We stopped camping for a long time due to back issues. Then a buddy recommended hammocks. We camp as much as possible again! We love our hammocks. There is a learning curve though. I am now teaching my sister in law about camping and trying to convince someone why they need to lay on the diagonal and why they must have an underquilt even in the summer can be a difficult conversation.
When I am around tent campers. And tell them how different the hammock is. But also have them get in it to show the benefits that they make. When I see them the following year. They always will have a hammock. Keep spending the good news, Jill Marie.
Thanks, Marine. My first Hammock was a Hennessey 10 footer. I couldn't understand why it was so uncomfortable, until I bought an 11 footer. I sleep so much better. God bless!
Me too, I god at Arm deluxeværelse and could not get a good nights sleep in it, neither in my DD hammocks - I am 6 foot (183), large bone structure - so now I get it.
Utah Jeff ..... here .... been researching hammocks .... I like the idea you are above the bugs and snakes ..... no one really addresses that ..... I liked this video because it addresses the size and length issue ..... everyone else seems concerned about knots..... I am going to be buying one soon
If you are in an area where you can hang a hammock. Once to try sleeping it over night in the great outdoors. You are never going to want to sleep in a tent unless you have too. Thank you for watching Utah Jeff. I really appreciate it.
I concur with everything said. I sleep almost every night in a hammock. It needs to be long. In the UK, it's really difficult to get a decent length hammock. In a bed, I can only stay in a bed for 3 hours and when I get up, can hardly walk. In a hammock, I can stay in it all day and when I stand up, no aches and pains. It's amazing. These figures given are a great reference point, thanks..
Hey marine, thank you for al these measurements. Special thanks for taking the effort to give it also in meter/centimeter. The US may be a large part of the world but the rest of us use meter, kilogram, liter an celcius. And it reads so mutch faster not needing to bring al these things to the metric system.
Great video. I try to explain to people the difference between a cottage vendor hammock and an off the shelf eno or grand trunk. They just don't understand or don't want to learn the difference. Better to buy once and cry once than go all of the way through the learning curve the hard way. I too miss Runner, say hi to him from me as he a truly special man. God bless you both!
I had dinner with Runner a couple of hours ago. And told him you said hi. He was happy to hear that and says hi. Runner, Zac and my nephew Jonny and I. Will be in the BWCA all of next week. We will have to do a trip together soon.
very helpful, I'm looking at making myself another hammock, so these measurement guidelines are helpful. and you're right about it's better to go longer, since you can just tie the hammock shorter if you prefer
What an excellent hammock system. That shelf is the best storage space on any hammock. Thank you Stoney A.K.A. James for watching. I always appreciate it.
Best nights sleep ever after 2-3 nights. It took my body/brain time to adjust to the difference. I do not get sea sick either, so I was confused. Now It is the best.
1. Thank you for your service! 2. Thank you for making videos like these, I just upgraded my cheapo buy 1 get 1 free (ENO knockoff) hammock I bought a couple years ago and never got comfortable in, to a Warbonnet Eldorado. As a heavyweight guy, the heavyweight double hammock is a night and day difference to the first one I got. I can’t wait to get it out on the trail!
Hello from Ukraine! Thanks for your "Hammock how to" playlist I improved not only my skills in a hammocking, but my English also :) At some moment I realised that I understand everything you say :) So, after 3 years of an active use of a hammock, I can say that there is a one thing why I recommend to my friends not to buy a hammocks smaller then 320×200. I found that one of my favourite position in a hammock(not for night sleep, but for a rest in a day) is to lay across it. I'm 165 tall, and it's not possible to make it with the same comfort in a more narrow hammock(mine is "TTTM" Double 320×200). I also have a "Ticket To The Moon" King Size(320×230) and it's much more joyfully to lay across it for me but also this size is only one which gives this amazing feature to my taller friends. So few of them are also have a King Size, which, IMHO, can be perfect for everyone. Thanks for your videos and best regards!
Great information! My first hammock was an ENO Single Nest. After my first campout (with scouts), I gave it to my son and bought a double nest. It was comfortable for many years and I eventually upgraded to a Darien by Dream Hammock and I LOVE that hammock.
I always enjoy your videos Marine. I hope you are doing well. In the beginning of the month you ask me if I had any trips planned and I didn't respond. Well, it has been a rough month I had 2 MOHS surgeries, some oral surgery and at the end of April I took a bad fall on the AT. Nothing broken but I got a shiner that still isn't totally healed. Funny thing it was the first time I ever hiked with someone which turned out to be a blessing. I just hit a little toe stubber on a slight downhill and "BAM" I was face down. Well, that is the short version. My dermatologist has cleared me to get back on the trail the second week in June so I am going to go out for a two nighter. Take Care
Sorry to hear that Warren. I am glad that you are healing and will be back on the trail soon. When going down hills on the trail. I really take my time will those hiking sticks out in front. So far I haven't taken a spill. Came close when I was with my son in Nepal. Hiking in the Himalayas. It was raining and the rock stairs the people made there. Where so steep and slippery. If I would of fell. I would have been tumbling down for miles.
