{"id":647,"date":"2018-08-23T04:47:49","date_gmt":"2018-08-23T04:47:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/survivaljar.com\/?p=647"},"modified":"2018-08-23T04:47:49","modified_gmt":"2018-08-23T04:47:49","slug":"hammock-camping-for-two-tips-tricks-benefits-double-nest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/survivaljar.com\/hammock-camping-for-two-tips-tricks-benefits-double-nest\/","title":{"rendered":"Hammock camping for two, tips tricks and benefits of a double nest"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are after a two person or a single hammock then you have come to the right place. We will go over some of the more important aspects of hammock design so you can buy the right type of hammock for your needs.<\/p>\n

Also, we will make it easy for you to set up your first double hammock in only a matter of minutes rather\u00a0than half an hour. Many people think that it is easy to set up a hammock – Its only two pieces of string right! – Wrong, a whole lot more goes into it like angles and slope length which many people simply disregard and will then have a restless sleep.<\/p>\n

Two person hammock camping<\/h2>\n

Sleeping options, while you are out camping, are wide and varied. You can sleep in a tent or on top of a foam role up mattress. You can use a blow-up bed or a role out swag. You can even sleep in your car if the seats lay back far enough.<\/p>\n

But one of my favorite lazing around sleeping options is using a two-person parachute hammock. Not only are they good for you and your best mate, but they are great for larger people. There is a whole lot more fabric and you and you can really get comfortable in them.<\/p>\n

With a hammock, you only need a couple of trees to set up your bed. If you bring a tarp then you don’t even need a tent. We still bring our Coleman 8 person tent<\/a> for when it starts to rain. This makes the tarp\/hammock combo a very practical fast set up an essential part of a kit for a mobile bug out bag. As a survivalist, this can be the difference between comfort and just being miserable on a camping trip.<\/p>\n

Hammock camping for two best friends is just about as simple and easy as it gets. All you need is your hammock and a tarp if it rains. So let’s check out some tips and tricks to make your setup as easy as possible.<\/p>\n

Hammock Hanging tips and tricks<\/h2>\n

Most people start off with just using the rope or cordage that comes with your hammock. For a faster deployment invest in a set of tree straps.<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"\"\u00a0I use a set from ENO called Atlas tree straps<\/a>, this makes putting up a 2 person hammock take less than a few minutes. They are 9 feet long so you can wrap them around some fairly big trees.<\/p>\n

To use them just wrap one around a tree and loop one end back into themselves, gravity will do the rest to hold them in place. If you want to save money a set of car tie down ratchet straps will also do the job. Just make sure they are rated for the weight of two people.<\/p>\n

The advantages of using a strap rather than rope or paracord are the damage these thin nylon ropes can do to the tree as it cuts into them. As well as the speed in putting up your hammock. You can also make quick adjustments on the fly.<\/p>\n

Single vs Double Hammock Camping for two<\/h2>\n

Many people are confused about what type of hammock they need. We have put together a table shown below some of the specifications you should look for when purchasing a quality hammock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Specifications<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSingle<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/td>\nDouble<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/td>\nDouble<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brand<\/strong><\/td>\nWise Owl Outfitter Single Hammock<\/strong><\/td>\nWinner Outfitters 2 person parachute camping Hammock<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nEagles Nest Outfitters ENO DoubleNest Hammock<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best of the Best<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/a>\"\"<\/td>\n\"hammock<\/a>\"\"<\/td>\n\"Sleeping<\/a>\"\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Weight<\/strong><\/td>\n16oz or 1lbs<\/td>\n1.4 pounds without rope and carabiners. 2.3 lbs with.<\/td>\n19 ounces or 1.18lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Size<\/strong><\/td>\nUnfolded\u00a09ft long by 4 1\/2 ft wide<\/td>\nUnfolded\u00a0118\u201d(Long) x 78\u201d(Wide)<\/td>\nFolded\u00a05″ x 5″<\/p>\n

Unfolded\u00a09′ 4″ x 6′ 2″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Maximum Load<\/strong><\/td>\n400 Lbs<\/td>\n500 Pounds (226)<\/td>\n400 Pounds (181 kg)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/strong><\/td>\nHigh-quality heavy-duty 210T parachute nylon fabric<\/td>\n210T nylon parachute fabric<\/td>\n70D High Tenacity Nylon Taffeta<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accessories<\/strong><\/td>\nIt\u00a0comes with carabiners attached to each end and two 8 ft ropes to hang it up. No tree straps. Instructions on how to tie knots.<\/td>\n\u00a0Two Heavy duty ropes each 137\u201d long, two tree-hugging straps each 52\u201dLong x 1\u201d Wide and two solid steel carabiners.<\/td>\nCarry bag,\u00a0Aluminum Wiregate Carabiners,\u00a0nautical grade line with stainless-steel snap links. Tree straps not included.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Colors<\/strong><\/td>\nBlack, grey, red blue, and green<\/td>\nGree, yellow, red, and blue.<\/td>\nWith over 30 different colors there is one for everyone’s taste.<\/p>\n

Red, yellow blue, green, maroon, orange, purple, neon, grey, camo, and the list goes on.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Our Pick<\/strong><\/td>\nBest single camping hammock for the price.<\/td>\nBest Double hammock due to the low price, the large maximum load of 500 lbs. Excellent added features like the included tree straps. \u2665\u2665\u2665<\/span><\/td>\nVery popular hammock camping for two but let down due to fewer features and no tree strap.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Where to Buy<\/strong><\/td>\n\"\"<\/a><\/td>\n\"\"<\/a><\/td>\n\"\"<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Hanging a Hammock accessories and angles<\/h2>\n

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The recommended hang angle for\u00a0each strap is between 30-45 45 deg. This is not an exact science but it will give you a more restful, comfortable sleep. Just eyeball it and if required shorten or lengthen your straps. An easy way to work out your angles is 1\/2 of 90deg is 45deg. Take a little bit more off and you will be sweet.<\/p>\n

Here are some common angles and lengths for your hammock setup that will get you in the ballpark. Some hammocks are different in length and weight sag so tailor the setup first for your comfort.<\/p>\n