In a message dated 2/18/2004 11:14:12 PM Central Standard Time, ratten_at_uow.edu.au writes: > Has anyone tried a Hennessy hammock and could you comment on their > usefulness over a one-man tent? > I've got a Hennessey and really like it. I think it sleeps cool without a pad underneath for insulation when it gets lower than 40 degrees (F). I'm a warm sleeper and use a conservatively rated 20 degree (F) down bag. For tropical areas it is ideal. One of my favorite memories is slinging the tent between 2 coconut trees in Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica. Hauling 3 galllons of water in my backpack wasn't easy so the 2 pound weight of the Hennessey was a breeze. It is an outstanding pack size, too. I have seen and used other hammocks that use old school coated nylon which is way, way heavier than the sil nylon and rip stop combo Hennessey uses. You can use it as a bivy but not as easy as a Lawson hammock. The Lawson is 4.5 pounds, too. I find it very easy to set up and agree with Jim that there is a range you need for tree spacing. Too far apart and every breath feels like a fast elevator. The other really cool thing is adjusting the fly for views or rain. Would I take one to a temperate area for a long trip? No. The idea of weathering out a storm for 2 days in that thing is not my cup of beer. Changing clothes is an issue, too. To me it's great for weekends or overnights in cooler weather. I still like it better than a bivy bag, or the near bivy bag experience of a 1 person tent. As long as you have trees it is an easy set up, if you pitch it in sand you need to use some creative planning. Tropical, yes. As a matter of fact having done some jungle trips in a tent and a hammock, I'll take the hammock all day long. They even make a 2 person hammock, if you want one. No connections whatsoever, Rob G *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Thu Feb 19 2004 - 09:24:50 PST
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