Hammockers do not feel they are better people, than those who do not, they just think that hammocks are better sleep systems... for them. The same is true for those of who choose lightweight backpacking; we do not feel we are better people than those who do not go light, just that our system is better... for us. It doesn't matter what gear choices we make, we choose them because we feel they are better, that does not make us think we are better people.

Back to the OP, the best hammock system is the one that works for you within your own set of criteria. My setup is as follows: Claytor hammock, OES Deluxe tarp (Spinn), sunshade reflector pad, JRB Hudson River Quilt. I can also hang my poncho under the hammock as a windblock and extra insulation.