A couple of years ago you suggested that I should look into a well made longer wider hammock . It is so much better than the ENO bargain system. I feel you are a trustworthy source of information. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Ordered a 12ft Dutch the other day, will be fun to try. My current ones are about 9-10 feet and kinda snug. I’m also 6ft but not very wide. Problem I see with many hammocks is that they are made of several pieces of fabric with an uncomfortable seam.
You are so right The prepared Norseman. Those hammocks made with different pieces of fabric are made for looks. Which means more sales. Not for comfort. I believe you are going to love that new 12 footer. Please let me know what you think about it when you try it. Thank you for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine I get a pretty good sleep in the ones I have but I’d like to lay more flat so having high hopes for the 12 footer :) It seemed like good value considering what you get. Also got the 12 ft bug net to go with it. Probably will do a video camping with it when it arrives (probably not soon with how slow USPS is currently getting things out of the country)
SIZE DOES MATTER! Another thing... I'm glad "The Marine" did the video with the weights in the hammock and lifted them up to show the width. If that was me... I would be on the way to the hospital after one drops out and on to a foot!
I only have one and have only tried one, the XLC. And I must have been lucky because it fits me perfect. And I agree, I guess the small ones are often too small for an average person for a comfortable hang.
I will take different foods for different trips ( Backpacking, canoeing or kayaking ) But for backpacking. I have dialed it to exactly the right weight to carry that will give me the best energy for hiking. ( I believe protein is the key ). A lot of people that know me will use the same foods on their trips. So maybe I will do one. I really did not think anyone would be interested. Thank you The Canadian Back Country for the suggestion.
I like to share the video in some German-speaking bushcraft groups. In the last few days there have been repeated questions about which hammock is good. And far too often, Amazon recommends the € 13-30 hammock. They are just way too small. I feel like Don Quixote when I fight against these crude statements. Hardly anyone asks about the height or weight of the newcomers. Maybe they'll listen to you. 😁
Merci The Marine pour ces précisions. Personnellement, je mesure 1,75 m et j'utilise un hamac Ticket to the moon "original" de 3,2X 2,O m avec une ridge-line structurelle fixe de 2, 65m. Confort total! Salut de Paris. Thank you The Marine for this clarification. Personally, I am 5'7" and use an original Ticket to the Moon hammock measuring 3.2X 2.0m with a fixed structural ridge-line measuring 2.65m. Total comfort! Hi from Paris.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Je passe souvent la nuit dans un hamac depuis des années en France ,et surtout dans la forêt de Rambouillet à côté de chez moi. En ce moment, c'est impossible avec leurs interdictions stupides à cause de cette plandémie. J'aime bien ta façon de parler "hamac". @Adventures with the Marine I've been sleeping in a hammock for years in France, especially in the forest of Rambouillet near my home. At the moment, it's impossible with their stupid bans because of this plandemic. I like the way you talk about "hammocks".
excellent info, and thank you for going into the width issue. the hammock i bought last year was a good one and the right length but given that i'm pretty wide in the shoulders i could never get REALLY comfortable in it. now i know why: it's at the very minimum of the range for someone with a _narrow_ body, never mind wide. live and learn. should'a listened to The Marine. :)
That "small of stature can do small hammock" thing is incorrect, unfortunately, and I'm so thankful that you kind of bust that myth in this video! I'm 5'2 (159 cm) and petite. I thought that since I'm small, I would be more than fine in a DD SuperLight hammock, which is just shy of 9' (2.7 m). I tossed and turned in that thing so much, and could never get 100% comfortable. Then I got an 11' (3.5 m) long hammock with wall-mounts as a replacement for my bed, and it's like I've entered paradise. I'm a snug burrito, and so comfortable that I sometimes really struggle to get up in the morning. The DD hammock is painful in comparison. I really do hope that I'm an irregularity and that most petite people aren't having uncomfortable nights in small hammocks because they assume, and are told by sellers, that it's an appropriate size for them.
Question my system has ropes , Cant afford straps yet , could i use old bike inner tubes and run it through to protect the trees..... just a idea or make some tie a rounds from some old canvas made into straps ... any ideas would be great . Great vid.im 61 and learning thank you your a great teacher. Dont want to be a ground monkey any more .hammock is my new go to .all new to me.
