Hammocks

[Deuce]

I've had the Aire pad for all of two days, but I can definitely tell you it is very comfy. It also seems like it will hold up really well. Only time will tell, but I think I'm really going to be pleased with it. I know every review I've read has been positive. I just couldn't justify spending three times as much on a Paco no more than I'll get to use it. I'm not knocking Pacos; they just don't make sense for me. One thing to remember; while the pads do take up space, the ones built for rafting are designed to be deployed while the raft is under way (mine has grommets for tying down), so they can be used as seat cushions. Can't wait to press mine into service. Probably do something President's Day weekend.

[TBC]

I love my ENO's I have two, a double and a single. They are super light, can carry them just about anywhere. Comfy. You can throw them in the washer if they get too gross. The new designs are super cool too. They are built in with a sleeping bag and everything. I wouldn't trade mine for the world.

This ^ however I usually dont sleep in it. I have the Double ENO w/straps. Now I consider mice-elf a tree stocker. I have several places where we go it works perfect. With the straps you have a lot of options. They can reach trees quite a ways away from each other.

[Boog85]

I have a eagles nest and love it. However I would go for the Double nest. It is just more comfortable. I am almost 6'3 and thought hammock camping would be uncomfortable but it was just the opposite. Especiallly for late summer canoe/camping. When its too hot for a tent the hammock gets you off the ground and lets air flow beneath you. Add a rain fly or bug guard or go without. Perfect for River Camping!

[cate the rafter]

Update:
I ended up going with an Eagles Nest single. Also have the rain fly, bug net, and slap straps (the longer ones). I have yet to find a place where I can't set it up, there always seems to be two trees around that will work. I'm a small girl, so I think I would recommend a doublenest for any big burly guys.

Pros: I like the versatility of being able to choose which components I take/use. I.e: don't need the bug net in the cooler months, don't need the rain fly when it's nice out, can use just the hammock for day trips, etc. My man got the Hennessey and he has to take the whole thing. Also, I've been able to sleep down to 35 degrees, with an extra sleeping bag and a thermarest by cocooning myself in with the rainfly. The Hennessey's rain fly is smaller and doesn't lock wind or insulate as well.
I have never slept better on a camping trip as I have in a hammock. By stringing it up tighter, you can actually sleep on your side. I'll never go back to a tent. My back thanks me every morning.
I've been through a couple of storms in it and have awoken dry and smiling. The wind just rocks the hammock, like a rock-a-by baby. No condensation either.

Cons: The set up takes a bit longer than a Hennessey with snake-skins. With the rain fly and bug net, there are all kinds of ridgelines and strings and things to tie and peg down. However, I'm working on improving the system by adding loops to the rainfly to clip the bug net onto. To save one step at least. And I've had a mysterious something brush under me in the middle of the night too.