Transitioning from a traditional ground tent to a camping hammock is a revelation for outdoor enthusiasts. The comfort of floating above rocks, roots, and uneven terrain is unmatched, often resulting in the best sleep you will ever have in the backcountry. However, this airborne advantage comes with a unique set of challenges, the most notorious…
If you are new to hammock camping, you have probably experienced a highly specific and miserable phenomenon. You check the weather, see that it is going to be a mild summer night, and pack your standard sleeping bag. You crawl into your hammock, zip yourself up, and fall asleep. A few hours later, you wake…
If you have ever woken up in a camping hammock with an aching back, feeling cramped, or squished like a banana, you have likely fallen victim to a poor hammock hang. Many beginners make the mistake of pulling their hammock as tight as possible between two trees. However, the secret to a comfortable night of…
