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Tree Hugger Hammocks Guide

Helpful buying advice and portable product tips

Described by their makers as "The most comfortable, lightweight, backpacking hammocks on the planet", Tree Hugger hammocks are breathable, lightweight products.
Tree Hugger hammocks are designed to suit buyers who need a light, thin and packable hammock that they can sling up at whim - between trees, rocks, off the back of an RV, or wherever fits.
The company currently offers just two hammock models (below) - one for single swingers and a larger double hammock. Both are available in one of six attractive two-tone color combinations.
What sets the Tree Hugger company apart from close competitors (such as Eagles Nest Outfitters) is its dedication to all things environmental. Its ethos is all about having minimal impact on the environment (thus the popularity of its tree straps, which users of other hammock brands often buy), and doing community work.
Note: Tree Hugger beds are flexible and adaptable portable hammocks. However they do not come with the kind of accessories and insulation systems that hardcore campers require when sleeping outdoors throughout the year (such as those offered by Clark and Hennessy).
It's best to therefore consider Tree Huggers more suitable more for activites like dayhikes, a day at the beach, garden lazing and RV extras.

Key Features

Each TreeHugger hammock offers the same user-friendly features. Learn more about them below:
Breathable and durable
Tree Hugger hammocks are made from nylon microfiber, a breathable and mildew/mold-proof fabric. The firm has treated this material to be UV- resistant, while also using color-fast dies to color it. This means a Tree Hugger's colors should fade little through exposure to the sun. You can even machine wash them!

Tip

Remember that Tree Hugger beds do not include tree slaps as standard.

Easy set-up
TreeHugger hammocks are truly simple to set-up, in part because they don't even use ropes/lines; instead the end of each hammock features a sewn-in carabiner holder. Just wrap one tree strap (sold separately) around a tree, thread through its end loop and pull ut tight. Then clip your hammock's end carabiner to one of the loops sewn into the strap (these clipping loops 4 inches apart so you have plenty of choice). Repeat with your second tree strap to create a bed between trees!
This quick TreeHugger-produced video demonstrates the process:
Modular approach
Unlike full camping systems, when you buy a Tree Hugger you get just the bed itself, two carabiners and an attached stuff sack. Extra accessories such as rain tarp (covers) and tree straps, are sold separately. This is useful because if you already own such components (or don't want them), it means you aren't paying money for kit you don't need.
Eco-friendly
It's not really a feature as such, but eco buyers should like that a proportion of Tree Hugger's profits are donated to environmental organizations and its products are strictly only made by companies with what it calls "reputable" human rights practices.

Brief Reviews of Tree Hugger Hammocks

Tree Hugger's range is as minimal as it gets; just choose between a single or double hammock, then add any accessories you require.

Single Hammock

The company's single hammock is self-explanatory - it is a portable hammock designed for one person to snooze in.
This person can weigh up to 400 pounds (180kg), with the bed itself measuring 4'8" (142cm) wide by 10' (305cm) long. Like the double model (below), this hammock is supplied with two US-made aluminium alloy carabiners (palm-sized metal connecting loops with sprung gates) and an attached stuff sack (in which to store your torch, book etc. when the hammock is hung).
This model weighs just 15 ounces (425g) and includes a standard one-year warranty.
Suitable for:
Individuals looking to relax comfortably during the daytime.
Expect to pay: US $48.50

Double Hammock

The company's double bed is the same length as its single hammock (10' or 305cm) but significantly wider, measuring 6'8" (203cm) from side to side. It can hold the same weight of 400 pounds (180kg), so if you and your snoozing partner are a little heavy you should think carefully before buying this model.
Like the single hammock above, the double Tree Hugger includes two carabiners and an attached stuff sack. It is backed by a one-year warranty and all-in weighs 19oz (538g). Accessories such as tree straps and rain flys are sold separately (see below).
Suitable for:
Couples looking to relax together during the day (in the yard, at the beach, outdoors etc.), or individual snoozers with broad shoulders who want more room.
Expect to pay: US $58.50

Key Accessories

These Tree Hugger bits and pieces are sold separately to the hammock beds. Unless you have tree straps from a previous hammock system you will need these at least.

TreeHugger Hammock Straps

TreeHugger Straps are the components that actually help you hang your bed from trees, rocks, poles or other sturdy nearby objects.
Made from strong 1-inch-wide webbing with a UV coating, these are designed to be wrapped around trees or other objects 10 - 20 feet (3-6m) apart. These 100% tree-friendly straps measure 7' 8" (233cm) long and can support up to 400 pounds or 180kg.
Expect to pay: US $17.50
Where to buy it: find TreeHugger straps on Amazon here

Tree Hugger Rain Fly

If you want to be protected from the rain when chilling in your rocking bed (after all, who can predict the weather?), a rain fly is what you need.
Weighing just 14oz (400g), this is the company's own model. It is made from durable waterproof rip-stop nylon and includes its own stuff sack for easy carrying.
This Tree Hugger movie shows how you hang it up:
Expect to pay: US $68.50

Treehugger Carabiners

Should you lose the carabiners supplied with your Tree Hugger bed, these are available to buy separately. Note: these carabiners are not designed for climbing use, so don't risk it.
Expect to pay: US $3.50

Kelsyus Portable Hammock Guide

Is a Kelsyus worthy of your cash? Find out here

The Kelsyus portable hammock is an all-in-one 'hammock with stand' set that its creators have designed primarily for use at the beach, by the pool and on camping trips (as an occasional leisure hammock, not necessarily your main sleeping bed).
Packable in their own shoulder bags, which are supplied as standard, Kelsyus hammocks offer hands-free portability and do not require any tools to set-up or take down.
The installation process is simple: you stretch out a Kelsyus hammock's sprung metal frame, click this into shape, and then clip each end of the hammock bed to the frame (see video below).
Produced in Virginia Beach, USA, the company's hammocks include its most well-known model, named the 'Kelsyus Portable Hammock', more breathable mesh versions, a larger double hammock for slumbering with a friend or family member, and even a water hammock.
But are Kelysus portable hammocks sturdy and long-lasting? Do customers rave about their build quality? Check the guide below to learn more.

