pine_knot wrote on Feb 4^th, 2021 at 6:22pm:

db wrote on Feb 4th, 2021 at 5:21pm: HighnDry wrote on Feb 4th, 2021 at 2:30pm: Although I'm always curious about hanging instead of lying down in a tent. It's a weight consideration.... The whole hammock instead of tent idea never made sense to me for canoe camping. That said, I have two questions. #1 - Hammock, tarp, under quilt, ropes and whatever. What's it all weigh and how much pack space does that all that take up. #2 - How long does it take to rig compared to a tent. I mean, you can get tiny little one person tents, right? You wanna save weight and time just get a bivy sack. Oh, and Buzzzt!  :D Quote: I had the same thoughts/questions.... Also, a couple of folks have told me they sleep better in a hammock, less aches and pains than from laying on a tent pad....   I like napping in a hammock BUT your personal sleeping style will have a big say in whether a hammock is for you. I roll side to side, rarely sleep on my back. Put me in a hammock overnight and someone would have to untwist me in the morning!  ;) ;D ;D You can always cut weight, figure the best/fastest way to hang a hammock. Before I spent the money for a good hammock and accessories, I'd see if I could borrow someone's set-up and spend a few nights in the backyard to see if it's for you?