(Part 3) Best camping furniture according to redditors
We found 1,017 Reddit comments discussing the best camping furniture. We ranked the 478 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
I have 3 Eno hammocks among my family. I just replaced 2 of them with Bear Butt hammocks from Amazon. The fabric is exactly the same. (75D/250T) The gathered ends use nylon straps instead of the marine grade rope on the Eno. (I replaced these with Amsteel continuous loops from Dutchware.) The carabiners are not as nice as the wire gates on the Eno so I just transferred those from my old hammocks.
For a budget hammock you cannot go wrong with Bear Butt. I am more than happy with them especially for $26.
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I brought one of these last year and had no problem:
WEKAPO Inflatable Lounger Air Sofa Hammock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PWF537/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_60ySDbEE301ZJ
Folded up, it fits in your bag. It’s fairly easy to inflate by doing a quick run (doesn’t take precious air from your lungs). And multiple people can share it.
This is a good relatively cheap tent that packs small because of the short pole lengths (short poles are hard to find in a tent): https://www.amazon.com/Kelty-Salida-Camping-Backpacking-Tent/dp/B00NFCFO0Q That's the cheapest short-pole tent I was able to find when I was looking.
Any Amazon inflatable sleeping pad will do for Summer camping. For winter camping, if you don't want to freeze, get a good insulated inflatable pad.
Any 'ole pillow.
This stove: https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Ultralight-Portable-Backpacking-Ignition/dp/B00B4FY8YO
A chair like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y2A74L2
The complicated part is the sleeping bag. I spent big bucks on mine because I wanted a zero degree down sleeping bag that packed small but wasn't a mummy bag. For your first kit, just look for something that packs small and is rated for 15 degrees less than what you'll think you'll encounter on your trip.
i have the amazon chinese knockoff of the REI/helinox chairs. this one here.
https://www.amazon.com/Moon-Lence-Ultralight-Folddable-Backpacking/dp/B00Y2A74L2/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=moon+lence+chair&qid=1573486144&sr=8-4
ive had it about 5 years and its still going strong. highly recommended and cheap
can't recommend these guys enough
Great Hammock from a smaller company with great customer service, Hammock & Straps for under 50 bucks. I've camped out of it and like it more than my Grand Trunk setup.
> The first one he linked is 8 feet long.
>DIMENSIONS - Hammock 8ft 91in/230cm (Long) x 2.8ft 33.5in/85cm (Wide)
That's not a hammock, that's a bodybag lol.
I'm 190cm and previously had a 2.7m DD hammock which was definitely too small for me to sleep in comfort. My new Dutchware 3.3m is way better (but also more expensive).
Depending on your height I don't see why you wouldn't be comfortable in something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Winner-Outfitters-Double-Camping-Hammock/dp/B01GCKATD4/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1500568695&sr=1-3&keywords=camping+hammock
(literally the top result on amazon)
It won't be the absolute lightest, most high-tech, durable, easy-to-set-up hammock, but then again: it's not expensive and I doubt it will be 4x as uncomfortable as a 100 dollar hammock.
The ones /u/tikker_g mentions are all well-respected brands, but if you're just getting into hammocking I think a cheap & cheerful hammock is a better way to start. You may find you don't like it, or can't sleep in a hammock.
EDIT: this one combined with their tarp also looks pretty decent if you're under 1.75m or so:
https://www.amazon.com/Eclypse-Camping-Hammock-Professional-Strength/dp/B017QV411Y/ref=pd_sbs_468_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B017QV411Y&pd_rd_r=HTR7HVFYYQ3HD6NGPPMM&pd_rd_w=u0zLP&pd_rd_wg=PN63D&psc=1&refRID=HTR7HVFYYQ3HD6NGPPMM
In my experience, ENO is way too expensive for what you get.
Things may have changed since I had one, but when I got my Eno in 2012 you had to buy the straps separately on top of the already over priced hammock.
I've had a Hobo Hammock for a bit over a year and I love it. I recommend it to everyone I know who's interested in a hammock. It's a solid price, a very good size, and it comes with straps.
I've also heard great things about Bear Butt, but have no personal experience myself. I know they're on sale right now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0161NDNS0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7XCBybYBM7YZ9
That's pretty dang hard to beat for the price. I don't particularly like the straps it comes with, but you can get some spares for $10-$15 from various places. I know Dutchware and Hobo Hammock both sell straps separately if you need them.
