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Color Bark (Greyish, Brownish Green), Black Trim
Brand Hennessy Hammock
Product Dimensions 12"L x 8"W
Material
Nylon
Maximum Weight Recommendation
136 Kilograms
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Seating Capacity
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  • EXPLORER DELUXE ZIP: a rugged, larger hammock with durable nylon bottom fabric; Larger rainfly; Designed for anyone up to 7 ft and 300 lbs / 213 cm and 135 kg; Side entry with full length 10YKK zipper; used by law enforcement and defense organizations
  • COMPLETE system includes: 140d high density nylon bottom; 70d polyester ripstop rainfly; Elastic "hold open" for 30d No-See-Um mosquito mesh; Gear loft slides on ridgeline; 1800 lb / 818 kg test polyester ropes; Complimentary webbing straps
  • LEGENDARY camping shelter; Uncompromising in design, materials and workmanship; Countless tiny improvements that only 40 years of effort could achieve but you can feel as soon as you stretch out in this hammock and close your eyes
  • ASYMMETRIC shape conforms to your anatomy providing exceptional comfort when lying on the diagonal; Structural ridgeline assures the exact same bed every night and a perfect setup every time; US Patent US6865757B2; US patent US20090165205A1
  • MORE INFO: One year on materials and workmanship; Weight: 3 lb 9 oz / 1596 g; Compact size: 5" x 8" x 12" / 13 cm x 20 cm x 30 cm; Color: Bark with black trim

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Product Description

hennessy hammock

Hennessy Hammock Explorer Deluxe XL Series

When toughness matters, the two Explorer Deluxe XL models are rugged, larger hammocks with heavy duty bottom fabric, ropes and webbing straps. The larger rainfly provides excellent coverage and protection. Because they are a "one size fits all" solution, these very versatile models are preferred by search and rescue, forest fire fighters, and defense organizations.

The Classic model has an ingenious entrance through the bottom that snaps closed automatically under the weight of your body and seals with velcro. Mosquitos can’t figure out how you disappeared standing outside your hammock and magically re-appeared lying comfortably inside.

The Zip model has a side entrance with a full length heavy duty YKK zipper and two double sliders. Mesh can be pulled back and secured with an elastic so you can watch the stars on clear, bug free nights.

Also designed for the buggiest jungles on the planet, the Jungle Explorer Zip XL has a 40d nylon double layer bottom for 100% mosquito protection and to hold the Heat-Reflecting DoubleBubble Pad between the layers on the correct diagonal. One of the nicest things about the Jungle models is climbing into your hammock with your sleeping bag and not having to think about keeping an insulation pad from moving around under you during the night.

The double bottom Jungle models are designed for temperatures down to 40*F / 4*C. when used with the accessory Heat-Reflecting DoubleBubble Pad.

hammock features

A Complete Shelter System

The Hennessy Hammock is a legendary piece of camping and survival equipment and has been the choice of epic expeditions exploring the full length of the Nile, Congo and Amazon Rivers, up to the Arctic, down into the deepest caves on Earth, and other extreme environments around the world. Every Hennessy is a complete, engineered shelter system. Built tough for years of service, every hammock is uncompromising in materials and workmanship.

All Hennessys include webbing straps, tightly woven fabrics and high quality support ropes, a matching detachable rainfly, a "no see um" mosquito mesh, a gear loft on the ridge line and a stuff sack with set up instructions on the back. Built tough for years of service, all of our support ropes and webbing straps are six times stronger than the weight rating of the hammock.

We believe it is essential to include complementary webbing straps with each hammock to prevent damage to the tender bark of small trees. The Hennessy Hammock has almost zero impact and is an excellent example of a “Leave No Trace” shelter.

comfort

asymmetrical
Asymmetrical Design

Experience a level of comfort on the trail almost as good as your bed at home and maybe even better. The patented asymmetrically shaped hammock supports your back and knees like a quality contoured mattress off the ground.

Amazingly Comfortable

Tall or large campers and campers with injuries, sore joints, bone spurs or back pain tell us about finding their first night of comfortable camping in many years with the larger Explorer Deluxe or Safari Deluxe models. You will wake up in the morning feeling great. Some owners of Hennessy Hammocks claim that they come home from their adventure feeling better than when they left. Some report that they tossed out their beds when they got home from a hike and set up their hammock in the house.

  • It's a shelter that takes the pain out of the outdoors and protects the environment.
  • Extend your seasonal use by adding accessory insulation systems.
  • Countless tiny improvements over 40 years of effort and design.
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Unique Bottom Entry

Patented entrance on the bottom automatically snaps closed under the weight of your body and seals with velcro.

The "Classic" bottom entry works great when you are being followed by a cloud of mosquitoes. When you duck your head down to open the bottom entrance, the mosquitoes don't know what you're doing, so they get out of the way for a few seconds. Before they know what's happened, the door has snapped shut and you are on the inside and they are on the outside.

Side Zipper Entry

Zips closed with a full length, heavy duty #10 YKK zipper on one side between the mesh and the bottom fabric.