You can get cheap straps at a hardware store. Tie a loop knots on each end. And now you have two portable tree straps. Depending on the diameter of the tree. I like to make them between 4 - 6ft. ( 121 - 182cm )
Very good video. Like my wide cut 11 footer from Dutchware. Good price too. That and some downy goodness you can't help but to wake up in a better mood. Say Hi to Runner. Take care. Al
The Dutchware Gear 11ft Wide Netless is one of my favorite hammock. You will always see it in most f my tutorials. Runner and I will be in the BWCA next week. I will tell him you said hi. He will like that.
I started using a hammock at age 70. I'm 72 now and I haven't used my tent since. So comfy in my 10 ft, 70 inch wide hammock. I'm 5'10" tall but cannot get a good lie in my 12 footer. Go figure.
Well it looks like I am going to work a little harder. By the end of summer. You will be in a hammock that fits you. Sleeping like a baby in the clouds. Instead of the hard ground.
Just bought a Hennessy Jungle Explorer Zip XL and now I'm wondering if it will be big enough for me. Guess I will find out in a few days when it arrives, at least I have the room and post in our basement to set it up and try it out before I get out in the bush and find out it's uncomfortable.
Humm… I think I’m one of those tweeners- in between 11’ & 12’. Dimensions: 225lbs, 6’4” medium build looking for a back packing hammock. Would love your expert advice. Thanks for all of your time and effort.
Great info, Marine! I’m exactly 5’6”...is it always better to go bigger (11’)? Or is there any advantage to a 10’? I’m thinking the extra weight would be negligible.
You are in the middle between the 11ft and the 10ft. If you want a little more comfort in the hammock for a good night sleep. Then having an ounce or two lighter in the pack. I would go with the 11ft. Plus you would not need more width for the 10ft. For a little more comfort. Which would add more weight. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching Chris. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks! That makes sense. I’ve got an ENO Doublenest right now that I’m trying to make work. I got it “free” from the AF with end-of-the-year $. It was great for snoozing in the back of a C-130, but not ideal for a good night’s sleep in the woods.
Yes, absolutely. I believe That the 3 best companies for hammocks are: Dream Hammock ( www.deamhammock.com ), Dutchware Gear ( www.dutchwaregear.com ) and Warbonnet Outdoors. ( www.warbonnetoutdoors. com ). They cost a little more then the ones made in China. But they are a great investment. I hope this helps.
I am a side sleeper and the same size, but only 15lbs. lighter ( except during the winter ). But I find myself sleeping mostly on my back. But moving my legs in different positions. And I sleep the best in a hammock. So give the hammock that fits you a try. You will be sleeping in the clouds instead of the hard ground.
Great information Marine!! 👍🏻 Have you heard of hammock anywhere vehicle hitch mounts ?? One I’ve seen is limited to 9 1/2 ft hammocks. 🤪 So they designed that for people who like to hammock anywhere & don’t mind wearing tight pants 👖 and shoulder squeeze ? 😂🤷🏼♂️
I have seen one that hooks up to the hitch. And the other end to a tree. But not to both ends. Interesting! I will have to check that out. Thank you StaticRome for the info.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine that 9.5 ft limit is likely the functional length, so it should accommodate an 11 ft hammock …it is made by McLean metalworks.
This year is gonna be my daughter's first camping trip. For this one she is gonna be in the hammock with me. I'm going to have a tent as well so she can pick what she likes. When do you think she would be ready to be in a hammock by herself. She is 7 now
I started my kids around that age... just depends on if she is ok sleeping alone. I'd be more worried about her thought than anything else. Don't traumatize her, let her do what ever she wants and maybe start her by herself at home.
First of all. You are a cool dad for taking your daughter. We need more dads like you. It might be a little cramped with both of you in the hammock. What I would do is hang two hammocks side by side. The best way is to do this is to have a set of Dutchware Gear Beetle Buckles suspension that has a hole in the hardware to attach a spedder bar. You would put the spredder bar tips in the beetle buckle at the head end. This way you can have your daughter next to you and both very comfortable. She is ready to sleep in a hammock at 7. But having her next to her will ease her into hammock camping. Which will stay with her for life. I plan on making a video on this next month. Thank you James for watching.
Hey Marine , I'm 4'10" and would love a cottage company made hammock but think a 10' is a bit of over kill for me. Can you recommend a size and possible company ? Or should I try to make it myself ?
What would you recommend if I have a 11 foot hammock, I try and lay diagonally, but I still feel like a banana shape and it is really hard to sleep on my side. Should I adjust the length of my ridge line? Or am I too heavy in the middle [220] and no hammock will support me right without going to a 90* or the Amok?
Most 11ft.( and also the 10footers ) hammocks are made with a width of 58 inches. If your hammock is that narrow. Then you would need a wider hammock. If you don't need a bug net. I would recommend the Dutchware Gear 11 ft. Wide Netless Hammock. With the noddy mod. That is the most comfortable hammock in my arsenal. I am also 220lbs 6 ft. That is the hammock that I am always sitting on in the tutorials. Plus, it is wide enough for side sleepers.
