inside.
• If the stop was unplanned, you will not spend a lot of time organizing the night. It is not necessary to clean the territory from branches and stones.

Disadvantages:

• such a tent can not accommodate more than two people;
• in bad weather, lying inside a hammock is not very comfortable;
• it is rather cold in winter - ground models are much warmer.

On the modern market you can meet a huge number of hanging tents. They differ not only in quality but also in technical characteristics.The standard model is the design, equipped with ropes on both sides. Only fastener hinges are available. This is a basic budget option.

Below will be considered the most common models with a large number of positive reviews, and proven in the market.

Representatives of this category are divided into winter, summer, complex and simple. Many models have pockets, insulation, mosquito nets and other improvements. The approximate cost in Russia ranges in the region from 15 to 30 thousand rubles. Some hammocks are impressive in size and can resemble a full-fledged tent suspended in the air. The advantage is that the mosquito net is mounted with additional ropes, to which you can attach and protection from rain.

• Grand Trunk Skeeter Beeter Pro. This model is designed for summer trips, has impressive dimensions. Mosquito net available. In such a hammock it is comfortable to sit both lying and sitting. From the negative sides: in the complete set there is no protection against a rain.

• Rebel Gears. One of the best solutions on the market. In the basic configuration there is a mosquito net with zippers, protective cloth, ties and slings, a cover, a pair of large extra pockets, a compressor bag.

• Eagles Nest Outfitters Blaze. This hammock will be the best salvation from the winter cold, the model is treated with a special compound, the fabric of increased strength does not let water through.

• Eagles Nest Outfitters DoubleNest. Marching double version, featuring a very solid construction. Inside such a tent, two people can easily fit without leaning on each other.

• Lawson Blue Ridge. This is not just a hammock-tent, this is a mini-house. Included is a mosquito net with metal arcuate clamps. There is a fixture for a blanket. The bottom here is different from all the above models, it does not sag under the weight of a person. The manufacturer provides protection from rain. Cost - from 13 thousand rubles for the basic package.

These models have the appearance of a bean pod. Made of high-strength moisture-resistant fabric, there are several pockets of different sizes. Included is always mosquito net, insulation. The hammock can be used not only in summer, but also in winter.

• Jamber. Double tent made of durable polyester. The carbine is able to withstand weight up to 340 kg. Bottom diameter - 180 cm. Available in white, green, brown, orange and blue.

• Yoto Turquoise. The tent is made of cotton fabric. Bottom diameter - 110 cm. The product can withstand a weight of up to 250 kg. Height - 1.1 m.

• Hammock Cocoon "Ultraviolet" would be a great purchase for a comfortable stay. It is able to withstand up to 300 kg, the awning is made of canvas, the seams are reinforced with a cotton sling.

These hammocks are designed for comfortable accommodation of two people. From the negative sides it can be noted that there is a big risk of overturning. The reason may be a change in position inside the hammock or strong wind. If you do not want to buy a hammock, you can make it yourself from any durable fabric. Instead, you can also use a regular awning. You will only need to install ropes for hanging between the trees. Now consider the popular models of hammocks with a crossbar.

• Crua Hybrid. The manufacturer is the American firm Crua Outdoors. The tent is designed for one person up to 183 cm tall and can withstand a weight of up to 129 kg. Inside the air mattress is provided.

• Flying tent. Manufactured in Australia, the company has been successfully engaged in production since 2016. When assembled, the dimensions of the product are 40x34x4 cm.

• Flytop. In complete set the product weighs only 4.2 kg.The model is designed for 2 people, made of nylon on top of oxford - bottom. Aluminum frame. The tent is made in China.

Installing a hammock, in contrast to the ground tent, does not pose any difficulty, even for beginners. You need less than 10 minutes to do this. First of all, you need to find strong trees, located near each other. On both trunks attached rope. This process will be discussed in detail below.

1. Remove the hammock from the boot. It is recommended to fasten with lines, and not with ropes that come with the kit. Slings have their positive sides: nodules are located between the cords. When you secure the tent, these nodules will catch on the bark of the tree, so that the cords will not eventually come under the weight of the human body.
2. A protective mattress unfolds on an open hanging tent, and a sleeping bag is placed on top of it.

Further actions depend on the product model. Some options include not only pockets, but also ties on the underside of the hammock. Here you can put a backpack, and it will be protected from moisture. However, for such an addition will have to pay a lot.

Many manufacturers offer rain protection in the base package. If desired, it can be purchased separately. But instead of such protection perfect tent. To do this, stretch a rope over a hammock, transfer the tent over it so that the rope is located in the center. Screed tarp attached on the ground or to the base of the tree.

How to fix the Rebel Gears hammock tent, see the following video.

When choosing experts recommend that you follow the following rules:

• try to acquire models without a clamp, since the probability of tipping will be high;
• if the manufacturer provides parts for the installation of a sleeping bag and a mattress, this will be a great advantage;
• the ropes should be long enough;
• Pay attention to the presence of pockets, because many models do not have them;
• having a mosquito net or protection from rain will be a great advantage.