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    Having a problem deciding on a Clark or Hennessy hammock.
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    I use a military style jungle hammock that I picked up at a surplus shop for about $40. Based on the M-1965 model, I think. While I'm not ultralight by any means, I do try to get rid of excess weight whenever possible - so I replaced the thick, heavy ropes & ring with 550 cord and a carabiner clip.

    'course, I'm cheap like that. Those Clark hammocks look sweet if you have the money for it.

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    Both are good choices. It depends on what you like. The Hennessy has a bottom entry. Sometimes this is a problem when you add insulation. I think the Hennessy is the only one that has a ridgeline, but you can add that to a Clark. Have you looked at Hammockforums? There is also a website that shows how to make your own. I just finished making my own, and sleeping in it for a few nights. Not bad at all.
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    Quote Originally Posted by finallyME View Post
    Both are good choices. It depends on what you like. The Hennessy has a bottom entry. Sometimes this is a problem when you add insulation. I think the Hennessy is the only one that has a ridgeline, but you can add that to a Clark. Have you looked at Hammockforums? There is also a website that shows how to make your own. I just finished making my own, and sleeping in it for a few nights. Not bad at all.
    Thanks FinallyME just when I thought that I had it nailed down to 2.

    Thanks for the link.

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    I've looked at the Hennessey. The thing I like about it is the bottom entry. The thing I don't like about it - with my luck it would be an unplanned exit in the middle of the night.

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    Would you please elaborate on the bottom entry.
    I am seeing a zipper to open then get in and re zipper
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    Here's a video that explains their features better than I could. BTW - just kidding aboutthe fear of falling out. It looks like a really good system, and if I didn't already have one I would seriously look at it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9Cyo5bEDWU
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    Mischief - here's a link to Hennessy's site. There is some good info. http://hennessyhammock.com/
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mischief View Post
    Would you please elaborate on the bottom entry.
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    The hennesy is great, We have two. I like the bottom entry because it is a bit lighter and the zipper wont break. Hennesy just came out out with a side entry with a zipper and 2 layers to put a pad in for cold weather. My dad preordered the first one. the wont be for sale for a few more weeks though. I don't know much bout clark hammocks but i just know i love the hennesy. You also might want to check out warbonnet hammocks.
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