I believe a 11footer would be more comfortable. But that doesn't mean a 10 footer might work for you. But if I were you. I would get an 11 foot in length. Thank you for watching.
what about the weight of an person does that influence the hammock? like me im almost 2 meters long and above 100 kilo's and im really not confident to buy an Hammock
The 11ft. is perfect for you. But what is the width? If you have a 58 in. width on your hammock. Then you would want something a little wider for your height.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine found the onewind on amazon (sorry) 11 feet 68inch wide, look really nice with good review. I am in Canada, it's easier this way. Hennesy hammock seem to narrow but they look really nice.
@@Mr.Frenzyguy I am heading on a trip next week to the BWCA. Dream Hammock made me a hammock that is 11 feet and 68 inches wide. I tested it last Saturday in the backyard. It passed the snooze test. Fell asleep for about an hour and a half until the wife yelled at me to be more productive with the yard work. That is the perfect size for you.
Now can you explain the pros and cons of the ENO doublenest which is 9'X6'6"? This is much wider than anything you recommend. ENO markets this a two person hammock. Really?
I bought one when they first came out about 15 years ago. They where better then the single nest. But way too short and wide. It is like being in a soup bowl. There really is no such thing as a double or a two person hammock. ( unless it is a hybrid hammock ). I would have my wife in there with me. After about 5 min. One of us was bailing out. Plus the different color fabric sewn in takes away from the fabric conforming around your body. Leaving no pressure points. With those hems sewn in. Now you have pressure points. The only pro is maybe the price. If you are looking for a great gathered end hammock, at a good price. Check out the Dutchware gear 11 ft. Wide or regular netless hammock. I have the wide that you will see in most of my tutorials. I hope this helps Steven. Thank you for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine @Adventures with the Marine Thanks for the reply. I bought one a couple of years ago after seeing it used by some other youtubers that I respect. It turns out hammocks weren't their strong suit. It being too wide was the first problem I noticed. I'm definitely going to upgrade. This one can be used by my 10 Y.O. son. Your advice is much appreciated. Semper Fi
Unless you are small in stature or a child. You are so right. So far, no one has been mad at me for saying so. Thank you for watching Topher Dale. I really appreciate it.
Now this is the kind of videos I look for👍👍
Thank you Doctoor Dan. I appreciate that.
We stopped camping for a long time due to back issues. Then a buddy recommended hammocks. We camp as much as possible again! We love our hammocks. There is a learning curve though. I am now teaching my sister in law about camping and trying to convince someone why they need to lay on the diagonal and why they must have an underquilt even in the summer can be a difficult conversation.
When I am around tent campers. And tell them how different the hammock is. But also have them get in it to show the benefits that they make. When I see them the following year. They always will have a hammock. Keep spending the good news, Jill Marie.
Your enthusiasm for hammock camping is contagious, but the figure out what’s right is overwhelming. At the moment, overwhelming is winning out.
I will be working on how to simplify that. Thank you baron Davis for watching.
Adventures with the Marine Thank you for all of your reply’s.
Thanks, Marine. My first Hammock was a Hennessey 10 footer. I couldn't understand why it was so uncomfortable, until I bought an 11 footer. I sleep so much better. God bless!
I always like to learn the had way. I started with Eno Single Nest ( under 9 ft. ). Lean from your mistakes. I hope all is well Poppy321.
Me too, I god at Arm deluxeværelse and could not get a good nights sleep in it, neither in my DD hammocks - I am 6 foot (183), large bone structure - so now I get it.
Utah Jeff ..... here .... been researching hammocks .... I like the idea you are above the bugs and snakes ..... no one really addresses that ..... I liked this video because it addresses the size and length issue ..... everyone else seems concerned about knots..... I am going to be buying one soon
If you are in an area where you can hang a hammock. Once to try sleeping it over night in the great outdoors. You are never going to want to sleep in a tent unless you have too. Thank you for watching Utah Jeff. I really appreciate it.
I concur with everything said. I sleep almost every night in a hammock. It needs to be long. In the UK, it's really difficult to get a decent length hammock. In a bed, I can only stay in a bed for 3 hours and when I get up, can hardly walk. In a hammock, I can stay in it all day and when I stand up, no aches and pains. It's amazing.
These figures given are a great reference point, thanks..
Thank you for sharing that Bluean Whites. People with back pain need to hear what you have to say.
Hey marine, thank you for al these measurements. Special thanks for taking the effort to give it also in meter/centimeter. The US may be a large part of the world but the rest of us use meter, kilogram, liter an celcius. And it reads so mutch faster not needing to bring al these things to the metric system.
