Just found out about these, they look good assuming you can find somewhere to hitch it

anyone here used one ?, got any opinions

Got one for sale on here. Expedition Asym.
Great hammock as a starter as it comes with tarp, snakeskin's, webbing and suspension as standard.
Only reason i'm getting shot of it is that it doesn't get used anymore due to more complex and costly hammocks.
http://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/phpBB ... sey#p23761

Hi
I've had one for a few years.
Very well made and easy to use, if a little portly. As I'm over 6', I had to get the Explorer Deluxe Asym Classic, at 1.5kg.
I really like the bug netting and velcro bottom closure. Just sit inside it and the bring your legs in and your sealed away nicely. The tarp gets more use than anything else, as I use it for bivvying as well.
You'll need some sort of bottom insulation. Quilt, wind proof layer, sleeping pad, as you will get cold with any sort of air movement.
Theres plenty of sage advice in the forum regarding set up.

Taylor wrote:Got one for sale on here. Expedition Asym.
Great hammock as a starter as it comes with tarp, snakeskin's, webbing and suspension as standard.
Only reason i'm getting shot of it is that it doesn't get used anymore due to more complex and costly hammocks.
http://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/phpBB ... sey#p23761

Sent you a PM (I think) regarding hammock

There's a book called Ultimate Hang by Derek Hansen which will tell you all you need to know about hammocking

Well worth it. He also does a blog.

Ukhammocks is a good UK based source of gear.

Under insulation and the avoidance of cold butt syndrome are one of the surprising challenges of hanging.

Some krabs and decent chord are almost essential too.

I don't think it ever beats a bivi for weight but comfort can be pretty fantastic.

cheers all, tempted to try one out

Where you based Steve? Possibility of a loan if you're Leeds / West Yorkshire. Feel free to PM or email me if interested.

cheers CM, Manchester based, I'm away early Jan till end of March so will take you up on that offer when I get back, theres a chance I'll be trying one over in New Zealand whilst I'm there so could be coming back converted

No worries. If you're still interested when you get back feel free to get in tough and we'll sort something out.

I have a DD hammock i like but rarely use because i'm always nervous there won't be suitable trees!

Do you just hope or play it really safe when it gets later in the day?