Key Features

Each Kelsyus portable hammock utilizes a largely similar design methodology (except the inflatable water model) and so offers roughly the same features and benefits. These include:
Simple set-up
Kelsyus' freestanding hammock frames have a quite ingenious design in terms of their set up and disassembly. You just open up the frame, spread it, lock the brackets at each end, then connect the main bed section, all of which takes just 2 minutes (see video futher down page).
Packable
Each Kelsyus product comes with its own special carry bag, into which the frame and bed fit easily when not in use.
Flexibility
While Kelsyus hammocks are too heavy for truly 'portable' use (e.g. hiking or camping), they are very useable and still relatively portable products (i.e. you can easily carry a Kelsyus from your car to the beach).
Because you don't need trees to hang them from, as with traditional hammocks, Kelsyus models are good for a massive range of events and locations: at the beach, picnics, the backyard, all day races, tournaments, festivals, by the pool, even inside the house!

Brief Reviews of Kelsyus Hammocks

Not sure which Kelsyus portable hammock is right for you? Check out the product reviews below to better understand their features, differences, and what users say about each.

Kelsyus Portable Hammock

Billed largely by its makers as a portable beach hammock, this key Kelysus model is the company's lightest folding hammock, weighing just 25lbs (11kg).
Its stand is made from steel, with nylon webbing stabilizer straps to connect the PVC-backed canvas bed material, which Kelysus claims can support up to 250 pounds (113kg). In terms of the space you will need for this bed, it measures 34 x 100.3 x 27 inches (86 x 254 x 68 cm) when set-up.
This short video shows how a Kelysus hammock is assembled/disassembled:
Customer feedback:
This hammock's online user reviews are, in general, very positive (the average score on Amazon at the time of writing is 4 out of 5). Owners say it is lightweight, portable, comfortable, and easy to set-up.

Tip

Watch your fingers when closing a Kelsyus hammock's frame!

However, it is worth mentioning that several customers who weigh over 180lbs (82kg) report that their butts hit or drag on the ground when laying in this product. This is due to the bed's material stretching. Others even say they feel uncomfortable because they can feel the actual poles. Suitable for:
Anyone weighing under 180lbs/82kg who wants a relatively portable hammock for taking to the beach, pool, on vacation, ball games etc.
Expect to pay: US $100-110.
Where to buy it: find the Kelsyus portable hammock here

Kelsyus Portable Hammock XL

This model is effectively the normal Kelsyus Portable Hammock above, only larger in size and with additional accessories supplied.
The frame of this XL is 15% bigger than the regular product, with Kelsyus claiming therefore the same canvas and steel frame construction can, with these dimensions, support a single adult who weighs up to 300 pounds (136kg) - compared to the regular model's 180lbs (82kg).
The usual compact carry bag with shoulder straps is provided, but with this hammock you also receive these extras:

• Inflatable pillow for greater comfort
• Built-in cup holder
• Built-in magazine holder

Due to its greater size, this hammock weighs more than its regular sized cousin: 33.6 pounds (15kg) rather than 25lb/11kg.
Customer feedback:
User comments about this XL model are notably less positive than for Kelsyus's smaller portable hammock. While many customers say the XL is comfortable, rave about the company's customer support and like its sewn-in instructions, many others cite durability and weight issues. These include:
Strength: several reviewers say their hammock broke only the second or third time it was used due to the supporting bars snapping.
Support: other buyers, particularly those who weigh close to this hammock's allotted 300lb maximum, say the steel bars of the frame bent so much that they themselves were pretty much laid on the ground or the material stretched, with the same effect.
Expect to pay: US $110-120
Where to buy it: find the Kelsyus XL hammock here

Kelsyus Portable Mesh Hammock

This mesh model is almost identical in design to the first regular-weight portable hammock above, only the usual bed material is made from a more breathable mesh and there is an extra accessory thrown in.
Like its non-mesh version, this bed weighs around 25lbs (11kg) and is designed to hold one adult weighing up to 250 pounds (113kg). Its mesh keeps any breeze flowing nicely around you, keeping you cooler on those warmer lazy days, plus here Kelsyus also includes the same inflatable pillow you get with the XL model.
Customer feedback:
While users like the easy set-up and design theory of this hammock, as with the original Kelsyus Portable above, the majority of the user reviews online at present are negative. That is because of problems that many experienced with the mesh material tearing at the ends.
However the manufacturer now reports to have addressed these issues and strengthened the material's seams. (To be sure, check out the latest customer comments about this hammock here on Amazon.)
Expect to pay: US $90-130
Where to buy it: find the Kelsyus Mesh here

