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EXPEDITION HAMMOCK INFORMATION |
 The
Expedition Hammock was designed by our customers. We took all of their
comments and suggestions for the Mosquito Hammock and modified it to make
the Expedition Hammock. This hammock is lightweight and compact. It is
breathable to keep you cool in hot climates, and it has a double layer
bottom that you can slip an insulation pad into for cold climates. The
mosquito netting is Dark Green which makes it very easy to see out of, and
the fine mesh will keep out black flies, mosquitoes, and no-see-ums. The
purpose of this hammock is to provide a good sleep in places where insects
are a distraction or dangerous. In many countries of the world, with
different types of resistant malaria, sleeping sickness and dengue fever,
the best prevention is "not to get bitten." This hammock keeps the insects
out. Read
comments from our customers. |
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 We use a double layer system on the bottom of the hammock with Nylon on the outside and Polyester on the inside. The Polyester feels softer against the skin, and the two layers slide across each other so you can move around and sleep comfortably. The double bottom layers also make it harder for the mosquitoes to bite through. The heavy duty YKK double zips open from the inside and the outside and run the entire length of the hammock. They make it very easy to get in and out of the hammock, and they will last a long time. We also added a mesh pocket and hanging loops on the inside of the hammock to store your wallet or hang your flashlight. |
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is very important to use the CORRECT
KNOTS when securing your hammock between two
tree. The hammock comes with two 12 foot long (1/2" nylon web)
straps. The ends of the hammock are reinforced with Nylon web and
double-stitched so the strap to pass through, and these straps can easily be
slid out and replaced by a longer rope if desired. This system allows the
hammock to fold up neatly into a very small size. This hammock can also be
used on the ground or on your bed as a personal "mosquito tent" if you don't
like sleeping in hammocks. The lines can attach to a tree branch or a stick
to hold up the netting away from your face and keep out snakes, scorpions,
or mosquitoes. Dimensions of the hammock in the
stuff sack are 4" x 4" x 12". The approximate weight of the hammock is
less than 2
pounds or 1
kg. It's small and light enough to take
with you, but sturdy enough to last a long time. For more information,
read Allen Leigh's basic instructions for "Camping
in a Hammock." |
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| We also have a cheaper option Mosquito Hammock (our old version pictured above) for US$60 per hammock. It is our best value for money and is perfect for summer camps or church groups -- Visit Mosquito Hammock for Young Campers |
 RAIN
FLY for Hammock2.3m.x3m. I have a custom designed rain fly to go with the hammock. It attaches to the tree above the hammock with separate lines and can keep the hammock dry in heavy rain. The dimensions of the rain fly are 230cm wide x 300cm long (90" wide x 10' long). The rain fly comes with 6 nylon attaching lines. Color: Dark Olive Green.  Weight: .5kg.
(1lb.)
MORE PICTURES. COST: US$40 (more than one: US$30).
SHIPPING: WORLDWIDE FREE.
Advantages of the Rectangular Rain Fly. I also have a larger 3m.x4m.
Rain Fly to go with hammock in extremely
wet or windy conditions. The added surface area provides additional
coverage. Made of waterproof
Nylon Tafta (210T) with Polyurethane coating. The Rain Fly is designed with attach loops on the underside of
the peak for fastening the mosquito hammock netting elastic chords. This
prevents rain from dripping down the chords and onto the netting. The rain
fly extends approximately 15" beyond
each end of the hammock to provide sufficient cover for hard rain.
(However,
I suggest that any rain fly or plastic sheet can be used as a rain
cover. You do not need this custom designed rain fly). If you want more
information on mosquitoes, please try www.mosquitobuzz.com
or www.mosquitosolutions.com or
www.zapmosquitos.com/mosquito |
