I am looking for a new hammock to cover camping, backpacking needs and my prior set up was the ubiquitous ENO with a ENO bug net. I am fairly flexible about the new set up and open to suggestions.
My thoughts are I should pretty easy to please since the ENO has worked for me. I only have a very few "requirements".
I definitely want a bug net of some sort and prefer one that covers the entire hammock. The current ENO bug net is a Guardian (I think) and I have slept using this bug net with no issues even with plenty of mosquitoes around. I have heard of folks having issues with getting bitten through the bottom fabric but since the ENO Guardian covers the entire set up this is a non issue.
The other thing I'd like is some sort of drab color like a olive green or brown or similar.
The 3rd thing I would like is one light enough for weight conscious backpacking.
My general usage would be overnight in mostly mild/moderate weather with nighttime temps down to say 40 degrees. I've used a sleeping pad and sleeping bag in the ENO and although it was a bit tight I did fine at temps around 45-50. Most of the time I would be in warm to hot conditions (where I believe hammocks are the way to go for camping) but I do want the flexibility to have a sleeping pad, bag and possibility quilts if needed. I've got tarps so I am set there.
I eventually want a separate setup for car camping/backyard use but the backpacking hammock is my first priority.
I am open and hopeful for suggestions on this.
Thanks so much!
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