Kelsyus Hammock Recliner

This model is advertised by Kelsyus as its most comfortable model. It features a rather unique three-position design, with which you can choose to sit up, sit sideways (for a little swing) or lay back and relax traditional hammock-style.
The idea is that this positional flexibility makes the bed easier to get in and out of than its competitors. (It also means you can enjoy relaxing on it with your feet lower than your head, as opposed to the 'feet up' position that can put make some older users' feet go to sleep!)
The Recliner is supplied with an inflatable pillow, storage pocket and carry bag. It is designed to support the same weight as the company's other regular-size hammocks: namely 250lbs or 113kg. However the weight of this product itself is greater than other Kelsyus beds; it weighs in at a more hefty 42.7lbs (19.4kg). So while it is portable in the 'pack it in the car trunk' sense, it is probably too weighty to take hiking.
Customer feedback:
This product is newer than those above, so it is difficult to find customer comments about it online at present. The little feedback there is however is positive.
Suitable for:
Buyers looking for a comfy, adaptable hammock bed/chair. Not those whose main concern is portability.
Expect to pay: US $120-190
Where to buy it: find the Kelsyus Recliner here

Kelsyus Floating Hammock

This ingenious floating product slightly bends most people's definition of a hammock, but it is certainly an interesting concept and might well appeal if you like lazing around in your pool, on the lake or at the ocean.
Made from flexible mesh nylon, it features inflatable edges to support you in the water and a built-in half-moon shaped pillow. Its special Jet Valve technology means you can inflate it in seconds flat (even without a pump or a lot of puff).
Once in the water your mid-section simply hangs, suspended slightly under the surface. The sensation is one of rocking gently with the motion of the water. If you already love lazing on an inflatable lilo/mattress, this alternative approach might take your fancy.

Tip

Slightly deflate the pillow to avoid getting a sore neck when lying on your front.

The floating hammock is designed to support adults weighing up to 250lbs/113kg and, as you might imagine, the product itself is way lighter than those 'landlubber' beds above, clocking in at just 2.6lb/1.1kg. Customer feedback:
Users of this hammock love its lazy lounging comfort, light weight and packable portability. Unlike some reports above, heavier customers (such as one of 6'6" and 240 pounds) also say this model supports them just fine in the water.
Suitable for:
Water lovers heading off on vacation, to the pool, lake or out sailing, and who maybe want a smaller, more manageable alternative to larger inflatable airbeds.
Expect to pay: US $25-30
Where to buy it: find the floating hammock here

Kelsyus Floating Hammock Deluxe Version

Like the original version above, this 'hang in the water' floating product is great for lazing in a pool, lake or ocean.
How does this deluxe Kelsyus water hammock differ from the original?
In 2 ways: its mesh material features an (arguably) more eye- pleasing tropical flowery pattern; and its carry bag is more advanced - containing separate compartments for your book, sunscreen, phone and so on.
Customer feedback:
This is almost identical to that of the normal water hammock above; in other words, highly positive.
Suitable for:
Water lovers who want a more manageable alternative to an inflatable airbed and like this product's pattern and assortment of carry bag compartments.
Expect to pay: US $30-40
Where to buy it: find the Deluxe floating hammock here

Large cotton rope hammock

This is it - the original Pawleys Island hammock as first envisioned by John Ward back in the day.
Made from almost a thousand feet (305 meters) of super-strong 3-ply cotton rope, this luxurious breezy bed is hand-woven using a lattice design. And because it is a large model - at 55 inches (140cm) across and 82 inches (208cm) long - it is wide enough to fit two lazy-rocking friends weighing up to 450lbs/204kg.
If you have the trees handy, this large bed includes a pair of the company's sturdy Zinc-plated tree hooks (or you could go for its more tree-friendly strap accessories or equivalents such as ENO's SlapStraps). Alternatively, you can check out one of the Pawley frames mentioned further down this page.
Customer feedback:
Generally speaking the vast majority of people who own this classic Pawley's Island hammock are very happy with their purchase.
They report that it is solid and sturdy, very comfortable and holds up well through all kinds of weather (note - we do not recommend leaving cotton hammocks hung outside in damp weather as cotton can rot over time).
On the negative side, there is not much to mention but there is a little. Occasional users claim that their beds' ropes unwound from the frames quickly. However these are small minority of owners and such defects are covered by the company's 90-day money back guarantee and year-long warranty.
Another couple of Amazon.com buyers claimed to have been sent packages that had "obviously been sent to someone else and returned". If in doubt, be sure to check the feedback on the retailer you buy from (in addition to Amazon itself, many third-party retailers also sell through Amazon.com - it's not clear in their reviews who the users above bought from).
Suitable for:
Couples or larger individuals looking for a large, comfortable, non-sweaty hanging bed for their garden, deck or yard.
Expect to pay: US $130-140
Where to buy it: find this large rope hammock on Amazon here.
You can also buy this bed from Pawleys Island direct, eBay, Home Depot and more.

Presidential cotton rope hammock

If you like the idea of the comfy double hammock above, but you're worried that even that might not be big enough when the kids or dogs also jump in, then this extra-large Presidential version could be the Pawleys bed for you.
An extra 10 inches (25cm) wider than the large bed above, and with the same impressive weight limit of 450 pounds/204kg, this bed should support everything and everyone you can throw at it.
Described by its manufacturer as the "Cadillac" of its cotton rope hammocks, the Presidential really makes the most of the strength of its zinc-plated hanging accessories (this is where most of the stress is placed when laying in a hammock). Of course its main material is also up to Pawleys' usual strength, as this is again seriously sturdy '3-ply' cotton webbing.
Customer feedback:
Buyers generally love this huge hanging bed. It is not difficult to find owners talking about how they have owned, used and loved their Pawleys Presidential for many years, and they report that this particular model is just as "well made" and "easy to assemble" as you would hope.
It's worth noting, says one buyer, that you will probably need to enlist a friend's help to set this hammock up.
On the down side, one customer complained that the hardware broke when testing it with her family. Our tip: it is able to support 450lbs, so this bed should easily support most young families. However, if you and your partner are heavier than the norm and/or have older (so heavier) kids, it's worth considering this bed's 450lb maximum carefully before buying.
Suitable for:
Couples and young families.
Expect to pay: US $169.99
Where to buy it: find this Presidential hammock on Amazon here
You can also buy this bed from Pawleys Island direct, eBay, and more.

