The "Starter"
The "Starter"
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The Starter Hammock is a complete package designed for those who are new to hammock camping and want a simple, affordable way to get started.
Rather than trying to sort through every hammock and suspension option before you've spent time in one, the Starter Hammock gives you a complete setup for gaining experience and learning what works best for you.
As your hammock setup evolves, it also makes a great spare or loaner hammock for introducing friends and family to hammock camping.
Features
- Basic gathered-end Tree Runner Hammock
- Choice of five hammock lengths
- Fixed or adjustable structural ridgeline
- Choice of two complete suspension systems
- Head and shoulder tie-outs
- Stuff sack included
Choosing Your Hammock Length
| Hammock Length | General Guidance |
| 8' or 9' | Smaller sizes that work well for kids |
| 10' | Generally works well for users approximately 5'10" and under |
| 11' | Most popular length and a good fit for the majority of hammock campers |
| 12' | Generally best suited for taller users, approximately 6'4" and above |
Fabric Options
| Fabric | Approx. Width | Recommended Weight Limit |
| Charcoal Grey 1.4 oz Nylon Ripstop | 57" | 250 lb |
| Foliage Grey 1.9 oz Nylon Ripstop | 66" | 350 lb |
| Green Tea 1.9 oz Nylon Ripstop | 57" | 350 lb |
Ridgeline Options
Fixed Ridgeline — Provides a consistent amount of hammock sag each time you set up.
Adjustable Ridgeline — Allows you to experiment with different ridgeline lengths and fine-tune the amount of hammock sag to your preference.
Suspension Options
Cinch Buckle Suspension — A simple and intuitive suspension system using polyester tree straps and cinch buckles for quick adjustment.
Whoopie Sling Suspension — A lighter suspension system using adjustable AmSteel Whoopie Slings, polyester tree straps, and aluminum toggles.
Included
- Tree Runner gathered-end hammock
- Selected structural ridgeline
- Selected suspension system
- Head End shoulder tie-outs
- Stuff sack
Customer Review: The Canadian Back Country’s Review
Notes
The Starter Hammock is intended as an affordable introduction to hammock camping. It provides the basic components needed to start hanging while allowing you to gain experience before deciding whether you want to move into a more specialized hammock setup.
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This is my second hammock purchase through Simply Light Designs. I also have a tarp. The quality, value, and communication are all superb.
If I'm looking for hammock supplies or light weight gear, this is my first stop!
This is a great hammock package with excellent value! I like that this "Starter" kit takes some of the guesswork out of details that can be confusing to those who are just getting into hanging. Although this is not my first hammock, it is my first true backpacking hammock. I purchased my first hammock from a sporting goods store, and quickly learned that it was not entirely adequate for real backpacking trips or for sleeping overnight. Compared to a typical big brand hammock that can be found at a sporting goods store ( ENO, Kammok, Fox Outfitter, etc.), this SLD "Starter" hammock kit is lighter, comes in longer sizes, and comes with a ridgeline. The ridgline helps keep the sag in the hammock at an optimal level, regardless of the distance between the trees you hang from.
I purchased the 12' version with Hexon Wide 1.7 fabric and the cinch buckle suspension system. The total weight, including the stuff sack and suspension system, is 26 ounces.
I am 6'6" tall, and the 12' length fits me well and gives me a pretty flat lay. The cinch buckle suspension is straightforward and easy to use. Compared to the typical big brand suspension systems that have a series of loops and carabiners, the cinch buckle system makes it easy to make micro adjustments.
I highly recommend this product!
This is a great hammock for a great price! I chose the 11 foot hammock with heron wide. One day later my hammock was ready to ship! Very impressed and great quality.
Couldn't ask for more from a ready to hang package, and SUPER fast shipping. This gentlemen is a class act.
I bought this for a friends retirement gift. I haven't got to lay in it yet, but the craftsmanship looks great as with all Jared's stuff. I ordered it on Tuesday night and recieved it on Friday. It also has an adjustable ridgeline included, which I didn't expect. It came in an oversized, double ended stuff sack with whoopies larks headed to the hammock ends and straps and huggers and toggles in their own oversized stuff sack. If it were for me I would also order continuous loops, but this is perfect for someone to try hammock camping.
Rory