One advantage of the zip model is that it's a little easier to set up your bedding but the mosquitoes also find it easier follow you in and join you for a snack later, so double check for intruders before you zip up for the night.

Evolved Hammocks

Hennessy Hammock is a small family run company whose only mission is to continually improve the evolution of hammock design.

The inventor, Tom Hennessy, has been sleeping in hammocks for over 60 years and experimenting with designs for over 40 years. He made over 50 prototypes and beta-tested his designs for six years before getting patents and going into production.

(EU pat.1463426-16, US patents US20090165205A1, US6865757B2)

Thoughtful Details

Triangular Mesh Gear Pocket, Glove Hooks, Carabiner Loops, and included Webbing Straps.

A nifty gear pocket slides on the ridgeline and stores out of sight behind your head. Two glove hooks are also threaded on the ridgeline and can be used for attaching LED lights and even attaching a drink can by the hole in the pull tab. All hammock ridge lines are installed with a loop on each inside hammock end to which a small carabiner can be hooked to hold daypacks, water bottles, and other small items which are too heavy to hang over the ridge line.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
129 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the comfort, ease of set up, performance, quality and value of the outdoor recreation product. For example, they mention it's comfortable to sleep in, easy to set up and performs well. Some appreciate the insect resistance. That said, some complain about the size.

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28 customers mention25 positive3 negative

Customers like the comfort of the outdoor recreation product. They say it's easy to set up, comfortable in every climate, and works great. Customers also mention that it'll keep them warm and cozy even when the temperature dips. They mention that they have had the best nights sleep outside in a long time.

"...paired with a Wiggy's Ultra Light sleeping bag, I have been warm and cozy even when the temperature dips into the low to mid 30's (Fahrenheit)...." Read more

"...Slept like a baby every night...." Read more

"8.5 hours of comfortable, uninterrupted sleep the very first night. This is it, this is the hammock camping solution you are likely looking for...." Read more

"...It's comfortable, easy to enter/exit, and durable...." Read more

17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

Customers find the set up of the hammock to be easy and straightforward. They mention that the supplied tree straps are a bit small, but the hammock is fairly straight forward. Customers also appreciate the hammock's comfort and warmth.

"...Setup was easy and fairly straight forward.The first campout I took it on, I also took a tent just in case...." Read more

"...Set up was quick! I added a pair of carbiners to connect the tree straps to the standard suspention system...." Read more

"...It sets up fast and uses only two stakes to hold both the hammock and tarp in place. I like these hammocks so much I have bought 4 of them for family...." Read more

"...It is simply an amazing hammock. It is very easy to set up, especially if you have the snake skin, it is very well built, it is super comfortable..." Read more

17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the hammock. They mention that it is brilliant, easy to set up, and comfortable. They also say that it does what it says it does very well, and is one of the best hammocks out there. Customers also appreciate the mosquito net, which works perfectly.

"...From my research, Hennessy is about the best, so I bought one. Absolutely awesome!..." Read more

"...2. Grab the hex tarp. The asym is cool and functional for some scenarios but if you want that "all in one" hammock camping solution you are..." Read more

"...It works really well, but if you are a backpacker/trail hiker it might take up more room than you want, so look at one of the mylar emergency..." Read more

"...I wasn't sold on the velcro closure system, but it worked like a charm no problems...." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the hammock. They mention that it has a very good construction, the bug net was awesome, and that the fabric is tough. They also say that it's durable, easy to enter and exit, and comfortable. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...arrived, I was impressed with what appeared to be top notch construction and materials. I set it up in our yard for practice and just to try it out...." Read more

"...It's comfortable, easy to enter/exit, and durable...." Read more

"...The fabric is tough and the constitution of the hammock is as good as it gets...." Read more

"...The quality of materials and workmanship is top notch...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the outdoor recreation product. They say it's totally worth the price.

"...If you use this more than a few times a year it's worth the cost over a $30 setup...." Read more

"...I was put off buy the price, but they are worth every penny...." Read more

"...It's functional, comfortable, and all around fun. Totally worth the price." Read more

"this hammock is put together very nice, it's very comfortable. well worth the money...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers have good things to say about the insect resistance of the hammock. They say, for example, the bug net is awesome and keeps insects out. Customers are also impresseded with the netting, saying it's a heaven sent and keeps the rain and bugs off them when camping.

"...Function- the netting is a heaven sent. Down here in south GA the no-see-ums are brutal and this net keeps them out...." Read more

"...Very good construction, bug net was awesome." Read more

"...net worked perfectly: I slept in the jungle and had no insects entering the hammock." Read more

"Hammock is great but the tarp is useless.its too small for the hammock size. Was lucky that it didn’t rain on my trip. Wouldn’t recommend it" Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers like the weight of the tent. They mention it's very light, compact, and easy to set up and take down.