Large polyester rope hammock

Another gloriously seductive bright white bed, the difference between this large two-person hammock and the first mentioned above is its rope material; this bed's rope is made from polyester instead of cotton. This means more durability, as polyester is significantly more weather-, moisture- and therefore rot-proof than its cotton counterpart.
The rope used for this bed is again hand-woven and spun in super sturdy three-ply style. Size-wise and in terms of how much weight it can support, this polyester hammock offers up exactly the same stats as the cotton version above: 55 inches (140cm) wide, 82 inches (208cm) long, and able to support people weighing up to a total of 450lbs or 204kg with ease.
It comes supplied with premium white-oak spreader bars (to flatten your lay) and hanging hardware including two Zinc-plated tree hooks.
Customer feedback:
This bed is well appreciated for its comfort and the durability that polyester offers. Described as way better than cheap foreign versions of the same, it is widely seen as a quality buy.
Suitable for:
Busy people who just want to hang it up and chill - rather than having the hassle of taking it down when not in use (as we recommend for cotton beds).
Expect to pay: US $150-160
Where to buy it: find this polyester bed here.

Large duracord rope hammock

If you don't like cotton's tendency to rot and you want the very best quality garden bed on the market, this high-end DuraCord hammock is the product for you.
Featuring top-of-the-line rope, this sturdiest of hammocks is designed with toughness first and foremost in mind, but it is still perfectly soft enough under you to be comfortable as normal cotton.
This bed is the same single and two-person friendly size as the other rope hammocks above and supports the same maximum weight of 450lbs/204kg.
Customer feedback:
The vast majority of customers rave about this bed's mix of comfort and superb long-term durability.
One user reported they bought it, hung it out and left it out there in all kinds of weather for a whole six months, yet even after this time it looked like it had just been unwrapped. That said, users still sensibly recommend taking it in for the winter (after all, why take any chances when you're spending a fair chunk of cash on such a premium-level product?).
On the down side, one user said the rope disintegrated after just a year of use. Others just wish its price was a little cheaper.
Suitable for:
Any person or couple looking for a relaxing garden hammock that they won't need to worry about looking after.
Expect to pay: US $150-160
Where to buy it: find this DuraCord bed here or try Pawleys Island direct, eBay or Target.

Fabric: large quick-drying comfort hammock

Perfect for damp conditions like by the swimming pool, on or near the beach, or in stickier climates, this Pawleys Island quick-drying bed is made from a single layer of non-absorbent all-weather 'Sunbrella' fabric. This is rot, mold, fade and stain resistant, but still manages to be as comfily soft as cotton.
As usual this bed features Pawleys' lovely white-oak spreader bars, finished in honey-gold varnish, and its hanging power comes from those sturdy zinc-plated tree hooks.
This bed is 55 inches (140cm) wide, 82 inches (208cm) long and supports up to 450lbs (204kg). It is also available in three color styles: Bessemer (brown earthy tones with a floral motif), Dupione Palm (a solid green), or Portland Dots (strong navy blue with grid lines of small white dots - shown right).
Customer feedback:
Pawleys' fabric beds are reviewed less online than the company's rope beds, but the feedback we did find on this bed was 100% positive. Owners claim this bed is beautiful and comfortable.
Suitable for:
Buyers who want to soak up some rays in comfort, particularly by the pool or in more humid climates (or maybe they just don't like the feel of 'holey' rope on their skin and prefer a solid material).
Expect to pay: US $189.99
Where to buy it: find it here.
You can also buy this bed from Pawleys Island direct and eBay.

Fabric: large quilted hammock

Offering a greater level of cushioned comfort, Pawleys' quilted fabric hammock features two sheets of cotton-soft all-weather fabric with a luxurious center of polyester filling.
Aesthetic-wise, this two-person bed is all about the stripes, which run vertically from the head end to the toe. Three color themes are available: nautical cream n' blue (shown right), a red n' green garden theme, or the creamy pastel shades of so-called 'Regency Sand'.
This bed is super study (thanks to its use of components called 'rolled-rim' grommets to attach the hanging ropes rather than traditional but weaker telescopic versions) and features the same dimensions and weight capacity as the quick-dryers above.
Customer feedback:
This hammock is ultra comfortable - buyers just love it. Most people seem to buy a separate hammock stand and just hook this baby up to relax. Our research didn't uncover any negative customer comments about this bed.
Suitable for:
Folks who like to relax - alone or with a friend - in well-padded luxurious comfort.
Expect to pay: US $199.99
Where to buy it: find it here.
You can also buy this bed from Pawleys Island direct, eBay, WalMart and more.

