HAMMOCK OR BIVY TENT? | How to choose between a hammock and tarp or bivy tent emergency shelter
Need a bug out bag shelter, hammock or bivy tent? Which is best? I break down the best and the worst of hammocks vs. bivy tents for camping or emergency shelters. There are many shelters to choose from, and whether you choose hammock or bivy tent you will have to deal with the pros and cons of each option. Make sure you know what you're letting yourself in for by trying out both options before you need either your hammock or bivy tent in an emergency.
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Enlarge the place of your tent,
stretch your tent curtains wide,
do not hold back;
lengthen your cords,
strengthen your stakes.
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There are advantages to both set ups. The bivvy can be closed off, and retain more heat. The tarp can also be closed off in one side, creating a better wind barrier. The tarp and hammock setup, does look comfy, but needs to be staked off better, and maybe lower. This will prevent more heat loss. Thanks for the great content, as always.
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stefan! You're right on all accounts. A tarp is really so versatile it's something I would recommend everyone carry anyway. C
Interesting topic. I guess the landscape and season ultimately has the final say. I have a Tentsile Una treetop tent and a Hennesy Hammock Jungle Explorer. In the bush I must admit I gravitate to the hammock 9/10 times. I think setup time is a big factor here...but also needing 3 trees with the right angles as opposed to only 2 for the hammock. Convection is an issue with both, so on colder trips I'll put some insulation between myself and bottom of the tent or hammock. The larger work/living space under the tarp is important if I'm planning on being there a few nights. Being raised well above the ground does provide the option to hang your backpack and other gear within arm's reach right underneath you, where the hammock does not easily provide this luxury, unless you have a second Ridgeline under your tarp, but slightly away from the hammock...this is tricky though as you are most likely accessing it from lower than your pack...not fun. For most mountain hikes I pack a tent, knowing that eventually the altitude is going to stop providing trees. Thanks for the vid. It's good to play around with all one's options. Like the bloopers and extras 👍 Keep adding.
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Hey Nelis! Thanks for sharing your insights I hadn't thought of the gear hanging advantages of the platform. You're quite right! C
Very cool video. Thank you.
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Have a super weekend. C
I think I'd prefer the hammock, and the tarp.
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Me too🤔 C
Parts of Africa has some of same wilderness area's love the channel from the u.s
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Hello from South Africa Brad👋 Thanks for watching and dropping a comment. C
Good stuff. Well presented, excellent information to know, guard dog ...check. Good to go... 🙂
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Glad you had a good time! C
Hi C, Exped Bivi bag,(Event Membrane, you dry wet cloth overnigth ! ) fast in ,fast out , difficult to see ,overall .... More room + Tarp LG Roland 🌹
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Hey LG! Thanks for dropping in. I'm going to have a look at the Exped Bibi, sounds like a great option. C
Miss these videos. 😢
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
At least you still get to watch them, hit the bell button and KZread will notify you. How have you been? C
@yakfishin4912
Жыл бұрын
@@LiveReady Oh I'm doing good C how's your pack doing? Oh I've been a subscriber from my very first video viewing of yours. KZread isn't always so good about notifications.
Ek hou van beide skuilings (ek is ‘n “skerpioen”) en is mal oor Indie wat die platform so mooi ondersoek ! 🤗
@LiveReady
10 ай бұрын
Shame Indy was nie heeltemal seker oor so hoog in die lug op wees nie. Maar sy geniet wel die uitstappie. C
You use cca. 5 meter long life-save-strap. (3m 10 nodes + 2m + 3m 10 nodes and 2 professional climbing carabiner) This will protect you from falling branches. Build the tarp over it. You are happy with many strap-nodes. Hang the hammock from it. You are happy with many strap-nodes.
A swag tent would work well on the raised platform, it would seal you off from the bugs.
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
I'll look into it thanks for the suggestion. 👍 C
Hello C, I hope everything is fine in SA! 💚
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Hey Jean, just another day in paradise 😁😉 Thanks for checking in. I hope you're well too. C
@ForestJoe
Жыл бұрын
@@LiveReady I'm fine thanks. 🙏🏻👍🏻✨💫🙋🏻♂️🍀
When the apocalypse happens, and I somehow manage to survive the initial stages, I am going to opt for the tent as my survival shelter. I feel I might be a little better off than the person that opts for the ground sheet and hammock.😁
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
I think so too, especially long term. It's best to be able to keep all the mozzies out as well. C
@stranger3131
Жыл бұрын
@@LiveReady Yeah. The tent is an under represented shelter in the survival community. Although it's not as cool or creative as a tree fort, I feel it's pretty good. Giving a shoutout to the good old fashioned tent. Tried, tested and true.😐
Amazing info. How do I make direct contact to get product info.
@LiveReady
11 ай бұрын
Hi Andre, I'm glad you've enjoyed the content. There are some links in the video description or you can mail me at livereadysa@gmail.com. C
A house, please. 😂
@LiveReady
Жыл бұрын
Would a glamping tent and a hot shower do? 😉
@waitandsee9345
Жыл бұрын
@@LiveReady ofc. I'll pass by 🤫