Backpack hammock

[Sawtooth]

Looking for a lightweight, but durable hammock to take while backpack hunting. Any suggestions on brand or model?

 

[2rocky]

The ENO Double Nest From REI is the most compact you will find but no insulation.

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[rwc101]

I've only had one hammock, a Hennessy. Not the lightest but it's held up over 10 years.

 

[GearJunky]

eno sub 6 or eno sub 7 hammock. It is a game changer. So lightweight it never comes out of my pack, but allows me to get great sleep in the afternoon while I wait out the elk.

 

[WildWill]

This will be my 4th year using a eno double nest it's lightweight, comfortable, and bullet proof. I'd recommend getting a set of the eno hammock straps they simply setup and also allow you to be able to set up in more locations (they'll also string up a elk quarter and more). First make sure you actually can get a good night's sleep in a hammock I know a lot of guys just cant. For me there's no better sleep so I've spent a bunch of time and money dialing in my setup hammocks definitely have a learning curve.

 

[Sawtooth]

I won't be sleeping overnight in it this year. This is for after I fill my tag at first light, and I have the afternoon to relax while @TheNorthStar packs my buck out for me.

 

[TheNorthStar]

What? With these short chicken legs and narrow shoulders!?

The one I brought out there camping with you guys last Summer is an ENO single nest. It's pretty light and takes up a minimal amount of space packed down, but the straps I have are a little on the heavy side and I'm sure you can find shorter ones that are a little less dense for packing. Dang, I do like that idea though.

 

[Sawtooth]

Mental Note #2. Also grab @TheNorthStar 's hammock while stealing his Larabars out of his pack....check.

On a more serious note, is the ENO single nest long enough for someone six feet or so in height? Phill, @2rocky or anyone else who has used the single nest.

 

[2rocky]

I've napped in it. I bought it for my tall lanky daughter. I'm 6'1"

 

[TheNorthStar]

The length shouldn't be an issue, you can always wedge in canted a bit, which I find a more comfortable position. Single nests are narrower all around, but I think you could get away with a single still.