Essential Accessories

Hammock stand

If you fancy one of the Pawleys Island hammocks here but don't have trees the right distance apart (approx. 2 feet wider than the full length of the hammock, so for most Pawleys this means a distance of 9 feet total), then a standalone hammock stand is the answer. This approach also allows you to move your bed around your yard during the day in order to catch, or avoid, every last one the sun's warming rays.
Pawleys' hammock stand is made from sturdy steel which is powder coated to make it fully rust and weather-proof. It uses a 'tri-beam' design and is built firmly with Pawleys Island hammocks in mind (however it should hold most other similarly sized garden hammocks too).
Best of all, this stand doesn't require any tools to set it up - thanks to its spring-pin assembly you just slot it together and it boings into place! (See this helpful YouTube video.) All you need it a little flat ground and you're ready to chill.
The stand is available in four different color finishes to help you match it to the rest of your existing garden or deck furniture. These are: forest green, silvery 'taupe', standard black or bronze (shown). The stand's base dimensions measure 4 feet (121cm) by 6 feet (183cm).
Customer feedback:
Customers widely praise the strength and easy installation of this stand. They reckon it offers great quality for its price and they like the way its color options held it blend into its surroundings.
The only downside we read about was the packaging the stand arrives in, which is not amazingly durable and can, on occasion, come apart a little during shipping.
Suitable for:
Buyers who do not have the necessary trees, poles or buildings to hang their Pawleys Island hammock from. Or those who like the idea of being able to move their bed around their outside space (a Pawleys stand wheel set is also available).
Expect to pay: US $179.99
Where to buy it: it is available on Amazon here.
You can also buy this stand from Pawleys Island direct and on eBay.

Hammock table

And finally, an ingenious Pawleys Island creation - a little 'bedside' table designed specifically for slumbering hammock owners.
Made specifically to sit alongside the company's steel hammock stands (see above), this table is easily installed into one leg of the Pawleys Island steel stand (its base slots into one of the stand's feet).
The result? Handy arm's-reach access to your book, newspaper, Kindle and/or drinks (the table's top actually includes two drink holders).
It is finished using the same attractive powder coating as the company's hammock stand (though in black only), and it even swivels, allowing you to drag it closer whenever the need to sup strikes. Ingenious.
Customer feedback:
Owners like the idea and design of this table. However they do mention two things: one claimed that moving the hammock stand around with the table attached was tricky, while another reported that the table wobbles a little if you have a large book and big drinks on there. Probably best recommended for light static use then.
Suitable for:
Pawleys Hammock owners who know where they want to relax (and stay there) and who truly value arm's reach convenience.
Expect to pay: around US $70.
Where to buy it: find it here.
You can also grab this table from Pawleys Island direct and it is often sold on eBay.

Other accessories

Additional Pawleys Island hammock accessories you might find interesting include:

• A stand wheel kit
• Hammock-ready pillows
• Tree-friendly straps (instead of drilling holes for the tree hooks supplied)
• Woven rope drink holder (this ties to your hammock or swing)
• A hammock canopy (to create shade if you don't have trees)
• Even a hammock rocking kit!

Hennessy Hammock Buying Guide

Advice and useful info about Hennessy camping hammocks

Founded by outdoor addict Tom Hennessy back in 1999, Hennessy hammock is arguably the best-known brand of backpacking and camping hammock.
Originally designed to replace a standard tent by offering greater comfort, ease of use and a lighter carrying weight, the company's hammocks are rarely advertised. Why? Because they don't need to be, such is the number of word-of-mouth referrals these beds receive from campers, hikers, hunters, kayakers, cyclists and other outdoor users.
As founder Tom Hennessy puts it himself, with his beds it's all about "light hikes and restful nights".
Tom created the company after a friend failed to return him his much-loved World War II U.S. Army issue jungle hammock. Instead of devoting his energy to tracking down an identical bed, he decided to create a new ultralight hammock himself. With a bunch of perserverance and the loan of an old sewing machine loan from his mother, the first Hennessy Hammock was subsequently born.
Unlike his old Army hammock, Tom managed to make his Hennessy hammock wide enough to permit diagonal sleeping (avoiding the problem of an uncomfortably curved back). He also improved the netting to get more air flowing around and made the weather fly simple to adjust, keeping things airy in the heat and button-down cosy in cold weather.
Here are some of the other key build features that Hennessy Hammock pioneered...

Key Features

Each Hennessy hammock includes a raft of similar technical features. These features are key to the light weight, great design and reliability that Hennessys are known for.
Patented A-Sym shape
Hennessy hammock beds are built using a unique a-symetrical (i.e. 'A-Sym') shape. This means that instead of the hammock bed being rectangular it is slightly more diagonal, like a parallelogram. It is designed like this to get you sleeping on the digaonal - in other words more flatter and more comfortably.

Where are they made?

Hennessy's ropes and crucial components are US-made. The rest of its models are made in China.

Built-in ridge line
A ridge line is built inside a hennessy hammock. This supports the bug netting and weather fly, and it also means the hammock sets up exactly the same each time around - keeping your back straight when laying 'on the diagonal'. No flip design
A Hennessy hammock is designed never to flip and they don't (in all our research we've never found a Hennessy customer complain about flipping). This is possible thanks to Hennessy's patented center-balance design.
Bottom no-zipper entrance
Hennessy was the first camping hammock provider to dump the side zipper approach and replace this with a zipper-less entrance through the bottom of the hammock. This entry automatically snaps closed when your body weight is inside the hammock (i.e. your feet slide in last). Note: in 2010 Hennessy also began offering customers side-entry zipped versions of all its beds.
Flexible functionality
A hammock is not as useful as it could be if you cannot use it during the day and at meal times too. A Hennessy hammock folds easily into a sling chair (just unattach one of its guy lines), making it useful at social times of the day while still more comfortable than tent-style sitting on the hard ground.
A Hennessy bed can also be rolled up under its own rain fly (or stored into the company's newer 'Snakeskins', which are now free with each bed) to provide a small covered area that is protected from the elements by the rain fly above.