I also know people who have used Grand Trunk and seem to have good experience with them. From what I've seen, they tend to be a bit smaller.
A lot of people are suggesting Bear Butt, which is a great brand with the BEST return policies. For about $28 on amazon however, you can get the same hammock with straps from honest outfitters.
I was skeptical because of how dirt cheap it was, but after ordering one as a back-up hammock, I've decided this is probably the best deal.
(If you someday decide you want to camp outside in your hammock though, Warbonnet's blackbird is the way to go)
I can say the highest price it's ever been on amazon is $27 and that was june of last year so definitely not 75% off. It has a strangely high rating for the price.
Actually, I'm delighted with this Amazon cheapie I picked up last week. MalloMe Hammock Camping Portable Double Tree Hammocks - Outdoor Indoor 2 Person Beach Accessories - Backpacking Travel Equipment Kids Max 1000 lbs Breaking Capacity - Two Carabiners Free https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y5NH1C2/ (Definitely get the double, not the single!) I added a structural ridge line and I've got it set up with a really deep sag. Granted, I'm only 5'7", but I'm finding it super comfy 😀
(I'm a full-time hammock sleeper and my black lab likes to snuggle with me in my hammock. Alas, his claws shredded my DutchWare Chameleon a couple of months ago, so I'm excited to find a much cheaper and easier-to-replace yet still comfy hammock to use as my at-home go-to. 😀)
Really, his claw just happened to puncture the fabric in just the wrong way, and then our combined weight ripped the fabric all the way across🥺 I'm just glad I was hanging pretty low, as I landed on concrete 😛
i think for a tent your looking for a teepee style tent for your headroom. also i would suggest something more along the lines of a sleep cot rather than an air matress to have a more rigid sitting position. or you can get something like this for the best of both worlds
I bought one of these for my son and it works just fine. Used it down to 13 degrees so far, and while cold, I think that 13 degrees (F) is really pushing this thing. I liked the way it snuggles the hammock too.
https://www.amazon.com/OneTigris-Hammock-Underquilt-Lightweight-Packable/dp/B01N95BEZU?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1
You are correct not everyone has the same needs. Most people want a hammock they can throw up and lay in. Fortunately for us pretty much every hammock on the planet fits the bill.
Why did I post this? because when I was looking for a hammock I wasted my money on an eno just like countless others on this sub. Why? because that is the default on here. It is the hammock that comes up over and over again. It doesn't come up over and over because it is a better product. It doesn't come up over and over because it is a good bang for the buck. It comes up because of marketing. Eno makes a fine product. My problem is that it literally costs 3x more than a comparable product. For the same money that I spent on an ENO I could have had a custom hammock from dutch, or for a third of the cost I could have had the same thing.
https://www.amazon.com/Outfitters-Camping-Portable-Parachute-Backpacking/dp/B01N01QLLR/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1497881571&sr=1-2&keywords=hammock
Why does this no name hammock have over 500 5 star reviews? It 1/3rd the price of an eno? I bet this $20 hammock would have done just as well as any eno. So why spend the money? Enos are made in China just like these hammocks. Why not keep your $40? You could also donate it to charity.
Anybody know if these are allowed this year again?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073PVYF7C/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1523220883&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=inflatable+couch&dpPl=1&dpID=51F4yLSe56L&ref=plSrch
Get one of these: TETON Sports Outfitter XXL Camping Cot - Limited Edition; Perfect for Base Camp and Hunting; Free Storage Bag Included https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GLGRVU8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sQWEyb5M7428D
I have a similar one made by a company that I'm not even sure exists anymore called Nebo Sports. From the pictures it looks identical. Mine's around 14 years old and holding up great. They're very comfortable, even more so if you throw a pad on top.
Carry your seat with you, links below.
If it is a groomed trail then you may be able to take a rollator with you. It helps with both walking and sitting. You can even get taller ones that let you walk fully upright.
I'm the same height and pretty much the same weight as you. I recently purchased a Winner Outdoors Hammock and couldn't be happier for the price. I bought it 2 months ago and have used it twice to camp with.
My only issue is that I'm new to hammock camping and I wake up far too much in the night, so it's not as good of a night's sleep than my tent. I'm hoping that'll change.
Good luck!
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What's in my personal Bug-out bag (BOB)?