You are welcome Arie Buitendijk. Thank you for watching. I always appreciate it.
Great video. I try to explain to people the difference between a cottage vendor hammock and an off the shelf eno or grand trunk. They just don't understand or don't want to learn the difference. Better to buy once and cry once than go all of the way through the learning curve the hard way. I too miss Runner, say hi to him from me as he a truly special man. God bless you both!
I had dinner with Runner a couple of hours ago. And told him you said hi. He was happy to hear that and says hi. Runner, Zac and my nephew Jonny and I. Will be in the BWCA all of next week. We will have to do a trip together soon.
very helpful, I'm looking at making myself another hammock, so these measurement guidelines are helpful. and you're right about it's better to go longer, since you can just tie the hammock shorter if you prefer
Glad it was helpful! Thank you GingerNotANinja for watching. I really appreciate it.
I really enjoy hanging in my Warbonnet XLC hammock system!!
What an excellent hammock system. That shelf is the best storage space on any hammock. Thank you Stoney A.K.A. James for watching. I always appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine
Thanks!
Semper Fi Marine, from an old Army Ranger!
Best nights sleep ever after 2-3 nights. It took my body/brain time to adjust to the difference. I do not get sea sick either, so I was confused. Now It is the best.
I agree mbarr102. Best nights of sleeping. Thank you for watching.
Thanks Marine. !
Thank you for always watching Jerry. I really do appreciate it.
1. Thank you for your service!
2. Thank you for making videos like these, I just upgraded my cheapo buy 1 get 1 free (ENO knockoff) hammock I bought a couple years ago and never got comfortable in, to a Warbonnet Eldorado. As a heavyweight guy, the heavyweight double hammock is a night and day difference to the first one I got. I can’t wait to get it out on the trail!
Thanks for sharing that JATINVT. Warbonnet makes some great hammocks.
Hello from Ukraine! Thanks for your "Hammock how to" playlist I improved not only my skills in a hammocking, but my English also :) At some moment I realised that I understand everything you say :)
So, after 3 years of an active use of a hammock, I can say that there is a one thing why I recommend to my friends not to buy a hammocks smaller then 320×200. I found that one of my favourite position in a hammock(not for night sleep, but for a rest in a day) is to lay across it. I'm 165 tall, and it's not possible to make it with the same comfort in a more narrow hammock(mine is "TTTM" Double 320×200). I also have a "Ticket To The Moon" King Size(320×230) and it's much more joyfully to lay across it for me but also this size is only one which gives this amazing feature to my taller friends. So few of them are also have a King Size, which, IMHO, can be perfect for everyone.
Thanks for your videos and best regards!
Thank you Zdorenko for sharing that. I really appreciate it.
Great information! My first hammock was an ENO Single Nest. After my first campout (with scouts), I gave it to my son and bought a double nest. It was comfortable for many years and I eventually upgraded to a Darien by Dream Hammock and I LOVE that hammock.
The Darien is a great hammock. I just got back from the BWCA. Testing the Dream Hammock Sparrow. Thank you for watching John. I always appreciate it.
Working on putting up the hammock in the back yard area also . , picked two eye bolts for the fence , awesome vids you inspire me .
Good stuff! Please let me know how it worked out.
I always enjoy your videos Marine. I hope you are doing well. In the beginning of the month you ask me if I had any trips planned and I didn't respond. Well, it has been a rough month I had 2 MOHS surgeries, some oral surgery and at the end of April I took a bad fall on the AT. Nothing broken but I got a shiner that still isn't totally healed. Funny thing it was the first time I ever hiked with someone which turned out to be a blessing. I just hit a little toe stubber on a slight downhill and "BAM" I was face down. Well, that is the short version. My dermatologist has cleared me to get back on the trail the second week in June so I am going to go out for a two nighter. Take Care
Sorry to hear that Warren. I am glad that you are healing and will be back on the trail soon. When going down hills on the trail. I really take my time will those hiking sticks out in front. So far I haven't taken a spill. Came close when I was with my son in Nepal. Hiking in the Himalayas. It was raining and the rock stairs the people made there. Where so steep and slippery. If I would of fell. I would have been tumbling down for miles.
A couple of years ago you suggested that I should look into a well made longer wider hammock . It is so much better than the ENO bargain system. I feel you are a trustworthy source of information. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Thank you George. I really appreciate that.
Ordered a 12ft Dutch the other day, will be fun to try. My current ones are about 9-10 feet and kinda snug. I’m also 6ft but not very wide. Problem I see with many hammocks is that they are made of several pieces of fabric with an uncomfortable seam.
