When it came to camping, it was common for people to set up tents to camp, and the way they stay has become more diverse.
One of my favorite camping styles is "Hammock Stay." Instead of a tent, I sleep in a hammock, and it's so comfortable, I've been completely hooked by the comfort of sleeping while swaying, and I've been enjoying camping using more than five hammocks so far.
Recently, hammocks have not only been used for camping, but the Yatsugatake Twin Pond Campground has begun to accept hammocks in mountainous areas, which is the first in Japan to accommodate hammocks in mountainous areas, and there are also opportunities for use in hiking and mountain climbing, making them increasingly attracting attention.
This time, we will introduce some hammocks that are recommended for those who want to try staying at a hammock.
The Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock is a hammock that is easy to set up, comfortable when sleeping, and portable, making it a hammock recommended for beginners and experienced people.
table of contents
- Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock Main Features
- Detailed review
- Large construction that allows you to lie down comfortably
- Anyone can set up the same way with a ridgeline that maintains a constant pitch.
- Mosquito net is integrated into the mosquito net, so you don't have to worry about getting bitten when sleeping.
- Fabric that does not feel uncomfortable when touching the skin
- A dedicated bag that can be stored without folding neatly
- Highly portable so you can take it out
- Summary: Hammocks have high potential to sleep comfortably even when not on flat surfaces
Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock Main Features
Cocoon is an Austrian brand founded in 1989, and is a brand that mainly produces travel sheets and syriping backliners, and is highly supported by backpackers and climbers around the world.
The hammock "Ultra Lite Mosquito Net Hammock" created by Cocoon is a hammock that includes a mosquito net (mosquito net).
This is a single-person hammock, and measures 325cm x 148cm. The hammock body is made of Extra Strong 20 Denier Hexagonal Ripstop Nylon.
Mosquito Net uses no-see-um mesh that does not allow small insects to enter, ensuring breathability and separating the space from the outside.
The high-tech UHMW-PE cord ridgeline, which measures a constant pitch and perfect diagonals, is designed to allow the arch to be drawn in the same way no matter who sets it up, so it can be easily set up without the user being chosen.
The zipper on one side can be opened wide, reducing the stress of entering and leaving the hammock.
The hammock body weighs 395g, and the included carabiner is 40g, with a total weight of 435g. This hammock is compact and portable, with a storage size of 18cm x Ø7cm.
Favorite points
- Large construction that allows you to lie down comfortably
- Anyone can set up the same way with a ridgeline that maintains a constant pitch.
- Mosquito net is integrated into the mosquito net, so you don't have to worry about getting bitten when sleeping.
- Fabric that does not feel uncomfortable when touching the skin
- A dedicated bag that can be stored without folding neatly
- Highly portable so you can take it out
Interesting points
- The presence of mosquito net reduces the feeling of openness by halving
- There is only one side of the entrance zipper
Main Specifications and ratings
| Item name | Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock |
|---|---|
| structure | Mosquito net integrated hammock |
| Number of people to sleep | 1 person |
| size | 325cm x 148cm |
| Storage size | 18cm x Ø7cm |
| Body weight | Hammock: 395g Carabiner: 40g |
| color | green |
| material | Extra Strong 20 Denier Hexagonal Ripstop Nylon, no-see-um mesh |
| Outdoor Gearzine Review | |
| Comfort | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of setup and removal | ★★★★☆ |
| weight | ★★★★☆ |
| Portability | ★★★★☆ |
| Weather Resistant | ★★★★☆ |
| Durability | ★★★☆☆ |
Detailed review
Large construction that allows you to lie down comfortably
The Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock is a hammock for one person, but it is 325cm x 148cm in size, and is large for one person, so you can lie down comfortably and do not feel oppressive.
I also like the feeling of being wrapped in a small hammock, but the large construction makes it comfortable to lie down comfortably.