How To Set-Up A Hennessy

Hennessy hammocks are, in truth, a little more complex to set-up than many hammocks. However the time you spend setting up the rain fly and securing the bed is what helps you keep stable, comfortable, and out of the weather.
Luckily Hennessy has a great range of video guides available to get you started. The video below is Tom Hennessy explaining how to set-up the Hennessy Ultralight Backpacker model (see further down the page for info on this).

4 Key Hennessy Models

Unlike some of its competitors, Hennessy certainly doesn't limit its customers to a small range of products. At present it offers no less than 11 hammock variations (and that's not including the new Zip entry versions of all these beds).
To help you purchase the right Hennessy for your needs, below we highlight what we consider the top choice models for different types of trip. We also include details of how each model rates on Amazon and other online review sites.

Expedition A-sym

The Expedition is Hennessy's classic single-person hammock. It is the company's most popular asymmetrical (ASYM) model and is designed with general camping in mind.
Featuring all the standard Hennessy features noted further up this page, including tree hugger straps (meaning the Expedition is ready to use right out of the box), it is particularly popular with teenagers who are heading off camping with family but don't want to be stuck in a tent with their parents.
A great choice for the avid camper moving from tent to hammock for the first time, the Expedition weighs 2lb, 12oz (1,230g).
Customer feedback:
Expedition users report that this camping hammock is extremely well built, super comfortable ("I will never sleep on the ground again", says one user, "it rivals home" states another), and pretty easy to set-up once you've gone through the initial learning curve.
They love how light this bed is compared to a traditional tent, they like that you lay very flat on it, and they report that the Expedition handles tough weather very well. (They also rave about the company's new Snakeskins - see down this page - which are now supplied with all Hennessy beds).
The one tip owners regularly offer is that you invest in some quality insulation to use in colder weather. This is really crucial for under your back and legs, where passing cold air can chill you to the bone if not careful. Look for a closed cell sleeping pad and/or check out Hennessy's own insulation accessories.
Suitable for:
First-time hammock campers and general outdoor users, including parent-avoiding teens. (Hardcore weight-conscious trekkers should check out the Hyperlite Backpacker model below.)
Expect to pay: US $150
Where to buy it: find the Expedition on Amazon here

Scout Classic

This starter-level camping hammock is the company's lowest-priced model, making it a great value choice for first-time hammock buyers, Boy Scouts and Girl Guides.
This bed does not feature the company's now-common ASYM design, instead it's symmetrical, which some buyers maybe might not like. However this does mean that Scout users have the choice of two diagonals to sleep on, rather than the one A-Sym beds are designed around. What the Scout does now include is a larger rainfly. This now measures 63" (160cm) wide.
Size-wise the Hennessy Scout measures 100 inches (254cm) long by 48" (122cm) wide, and while it doesn't use Hennessy's lightest fabric, this means instead that it is extra durable, making it perfect for withstanding boisterous younger sleepers.

Tip

If travelling by car (so weight's not an issue), pack extra tent stakes for tying guy lines when there are no trees/bushes.

Like all the models here, the Scout is now available with a side-zipped entrance (as opposed to the usual Hennessy bottom snap-shut entry), and it weighs 2lbs, 11.5oz (1,230g). Customer feedback:
Owners report that this hammock is indeed perfect for kids and holds its stated weight perfectly well. One owner weighed a little over the 200lbs quoted but still reported the bed held and supported them fine.
Users also love its low-priced value and 100% agree with Hennessy that this is a great starter camping bed. Just one reviewer mentioned that they thought the included tree straps a little too small for many trees (larger straps are available to order).
Suitable for:
Cash-strapped campers, kids, Scouts and Guides, plus lighter individuals up to 5' 10" (178cm) in height and weighing up to 200lbs (90kg).
Expect to pay: US $100-110
Where to buy it: find the Hennessy Scout here

Ultralite Backpacker A-sym

The Ultralite does what its name implies: offers camping nuts a featherweight hanging bed, the weight of which won't slow them down on the trail.
Hennessy pitches this bed as offering the best balance between its durable and comfortable Backpacker family and its super-light Extreme Light Racer, as the Hyperlite weighs just 1lb 15oz/860g.
In short, for 'normal' hardcore campers who are not racing inclined, the 'coyote brown' Ultralite Backpacker is the lightweight, usable Hennessy of choice.
Like all Hennessy's models it is supplied with mosquito netting (this is sewn-in and doesn't need attaching separately), a detachable rain fly, ropes, tree hugger straps and a hammock stuff sack with the Hyperlite's installation instructions printed on the back. You also now get the company's ultra-useful Snakeskins for free too; use these to roll up the complete hammock for quick daytime storage or quick take-down.
Customer feedback:
User of the Ultralite generally rate it very highly. They love its very low weight, its build quality all-round and versatility. They also coment that while it is 'snug' for a full-sized adult male, there is still easily enough room.
One reviewer also mentioned (and we see this mentioned of many Hennessy beds) that they liked the flexibility the A-Sym approach brings too: in addition to lying on their back, they commented that this diagonal approach lets them lay comfortably on either side. something that is not always viable with more traditional, 'straight' rectangular beds.
Some other users, as with the Hennessy Scout above, suggest the tree straps could be longer by default (longer versions are available to buy). A couple of Ultralite users also admitted slight niggles with getting their sleeping pads to stay fully under their bodies during the night (causing cold spots where the body touches the hammock bed when the temperature is low). There is a good sleeping pad positioning guide at ThePlaceWithNoName.
Suitable for:
Serious trekkers and hikers who need a very light hammock system but still require it to be durable enough for sustained long-term use.
Expect to pay: US $210-230
Where to buy it: find the Ultralite Backpacker here