You are so right The prepared Norseman. Those hammocks made with different pieces of fabric are made for looks. Which means more sales. Not for comfort. I believe you are going to love that new 12 footer. Please let me know what you think about it when you try it. Thank you for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine I get a pretty good sleep in the ones I have but I’d like to lay more flat so having high hopes for the 12 footer :) It seemed like good value considering what you get. Also got the 12 ft bug net to go with it. Probably will do a video camping with it when it arrives (probably not soon with how slow USPS is currently getting things out of the country)
Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thank you for watching Vandrafjall Anders Eirksson. I always appreciate it.
SIZE DOES MATTER!
Another thing... I'm glad "The Marine" did the video with the weights in the hammock and lifted them up to show the width. If that was me... I would be on the way to the hospital after one drops out and on to a foot!
That would of made a great blooper for the end. Or maybe not. I was not wearing steel toe boots. It is always good to hear from TwentyoneTwelve.
Thnxs 4 sharing 🇺🇸
Thank you Concrete Cowboy for watching . I always appreciate it.
Sir, thank you.
This was comprehensive and so illustrative.
You are very welcome. thank you Nazaninnaderi for watching. I really appreciate it.
I only have one and have only tried one, the XLC. And I must have been lucky because it fits me perfect. And I agree, I guess the small ones are often too small for an average person for a comfortable hang.
That blackbird XLC is such a great hammock. I love the built in shelf. I like to see it in more of your videos.
Clear and useful.
Glad to hear that! Thank you for watching B. K. I really appreciate it.
Hey Marine, a video idea for you to do is food that you take on your trips! I'd love to know your favorite backpacking foods.
I will take different foods for different trips ( Backpacking, canoeing or kayaking ) But for backpacking. I have dialed it to exactly the right weight to carry that will give me the best energy for hiking. ( I believe protein is the key ). A lot of people that know me will use the same foods on their trips. So maybe I will do one. I really did not think anyone would be interested. Thank you The Canadian Back Country for the suggestion.
Great explanation on sizing! Thanks
Thank you James. I appreciate that.
I like to share the video in some German-speaking bushcraft groups. In the last few days there have been repeated questions about which hammock is good. And far too often, Amazon recommends the € 13-30 hammock. They are just way too small. I feel like Don Quixote when I fight against these crude statements. Hardly anyone asks about the height or weight of the newcomers. Maybe they'll listen to you. 😁
Merci The Marine pour ces précisions. Personnellement, je mesure 1,75 m et j'utilise un hamac Ticket to the moon "original" de 3,2X 2,O m avec une ridge-line structurelle fixe de 2, 65m. Confort total! Salut de Paris.
Thank you The Marine for this clarification. Personally, I am 5'7" and use an original Ticket to the Moon hammock measuring 3.2X 2.0m with a fixed structural ridge-line measuring 2.65m. Total comfort! Hi from Paris.
Have you had a chance to take it out hammock camping yet?
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Je passe souvent la nuit dans un hamac depuis des années en France ,et surtout dans la forêt de Rambouillet à côté de chez moi. En ce moment, c'est impossible avec leurs interdictions stupides à cause de cette plandémie. J'aime bien ta façon de parler "hamac".
@Adventures with the Marine I've been sleeping in a hammock for years in France, especially in the forest of Rambouillet near my home. At the moment, it's impossible with their stupid bans because of this plandemic. I like the way you talk about "hammocks".
excellent info, and thank you for going into the width issue. the hammock i bought last year was a good one and the right length but given that i'm pretty wide in the shoulders i could never get REALLY comfortable in it. now i know why: it's at the very minimum of the range for someone with a _narrow_ body, never mind wide. live and learn. should'a listened to The Marine. :)
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for sharing that Tee Eff. I really appreciate that.
That "small of stature can do small hammock" thing is incorrect, unfortunately, and I'm so thankful that you kind of bust that myth in this video! I'm 5'2 (159 cm) and petite. I thought that since I'm small, I would be more than fine in a DD SuperLight hammock, which is just shy of 9' (2.7 m). I tossed and turned in that thing so much, and could never get 100% comfortable. Then I got an 11' (3.5 m) long hammock with wall-mounts as a replacement for my bed, and it's like I've entered paradise. I'm a snug burrito, and so comfortable that I sometimes really struggle to get up in the morning. The DD hammock is painful in comparison. I really do hope that I'm an irregularity and that most petite people aren't having uncomfortable nights in small hammocks because they assume, and are told by sellers, that it's an appropriate size for them.
Thank you inle's inlet for sharing that. I love the "I'm a snug burrito".
Another great video Marine! This makes me want to get my set up now.
I had my hammock in the backyard last Saturday. I had the best nap in a long time. It is that time of the season.
Question my system has ropes , Cant afford straps yet , could i use old
bike inner tubes and run it through to protect the trees..... just a
idea or make some tie a rounds from some old canvas made into straps
... any ideas would be great . Great vid.im 61 and learning thank you your a great teacher. Dont want to be a ground monkey any more .hammock is my new go to .all new to me.