I built my bag around 3 days of survival to get back to my 'shelter-in-place' if my vehicle or roads are inaccessible. Pro-tip: refill your gas tank at 1/2 empty
In my car, I always keep 1 case of WATER, extra glasses/sunglasses, a small sleeping bag, 3 days of food/snacks, WEATHER APPROPRIATE clothing/jacket/hat/gloves/shemagh/poncho and my hiking boots with 3pr of wool socks - I always carry 2xmulti-tool and 3-4xemergency power sources for my cellphone.
In the event that I abandon my car, I'll fill the Camelbak bladder in my BOB, bring a few extra water bottles (remember, your emergency rations require WATER), pack the food/snacks, emergency power, multi-tools, and ransack the car for any other gear; then, change into my weather appropriate hiking gear for travel.
In my BOB:
Small first aid kit, water purification tablets, sewing kit, 3x mylar survival blanket, 2xthermometer/compass/whistle combo, 1x100ft/1x25ft of 550 paracord, 4xflashlights (including headlamps with RED lenses (to protect your night vision), 2xmini-LED and high power LED CREE plus extra batteries), 2xspork, pot scrubber, ultralight cooking stove/2xfuel, tarp, bug spray, waterproof matches/striker and flint, personal hygiene gear (tootbrush/paste,hand sanitizer, camp soap, pack towel, toilet paper, cat hole shovel), physical map of your local CITY/STATE (dont rely on GPS or Internet), 22 p!st0l/suppress0r/50rds subsonic amm0, duct tape, assorted ZIP ties, 2x garbage bags, assorted ziploc baggies, folding saw, 4xbear bells.
(Notice the multiples on critical items because “Where there are two, there’s one. Where there’s one, there’s none.”)
Pro-tip: use the 25ft Paracord to suspend your BOB from a tree at night (hide your gear so it isnt stolen), then with 100ft, create a paracord 'security perimeter' approx 1ft off the ground with the bear bells as the alarm.... get a good night's rest because you'll need it.
What's missing from my BOB???
I intend to 'test my equipment load' this fall by camping 3 days/2nights.
FYI - There are differing schools of thought on 'what color of bug-out bag' - my friends dont like Camo colored bags (too 'military-like' might draw unnecessary attention). I have a digital camo 3-day assault bag because I got it cheap.
Thoughts and recommendations???
It was fun researching and gearing up for this trip. The seats were awesome to have and took up very little space.
The chairs we bought were much cheaper versions of the Helinox that seem to be almost exactly the same design. Moon Lence Chair - Amazon
I have a set of waterproof Ortlieb panniers for most of my gear, but my hammock is kind of large/long when folded up, so it sits on top of my rear-rack in a dry bag (similar to the Ortlieb rack top bag, but cheaper—and none of the pictures in the link show it, but the bag lays across the two panniers).
I don't think I own a backpack large enough, and I wouldn't want to wear a backpack through 50 miles of sweaty cycling anyway. Most bikepackers will use a seat bag (something like this) to keep the load slim and behind them for any narrow or overgrown paths; most bicycle touring (primarily roads instead of wilderness trails) is done with panniers on a rear cargo rack. Almost nobody wears a backpack if they can avoid it.
a double high air bed on top of a heavy duty cot? https://www.amazon.com/TETON-SPORTS-120A-Outfitter-Patented/dp/B01GLGRVU8/ref=asc_df_B01GLGRVU8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198072135009&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13900957673193773622&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009973&hvtargid=pla-317875325507&psc=1that's 19" add an airbed on top for additional height?
Yeah, Dutchware is a great choice. For a decent bug net, check out the Chill Gorilla one. It would be a tad cheaper.
https://www.amazon.com/CHILL-GORILLA-HELl-BUG-NET/dp/B06XRY73JS
And if you want to go really cheap, check Coleman or Coghlan's oversized nettings for around 10 bucks or so. You would have to improvise a little though.
https://www.amazon.com/Outfitters-Camping-Portable-Parachute-Backpacking/dp/B01N01QLLR/ref=sr_1_5?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1496780320&sr=1-5&keywords=hammock
My kids have a couple of these and they are nice and come with tree friendly straps, very inexpensive but nice.
Hello fellow lonely grad student! What I've done on weekends before is walk from Sac downtown to midtown, grab a coffee/beer on a patio somewhere and watch life go by outside. I'll sometimes bring my laptop to get some extra work done, but getting out of town for a bit does wonders for my mental health.
If you wanted to stay in Davis, a long walk/bike ride through the arboretum followed by a refreshing beverage downtown is also nice.
