I was a backpacker years ago (in the 70s) and did a lot of day hikes and vacation camping with the family when the kids were growing up. All that was with tents. Now, at 73, I find myself needing something somewhat physical to do. Why not some backpacking? As it is a lot harder getting up than getting down, A hammock seems preferable to a tent.

I am 6' tall and around 220# (hoping the hiking will take some of that off). I bought a Onewind 11 ft. with bottom entry bugnet to see if I could get in and out and if I liked sleeping in the air. I am planning to buy decent but budget quilts and tarp and am hoping you guys can guide me in the right direction on those.

I have barely skimmed some of the content here and am impressed with the shear volume. Thanks for having me, I look forward to the journey down this rabbit hole.