You can get cheap straps at a hardware store. Tie a loop knots on each end. And now you have two portable tree straps. Depending on the diameter of the tree. I like to make them between 4 - 6ft. ( 121 - 182cm )
Excellent information. Thank you.
That means a lot coming from the OldPackMule. Thank you.
Very good video. Like my wide cut 11 footer from Dutchware. Good price too. That and some downy goodness you can't help but to wake up in a better mood. Say Hi to Runner. Take care. Al
The Dutchware Gear 11ft Wide Netless is one of my favorite hammock. You will always see it in most f my tutorials. Runner and I will be in the BWCA next week. I will tell him you said hi. He will like that.
I started using a hammock at age 70. I'm 72 now and I haven't used my tent since. So comfy in my 10 ft, 70 inch wide hammock. I'm 5'10" tall but cannot get a good lie in my 12 footer. Go figure.
You are never too old to start new things. Maybe that is because we become wiser. Thank you Tim for sharing that. Very cool.
Thank you for another great video! You almost have me talked into a hammock with this one.
Well it looks like I am going to work a little harder. By the end of summer. You will be in a hammock that fits you. Sleeping like a baby in the clouds. Instead of the hard ground.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thanks brother. I look forward to it.
Just bought a Hennessy Jungle Explorer Zip XL and now I'm wondering if it will be big enough for me. Guess I will find out in a few days when it arrives, at least I have the room and post in our basement to set it up and try it out before I get out in the bush and find out it's uncomfortable.
Please keep me informed how it worked out for you and your thoughts. I never have slept in a Hennessy. Thank you Darren for watching.
Humm… I think I’m one of those tweeners- in between 11’ & 12’. Dimensions: 225lbs, 6’4” medium build looking for a back packing hammock. Would love your expert advice. Thanks for all of your time and effort.
I would still get a 11 ft. in the length and 70 inches in the width.
Great info, Marine! I’m exactly 5’6”...is it always better to go bigger (11’)? Or is there any advantage to a 10’? I’m thinking the extra weight would be negligible.
You are in the middle between the 11ft and the 10ft. If you want a little more comfort in the hammock for a good night sleep. Then having an ounce or two lighter in the pack. I would go with the 11ft. Plus you would not need more width for the 10ft. For a little more comfort. Which would add more weight. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching Chris. I really appreciate it.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks! That makes sense. I’ve got an ENO Doublenest right now that I’m trying to make work. I got it “free” from the AF with end-of-the-year $. It was great for snoozing in the back of a C-130, but not ideal for a good night’s sleep in the woods.
Now I want to sleep in a hammock 🙂😉👍
You and me both!
Hello, thank you very much for this video! I’m beginning with hammock camping and I was looking for a entry level (
Yes, absolutely. I believe That the 3 best companies for hammocks are: Dream Hammock ( www.deamhammock.com ), Dutchware Gear ( www.dutchwaregear.com ) and Warbonnet Outdoors. ( www.warbonnetoutdoors. com ). They cost a little more then the ones made in China. But they are a great investment. I hope this helps.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thank you very much, very appreciated
OK a question Marine, I'm a side sleeper. Will a hammock work or am I forever doomed to be ground pounder? 6' 240lbs
I am a side sleeper and the same size, but only 15lbs. lighter ( except during the winter ). But I find myself sleeping mostly on my back. But moving my legs in different positions. And I sleep the best in a hammock. So give the hammock that fits you a try. You will be sleeping in the clouds instead of the hard ground.
Instead of using a continuous loop on either end on the hammock, what I you used a large carabiner?
That is a great idea Larry. Thank you for sharing that.
Great information Marine!! 👍🏻
Have you heard of hammock anywhere vehicle hitch mounts ?? One I’ve seen is limited to 9 1/2 ft hammocks. 🤪
So they designed that for people who like to hammock anywhere & don’t mind wearing tight pants 👖 and shoulder squeeze ? 😂🤷🏼♂️
I have seen one that hooks up to the hitch. And the other end to a tree. But not to both ends. Interesting! I will have to check that out. Thank you StaticRome for the info.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine that 9.5 ft limit is likely the functional length, so it should accommodate an 11 ft hammock …it is made by McLean metalworks.
This year is gonna be my daughter's first camping trip. For this one she is gonna be in the hammock with me. I'm going to have a tent as well so she can pick what she likes. When do you think she would be ready to be in a hammock by herself. She is 7 now
I started my kids around that age... just depends on if she is ok sleeping alone. I'd be more worried about her thought than anything else. Don't traumatize her, let her do what ever she wants and maybe start her by herself at home.
