Looks like theres been a some thought put into the design of the hammock it's just a shame it's short in lenght, it's a shame because there are lots of budget hammocks out there and they are all short in lenght. Possibly designed in the far east. Great review jim✌
1m longer? 😂 It’s built by French for French. Remember the XL mat in decathlon is 1m95. Apart from Scandinavians and Americans, we don’t go much father up than that lol Plus America has a ton of companies already and the Norwegians have the Draumr. Yeah not cheap but they don’t need budget friendly stuff as much. As 1m71 Portuguese I’m pretty happy with it
Thanks for Demo'ing the hammock, I have a fair bit of Solognac kit, it's predominantly for hunters, but a lot of it works well for camping and bush craft as well, I have a fair few of their pouches.
Interesting, had no idea Decathlon had those in the product line-up. Also loving their furtive camo. A shame theres no bug net, but by my guess the next iteration may have it.
@@jim-bob-outdoors Had to shoot off to work before I got to finish this video so just got back to it, got to say the offset sleep mat pocket is genius, might have a look in my Decathlon tomorrow to see if they have this in store. I'm a towering 5"8"¾ so I reckon it'll do me nicely. 😊👍🏼
I have seen a few people put sticks between the tree and a rope like that to stop the tree getting damaged, it seems to work but why bother when you have decent tree straps! I will be passing on the link to this vid to a couple of people as the slidey roll mat issue can be a nightmare and this company has solved that. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
@@jim-bob-outdoors my DD hammock has one big zipper pocket to which the sleep mat is inserted and zipped in - always end up with my body half on and half off the mat. This is definitely a hammock worth looking into.
Yes you are right, I just don't like it. My tree straps are the same weight and do a better job in my opinion. Straps are simple and at least 50% longer giving you more options.
That looks like a good bit of kit, What tarp would you recommend for ease of beginners ? I'm fed up of crawling in and out of tents now. I's the knees and the blood pressure.
For simplicity, I would say the DD 3x3. The right size for most applications. The is plenty of other options out there, but I find a 3x3 is the sweet spot. Just ordered the tarp that matches this hammock, hopefully it will be here for the weekend. Shade under 3x3 but close enough.
@@jim-bob-outdoors there are some really good items to be found at Decathlon, the only job is in finding the gems. Great pattern on that hammock, looks good. perfect for hanging around and chillin oooooot! G
Seems decent that hammock, the same price as my new G4Free Hammock but more stealthy, gear storage might be a pain setting the right height of the hammock. Looking forward to your thoughts on the test night.
Hi, I haven´t read all the comments so my question might have been asked before but, here goes... Is the luggage hammock sturdy enough to set up as a camp chair (not underneath your sleeping hammock off course) ? Kind regards Alain
I really like the idea behind this hammock. only one out there with sleeping pad pockets instead of a full double layer AFAIK. I do think that it is probably better if you hang it a lot tighter than a usual gathered end hammock, though I know this was only a first impressions video and I havent watched all the vids you use it on. For 45€ it's hard to beat such a hammock. I dislike that both this and the basic hammock came without proper tree hugging straps, but ig it's to make it cheaper? One wind has a double layered one for 60 and 70€, so It might be worth it instead of buying this and then spending extra on the suspension system. BUT onewind outsources to china and this is made in France I think, so that's better.
Why not stick your feet into that foot pocket as well? That'd solve the feet almost out of the hammock issue I reckon... I'll probably cut those out and repurpose the material, my reason for potentially purchasing this would be to use as a kind of overhammock layer, I have a sleeping bag pod system and this would be a waterproofed outer layer for that predominantly, Down bag(If needed)>Inner hammock>pod around that>this around pod. But it's a very thoughtful feature they've got there 👍
Jim bob , can you please explain to my wife, that you talked me into buying a new hammock online , and it will be delivered to my front door for $2-99, lol onlines hopping
@@jim-bob-outdoors the mean income in the us is 32k, in india its 1,3k. so comperativly 25$ is basically 750$ for us in the west. the difference between the two prices is just keeping the store running, so labour, electricity and rent. in my opinion this shows that its actually quite a good price were getting.
This hammock is only 270cm long the length is too short, at least you need 300cm up for any person with 172cm height up, you don't want to lay in it like a banana
@J Haan I agree with you. I normally hang my hammock tighter than most people. You can get diagonal in this one using the pockets for the pad, but its not as bigger angle as you would in most hammocks. Regards JB.