I have a relatively inexpensive hammock that I'll bring with me in my backpack, find a good shady spot to hang it up, and read and relax for a while. Davis has a ton of great parks with perfect spots for this. If you live anywhere near the Covell Greenbelt, I'd definitely recommend wandering around there. I've also found McKinley park in Sac to be a good option.
Throwing out an alternative to a hammock: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PWF537/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_04HTCbBK1BGEE
Easy to inflate, packs up pretty small and it’s comfy as hell.
I think that everyone has given good advice on the need for insulation underneath you which for the newbie is the easiest thing to be unaware of. If you have a sleeping pad and a tarp you have covered all your bases. You can always run a ridge line between your bike and something else if there aren't enough trees and at least you have shelter. If you want to just test out a hammock... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L618D2E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
For $15 bucks you can try out your setup and not be out too much$$ Good luck!
I got this one from Amazon. Setup was a breeze! I really like the lightspeed straps.
Holy shit. Don't spend $160 on a chair for your first motocamping trip! Here, people swear by this.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00Y2A6Z12/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?smid=AC8Q323FGRD88&psc=1
My general advice to people is to buy the absolute cheapest version of everything and then decide what you want to upgrade later. My $35 tent is still going strong after a full year, but I decided to upgrade my.mess kit after about 3 days.
And yeah, come on over to /r/motocamping. It's a great sub.
I have gotten this particular hammock for several friends and they have all LOVED it. Affordable, light-weight, packs easy, all the hardware that you need is included, and durable as hell. It's great getting pics from my friends in this hammock, in different spots around the world. ...and I feel like I have to say it... I do NOT work for this company in any way whatsoever... just passing along a gift idea that has worked well for me.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GCKAPLK/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1491976966&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hammock&th=1&psc=1
Hammock! The best way to relax in the forest! Weekend 1!! <3
Winner Outfitters Double Camping Hammock - Lightweight Nylon Portable Hammock, Best Parachute Double Hammock For Backpacking, Camping, Travel, Beach, Yard. 118"(L) x 78"(W), Sky Blue/Blue Color https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GCKAPLK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IHlDCb7JPK9HM
I updated my setup in the end, dropped the all in one hammock for a double hammock and bought a separate bug net. It costs more, but it is more practical and still better than the premade sets in my opinion.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/WildHorn-Outfitters-Adjustable-Litespeed-Suspension/dp/B011W0VEOC
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hammock-Bliss-Mosquito-Ultimate-Sleeping/dp/B0002Q2GJ0
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B019DC9II0
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B073J9GDXS
I'm camping on my own for now, because my gf isn't particularly convinced by the idea of sleeping in a hammock (she prefers to sleep in a tent), but I'll definitely keep your advice in mind once it gets to it.
I use these. Easy to set up and compact but holds my phone, id and wallet. No lugging a big ass chair around lol
Sportneer Portable Lightweight Folding Camping Chair for Backpacking, Hiking, Picnic https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ID8UHRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MueLDbQH29SGZ
I refuse to participate. This is the type of consumerism that is ruining the moral fiber of I just bought this hammock for $20.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N01QLLR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Or one of these. I sleep in this every night and love it!
check out /r/hammockcamping
I am in a similar position as you so I can't really claim to be an expert, but from what i have read:
you need something under the hammock or between you and the bottom of the hammock. you have 2 options. option 1 is a sleeping pad. you may have one from your camping days so that would be cheap as in free. or you can go with an underquilt. which is kinda like a sleeping bag that goes under your hammock. I recently bought this one supposedly good down to 5C. hoping to get a chance to test it out in my garage this weekend.
https://smile.amazon.com/Premium-Outdoor-Hammock-Carabiners-Included/dp/B01M1EQCZO
I'd recommend this hammock instead. It's 11 feet long instead of 10 feet for the other one. Longer means it's easier for you to get a good, flat, diagonal lie. I have a 10 foot single and it's great when I need to go lighter or want to use my mummypod, but an 11 foot double hammock is waaaaay more comfortable with an underquilt and top quilt.
Cheap summer underquilt, good down to about 40: https://smile.amazon.com/OneTigris-Hammock-Underquilt-Lightweight-Packable/dp/B01N95BEZU
Any blanket or an unzipped sleeping bag will work, but if you want a dedicated one: https://smile.amazon.com/SnugPak-Jungle-Blanket-Survival-Polyester/dp/B07BGY8WW2
That snugpak blanket is probably a bit warm but easy to hang your feet or knees out of and let it vent.