By sleeping in a "slant" position with the hammock, you can get closer to flatness and make it more comfortable to sleep on. Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammocks are large in size, so there is plenty of space to move inside the hammock when you want to change your posture.
Anyone can set up the same way with a ridgeline that maintains a constant pitch.
Normally, hammocks are set up in an arch, so that the hammock itself wraps around your body and distributes the load applied.
Setting up the arch like a drawing is not difficult once you get used to it, but until you get used to it, it's a point where you'll have to struggle to adjust it.
The Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock has a ridge line that maintains a constant pitch, allowing you to draw the same "arch" no matter who sets it up, so there is no need to do any fine adjustments.
This hammock is easy to use even for beginners as it saves you the effort of adjusting it.
The hammock I used for the first time didn't have a ridgeline, so it was difficult to set up. I had a bitter experience of not being able to arch well and I put a hammock on too much, so I couldn't distribute the load and my body started to hurt the next morning.
If the first hammock was an Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock, I wouldn't have experienced this.
Mosquito net is integrated into the mosquito net, so you don't have to worry about getting bitten when sleeping.
When it comes to stress at camping, insects are the thing. Blood-sucking insects in particular can be uncomfortable when bitten by pain and itching (I don't dislike insects, but I don't like blood-sucking insects).
Ultra-Light Mosquito Net Hammocks are made of a mosquito net made from no-see-um mesh that does not allow small insects to enter, so there is no need to worry about insects.
Not only that, the hammock, where the hammock and mosquito net are separated, requires that the mosquito net be set up after setting up the main body, but if it is integrated, the process will be eliminated. The fewer steps, making setting up easier.
To enjoy camping in an unfamiliar hammock, it is important to make setting up easily and eliminate any worries about insects. Lieing in a hammock and relaxing without worrying about insects is a blissful time.
The presence of mosquito net reduces the feeling of openness by halving
The mosquito net has no need to worry about insects, but since it separates the space from the outside world, the feeling of "openness" is reduced by half.
It's fine to not have a mosquito net in the season where there are no insects, so if you want to experience a sense of openness and be swayed by a hammock during these times, we recommend a different type of hammock than a mosquito net.
Fabric that does not feel uncomfortable when touching the skin
The fabric used in the Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock is very supple and does not feel uncomfortable when exposed to the skin directly. It does not stick to the skin when you sweat, so it is comfortable to sleep in light clothes during high temperatures and hot seasons.
A dedicated bag that can be stored without folding neatly
When storing an Ultra Light Mosquito Net hammock, press it into a storage bag that is sewn onto the main unit to store it.
The supple fabric makes it easy to store, and the zippered storage bag expands, so you can store it without folding it neatly (this is a great help)
Opening the zipper will expand the storage bag, making it easier to store your hammock
Highly portable so you can take it out
Measured to less than 500g with a hammock with an integrated mosquito net. It is slightly larger than a 500ml plastic bottle, making it compact and easy to take not only for camping, but also for hiking and fishing.
I go fishing for the mountain stream, but resting while being swayed by a hammock is a blissful time (especially when there are catches).
There is only one side of the entrance zipper
The Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock has a zipper that can be accessed and exited on only one side.
There is no stress because it is only on one side, but be careful when setting up, only the zipper is on the other side.
Summary: Hammocks have high potential to sleep comfortably even when not on flat surfaces
We introduced the Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock.
For those who want to try staying in a hammock, the first hammock with an integrated mosquito net is definitely recommended.
Enjoy a comfortable hammock night with Cocoon Ultra Light Mosquito Net Hammock!
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Yosuke
From spring to autumn, I chase after char deep in the mountains and go fishing in the mountain stream. We walked the mountains in search of spectacular views that cannot be seen from the ground. Camping to be healed by the bonfire. Snowboarding is a floating mountain with a mountain of silver.
A freelance writer who enjoys outdoor activities all year round. I share my own experiences and tools that I've been using.