Praise for The Ultimate Hang
Jack Tier & Jack Myers
JacksRBetter.com
A fast, interesting, and excellent read. The illustrations really add to both reading enjoyment and clarity. The Ultimate Hang will enhance the hammock hanging experience of novice and veteran hangers alike.
Adam Hurst
HammockGear.com
Simply amazing! If you are new to hammock camping, already love hammock camping, or just simply want to spread the word, this book is a must have.
Sean “Shug” Emery
If you want to invigorate your backpacking experience and sleep consistently in or on any terrain then this book will give you all the gathered intel on the wonders of hanging cradled in comfort… It is truly a right goodie!
Howdy! I’m Derek
Welcome to The Ultimate Hang! I am an author, illustrator, and educator on all things hammock. For more than a decade, I’ve worked with major hammock brands and cottage vendors alike on product innovations, branding, and illustrations. I’ve been a professional gear reviewer, taught clinics on hammock camping, and generally been hanging around.
My mission is to help you hang safely and improve your techniques for better comfort and simplicity with staying dry, warm, and bug free all year long.
Enjoy hanging out on The Ultimate Hang!
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