Hammock Guru https://theultimatehang.com/author/dejoha/ Hammock tips, illustrations, and reviews. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 19:33:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theultimatehang.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/02/app-icon.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Hammock Guru https://theultimatehang.com/author/dejoha/ 32 32 42415676 Review – ENO Sub6 Ultralight Hammock and Microtune Structural Ridgeline https://theultimatehang.com/2022/11/04/review-eno-sub6-ultralight-hammock-and-microtune-structural-ridgeline/ https://theultimatehang.com/2022/11/04/review-eno-sub6-ultralight-hammock-and-microtune-structural-ridgeline/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:42:54 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=13274 If you enjoy lightweight backpacking, you should look into the ENO Sub6: light, just the right size for up to 5’11”, packable, and probably the most comfortable lightweight hammock I’ve ever tested. And I’ve tested them all. I love lightweight and even ultralight backpacking, but hammock camping brings an automatic weight penalty—a penalty I’m often […]

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ENO JungleNest Hammock and Helios Hammock Straps Review https://theultimatehang.com/2022/09/16/eno-junglenest-hammock-and-helios-hammock-straps-review/ https://theultimatehang.com/2022/09/16/eno-junglenest-hammock-and-helios-hammock-straps-review/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2022 21:55:00 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=13235 It’s been seven years since I last reviewed the ENO JungleNest and a lot has changed. When I first reviewed the JungleNest, I compared it to other entry-level hammocks. Today, the JungleNest stands firmly with top-tier camping hammocks, including some of my favorite cottage vendors like Warbonnet, Dutchware, and DreamHammock. Yes, I was skeptical at […]

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Video Review – Panther Creek Hammock https://theultimatehang.com/2021/06/19/video-review-panther-creek-hammock/ https://theultimatehang.com/2021/06/19/video-review-panther-creek-hammock/#comments Sat, 19 Jun 2021 18:20:08 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=13013 The Panther Creek Hammock is in the family of spreader bar designs with a built-in bug net. The hammock can be used as a hammock and on the ground as a bivvy. Check out my video for a quick review.

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DIY Bottom Entry Bug Net Instructions https://theultimatehang.com/2021/05/02/diy-bottom-entry-bug-net-instructions/ https://theultimatehang.com/2021/05/02/diy-bottom-entry-bug-net-instructions/#comments Sun, 02 May 2021 13:48:00 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=12984 I’ve been wanting to do this project for some time, so I am excited to get this one in the books. Today I’m going to highlight the build steps and techniques of sewing a bug net for a hammock. This will be a 360-degree bug net that completely surrounds the hammock except for an opening […]

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Review – One Wind Hammock, Tarp, and Winter Cover https://theultimatehang.com/2021/05/01/review-one-wind-hammock-tarp-and-winter-cover/ https://theultimatehang.com/2021/05/01/review-one-wind-hammock-tarp-and-winter-cover/#comments Sat, 01 May 2021 21:53:47 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=12977 Disclosure of material connection: The author (Derek Hansen) was provided with a free sample from the manufacturer for testing and evaluation purposes. The comments in this post (written & spoken) are of my own opinion, which I formed after personally handling the gear.

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Just published: Illustrated Hammock Basics https://theultimatehang.com/2021/03/03/just-published-illustrated-hammock-basics/ https://theultimatehang.com/2021/03/03/just-published-illustrated-hammock-basics/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:13:00 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=12958 Hey everyone! I want to announce I’ve published a new illustrated book on hammock basics! This is a much smaller, packable book that focuses on the essentials — great for those looking for bite-size info if you’re just starting with hammocks, and if you want to share the fundamentals with a friend. Paperback $8 at […]

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Trip Report – Hammock Camping on Humphreys Peak https://theultimatehang.com/2020/09/10/trip-report-hammock-camping-on-humphreys-peak/ https://theultimatehang.com/2020/09/10/trip-report-hammock-camping-on-humphreys-peak/#comments Thu, 10 Sep 2020 22:33:15 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=12882 September 4-5, 2020 It’s the tallest mountain in Arizona. And it’s volcanic (No, not active!). Well, every mountain around Flagstaff is volcanic in origin. In fact, I think Flagstaff is home to all five different types of volcanoes. The area is peppered with hundreds of cinder cones, but Humphreys Peak dominates the horizon in an […]

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Review – OneTigris Kompound Hammock and Night Protector Under Quilt https://theultimatehang.com/2020/09/03/review-onetigris-kompound-hammock-and-night-protector-under-quilt/ https://theultimatehang.com/2020/09/03/review-onetigris-kompound-hammock-and-night-protector-under-quilt/#comments Thu, 03 Sep 2020 08:22:00 +0000 https://theultimatehang.com/?p=12860 OneTigris is a new company from China that came out swinging with a full assortment of budget hammock gear, including a modular jungle hammock and synthetic under quilts. I’ve had a chance to review the KOMPOUND Hammock and matching Night Protector Under Quilt for several weeks. The hammock is small, roughly 9 x 4.2 feet, […]

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