I'm becoming more of a hanger lately and I just upgraded my old pre-asym Hennessey to a double layer Warbonnet Blackbird. The footbox and the gear shelf are what sold me. Can't wait to try it out!!!

The main problem I have with hammocking over ground sleeping is keeping my backside warm. It's easily possibe.....if you are willing to pay the weight penalty. When weight is my main concern the hammock stays at home. But when you experience the comfort and convenience you'll be hooked!!!

You can get into hammocking with a simple, inexpensive gathered end model or you can even make one quite cheaply. Once you're sure the concept works for you there are lots of design choices out there.