This One Feature Makes this Hammock Incredibly Special - Hennessy Ultralight Asym Hammock Review
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- Опубликовано: 21 авг 2021
- Many know that I primarily used hammocks for over 10 years and while my preference has shifted over to tents now, many have asked about the hammock system that I personally use.
This is the Hennessy Ultralight Asym Hammock and it has a feature which makes it incredibly awesome!
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Hennessy Ultralight Backpacker Hammock
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This is considered by most to be the most comfortable ultralight hammock on the market
Price : $230
Versions :
There is the Asym Zip and the Classic; the Asym is a side entry while the Classic is a bottom entry. These days, side entry is the standard and if you haven’t used a bottom entry before it is going to be very strange until you get accustomed to it. Bottom entry is often referred to as birthing hammocks...which is pretty funny. The Classic version is slightly less expensive at $220.
Sleeping Capacity - 1-person
Weight Capacity (lbs) - 200 pounds
Packed Size - 6 x 9 inches but larger with snake skins and stuff bag
Floor Dimensions - 100 x 47 inches
Canopy Fabric - Nylon taffeta with polyester no-see-um mesh
Rainfly Fabric - Coated silnylon
Weight :
Minimal weight is 1lb 15oz
My kit with snake skins and bag : 2lb 8oz
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Snake Skins :
They are two long waterproof nylon tubes that you keep on the ends of the hammock or just rainfly.
When stuffed, your hammock takes on the appearance of a pet boa constrictor in your pack. You can hang the entire shelter without removing the SnakeSkins, meaning everything stays clean and dry on wet, muddy sites. When storing only your tarp, the snakeskins prevent a wet morning dew from soaking everything in your pack and allow you to pitch the tarp first, giving you a dry place to get set up when it's raining.
Review Pros :
Very lightweight
Extremely durable
Excellent quality construction
Excellent materials
Good bug protection
All in one package - suspension, bug next, and tarp are included
Because it includes all of these components, the price is reasonable
Asymmetrical design allows for comfortable side laying and also, you can achieve a flat lay rather easily...once you learn how to set it up correctly.
Very Comfortable with the right setup - speaking of which, for the best setup with this Hennessy, pitch it tightly.
Smooth zippers - mod them for easy open and closing.
Tarp offers good protection from the elements but you have to have the right setup. This is important and I will come back to it.
Review Cons :
Won’t work with all people; taller than 6ft? It’s a no go. If you need a larger hammock Hennessy has plenty of options.
Included 42” tree straps fit trees up to 12” in diameter; You may want to upgrade to larger straps to either the 72 or 96”
Small tarp - often referred to as the Hennessy napkin - large tarps are available for purchase and should be considered in wetter and windier locations.
Tarp is asymmetrical just as the hammock is which means you have to have a perfect setup to be 100% protected from blowing rain.
Because both the hammock and the rain fly are asymmetrical, it can take time to learn how to set this up correctly and effectively. Once you have some experience, you can do this in less than 5 minutes. I want to say this, even if you have a good amount of experience under your belt, it may take some time before you get everything right.
Bug net is not removeable
You can put together less expensive kits but they may not be as strong nor as lightweight - Hennessy does have heavier hammocks that are similar which cost a fair amount less.
Review Summary :
If you are seeking one of the lightest weight hammocks on the market, this is it but the question because, will it fit you?
Is this a perfect hammock? No but there are no such things when it comes to any shelter system and that’s why it is important to consider all of the available options and make the right choice.
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When I saw the hammock I was waiting for a step two but then I remember that this isn't Canada... Good review
I have had a Warbonnet Outdoors Blackbird XL for at least 6 years now and genuinely love it! No issues whatsoever
Tent camped for 45 years of my life. Got so tired of waking up with a sore back or getting flooded in terential down pours. Switched to Warbonnet about 6 years ago. Hiked the AT with it. Never been wet or had a bad back since. Love it. Only time I use a tent is when my family comes along.