Safari Deluxe

Hennessy's huge Safari Deluxe hammock was developed for buyers who need a bigger bed. The company's deepest and widest bed, it is therefore well suited to larger folks or couples who like to camp and sleep cozily together.
The Safari Deluxe includes a double-width hex-shaped rain fly for keeping the weather off, and its overall weight is a chunkier-than-normal 3lbs, 14oz (1,760g). What's important is just that your combined weights do not exceed 350lbs (159kg).
Because of its heavier packed weight, this bed could be a little too hefty for long-range trekking. However for car camping, boating/kayaking trips, or even just hanging in the yard, it could be just the bed you and your partner need.
Customer feedback:
While there are less reviews of the Safari available online than the beds above, users that have reported on it use rave about the same key benefits - comfort, no flipping, quality construction etc. (everything in fact but very low weight). One reviewer comments that due to its size and space, the Safari is truly "the condo in the land of hammock apartments".
Suitable for:
Heavier users, day trippers and cozy couples.
Expect to pay: US $229
Where to buy it: find the Safari Deluxe here

Each Hennessy Hammock Includes...

In terms of standard features and accessories, every new Hennessy hammock is supplied as standard with:

• Mosquito netting (attached)
• Easy-to-remove rain fly
• Support ropes
• Stuff sack (featuring installation istructions on the back)
• 'Tree Hugger' webbing straps to protect a tree's bark (not to be confused with the Tree Hugger hammock brand). These straps are not included in the
• hammock weights given above.
• Snakeskins (see below)

Essential Accessory

Snakeskins

Snakeskins are an ingenious new Hennessy accessory and, very generously, now come free with every new Hennessy bed. (If you are an existing owner they will cost you around US $25 per pair.)
So what are they? Well they're kind of an advanced stuff sack. Comprising two nylon tubes, they cover and protect your pre-assembled hammock. You roll your hammock up to the main ridgeline, then the Snakeskins slide over it from both sides. Simple!
This way you can get your bed out of the way in seconds flat, clearing camp space but still ensuring you don't need to re-build your bed again the next night - instead when the time comes to crash, you just slide back the Snakeskins and pull it down.
As one user comments on backpackgeartest.org, "An additional benefit is that with the body stowed in the Snakeskins, the hammock makes a good morning clothesline for airing things out."
Also take a look at this excellent Snakeskins user guide.
Where to buy them: find Snakeskins on Amazon here

ENO Hammock Guide

Buying advice and reviews of Eagles Nest hammocks

ENO Hammock (Eagles Nest Outfitters) was founded by brothers Peter and Paul Pinholster in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The company produces a full range of super-light, ultra-strong portable nylon hammocks that are a great choice for those who enjoy camping out under the stars.
Available at very reasonable prices - especially considering their acclaimed strength and reliability - the seriously low weight of ENO's hammocks gives lovers of the great outdoors the opportunity to leave behind the hassle and discomfort of tents once and for all.
ENO's are cocoon-style hammocks, meaning they do not feature or work with 'spreader bars', which allow you lie completely flat. The emphasis instead is on keeping weight to a minimum. However that doesn't mean an ENO hammock isn't comfortable to lie and sleep in.
Eagles Nest is also an accessories innovator. The company invented the 'SlapStrap', a tree-friendly fabric component that makes hanging your bed from a tree or other immovable object a 2-minute process (see below), without damaging the tree's bark or requiring you to tie complicated knots.

Key Features

Each ENO hammock includes a raft of identical technical features, which are key to the lightweight and durability of its products and account for their ongoing popularity.
Super strong breathable nylon
The massive strength of the company's 'parachute' nylon means ENO can make its hammocks super-thin, which vastly reduces their weight and boosts their portability. In addition to camping, ENO's products are therefore also well-suited to outdoor events such as festivals.
Triple interlocking Stitching
Eagle Nest hammocks not only use highly durable material, but this nylon is stitched together in a super-strong way; another reason you can lay back with confidence.
Super-strong nautical grade line
Another factor that ensures an ENO hammock doesn't break is the strength of the connected components. The rope used by ENO is sailing strength, meaning it's as strong as it gets.
Carabiner
The last piece of the strength puzzle is the component that attaches the hammock's two end lines to either tree straps or a hammock stand. For this ENO employs a sturdy climbing-style 'carabiner' (a palm-sized metal loop with sprung gate).

Brief Reviews of ENO Hammocks

Below is an overview of the company's four main hammock models. Each comes with a two-year warranty but they do not include SlapStraps.

