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Originally Posted by
alan s
Never tried a hammock, but that sure does look like a lot of work to set up compared to a freestanding tent. My inflatable pad keeps me off the ground and provides decent insulation. What's the benefit in using a hammock?
As one who has spent several hundred nights in a tent and now about 60 in a hammock, the benefits are numerous, but two really stand out: I stay drier in my hammock and I sleep better.
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