Let's talk about the Hammock Tent 90 deg Gamma UL

[biggy]

I like this HammockTent but it lacks the sit-up/recline feature that I love about the AMOK. Nothing like being on a solo trip just sitting up in comfort and enjoying the Backwood Hood.
Though this HammockTent sure is super light and that is right good. The AMOK has the weight of a Clark hammock and both are full of features.
Shug

I find sitting cross legged very comfortable in it. Granted you can't lean back like the amok but I find the 90 ° is nicely balanced and it's no problem sitting in it towards the entrance.

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[Shug]

I find sitting cross legged very comfortable in it. Granted you can't lean back like the amok but I find the 90 ° is nicely balanced and it's no problem sitting in it towards the entrance.

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That is good to know. Due to old knees I can't do cross-legged for very long!
Nice to have info on this hammock.
Shug

[GI_Weezy]

Weight limit 220lbs...count me out

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[Redearmedia]

In this video shows how you can sit in it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEqiLZQcQKk

[millergear]

How about a tarp like the Yukon Outfitters MG-rainfly1G Walkabout Rainfly, turned 90 degrees from it's usual orientation? At 11 ft 10 inches x 9 ft 4 inches (measured diagonally) seems it would provide good coverage. And at 14 ounces it is a reasonably light weight alternative. And very inexpensive when available on Woot for about $25. ($45 now on Ebay)

[BigE94]

Weight limit 220lbs...count me out

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Yeah my first thought watching video was "sure is a skinny fella in that thing".

[GregfromHolland]

Hi there,
This is my very first post after lurking for some time already.

My name is Greg, I'm from Holland and I have the hammocktent 90degree hammock.

Sofar I only had did a short test to see if I can manage getting it hanging and to see if my tarp fits.

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So, I only did a short test hang, hope to do an overnight really soon.
Some comments on the hammock:

I's my first hammock. I opted for this one because it seemed to be a nice flat lay which I think I prefer. The Amok Draumr was an option, but I found it too heavy and too bulky.

-I don't think this hammock fits large people. I am 1.80 meter (if I take a deep breath) and I fit perfectly. (5.9 ft?) I would not recommend it to longer people.
-I have the Rab Siltarp III, it fits well I think, but I am not sure if it is a nice full protection in heavy wind and rain. especially when the wind changes it's direction.
-If the trees are far apart, more than 4 meters, (13ft?) the tree straps have to go up high, and it can interfere with the tarp ridgeline. Meaning the tarp will be higher than prefered. At least that's what I think form the first test run.
-the view from the hammock is good.
- sitting in it works best without the pad. I use the Exped synmat 7ul
-It lays comfortable with and without the pad, but without you have to deal with a bit of harmonica effect when changing position.
- I am not abig fan yet for the two ring contruction to suspend it. getting to loosen up again is a pain in the a.

Anyway,
I will say hello on the introductionforumpage,

many greetings all the way from the Netherlands!
Greg

[happydensity]

Thanks Greg! Helpful info for someone eyeballing this hammock.

[QFT]

Excellent, Greg. Thank you for the info! Super helpful to know that a 10x12 tarp provides decent coverage.

[GI_Weezy]

Those look really cool, be sure to let us know how you first overnight goes!

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