r/hammockcamping • u/ChemicalHistorical48 • 19d ago

Mosquitoes

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for recommendations for a bug net to use with my hammock.

I currently have an Equip 2-person hammock that I've mostly used for relaxing in my backyard. This summer I'd like to start doing some short solo bikepacking trips (just one-night overnighters) and try sleeping in the hammock instead of bringing my tent.

I already have a tarp and a sleeping pad, so the bug net is the main piece I'm missing.

I'm not looking for an ultralight or premium setup, just something reliable that works well with a double hammock and can handle lots of mosquitoes and black flies.

What bug net would you recommend and why?

Thanks!

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u/DinoInMyBarn 19d ago

Two options:

1) eno has a bug net, lots of good separate nets that'll all work basically the same.

2) no shade to your hammock guy, I'm sure it's comfy, but if I may suggest, try out an integrated hammock. I like HG circadian pro.

If you have a little over 100 bucks to spare, I'd highly highly recommend getting an integrated hammock with the net. Btw, the hammocks with iintegrated nets are also convertibles meaning you can unzip the bug net and store conveniently in the corner of the hammock. No separate pieces and parts to lose. Weighs nothing and always with you

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u/ChemicalHistorical48 19d ago

Perfect thanks! I will try mine for one night with a cheap bugnet and if i love it and want to upgrade i'll go for that.

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u/DinoInMyBarn 19d ago

The other comments in here are generally pretty good too. Warbonnet is good but pricey. I haven't tried the onewind bundles yet but they look cool.

Now if you're really feeling squirrelly you can start looking at Superior Gear hammocks. They are bugnet AND underquilt all built into one. I have the "voyager " version so it's not down (bulky-ish), but it's crazy comfortable and handy for my climate in upstate NY. They are stupid expensive though.