Looks like theres been a some thought put into the design of the hammock it's just a shame it's short in lenght, it's a shame because there are lots of budget hammocks out there and they are all short in lenght.
Possibly designed in the far east.
Great review jim✌
I agree. They narrow the market by making it that size. 100cm longer and it would fit anyone. Thanks for watching.
1m longer? 😂
It’s built by French for French. Remember the XL mat in decathlon is 1m95. Apart from Scandinavians and Americans, we don’t go much father up than that lol
Plus America has a ton of companies already and the Norwegians have the Draumr. Yeah not cheap but they don’t need budget friendly stuff as much. As 1m71 Portuguese I’m pretty happy with it
Found your channel from the Decathlon review. Good video, thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Lovely pattern colors
I am quite taken by it. It's very different.
Thanks for Demo'ing the hammock, I have a fair bit of Solognac kit, it's predominantly for hunters, but a lot of it works well for camping and bush craft as well, I have a fair few of their pouches.
I am impressed with there kit, not expensive either.
I really like the inner sleeve for the sleep mat. I may try to improvise something like that in my hammock. thx for sharing JB
I think its a great idea. After last night, I can confirm it works well.
Gereetings from Poland, I like your reviev. 😀
Awesome! Thank you! 👍
A very nice bit of kit, Jim, great camo' and a really good price too. It's a win/win in my book.
I think its a bit of a bargain. Will know more after using it this weekend. 👍
Interesting, had no idea Decathlon had those in the product line-up. Also loving their furtive camo. A shame theres no bug net, but by my guess the next iteration may have it.
Really that’s a deal breaker a bug net.
Bug net is sold separately. Fits any hammock and can be used under a tarp. 👍 (about £17)
@@jim-bob-outdoors Had to shoot off to work before I got to finish this video so just got back to it, got to say the offset sleep mat pocket is genius, might have a look in my Decathlon tomorrow to see if they have this in store. I'm a towering 5"8"¾ so I reckon it'll do me nicely. 😊👍🏼
@@AggyGoesOutdoors should be a good size for you mate. 😎
I have seen a few people put sticks between the tree and a rope like that to stop the tree getting damaged, it seems to work but why bother when you have decent tree straps! I will be passing on the link to this vid to a couple of people as the slidey roll mat issue can be a nightmare and this company has solved that. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
Thanks mate. I agree, just use proper straps. Its not like they cost much.
I was always told that the more knots in rope the weaker it makes the rope. 🤷 Love the camo though. Hopefully it holds out for a long time.
Agreed. Not a fan of the rope (will use my own straps) but overall it looks well made. 👍
That looks a real nice camo, proper English woodland blend. Like the storage underneath. What a bargain, look forward to the test drive.
Hope it works as good as it looks. I will find out tonight. 😁 xx
Hi Jimbob, another great review 😊💝🏴 xxxxx
Thankyou Paula, testing starts this weekend. xx
Looking forward to ut@😊💝🏴××××
Thats to it lol
@@paulaboyland2946 😂👍
I’ve never seen the mat pockets before very good idea.
I don't know why more manufacturers don't do the same.
Nice video Jim, Hammock looks pretty decent and I really like the pockets to stop the sleep mat moving around.👍
Yes I though that was a cleaver idea. 👍
@@jim-bob-outdoors my DD hammock has one big zipper pocket to which the sleep mat is inserted and zipped in - always end up with my body half on and half off the mat. This is definitely a hammock worth looking into.
@@richinthewild7843 yes my DD XL is the same. Never quite worked for me. I think this is a better idea.
Allan. I believe those tree huggers are jungle knots the army uses. Its a quick release system.
Yes you are right, I just don't like it. My tree straps are the same weight and do a better job in my opinion. Straps are simple and at least 50% longer giving you more options.
Nice looking set up. Shame its not longer. Still looking for the ideal hammock 👍
For price v Performance, the bog standard DD one takes some beating. 😉
Love that camo! New purchase made !
They do tarps and clothing in the same. 👍
That looks like a good bit of kit, What tarp would you recommend for ease of beginners ? I'm fed up of crawling in and out of tents now. I's the knees and the blood pressure.