@@twentyonetwelve2179 i have a hammock set up at home she's been in it but not overnight. That's why I'm bringing my truck tent aswell.
@@jamespeacock356 YOU ARE BEING AN AWESOME DAD!
First of all. You are a cool dad for taking your daughter. We need more dads like you. It might be a little cramped with both of you in the hammock. What I would do is hang two hammocks side by side. The best way is to do this is to have a set of Dutchware Gear Beetle Buckles suspension that has a hole in the hardware to attach a spedder bar. You would put the spredder bar tips in the beetle buckle at the head end. This way you can have your daughter next to you and both very comfortable. She is ready to sleep in a hammock at 7. But having her next to her will ease her into hammock camping. Which will stay with her for life.
I plan on making a video on this next month. Thank you James for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine thanks for the reply and the insite
Hey Marine , I'm 4'10" and would love a cottage company made hammock but think a 10' is a bit of over kill for me. Can you recommend a size and possible company ? Or should I try to make it myself ?
I believe a 10', with a width of 58 inches would work great for you. Would you want to use it for camping?
Yes but also just to hang in. Any suggestions ?
What would you recommend if I have a 11 foot hammock, I try and lay diagonally, but I still feel like a banana shape and it is really hard to sleep on my side. Should I adjust the length of my ridge line? Or am I too heavy in the middle [220] and no hammock will support me right without going to a 90* or the Amok?
Most 11ft.( and also the 10footers ) hammocks are made with a width of 58 inches. If your hammock is that narrow. Then you would need a wider hammock. If you don't need a bug net. I would recommend the Dutchware Gear 11 ft. Wide Netless Hammock. With the noddy mod. That is the most comfortable hammock in my arsenal. I am also 220lbs 6 ft. That is the hammock that I am always sitting on in the tutorials. Plus, it is wide enough for side sleepers.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine Ok thanks :)
I sleep on my side and am 6 foot 1 is a 10 foot hammock ok? Love your channel, subscrlong time ago
I believe a 11footer would be more comfortable. But that doesn't mean a 10 footer might work for you. But if I were you. I would get an 11 foot in length. Thank you for watching.
what about the weight of an person does that influence the hammock? like me im almost 2 meters long and above 100 kilo's and im really not confident to buy an Hammock
Funny you ask. I am filming a video that answer that question. It should be out in 10 days. Thank you for watching Carl73. I always appreciate it.
I am 5'11", 11feet seems fine, but any problem with going with a 12 feet hammock?
The 11ft. is perfect for you. But what is the width? If you have a 58 in. width on your hammock. Then you would want something a little wider for your height.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine found the onewind on amazon (sorry) 11 feet 68inch wide, look really nice with good review. I am in Canada, it's easier this way. Hennesy hammock seem to narrow but they look really nice.
@@Mr.Frenzyguy I am heading on a trip next week to the BWCA. Dream Hammock made me a hammock that is 11 feet and 68 inches wide. I tested it last Saturday in the backyard. It passed the snooze test. Fell asleep for about an hour and a half until the wife yelled at me to be more productive with the yard work. That is the perfect size for you.
turns out my hammock is too short, oh well time to look for an 11ft
Get a hammock that fits you Selwyn Bore. You will never want to get out of it.
Nice vidio,but please,please turn down the volume of the music it over powers your voice.
Sorry Fred. Thank you for letting me know.
Now can you explain the pros and cons of the ENO doublenest which is 9'X6'6"? This is much wider than anything you recommend. ENO markets this a two person hammock. Really?
I bought one when they first came out about 15 years ago. They where better then the single nest. But way too short and wide. It is like being in a soup bowl. There really is no such thing as a double or a two person hammock. ( unless it is a hybrid hammock ). I would have my wife in there with me. After about 5 min. One of us was bailing out. Plus the different color fabric sewn in takes away from the fabric conforming around your body. Leaving no pressure points. With those hems sewn in. Now you have pressure points. The only pro is maybe the price. If you are looking for a great gathered end hammock, at a good price. Check out the Dutchware gear 11 ft. Wide or regular netless hammock. I have the wide that you will see in most of my tutorials. I hope this helps Steven. Thank you for watching.
@@AdventureswiththeMarine @Adventures with the Marine Thanks for the reply. I bought one a couple of years ago after seeing it used by some other youtubers that I respect. It turns out hammocks weren't their strong suit. It being too wide was the first problem I noticed. I'm definitely going to upgrade. This one can be used by my 10 Y.O. son. Your advice is much appreciated. Semper Fi
You should call yourself by your first name... I love your video but introducing yourself as the marine is little overdoing it.
A single nest is just for lounging. 9 foot hammocks are not where it's at
Unless you are small in stature or a child. You are so right. So far, no one has been mad at me for saying so. Thank you for watching Topher Dale. I really appreciate it.