Originally Posted by
hutzelbein
A Handy Hammock stand might work in Ireland. I don't think the wind will be a problem; rocky ground (or pebbles in the ground) has been my biggest problem with the HH stand. Also, it's a PITA to set up, and I'm not sure how well it works with longer hammocks. If I were to do this trip, I'd probably grumble a lot but take a tent.
Where are you planning to go? I have lived in Ireland for a couple of years and traveled all over the island. That's why I would be too scared to cycle there :) The roads are narrow and the drivers drive like the devil. I switched to hill-walking after a couple of cycle tours.