Clark/Junlge Hammock

**zdubb** · 01-09-2020, 15:51

What is your opinion on the clark hammock/Jungle Hammock? I know you cant get them right now, but I am curious of your opinions.

**carmen2kayak** · 01-09-2020, 18:58

I used one for about 10 years but I sold it a couple of years ago. I thought it was very well made and bomb proof. However, they are short and less comfortable as a result. I am 5'6" tall /130 lbs and when I bought my WB XLC 2.0 I was amazed at how much more comfortable it was. My Clark was not uncomfortable, but it was not nearly as comfortable as my 11 foot XLC.

Hope that helps.

**Marine2000** · 01-09-2020, 22:34

I’ve had one since 2007 but like carmen2 said they aren’t very big. I too moved to a warbonnet XLC and it was like moving from the trailer park to the gated community

they are incredibly durable though and I had no complaints other than the amount of space. I’m 6’2”, 200 pounds and that Hammock was not designed for someone of my size.

**Tikker** · 01-09-2020, 22:58

This guy is a bit of a shill, but it does look like a fantastic sleep system with his clark.

**Brommeland** · 02-24-2020, 21:12

Originally Posted by Tikker

This guy is a bit of a shill, but it does look like a fantastic sleep system with his clark.

This video gave me the impression that the Clark design is flat like a bridge, but in looking at it, it seems to be a variant of a GE design. How flat do they lay? Any issues with knee hyper-extension or calf ridge? Can you lay straight down the center (like a bridge) with an air mat, or are they meant for a diagonal lay? I'm looking for something like a Ridgerunner, but wide enough for a guy 6'2" 250# with shoulders like a Wookie to use with an inflatable pad. Is this it? Thanks to all who reply.

**Mooseman** · 02-25-2020, 00:04

Don't have one but would love to try a Clark someday.

Here's the latest news if you haven't heard. Company sold to Dutch so should be the same quality that Gary had. Also maybe some newer added models and improvements to come.

> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmKw...bTGENFLw4hTOlc

**barchetta** · 03-05-2020, 13:16

Originally Posted by Brommeland

This video gave me the impression that the Clark design is flat like a bridge, but in looking at it, it seems to be a variant of a GE design. How flat do they lay? Any issues with knee hyper-extension or calf ridge? Can you lay straight down the center (like a bridge) with an air mat, or are they meant for a diagonal lay? I'm looking for something like a Ridgerunner, but wide enough for a guy 6'2" 250# with shoulders like a Wookie to use with an inflatable pad. Is this it? Thanks to all who reply.

They are definitely meant to be slept in on a diagonal. I've had a nx-250 in the past and currently have a nx-270. Not the largest (longest) hammock on the market but they are very comfortable IMO. Not much in the way of calf pressure but they are a bit tricky to hang. Installing a ridgeline on one helps for sure.

**pro2type** · 01-11-2020, 08:21

I'm 6'3" and have no problems with the king-size Clark NX-270. It is the only system you simply buy and put up without a lot of add ons needed. Very impressive system.

Right now Clark are sold to a new owner, and are expected to be up and running soon.

**Shug** · 01-11-2020, 08:57

My buddy Hickery sure likes his Clark. He carries it about half the time.
Shug

**barchetta** · 01-21-2020, 18:55

I love my Clark nx-270 and am 5'10" 190 pounds. My coldest night out have been sent in my Clark. Nowadays I only really use it in the summer on canoe/kayak trip since it's usually warm enough in the Clark to not use any underquilt.