Another thing you could do to save money is if your sleeping bag has two zippers you can unzip the foot end and run your hammock through the bag. Sleeping on top of your bag inside the hammock is pointless because you'll compress the insulation and get a cold butt. Running the hammock through the bag will force you to lay inline like a banana but you will probably stay pretty warm on the cheap. It's way more comfortable to use a dedicated underquilt, though.
Helinox Chair One clone for $32 that's 24oz if you don't use the carry sack. I've been using one for 2 years with great success.
It is 8oz lighter than the real Chair One that sells for $100, but not as light as the BA Chair Zero (16oz) that sells for $120.
>https://www.amazon.com/Lawson-Hammock-Camping-Rainfly-Included/dp/B000YLIX7W
The biggest difference is in the lay flat design. The Lawson hammock has a rainfly, netting, and lots of similar features but you'll still get the arched "banana" feeling. With Haven you are laying completely flat.
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Better is entirely subjective. Do you want a brand that everyone else has or are you fine being a lone wolf? I've had a Hammaka Double for 10 years and never once had an issue with it. I've heard people recommend the Bear Butt Double too.
+1 for the double, whatever brand you get. It's nice to have the extra diagonal space if you're tall.
Slack line is for fun for the kids.
Eno is the best camping hammock.
Did you check Amazon though?
https://www.amazon.com/Yes4All-HZPY-Ultra-Light-Hammocks/dp/B00L618D2E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1473694314&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=hammock&amp;refinements=p_89%3AYes4All
there's a link to my cheapass hammock. Its not a fantastic ahmmock when compared to the nice ones, but it works, its easy and cheap enough to not worry about, and at that price its hard to argue with its quality.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PVYF7C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1FzgDbY2THMGQ
WEKAPO Inflatable Lounger Air Sofa Hammock-Portable,Water Proof& Anti-Air Leaking Design-Ideal Couch for Backyard Lakeside Beach Traveling Camping Picnics & Music Festivals https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PVYF7C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vTwgDbQHAR5C6
Not tech but there are some great Hammocks that you can get on Amazon for $20-30. They easily fit in your bag and you can set up/take down in 5 minutes! Just make sure you get one with straps (like this one) and not ropes since that's what make them so versatile and easy to setup.
Now anytime you see two trees you can setup your hammock and relax!
I'm looking at this one, people seem to really like this company
How does this compare to Lawson's Hammock tent?
https://www.amazon.com/Lawson-Hammock-Camping-Rainfly-Included/dp/B000YLIX7W
For tent, I am a huuuuge fan of the new Big Agnes Tiger Wall. It is a mix between the Copper Spur and the Fly Creek...packs small, carries very light, and is super nice no matter what kind of camping you are doing.
Big Agnes Tiger Wall Tent
For an air mattress, there are many on the market but IMHO the best compromise of weight, packed space, and weight is this one:
Thermarest NeoAir MAX SV Air Mattress
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Also, while you're looking for cool camp stuff, grab a pair of these camp chairs instead of the traditional ones people get...way smaller and imho just as comfy:
Moon Lence Ultralight Camp Chair
grab a couple of these for longer supercharger stops. Especially if there is not much around .
https://www.amazon.com/WEKAPO-Inflatable-Hammock-Portable-Design-Ideal-Traveling/dp/B073PWF537/ref=sr_1_5?crid=29PR89H0Z8MEE&keywords=inflatable+lounge+chair&qid=1550078504&s=gateway&sprefix=infatable+lounge+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-5
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https://www.amazon.com/Sportneer-Portable-Lightweight-Folding-Backpacking/dp/B01ID8UHRQ
Don't park in the hotels themselves. $60-$70 per NIGHT. I used ParkWhiz to get <$40 parking all week at a garage 2 miles NW of my hotel (I'm at Magnificent Mile). Uber to hotel once each way for luggage. Use a public transit weekly pass for $30/pp to get to the con and anywhere else. Huge savings right there.
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And to answer your main question, like someone else said...save ALL of the money lol. I'm budgeting so hard for this, and all the little things add up (including travel costs). Surprisingly a big one is food for my wife and I. You'd be shocked at how fast that adds up, if you at least want to enjoy a few good culinary treats in the area. I have $400 put aside for guests (which I know is not enough haha), $500 for general spending (still not enough) and $600 for food (is this even enough? *sweats and panics*). Hopefully will have more before then, but its good to have solid numbers when approaching this to keep you from going on a spending spree outside the budget (which is super easy to do at Celebration).
