Hammock Tent
Various things deter many people from enjoying camping. Some suffer from bad backs while others despise having the elements creep into their tent. Whatever the reason, a hammock tent solves many of these issues. Whether it is a matter of comfort or convenience, hammock tents offer benefits to almost every camper out there. There is a plethora of purposes for this type of tent as well.
These tents utilize the same setup as regular hammocks as they are designed to hang between two trees.
A huge benefit of a hammock tent is users are able to enjoy the comfort of a hammock with the added protection of a tent-like zip-around covering. Without tree roots, stumps, rocks and other natural materials that can cause pain to a camper’s back when trying to sleep, camping can be enjoyable for most people; especially for those who once enjoyed this popular leisure activity but had to stop because of the physical problems it caused.
The groups that use hammock tents vary greatly as do the purposes they are used for. Backpackers are an obvious group of users as packing shelter that weighs less than the traditional tent is an added benefit. Most outdoor enthusiasts who participate in sports like adventure cycling and kayaking generally take along hammock tents for just-in-case type scenarios.
However, these tents are not limited to recreational users. Soldiers and scientists alike have been known to carry hammock tents on their missions for both convenience and comfort. Some emergency preparedness kits even come with a tent or two for users to be as comfortable as possible in disaster situations.