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Boundary Waters Quetico Forum Group Forum: BWCA Hanging Choosing a hammock/ brand comparison |
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02/05/2015 08:32PM
I'm a Boy Scout so I am camping on weekends quite often but I also do longer trips in the summer ranging from 1-2 weeks and I'm looking for something affordable (200 dollars or less) that is light weight and pack able, has good bug protection, and excellent rain protection. From my research I've mostly been looking at eno, Hennessy, and warbonnet. I was also would like a comparison between the three.
02/05/2015 10:10PM
I only know the Warbonnet blackbird so can't comment on the others. What I know is that you won't be disappointed if you go this route. The blackbird is $175 and doesn't come with a tarp but you can go cheap on that until you save enough for something like their Superfly.
what do I like about the Blackbird? They are handmade in Colorado by a guy who knows hanging. the shelf and footbox are two outstanding features. theres also a built in fabric layer under you if you want to slide in a pad. and most important - I sleep great with lots of room inside.
Here's a pic of mine in the BW.
what do I like about the Blackbird? They are handmade in Colorado by a guy who knows hanging. the shelf and footbox are two outstanding features. theres also a built in fabric layer under you if you want to slide in a pad. and most important - I sleep great with lots of room inside.
Here's a pic of mine in the BW.
"Life is not about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." --- George Bernard Shaw
02/06/2015 10:05AM
I own both a WBBB, and an ENO. I started with the ENO when I knew nothing about hammocks. While more pricey, the WBBB is definitely worth the investment. IMO, it is easier to find a good hang, the integrated mosquito net is fantastic, the footbox makes finding a good lay wonderful, and I also love the gearbox. Also, Brandon custom makes them so if you have questions, you can ask him.
Also suggest that you go to hammockforums.net for any questions about hammocks, hanging, and ideas....
Oh, and this is what the view from a hammock can look like in the BWCA....
Also suggest that you go to hammockforums.net for any questions about hammocks, hanging, and ideas....
Oh, and this is what the view from a hammock can look like in the BWCA....
02/06/2015 04:07PM
Just did a search for the terms "hennesey" and "warbonnet".
Here are two of the many search results:
1) Eno/Hennesey/Warbonnet discussion
2) Hennesey vs. Warbonnet discussion
It seems as if lots of folks start with the Eno, then move to the Hennesey and eventually end up in a Warbonnet.
Here are two of the many search results:
1) Eno/Hennesey/Warbonnet discussion
2) Hennesey vs. Warbonnet discussion
It seems as if lots of folks start with the Eno, then move to the Hennesey and eventually end up in a Warbonnet.
"I go because it irons out the wrinkles in my soul" -- Sigurd Olson
02/06/2015 04:55PM
i have had a hennessy expedition asym, for over ten years and it's still going strong.
I did upgrade to a larger tarp.
I also had a side zipper put on it, as it was the bottom entry type.
my motto- if it's still working well-keep it.
I did upgrade to a larger tarp.
I also had a side zipper put on it, as it was the bottom entry type.
my motto- if it's still working well-keep it.
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