Originally Posted by
BBassett
It's a great feeling having your bike right underneath you, isn't it? I prefer a hammock when I can use one because it's faster and easier for me to set up, and like you, enjoy having dry storage underneath. It's also way easier for me to pack up when I used a hammock. Faster and cleaner. But I will say, that I like having my butt on the ground when I hear something snorting around outside the tarp in the dark. Even if it is only a Marten.
I like being able to pack up the hammock in the rain, under the rain fly. I can stay dry while tearing down and the hammock remains dry as well. Big plus for me.
Don't worry about the snorting. If a bear makes it under the hammock, he will just rock you to sleep as he brushes up agains your bum.