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Really decide the types of things you want and focus on that. Funko pops (should you win their lottery)? Artwork? Figures? There's a ton of things to buy. Pick your battles. Also on the last day, most vendors will haggle prices with you so they don't have to lug a bunch of stuff home from the con. The tradeoff is that you might miss out on something you really wanted by that time. The nice thing is with the preview day on Thursday, you can get your 'official store' merch and then work with your remaining budget the rest of the con.
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One thing that I've heard helps with budgeting is setting aside X amount of dollars per day for spending. Use cash if you can. Last Celebration there was a huge influx of people who had their card #'s stolen due to RFID scanners. If you need to use credit/debit, get a RFID wallet just for this.
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Sorry for the novel. I'm just pumped that we're getting closer to this. Less than 2 months!
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PS - Get one of these for the line waiting. Best investment ever. https://www.amazon.com/Sportneer-Portable-Lightweight-Folding-Backpacking/dp/B01ID8UHRQ/ref=cm\_cr\_arp\_d\_product\_top?ie=UTF8&amp;th=1
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Sure, but I won't recommend JUST a hammock.
Sorbus Brazilian Double Hammock - Cotton: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HIVH2NG
It's Cotton so it will shrink and stretch. Very good for spring and fall.
Double Camping Hammock - XL Parachute material: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017MHJTGY
Doesn't stretch as much, but is really good quality and comes with a good atlas strap set and heavy-duty carabineers for hammocking outside.
I also recommend getting a 8-10ft portable hammock stand for inside. It's the most expensive part, but if you need to move, rent (no hole drilling allowed), or use hotels a lot, it's worth it.
Here's a decent bug-net if you need it, it's quite big though: Chill Gorilla OH Hell NO! 11' Bug net https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XRY73JS
And get an underquilt for winter. Even inside it gets chilly because the hammock doesn't provide insulation like a bed does. I used those curly/stretchy shoelaces instead of the flimsy elastic straps that came with this underquilt: UBOWAY Hammock Underquilt - Packable Full Length Under Blanket, Camping Quilt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0742CKTGV
I recommend getting 2 hammocks so that you have one ready to go when you wash the other. Wash everything once, and try hammocking outside in cool weather once to get the hang of it.
I slept for about a day when I laid in my hammock the first time. It cured my insomnia! Also, I lost weight and can handle colder temperatures for some reason, not sure if it's the hammock or my insomnia being cured that caused this to happen.
Edit: also, get a big sleeping bag instead of a blanket. The blanket will always end up on the floor or at your feet for some reason. IDK why it happens, just trust me on this
I second this. At your height, you're probably going to want to go for an 11ft hammock, and definitely nothing shorter than 10ft (which many of the ones on Amazon are).
If I were you, I'd take a serious look at one of these Wildhorn Outfitters "Outpost I" hammocks. I don't have any experience with them personally, but the review score is solid and $40 for an 11ft hammock w/ aluminum/wire-gate carabiners AND a cinch buckle suspension system is a pretty fantastic deal.
I own and love my "winner outfitters" double. I bought the straps as well.. TBH I can't imagine using it without the straps. Seems like a total pain in the butt without them. here it is on amazon
I just ordered a 'chill gorilla 11ft net from amazon, it was 40 bucks when i use it i will let you how it worked out if your interested
CHILL GORILLA OH HELl NO! 11' BUG NET - Fits ALL Camping Hammocks. Compact, Lightweight. Fast Easy Setup. Size 132”(L) x 51”(W) Essential Camping and Survival Gear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XRY73JS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.CQlzb5HDAVWF
I usually leave these chairs at home when backpacking, but I have brought them a few times. It comes in handy when you know the park doesn't have anything to sit on besides wet logs. When I go car camping I bring full sized camping chairs. Like this.
https://www.amazon.com/Quik-Portable-Folding-Carrying-Storage/dp/B07J5R75Y7?ref_=Oct_BSellerC_3734151_2&amp;pf_rd_p=0cc5a051-2e66-5494-a5cb-00ec0d4ed526&amp;pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-10&amp;pf_rd_t=101&amp;pf_rd_i=3734151&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_r=V3TPF9Q1NEJCG958AKCR&amp;pf_rd_r=V3TPF9Q1NEJCG958AKCR&amp;pf_rd_p=0cc5a051-2e66-5494-a5cb-00ec0d4ed526
They also make ones without arms that are even more compact.