Kevbo
2003-04-25, 18:37
WARNING: Newbie, first post. I've been lurking for a while, so hopefully not covering old ground.
I'm thinking of taking the plunge, and getting a Safari deluxe for use on motorcycle born camping trips. Looking primarly for a good nights sleep. Sleeping in a tent wastes too much time making coffee so I can try to get moving in the morning. Also scouting potential tent sites requires getting off the bike, parking, etc. ~10 minutes by the time you get a passenger back on the bike and rolling. I think I could eyeball tree spacing without even stopping.
Motorcycles handle weight no problem, bulk is the greater issue. Anyone know approximate volume the Safari packs to? Also, other than weight/bulk are there any disadvantages to go with the Safari model?
Considering the Safari as I am 6'5" tall. The weight limit would also allow sharing the Hammock with my grlfriend. Are there any similarly tall folks that can comment on HH fit and comfort?
Given the choice I will camp places with trees....however I live in the desert. (Albuquerque) What is the minimum kit I would need to add to use the HH as a tent in a pinch? (guessing two poles?)
I'm thinking of taking the plunge, and getting a Safari deluxe for use on motorcycle born camping trips. Looking primarly for a good nights sleep. Sleeping in a tent wastes too much time making coffee so I can try to get moving in the morning. Also scouting potential tent sites requires getting off the bike, parking, etc. ~10 minutes by the time you get a passenger back on the bike and rolling. I think I could eyeball tree spacing without even stopping.
Motorcycles handle weight no problem, bulk is the greater issue. Anyone know approximate volume the Safari packs to? Also, other than weight/bulk are there any disadvantages to go with the Safari model?
Considering the Safari as I am 6'5" tall. The weight limit would also allow sharing the Hammock with my grlfriend. Are there any similarly tall folks that can comment on HH fit and comfort?
Given the choice I will camp places with trees....however I live in the desert. (Albuquerque) What is the minimum kit I would need to add to use the HH as a tent in a pinch? (guessing two poles?)