Reddit reviews Hammock Bliss No-See-Um No More - The Ultimate Bug Free Camping Hammock - 100" / 250 cm Rope Per Side Included - Fully Reversible - Ideal Hammock Tent For Camping, Backpacking, Kayaking & Travel
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BUG PROOF NETTING - 2100 Holes Per Square Inch NoSeeUm Netting Keeps Out Sandflies, Fleas, Gnats, Mosquitoes, & No-See-Ums - Netting is Super Strong To Resist AbrasionLARGE BED SPACE - Length 118" x 59 " (300cm x 150 cm) Soft & Breathable Parachute Material Conforms To Your Body for Incredible ComfortPOCKETS + ROPE + LOOPS - 4 Pockets Inside Net + 4 Utility Loops Inside The Netting To Hang Gear - Hammock Complete With Its Own Suspension System – 100" / 250 cm of Super Strength Climbing Rope Included Per Side For Easy Hammock Set UpFULLY REVERSIBLE - Just Flip To Use As A Regular Hammock - No See Um Netting Is Supported By 100" / 250 cm Of Attached Cord On Each Side - YKK Double Pull Zippers For Easy AccessCOMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT - Weighs Only 28 oz / 800 grams - Strength Tested To 350 Pounds / 160 kg - Machine Washable and Dryable
Hammocks will range anywhere from $50 for a basic one to $200 for the great ones. The hammocks pictured in my OP are both made by Hammock Bliss
I believe most hammocks are made from some sort of Nylon material. Mine is rated for 350lbs.
When staying overnight, I bring my tarp in my pannier's too. Check out my full setup Hammock + Tarp
You should take a look over in /r/Hammocks I discovered it one day while looking into backpacking subreddits and have been hooked ever since.
They tend to be too short and narrow. Many do not come with ridge lines and the suspensions can be less than ideal. That being said, [ I started with this one and it's ok] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002COCF3M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
I wouldn't go for the Mosquito Hammocks, I tried the Expedition model out and it was a POS. It was uncomfortable and the workmanship was bad. It immediately started to fray at a poorly sewn hem along the zipper and the fraying fabric caught in the zipper. I felt the built in nylon webbing was much too tender and looked like crap in just a few uses.
I own a Hammock Bliss No-See-Um No More. I like it. I'm 6'2" and 230lbs.
I think if I was starting again I'd save up for a Warbonnet Blackbird. I have their Superfly tarp and love the craftsmanship in it. I'm saving now to pick one up.
I ended up using and keeping:
Hammock Bliss No-See-Um No More - The Ultimate Bug Free Camping Hammock - 100" / 250 cm Rope Per Side Included - Fully Reversible - Ideal Hammock Tent For Camping, Backpacking, Kayaking & Travel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002COCF3M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FyoZBbZ7WENFZ
IDK What sort of weather you'll be camping/hiking in, but this is a pretty basic list of gear that I would take if I were on a budget:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006JYHI24/?tag=ultrastuff-20
http://www.amazon.com/Suisse-Sport-Adventurer-Ultra-Compactable-Sleeping/dp/B001TR7QZA/ref=sr_1_3?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1408072994&sr=1-3&keywords=ultralight
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FB7XYXM/?tag=ultrastuff-20
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002COCF3M/?tag=ultrastuff-20
That's a bag, tarp, hammock and sleeping bag. They all have great ratings and should get you through just about anything.
Me, personally, I carry my hammock, a wool blanket and my tarp from http://www.bushcraftoutfitters.com/ ( http://www.bushcraftoutfitters.com/Coyote-Tarp-10x10-tarp-10x10-coyote.htm ) in my army surplus bag. I also carry my stainless steel pot and cup, cordage, zip ties, leather gloves, folding saw, axe and knife with me when I'm out in the woods. I have a "space blanket" too.
My pack could be lighter for sure, but everything I have serves a purpose.
Whenever you decided you want to get into campinp/hiking/bushcraft/whatever, decided what you really need/want to have with you. Don't just jam random "camping" supplies in your bag. Take your time, research and pack carefully. Your back will thank you.