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WTD: Hammock for scouts

Posted: Tue May 01, 2018 9:42 pm
by somersetpaul
Evening

Anyone have any suggestions for a reasonably cheap hammock for a couple of scouts trips? Don't want to spend too much as not sure how much it will get used.

Thanks in advance

Re: WTD: Hammock for scouts

Posted: Tue May 01, 2018 10:06 pm
by TheBrownDog
DD Hammocks Scout Hammock? It comes with some webbing to hang it which is a bit heavy, and it's really just for youths, but good value, methinx.

https://www.ddhammocks.com/product/scou ... rom_cat=32

Re: WTD: Hammock for scouts

Posted: Wed May 02, 2018 7:53 am
by Bearbonesnorm
Tenth Wonder hammocks are about the cheapest I've seen - quality is good too.

Re: WTD: Hammock for scouts

Posted: Wed May 02, 2018 12:19 pm
by Cheeky Monkey
Bearbonesnorm wrote:Tenth Wonder hammocks are about the cheapest I've seen - quality is good too.
I agree. Personally, unless you're hobit-esque, I'd get their "XL", a bigger hammock can help to get a flatter lay by angling yourself across it.

At the risk of sounding like a broken record, this bloke, his book and the website (particularly the "Hammock Camping 101" sections) are essential reading:

https://theultimatehang.com/

And if you fancy some Youtube--orials then search "hammocks and Shug". Style not to everyone's taste but advice is spot on.