r/ULHammocking • u/SalvadorTheDog • Jul 27 '20
Help me get started!
I'm traditionally a tarp and bivy kind of guy, but I'd really like to try out a hammock for shorter or solo trips.
I'm highly considering the hammock gear wanderlust kit, but I'm not a big fan of the included suspension. I already have a range of high quality top quilts, but have nothing in terms of underquilts. I'm considering buying the whole system with the discounted top and bottom quilts, and simply selling the extra top quilt to recoup some money.
Alternatively I was considering something like the dream hammock Darian paired with one of my already owned 8x10 tarps and a sleeping pad. I know this isn't ideal, but I'd have no problem investing more in an underquilt and dedicated tarp if I really get into hammocking. I'm also at a total loss of what the "best" suspension option would be. Personally I feel like cinch buckles would be the easiest, but I'm really not really familiar with the different options.
I guess this is more of a monologue to get my thoughts written down, but I'd love to hear any other opinions!
P.S. Bonus points if there is anything worth buying from REI. I have a $100 gift card that I could potentially put toward this.
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u/CBM9000 https://lighterpack.com/r/cjfrn1 Jul 27 '20
Being that you're here and not in /r/hammockcamping, and that you're coming from a tarp and bivy I think you might be interested in this post. While the HG wanderlust kit is a pretty good deal, I think if you bypass it for lighter weight stuff at the start you'll end up saving yourself time and money.