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lori,
Almost all of the reviewers I could find on this item agree that it takes some time to learn to "adjust" it. Meaning that it is easy for it to be out of adjustment. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Since I tried it for 3 minutes and Bigfoot set it up and it was the first time he ever set it up while BPing, and considering that his son lowered it to the ground and slept on the ground on a pad, probably means we didn't have it "properly adjusted".

I have a large credit at REI and I can pick up any of the three models of Hennesy Hammock. I'm not that hung up over a pound, so any of the three is ok weight wise. I understand the heavier one has a larger fly. Anybody have an opinion? The 2 pound one ($189 at REI) comes with the highest reviewer rating. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I did like the bottom entry and the way it naturally seals up, but I wonder about getting my pad or my Down Airmattress into it? I think if I can get my down airmattress into it I may even consider a quilt since I generally use my SB as a quilt anyway in warm weather and with a DAM under you, you don't need a SB. I may take my old TNF blue kazoo and cut a third of it off and sew up the wound. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I think my concern is venting the heat while being held in a cocoon. I might need two thinner blankets - maybe some wool blankets huh? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Jim <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />


The pad most often mentioned in use with a hammock seem to be the cheap CCF foam as from WalMart, or evazote, and Gossamer Gear actually carries a pad 41" wide to work with a hammock. I carry one or the other even if I don't think I'll use it in the hammock because if I go to ground I'll need it. Some use an air mattress; I think you have to partially deflate it for it to work. Since you're not using it for ground padding but for warmth you'll probably find it quite comfy even half inflated.

I'd get just a hammock and get a Mac Cat or other aftermarket tarp. Some like the Hennessy Hex tarp, which you can select instead of the stock tarp when you order (if you order a Hennessy, there are many other kinds of hammock to choose from <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> ).

The trick in a Hennessy is to get the strap on the foot end higher than the webbing/strap on the head end of the hammock. Then you center the hammock between the trees. Poke feet out to the right and head to the left, and there you are, flat on your back.

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Edited by lori (06/19/08 08:00 PM)
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