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Ultralight A-Sym Jungle Hammock by Hennessy Hammock
Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)
Maker: Hennessy Hammock - The Future of Ultra Light Shelter Design
MSRP: US$189.95
Outlets: Hennessy Hammock website
Date Acquired: Dec, 2009
Frequency of Use: I just got it

Features (company claim)
• built-in mosquito net: 20D, 18 sq. feet
• water-proof rain fly
• weight: 1lb.15oz / 860g
• height limit of user: Up to 6'ft / up to 180cm
• weight limit of user: 200lbs / 90kg / 14 stone
• hammock fabric: 70D high thread count
• 1450-pound ultra light support ropes
• asymmetrical shape
• water-collector accessory can be attached to the rain-fly which acts as a tensioning system too

Intended Use (company claim)
• ultra-light backpacking

Pros
• Free Snakeskins with each hammock ordered online - snakeskins ease-up assembly and disassembly, prevents hammock from touching the ground
• ingenious Velcro bottom entry that automatically closes upon loading

Cons
• the side string that comes with the fly is thin and easily tangles up or frays. I would replace that with the string used in window blinds - they're lean, tough, light and manageable. This is a very minor issue....a US$1.00 issue!
• assembly comes with a mild learning curve. Best to view the video setup on the Hennessy Hammock site

Advantages of hammock vs. tents
• doesn't require level ground to setup - you can set it up on rocky or sloping terrain
• low-impact - you don't trample on vegetation to set it up
• hammocks are lighter and less bulky

Verdict

(Jan 14, 2009) The last time I slept on a hammock, I couldn't sleep. My back could only curve so long before it gets uncomfortable. I thought it would be the same weight/sleeping-comfort compromise with the Ultralight A-Sym Jungle Hammock...wrong! Yes, the hammock is exceptionally light, but it's very comfortable too. Somehow, instead of being cramped into the center of the hammock (like what most hammocks do), I felt a roomy interior that didn't seem to curve my back too much. Maybe that's what the asymmetrical construction does...dunno! I could even vary my sleeping positions. Naturally, I woke up having a nice comfy sleep.

Moreover, the overall design tells me the hammock was well-thought through going over several versions before they've perfected it. They have little add-ons that can only be realized through real-use in the real world - rain collector, snakeskins, bottom entry, automatic Velcro closure, etc. Attention to details was impeccable. The quality and thinking-through of this hammock mirror's the company's tenacity to continually improve this product. 2 very enthusiastic thumbs up!

--- TheLoneRider

Related Links:
• Hennessy Hammock Website

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mnmlist
(Jan 21, 2010) I have one , Great hammock ! I also use ENO's , the "guide" is easy and light for travel . Nice site and photos :) I Mt. Bike and Kayak, the hammock packs well in both situations, I never use a tent anymore. Enjoy it bruddah

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