OneTigris Hideout Hammock Underquilt, Lightweight 4 Season Hammock Gear for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Travel, Beach, Backyard, Patio, Portable

Here is my piecemeal gearlist for around 150. Hammock - https://simplylightdesigns.com/collections/hammocks/products/the-starter 70 bucks, choose your length and fabric size. Minimum 11 feet long imo. The fabric you choose is based on your height and weight. Some fabrics are wider than others. Wider fabrics might be more comfortable, depending how tall you are. Choose cinch buckle suspension. This hammock is super high quality for the price and could easily last you many years. If you have questions, you can ask me or email Jared at simply light designs. Tarp - You want one that's at least 11 feet long. https://www.amazon.com/Wise-Owl-Outfitters-Hammock-Rain/dp/B073GQXMM9?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.opWopYveLAd2R960Sx_nYVz1nmbY4N_KB-5x2Vjvc-85i5GXo0AB3Rdp084oPwaONJ4VTjkd4dPfncHige40d6gShJusxl_AQuMeXyOKtKAJIpodG6HXXgPAEFIfa3d1h1-VgykLg3i-CMprTNkKrj3o0w8o0tH3AvzuOJxItTJ3Z72AqxVw_9GJV0AsZHXvzqQbS1LnIO5NDSR7WKFDyGFo7jn7JVVZHeeT_APCAwg.kKtkkOnuzlAFEQP_eZIn8Y15wqPQ1u-e-XM3ZSq8ius&dib_tag=se&keywords=hammock%2Btarp&qid=1762757062&sr=8-1&th=1 It's 42 bucks, is a hex tarp, and has the seams taped so you don't have to seam seal it yourself. It's heavy but it's 42 bucks. Comes with stakes and all the lines you need to hang it. Tarp will last a long time because sil nylon is tough. You may have to tighten the guylines a bit after it rains to keep it taut, because silnylon absorbs water. Best value for the price I can find. Okay, this leaves us with 38 bucks to try and find you an underquilt. https://www.amazon.com/OneTigris-Hideout-Hammock-Underquilt-Essentials/dp/B08938G2DS?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IbbKOv5OP6DQjQquMqiuwftIY507wGszNGTR1PahkO5kOYwKhCbI2e7h0iLp-UjCh5x_Pqdr7uc3nUebJxq1GzSx6hiYNtAQU-_5UiFGHzHBg7TPO1QGIgmwpFNaXoezVzsxkq0UZqK2a5XvJbcCO_P8wt9t9Y3EvMNdkWR0Pq8WCCn_xKZLHgDL-NgI_5Wz8YZPdjUQLmPf0aeXL-0ZvwjTFTrtrYyonqIS3kiOQYT-b0XqBYUNOGhqVMi0MEFMfAWsHgo9NjWnDrK22TAKL0p5b3S3w3dJjWLoa8ZwK54.a_L8nmWGk2O_mHQU8SQ7X3UDz27Lx6chZ8GGfXzn6eI&dib_tag=se&keywords=underquilt&qid=1762757724&sr=8-2&th=1 There is an underquilt here that is 37.99. I tried to find my old budget underquilt, the wise owl flare, but it doesn't seem to be made anymore. This set gives you everything you need, plus you have your own sleeping bag, for a little more than 150 USD. (tax plus misc shipping I'm guessing)

I have this one, it's cheaper than just about any alternative and is dead simple to set up. Very warm too, you'd only need to replace it if you need less bulk or weight in the future if you stick with hammock camping. I also considered trying to rig something I had for the first trip, but this was so cheap it felt silly not to do it right. Paired it with an even cheaper hammock and tarp setup and regular sleeping bag, and had a great time. Considered this as an even cheaper option, saw a few positive reviews on here about it.