My current hammock setup:
I've used my Hennessy for two decades. Got a couple new ones recently. These are built to last and super comfy. I love mine
I've been watching this channel for years.....and you just keep getting better and better at making them. I look so forward to watching everyone you make....even if I'm not in the market for what you're reviewing. I still love to be educated about what is out there....and it's quality. Thanks Luke.
Hennessy Hammocks are well made and durable. They tend to be heavier than cottage company hammocks and you have to tie knots or do toggles with the rope ends they use. I prefer a continuous loop ends with buckles or carabiners. I still use my asym zip explorer but not for backpacking. I've switched to a custom Dutchwear chameleon and a better tarp with a separate tarp ridge line. Much lighter, more versatile, more compact and easier to get the perfect set up.
GREAT REVIEW!!! I definitely like the side entry!! Thank you for the time and the work that was involved in this video!🥰
I have been using a Warbonnet XLC hammock system for years and love it!
I'm giant fan of my Hennessy bottom entry. You're absolutely right - that "napkin" is definitely a challenge! I've replaced it with a bigger rectangular tarp for most instances. One good rainstorm that was really blowing soaked all of my gear under that tarp and taught me the hard way.
I have a snakeskin for my Hammock Gear DCF winter tarp with doors. I stow the hammock and sleeping bag separately in the bug net in the bottom of my pack. They are always dry. The tarp gets wet, so it goes in the mesh back pocket of my pack. Keeping everything together in wet weather will eventually get the hammock body damp, which will get the insulation (bag or quilts) damp as well. I like that my bug net surrounds the hammock, so it's not likely that anything can bite or sting me through the bottom. I actually got stung once through my Hennessey bottom entry hammock fabric. I leave the bug net home in cold weather when there are no bugs. My hammock is a Hummingbird single with their straps and whoopie slings. The bug net is either the Hummingbird Warbler or Sierra Madre Shield (when want more interior room and don't mind the extra weight). The sleeping bag is an old Golite zipperless summer bag, good to 40 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 lb), or a full zip Montbell thermal sheet (1.0 lb). It's good to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Combined, I have used them to negative 5 degrees Fahrenheit (with a down jacket and pants and a hot water bottle). The system is very adaptable, and I did set it up as a tent on top of Max Patch on my spring, 2021 section hike with the Sierra Madre Shield bug net. What a campsite! I took my favorite pictures from that mountain.
I love my Hennessy Hyperlight, side zip! I have set it up looking pretty crappy, but it was still comfortable. I do use a larger tarp. The workmanship of Hennessy hammocks is outstanding.
I've been using a HH for over 25yrs. Super durable. Easy setup. Like any hammock or tent there are details to learn, but nothing odd. In fact tents feel more particular to me than hammocks. Side entry is better for below 30 degrees. Any new HH I buy is a side zip for insulation and chair purposes
I have several hammocks but my favorite is my Hennessy Explorer Deluxe. It is a bottom entry but I have added a side zip to it. Of all my camping hammocks the explorer is my favorite and most used. Hennessy makes a really good quality product. Nice review. Thanks for doing this.
Hope your family is O.K. Glad to know Hennessy is going strong. Your review and the others from real world users has convinced me to get an HH ultra light.
I have the Explorer Ultralight XL hammock and love it as well. But then again this is the only hammock I have so I can not compare it to something else. My one trick with the snakeskins is to always overlap the right side over the left side so I know what side the opening will be on. I am not a hammock guru but this works for me.
Nice review/tutorial! I've practically lived in my warbonnet Blackbird xlc for a year I highly recommend.
I really enjoyed seeing the features of this hammock system. Thank you for your agenda free review.
This is awesome! I love your videos and would enjoy seeing more hammock camping videos as well. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
I just bought a DD Frontline hammock and 3x3 tarp... and then I had to discover you and get buyer's remorse 😂👍 Subbed!