Portable Hammocks

Relaxing outdoors doesn't have to be restricted to the back yard anymore. The portable hammock manufacturing industry has gone beyond the previous limitations of the old-fashioned models that needed to be securely tied between two poles or two tree trunks in order for it to be serviceable. Today's line of portable hammocks offers construction with sturdy yet lightweight materials that make it possible to set one up in virtually any location. Want to kick back at the beach? Are you going camping or hiking and want to stay off the ground? Want to relax with company on both your front and back porches? Would you like extra space in your college or university dorm room? How about a hammock that you can move indoors when the weather gets nasty? There is an answer for you!

A portable hammock is designed to be easy to fold and carry from one location to the next, so they are perfect for campers, hikers and everyone who enjoys being out of doors. The durable state of the art materials that make up the bed are stain and mildew resistant, can easily hold up to 400 pounds of weight, and dry quickly should they become damp or wet. Clean up is equally easy with mild soap and water. Among the most popular styles is one designed with a breathable silk material that is also extremely lightweight and very durable. A portable folding hammock weighs less than 2 pounds and is convenient to stuff into your hiker's backpack without adding volume or too much weight.

They come in two versions, with and without their own easy to carry frames, so be sure to purchase a model with its own frame if you're not sure they will be a place for hanging your hammock at your final destination. Hammocks without frames come equipped with reinforced hooks located at either end for ease of hanging on poles or tree trunks. The ones that come with frames are self-contained for easy set-up virtually anywhere and the framing material is strong and lightweight, as well as rust-resistant.

You can purchase a less expensive model for under $50 or spend over $200, depending upon the quality and craftsmanship you want in the unit. The beds are offered in cotton, polyester, silk, and olefin from such respected brand names as Outbank, Hammaka, Outer Banks and Island Bay. For under $50, you won't get a frame for hanging it, but you will get the bed itself and usually a convenient carrying case for traveling. On the upper end of the scale, the more expensive features are more durable construction, a finer weave in the bedding material with quilting add for more comfort and are expected to last a lot longer. The best way to decide which portable hammock is right for you is to actually see them at the retail store, test out models in a variety of prices, and ask the sales representative to let you set one up and take it down yourself to judge the ease of mobility.