ENO SingleNest

The SingleNest is Eagle Nest's aptly-named single person hammock. In addition to being suitable for lightweight camping and hiking, it is also perfect for the boater, with many online reviewers saying they use their SingleNests on kayaking trips.
Made from high-strength breathable nylon, the SingleNest includes its own pouch for easy packing and travel. When the hammock is hung, you can also use this to store other 'keep dry' bits such as your cell phone or book.
This ENO hammock measures 4' 7" (122cm) wide by 9' 10" (300cm) long and weighs just 18oz/500g. It supports up to 400lb/180kg and is available 12 two-tone color combinations. Expect to pay US $55 or less.
Customer feedback:
Customer comments about the SingleNest are highly positive (we didn't find any negative feedback from users in our extensive online research). Users find this single-person hammock comfortable, easy to erect, super-durable and more than light enough to take camping (often having swapped a tent for this hammock), kayaking trips etc.
Suitable for:
Lovers of the great outdoors who regularly sleep out overnight. Tent replacers. Those who do not require a full out-of-the-box hammock 'system' but just the bed itself (using their own existing accessories, such as rain tarps and bug nets, or adding these over time).
Expect to pay: US $50-55
Where to buy it: find the SingleNest on Amazon here

ENO DoubleNest

This large and super-strong double hammock holds up to 3 adults (400lbs/180kg) and is the highest consumer-rated ENO hammock on Amazon.
Measuring 6' 8" (203cm) wide by 9' 10" (300cm), the DoubleNest is two feet wider than its SingleNest sibling, but still packs down to the size of a grapefruit.
It is available in 16 different color combinations, most of which are two-tone (the most popular on Amazon is the olive/khaki model), and weighs just 22oz (622g). Like the SingleNest, it includes its own attached pouch.
Customer feedback:
Customers are very positive about this hammock, with only a couple of exceptions. The vast majority love it for the same reasons people rave about the SingleNest; comfort, strength, light weight, ease of use and total adaptability.
Those who have anything negative to say usually suggest that this bed is simply quite 'cosy' for two people, and that those people who use it need to be pretty close friends!
Suitable for:
Outdoor fans such as campers, hikers, kayakers and other sailors who require a larger bed than the SingleNest - either just for more space or for sharing with a friend or loved one. As with the SingleNest above, this bed suits those who want to accessorize their bed themselves (rather than buying an all-in-one system).
Expect to pay: US $60-65
Where to buy it: find the DoubleNest on Amazon here

ENO ProNest

This high-end single person hammock is ENO's smallest and lightest hammock thanks to its being a whole nine square feet smaller than the SingleNest above and featuring a custom-designed ultralight aluminum carabiner.
The ProNest measures 54"(137cm) by 96" (244cm) and weighs just 12.8oz (363g). Expect to pay US $65 or less.
Customer feedback:
Online reviewers of the ProNest just love it. (One customer claims, interestingly, that they had finished setting-up the ProNest while their friend was still configuring the straps of their Hennessy hammock.) In our research we could not find any reviewers saying anything negative about this bed.
Suitable for:
Single sleepers who regular spend the night outdoors, particularly those who are happy to lose a little bed size in return for an even lighter product.
Expect to pay: US $60-65
Where to buy it: find the ProNest on Amazon here

ENO OneLink System

This 'OneLink Hammock Shelter System' sounds more complex than it is. It is effectively an 'all-in-one' bundle based upon either of the hammocks above.
So instead of just a hammock alone, you can configure your OneLink system as a full set: including the rain tarp of your choice, stakes (for the tarp) and the carabiners of your choice. The DoubleNest OneLink system is also available with an insect shield (bug net) option. Prices vary between $199-209 depending upon the hammock chosen.
Customer feedback:
OneLink users love the hammock part of this set as much as everyone else, only with the OneLink they have everything else they might possibly need too for camping out overnight. The only improvement suggestion one user made was to maybe invest in longer guylines for if camping out in sparsely vegetated areas where trees and boulders (i.e. hammock hanging points) are very few and far between.
Suitable for:
Buyers who need a super-durable and lightweight hammock bed with all the with only exceptionss included - bug net, rain cover and ENO's own SlapStraps.
Expect to pay: US $200 (SingleNest system) - $230 (DoubleNest with Insect Shield)
Where to buy it: find the OneLink System on Amazon here

ENO Double Deluxe (NEW)

Presumably inspired by those few select users who reckon the DoubleNest above is a little tight for two people who are not very close friends, Eagles Nest has recently introduced the Double Deluxe - its biggest hammock to date.
Available in eight color combinations, the Double Deluxe is a whole 20 inches (50cm) wider than the DoubleNest, giving couples and friends a decent amount more space in which to sleep and relax without ending up face to face.
This bed weighs 29oz in total (or 822g) and has the same ENO maximum capacity as the rest: 400lbs (180kg).
Customer feedback:
Because this product is very new there are virtually no real consumer reviews online at present. However, considering it is constructed the same way, and from the same materials, as the other models above, we see no reason why it should not be as high quality.
Suitable for:
Couples of campers and outdoor sleepers who want the most space possible, while still keeping things light enough to carry easily.
Expect to pay: US $65-80
Where to buy it: find the Double Deluxe on Amazon here

Essential Accessory

SlapStraps

Designed to fit snugly around a tree trunk without harming its bark, Eagles Nest's custom-designed SlapStraps take the pain out of hammock hanging.
The idea is simple but effective: SlapStraps sit between a hammock's metal carabiners or equivalent connectors (each connector clips into the end of one of the straps) and the trunk of your chosen tree. No tree? Roof racks, rocks, telegraph poles etc. all work too.
Just wrap a SlapStrap around the tree or pole at the height you want, pass the strap's end back through itself, pull tight and clip in the hammock's carabiner or connector.