Technically I guess you're right, any hammock can go to the ground. But the Lawson has two shock-corded arch poles so functions as more of a traditional tent/bivy on the ground without needing ridge...
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Technically I guess you're right, any hammock can go to the ground. But the Lawson has two shock-corded arch poles so functions as more of a traditional tent/bivy on the ground without needing ridge...
Is nice to have the option to use on the ground when there aren't suitable trees available.
It breaks down in the stuff sack to approx. 22" x 6" and 4lbs including poles, rainfly, etc., so similar to a lot of 2 person tents. As mentioned, several modifications can be made for reducing...
Thanks for sharing!
Great video with awesome insight/info. Really appreciate you posting. Lawson Hammock (Blue Ridge Camping Hammock) tent hammocks are the best and love that they are so versatile, can be used on the...
Just a heads up that if you take the arch poles out, you can used it during the day as an open hammock. Just lay on top of the bug net or flip the hammock over.
Just fyi, Lawson Hammock is based out of Raleigh, NC if you want to add their location.
Here's a great, recent review of Lawson Hammock's Blue Ridge Camping Hammock. Contains a video which is helpful. It was done by a guy in the UK who apparently knows hammocks very well. He seems to...
Here's another review/video of the Lawson Hammock. Good stuff. Love mine. http://www.ukpreppersguide.co.uk/best-camping-and-hiking-hammock
I would suggest using one of those silver emergency/space blankets. They're small, light weight and help to insulate really well. I've used one in my Blue Ridge Camping Hammock (Lawson Hammock) and...
How can you not have Lawson Hammocks, Blue Ridge Camping Hammock as a choice. By far my favorite!
I saw the mention of Lawsons Blue Ridge Camping Hammock in Backpacker too. I've used one for years and it's great. Comes with rainfly, bugnetting and can also be used on the ground as a bivy. Have...
I've used Lawsons BRCH many times and on the AT. It not necessairly great for backcountry but it's still as light as most single person tents, plus it eliminates the need for a ground tarp. It comes...