Sure, hammocks are ideal for lazy Sunday afternoons when you can lie back and relax, enjoy the fresh air, read a book, listen to music or take a nap. But have you ever considered using that hammock in place of your tent? While the traditional tent may have its fair advantages, many choose hammocks because of their greater convenience and easy portability. Below are five reasons to choose a hammock over a tent.

1. They’re convenient to pack
Unlike tents, hammocks have a great deal of flexibility when it comes to packing. Because of their non-rigid form, they are easy to fold and stuff into a backpack, which saves space so you can carry more items. Hammocks also weigh less and are far less cumbersome, making them a great deal lighter and easier to carry on long treks.

2. They’re comfortable to sleep in
Think about how many times you tossed and turned at night on the trails because of the dirt, rocks and tree roots under your tent. Or how many extra blankets and pillows you had to bring to ensure you didn’t wake up sore from the rough ground. With a hammock, you never have to worry about a bad night’s sleep. You can hang above rocks, stumps, and even snow and experience nothing but comfort.

3. You can stay dry
Many people who are skeptical about the idea of a hammock as a replacement for a tent site the dryness factor. How do you stay dry in an open hammock when it rains? A waterproof hammock rain-fly covers your sleeping space, allowing you to remain dry in the wettest weather.

4. Setting up is easy
Finding a spot to set the hammock up in is simple — a lot simpler than finding space for a large tent. You just need to adjust where you hook the hammock into the straps to accommodate for the distance. Also, you won’t have to waste time clearing the area of rocks and sticks like you would with a tent.

5. You can enjoy the beauty of nature
This is probably the best benefit of a hammock, and it may be hard to convey until you experience it yourself. A hammock allows you to breathe in the nighttime air, listen to the natural sounds of the woods or area, fall asleep to views of the night sky, and wake up to a fresh morning breeze on your face. Better than a stuffy tent any day, right? If you’re worried about bugs, you can easily purchase a mosquito net to keep them out.

Whether you’re going hiking, camping or are embarking on an unplanned adventure, a hammock is the perfect travel bed. Check out our selection of hammocks online. Whether you’re traveling alone or are looking for a double hammock so that you can share, we have a large selection to shop from.

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