Only go on a hike with a perfect hanging hammock
During the trip, unforeseen situations often occur. Therefore, a hanging hammock with a mosquito net in tandem with an awning will be an amazing find for the traveler. The weight of such a structure is small, which greatly facilitates the difficult singing of the tourist. So, he does not have to carry a large tent on his shoulders. But cold, rain, wind and annoying insects will be left behind.
These hammocks have certain disadvantages. Since the fabric tightly wraps around the human body, as a result, the wind walks along the back and waist.
Better than three in one
With such an amazing product, the tourist gets three privileges at once. A comfortable sleeping place provides a soft hanging hammock... A mosquito net protects from uninvited guests, and a windproof awning protects from the wind. You can assemble such a structure as follows:
- Hammock. Two canvases of the same size are sewn together from a lining fabric. Dimensions: length - 6 m, width - 1.5 meters. On each side (diagonally), leave 60 cm holes for insulation.
- Mattress. A piece with the parameters of 2X1 m is cut out of the foamed construction polyethylene.It is placed between the connected panels to keep the person warm. The thickness of the fabric can be from 2 to 5 mm.
- Grid. Experts advise taking a regular tulle (2.5 x 1 m), as well as a zipper (3 meters) with double-sided runners. The first half of the mesh is sewn to the back of the hammock. The rest of the product is connected with a clasp.
- Canopy. The size of the awning is selected as standard - 3x4 m.On both sides, two pegs are driven into the ground, which hold the structure. If you connect the 2 ends of the shelter, you get a real tent.
Each end of the canvas is folded into an accordion and tied with a ridge rope (all you need is 3 m). It allows you to fix the product in a certain position so that it does not bend too much. Stretch length - 2.5 meters.
Little nothings of life
There are some nuances to consider when building a hanging hammock. They, in turn, will help to make your stay as comfortable as possible. In order for the mesh not to interfere, it must be tied. Therefore, two loops (made of elastic) are sewn on the inside of the bed, and buttons are sewn on the outside. A small pocket-bag for things is fixed on the ridge cord.
To prevent the sleeping bag from dangling, it is secured with guy wires. Drive in 2 pegs at a distance of 1-1.5 meters from the central axis on one and the other side of the awning. Elastic bands attached to the hammock are wound on them. As a result, the tension becomes ideal. These tips will help you make a real hammock tent.