For simplicity, I would say the DD 3x3. The right size for most applications. The is plenty of other options out there, but I find a 3x3 is the sweet spot. Just ordered the tarp that matches this hammock, hopefully it will be here for the weekend. Shade under 3x3 but close enough.
That is a cracking camo pattern, JB!
The sleep mat pockets seem a good idea. What about not inflating the Trekology as much? It won't be so high then.
Going to use one of my slim self inflating mats this weekend and see how I get on. Thanks for watching my friend.
@@jim-bob-outdoors I hope you have a splendid night in it.
If you do, I think there will be lots buying this hammock 😁
Have a good one, JB 😉👍🏼
They have some good kit across their range, good review mate. Do NOT get knotted!!!!!!!!!!!!
I like Solognac, they make some good clothing too.
@@jim-bob-outdoors there are some really good items to be found at Decathlon, the only job is in finding the gems. Great pattern on that hammock, looks good. perfect for hanging around and chillin oooooot! G
Seems decent that hammock, the same price as my new G4Free Hammock but more stealthy, gear storage might be a pain setting the right height of the hammock. Looking forward to your thoughts on the test night.
Using it this weekend so we will soon find out. 😁
Hi,
I haven´t read all the comments so my question might have been asked before but, here goes...
Is the luggage hammock sturdy enough to set up as a camp chair (not underneath your sleeping hammock off course) ?
Kind regards
Alain
No idea to be honest. I think the material would be ok, but the line attached to it would need replacing.
Thanks. Are you going to try?
Awesome video
Thanks Dave. I will be testing it over the next few weekends. 👍
@@jim-bob-outdoors awesome
I really like the idea behind this hammock. only one out there with sleeping pad pockets instead of a full double layer AFAIK.
I do think that it is probably better if you hang it a lot tighter than a usual gathered end hammock, though I know this was only a first impressions video and I havent watched all the vids you use it on.
For 45€ it's hard to beat such a hammock. I dislike that both this and the basic hammock came without proper tree hugging straps, but ig it's to make it cheaper?
One wind has a double layered one for 60 and 70€, so It might be worth it instead of buying this and then spending extra on the suspension system. BUT onewind outsources to china and this is made in France I think, so that's better.
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Why not stick your feet into that foot pocket as well?
That'd solve the feet almost out of the hammock issue I reckon...
I'll probably cut those out and repurpose the material, my reason for potentially purchasing this would be to use as a kind of overhammock layer, I have a sleeping bag pod system and this would be a waterproofed outer layer for that predominantly,
Down bag(If needed)>Inner hammock>pod around that>this around pod.
But it's a very thoughtful feature they've got there 👍
Interesting idea my friend.
nice 1 Allan ya cud allways swap out for tree hugger straps 👍👍
That's the plan. I love my own system. 😁
Got the tarp so after watching your video think I will get the hammock to match
My tarp arrived today, looks good. 👍
Jim bob , can you please explain to my wife, that you talked me into buying a new hammock online , and it will be delivered to my front door for $2-99, lol onlines hopping
Dont you go blaming me! 😂
It is sold for less than $25 in India
Its relative I suppose, guessing the average man earns less there too.
@@jim-bob-outdoors the mean income in the us is 32k, in india its 1,3k. so comperativly 25$ is basically 750$ for us in the west. the difference between the two prices is just keeping the store running, so labour, electricity and rent. in my opinion this shows that its actually quite a good price were getting.
Looks like a good product. Too bad about the length.
Another 100cm would make all the difference. Seams ok for up to 6 foot or 180cm. 👍
This hammock is only 270cm long the length is too short, at least you need 300cm up for any person with 172cm height up, you don't want to lay in it like a banana
Yes it should be longer, but I am 180cm and slept diagonal in it ok.
@J Haan I agree with you. I normally hang my hammock tighter than most people. You can get diagonal in this one using the pockets for the pad, but its not as bigger angle as you would in most hammocks. Regards JB.
Awful a lot of ads in this video… how you except anyone to stick around with ads every other minute. Cmon ffs
My channel is not monetised. This all down to TH-cam because its a popular video. Completely out of my control.
With better straps and a bug net that could be an awesome budget purchase. I really like the colour.
Just ordered the bug net. Its a stand alone item that fits any hammock and can also be used under a tarp when on the ground. 👍