REI Quarter Dome Air Hammock?

**TrailSlug** · 03-28-2017, 09:44

Originally Posted by sideshow-b

The one thing I read in the youtube comments to the Nature Calls review was that tarp is not big enough, however that isn't a deal breaker for me.

If the tarp isn't usable then you may as well bet a tried and true Warbonnet Ridgerunner and add a tarp.

**sideshow-b** · 03-28-2017, 10:05

Originally Posted by TrailSlug

If the tarp isn't usable then you may as well bet a tried and true Warbonnet Ridgerunner and add a tarp.

I can always upgrade the tarp if its the only lacking piece. For the price it cant be beat. A WBRR + accessories is almost double the price as the Quarter Dome Hammock, even at 200 with a possible sub-par tarp I think its a great deal

**Zilla** · 03-28-2017, 11:32

Not for me!

**dakotaross** · 03-28-2017, 12:58

Originally Posted by dakotaross

...insulation? I don't want to take that for granted, I'd like to see what its like with a pad in it, or how well a std UQ connects. Probably not much of an issue, though.

Originally Posted by Koolranch

I don't understand all the fuss over insulation? If REI overlooked it who cares, everyone on here understands you need it and probably has a under quilt ect. With regards to the tarp it looks sufficient for standard NC rain. It's a heck of a lot more coverage than a asym tarp. If I am worried will deploy the cuben tarp with doors which will probably enrage people. With 20% off and my $25 dollar dividend it puts it at $150. That's a great price. To all you silent people cowering in the corner because the establishment is bashing this product don't worry about others opinion buy what work for you and have fun.

Its not that REI overlooked it, its just that laying in the hammock is one thing, using it with some sort of insulation can be different and I would like to have seen in the video how well it worked with a standard pad, and with UQ attached. Agreed with you though that its probably not much of an issue - should be able to use either effectively.

Don't get me wrong, I think this is a great setup. A lot like the HH pkg except with a hex tarp instead of diamond, though you do have the choice of a much larger hex with HH. The hammock is $175 to you, too, seeing as you could spend that $25 anywhere you wanted to in the store. That's a good price for a hammock/tarp package. For me, I'd be paying for the hammock only which makes it a little pricier to me, but still compares well to other bridge hammocks like the RR & JRB-BM.

p.s. there is no "establishment" on this forum; just individuals expressing opinions, though in the case of this product, its largely opinions of an unknown product. Not bashing as much as unfounded concerns, at worst. At best, voice of experience with a multitude of products to be taken as one person's opinion only of this new product, for which we're all trying to get to know.

**dakotaross** · 03-28-2017, 13:05

Originally Posted by sideshow-b

...A WBRR + accessories is almost double the price as the Quarter Dome Hammock, even at 200 with a possible sub-par tarp I think its a great deal

What are you smokin'? If you figure $10 shipping, the comparable RR is $200. Not saying it isn't a great deal for someone who wants the pkg for $220 retail - it is, and even more so with the 20% - but let's not exaggerate things. The REI hammock doesn't come with "accessories", so it shouldn't be compared as such.

**sideshow-b** · 03-28-2017, 15:49

Originally Posted by dakotaross

What are you smokin'? If you figure $10 shipping, the comparable RR is $200. Not saying it isn't a great deal for someone who wants the pkg for $220 retail - it is, and even more so with the 20% - but let's not exaggerate things. The REI hammock doesn't come with "accessories", so it shouldn't be compared as such.

Just the green stuff

But what I meant was, the REI model is $200 for hammock, tarp, carabiners, and straps. A Warbonnet Ridge Runner is $205 for the double layer, another $140/$180 for a matching tarp, and extra for guy lines and carabiners. So that can add up to a lot more comparatively.

I have no problem paying more for quality products and package, and I am still seriously considering the Warbonnet Line- its been my favorite in all my research. At the same time, as my first hammock setup, I think a whole package setup from REI is a great option as well, especially.

**Koolranch** · 03-28-2017, 17:57

Originally Posted by dakotaross

Its not that REI overlooked it, its just that laying in the hammock is one thing, using it with some sort of insulation can be different and I would like to have seen in the video how well it worked with a standard pad, and with UQ attached. Agreed with you though that its probably not much of an issue - should be able to use either effectively.

Don't get me wrong, I think this is a great setup. A lot like the HH pkg except with a hex tarp instead of diamond, though you do have the choice of a much larger hex with HH. The hammock is $175 to you, too, seeing as you could spend that $25 anywhere you wanted to in the store. That's a good price for a hammock/tarp package. For me, I'd be paying for the hammock only which makes it a little pricier to me, but still compares well to other bridge hammocks like the RR & JRB-BM.

p.s. there is no "establishment" on this forum; just individuals expressing opinions, though in the case of this product, its largely opinions of an unknown product. Not bashing as much as unfounded concerns, at worst. At best, voice of experience with a multitude of products to be taken as one person's opinion only of this new product, for which we're all trying to get to know.

In this video he goes over the UQ and other stuff.

https://youtu.be/qhRP1U1SdcQ

**Mogollon Monster** · 03-30-2017, 21:24

I just got mine. Sleeping in it tonight for the first time. Max and I are doing a full review and we're doing a head to head comparison with the Ridgerunner. Initial impressions are very surprising.

**hewittdallas** · 03-30-2017, 22:17

Originally Posted by Mogollon Monster

I just got mine. Sleeping in it tonight for the first time. Max and I are doing a full review and we're doing a head to head comparison with the Ridgerunner. Initial impressions are very surprising.

I look forward to your review!

**JustinHEMI** · 03-31-2017, 10:26

Originally Posted by Koolranch

I don't understand all the fuss over insulation? If REI overlooked it who cares, everyone on here understands you need it and probably has a under quilt ect. With regards to the tarp it looks sufficient for standard NC rain. It's a heck of a lot more coverage than a asym tarp. If I am worried will deploy the cuben tarp with doors which will probably enrage people. With 20% off and my $25 dollar dividend it puts it at $150. That's a great price. To all you silent people cowering in the corner because the establishment is bashing this product don't worry about others opinion buy what work for you and have fun.

Hyperbole much? I've seen no bashing nor people cowering to an establishment.

Anyway, I watched both of those videos and it's definitely an intriguing hammock and it's nice to have more options.