"...But it is very light and easy to set up and takedown as long as there are trees." Read more

"...They go up and down easier than any tent I have ever had. Lightweight too, little over 3 lbs. Best nights sleep outside in a long time...." Read more

"...Compact. Light. Quick to set up and take down. No tent poles. Easy to get up in the middle of the night and, well you know." Read more

"The hammock is light, easy to handle and I slept well in it after a day of hiking.I am 2 metres tall and weigh around 100 kilos and was comfortable...." Read more

7 customers mention0 positive7 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the hammock. They mention that the tarp is useless, the rainfly is too small, and the supplied tree straps are a bit small. They also say that the webbing is not long enough and that the tree strap needs to be longer.

"...changed is the diamond shaped tarp size on the explorer, it needs to be a foot longer at least...." Read more

"...It packs down a little large, I would recommend getting the snake skins to help pack it down tighter...." Read more

"...It simply isn’t long enough for any tree but a really slim one...." Read more

"The rainfly needs to be bigger to prevent the wind going in your face at night." Read more

I would recommend getting the snake skins to help pack it down ...
5 Stars
I would recommend getting the snake skins to help pack it down ...
I purchased this hammock ahead of a week long Boundary Waters canoe trip. It packs down a little large, I would recommend getting the snake skins to help pack it down tighter. You will definitely need the proprietary insulation system sold by Hennessy Hammocks in order to capitalize on the asymmetrical design. I was able to camp in this hammock using a traditional underquilt that didn't fit correctly. I made it through the week just fine but will be getting the proprietary insulating system before my next trip out. The setup is tricky and I would advise watching the video on Hennessy's website before your first trip. It goes up pretty slick when you know how to do it. I stayed completely dry and bug free throughout the week thanks to the integrated bug net and rain fly system. I was able to set the hammock up in a variety of wooded conditions without any issue. The asymmetrical design also makes for a comfortable sleeping position. The rain fly sides can be opened to a more parallel position to allow increased airflow on warmer nights or pulled down tighter to keep heat in or in the event of heavy rains. You will likely want to add 2 tent stakes to the package in the event you have limited trees or brush to extend the side fly lines to.
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Jon
5.0 out of 5 stars Will never go back to tents
Reviewed in Canada on May 23, 2022
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Jon
5.0 out of 5 stars Will never go back to tents
Reviewed in Canada on May 23, 2022
Loving this hammock setup for back country camping and tripping. I used to really be on the fence about moving on from my tent, but I finally decided to go for it and WOW.

I usually sleep pretty well on trip, waking up periodically through the night because I've rolled off my sleeping pad or just for general repositioning, etc... but the first time trying this hammock, I slept completely through the night for the FIRST. TIME. EVER. on a recent back country trip. They asymmetrical design is perfect for side sleeping, which I was definitely skeptical about at first. I don't know what kind of sorcery went into designing this thing but the only way you can't really sleep in it, is on your stomach.

A few PROs:
1. Set up. The time it takes to set up and tear down once you get the hang of it is laughable compared to tents. It takes literally 3 minutes MAX once you know what you're doing and know what you like for set up.
2. Weight. I opted for the Explorer XL becuase even though I'm not a big guy, I still like a lot of space and it's still lighter than any tent setup I've used.
3. Versatility. You can set it up over uneven ground, expanding your options for sleeping area when on trip in forested wilderness contexts.
4. Comfort. Like I said, it's the most comfortable sleep I've EVER had on trip. Period. Anyone who has ever had a poor sleeping experience on trip can tell you it's often "make or break" when it comes to how enjoyable the trip was. Sleep is a MUST.
5. In-hammock storage. There is a versitile guy line setup with mesh pockets and clips that you can use to store a phone, portable battery, small water bottle (I use a Lifestraw), headlamp, etc... Really practical and REALLY sturdy.
6. Durability. I have only used it on one trip, but if you're a seasoned tripper, you can usually get a sense for durable gear even after limited use. As long as you use it as intended, I'm sure it'll last a long time.

A few Cons (more just things to get used to).
1. Getting in and out. It can be cumbersome at first to get used to getting in and out of the hammock and then getting into your sleeping bag/using an in-hammock sleeping pad. Personally, I figured out a good system for myself pretty quick, but I can see how it would be annoying for some.
2. Limited in-hammock storage. You'll need to store your pack either under your hammock or under a tarp somewhere outside of the hammock. To those who are used to tents, this will probably be the most annoying change in routine/overall setup.
3. Cold nights are COLD. On my recent trip, it got down to just about freezing at night and even with a sleeping bag rated for that temp, the wind on your back is brutal. Using a sleeping pad can help mitigate this. With tents, I find you're at least a few degrees warmer inside than outside as the ambient temp rises with body heat. This just doesn't happen with hammocks, so expect to sleep colder than in a tent.
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Margaret Sampson
5.0 out of 5 stars Very comfortable!
Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2019
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E.S.F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 12, 2015
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Super comfortable for sleeping
Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2018
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IJ
4.0 out of 5 stars The build quality is great, the asymmetrical design is very comfortable
Reviewed in Canada on November 6, 2017
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