{"product_id":"outdoor-sleep-system-that-replaces-a-camping-tent-and-pad","title":"Outdoor sleep system that replaces a camping tent and pad.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/haventents.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/download_1_e6c201a8-d3fd-4cb2-804b-913916fbe5ae.gif?v=1747239379\u0026amp;width=1500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet everything you need for comfortable outdoor sleep in one integrated system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstead of Traditional Tents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo more sleeping on hard, uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated design keeps you away from rocks, roots, and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetup is significantly quicker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated bug net and weatherproof rainfly included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstead of Separate Sleeping Pads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary pad integration for lay-flat comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo pad sliding or shifting during the night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsulated options for all-season use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive packed weight versus many tent + pad combos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/haventents.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/haven-xl-lifestyle.png?v=1695917203\u0026amp;width=1500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLay-Flat Hammock Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains consistent lay-flat comfort for any sleeping position, including side sleepers and campers with back pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for higher weight capacity with renowned durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for taller individuals or anyone who loves to stretch out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Backcountry System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull kit includes everything needed for outdoor sleep: shelter, sleeping surface, bug protection, and weather protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparable weight to many backpacking tents + pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSets up in minutes between trees or with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoptional stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for camping, backpacking, and overlanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTent-Level Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4000mm waterproof rainfly keeps you dry in any conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4000mm waterproof hammock body provides ground-level protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated bug net zips completely closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuy lines and stakes included to guy out your rainfly for ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/haventents.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Haven_Tent_with_Lables.jpg?v=1658925486\u0026amp;width=1500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"entry-title mkdf-post-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eOnly ONE Good Reason to Use This Hammock— Lay Flat Hammock Tent Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mkdf-post-text-main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI really wanted to like this thing! Its one of the only true lay-flat hammocks in existence. A hammock that even side and stomach sleepers can use. But to be honest, it seems like more like a gimmick than anything else. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-1024x526.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-768x394.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-1536x788.png 1536w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-1600x821.png 1600w\" class=\"wp-image-1710\" alt=\"Steven in hammock tent\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.04.09-PM-1024x526.png\" height=\"526\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little while back I was sent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethis tent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto try out. And I was intrigued because I’ve never been a big fan of hammocks, mainly because I’m a side sleeper, and hammocks just aren’t good for side sleepers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut  tents are different. They are more like a suspended tent than a hammock. So I wanted to try it for myself to see what it’s like. After spending some time with it, I think I’ve decided that it’s a cool idea, but in a real-world scenario, it’s just impractical. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet me explain. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"alignright size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 1484px) 100vw, 1484px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.08.05-PM.png 1484w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.08.05-PM-300x233.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.08.05-PM-1024x795.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.08.05-PM-768x596.png 768w\" class=\"wp-image-1711\" alt=\"Havent Tent Pack\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.08.05-PM.png\" height=\"1152\" width=\"1484\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight off the bat, the biggest problem with the tent is the weight. This thing weighs in at over\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeight pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor a one-person shelter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEight pounds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNow that includes the air mattress, which most shelters wouldn’t. But even then, I have four-person backpacking tents that don’t weigh that much. Without the air mattress, this thing is still five pounds alone. And you can’t even change the air mattress for something different because the design is dependent on this specific air mattress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-1024x551.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-768x413.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-1536x826.png 1536w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-1600x861.png 1600w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM.png 1896w\" class=\"wp-image-1712\" alt=\"Features Haven Tent air mattress\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.13.07-PM-1024x551.png\" height=\"551\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only time I would consider this would be on a short, overnight trip with low miles. Anything longer than that, and the weight is just impractical to carry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the things that I think adds to the small feeling is the fact that the air mattress bows in the middle when you lie on it. It’s not quite rigid enough to support your weight without folding in on you a bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-1024x441.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-300x129.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-768x331.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-1536x661.png 1536w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-1600x689.png 1600w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM.png 1798w\" class=\"wp-image-1717\" alt=\"Haven tent bows in the middle\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.27.41-PM-1024x441.png\" height=\"441\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow this certainly isn’t as bad as an actual hammock, and it is possible to sleep on your side and even your stomach of you want, but it certainly makes it feel a little more cramped on the inside. This is going to be worse on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe extra-large size\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethan it is on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe regular\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebecause your weight isn’t spread out as much. Larger hikers will experience less folding in the extra-large size and smaller hikers will experience it less on the regular size. But needless to say, the more of the hammock you take up, the smaller it’s going to feel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eSet-Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e tents are a little finicky to set up. You have to set the head slightly higher than the feet, or once you lie down in, it your head will be downhill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-1024x644.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-768x483.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-1536x966.png 1536w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-1600x1006.png 1600w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM.png 1622w\" class=\"wp-image-1718\" alt=\"Setting up Haven tent\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.37.49-PM-1024x644.png\" height=\"644\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have to make sure your hips are centered or you will once again find your head too low. As you’re getting in and out of it, or just trying to move around inside, the mattress had a tendency to shift to the left or right and was very difficult to reposition without getting out of the hammock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-1024x592.png 1024w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-768x444.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-1536x889.png 1536w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-1600x926.png 1600w, https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM.png 1732w\" class=\"wp-image-1719\" alt=\"Shifted air mattress\" src=\"https:\/\/mylifeoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Screen-Shot-2022-04-27-at-4.41.58-PM-1024x592.png\" height=\"592\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce again, these are all things I would be willing to compromise on if there was a really strong benefit to be gained. But as far as I can tell, the only benefit is the fact that you are suspended off the ground. Which, if I’m being honest, just feels a little gimmicky. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eleqihu","offers":[{"title":"Forest Green","offer_id":43078292996194,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sky Blue","offer_id":43078293028962,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/5290\/4546\/files\/Haven_XL_Lay_Flat_Hammock_Tent_for_Camping_-_Forest_Green_2e66a66f-8e32-4143-a3d5-6fbd6306791e.png?v=1782981846","url":"https:\/\/eleqihu.com\/products\/outdoor-sleep-system-that-replaces-a-camping-tent-and-pad","provider":"eleqihu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}