Archive for April 9th, 2009
The fact is, that you very seldom have two perfectly placed trees to hang your hammock. This means that a stand is a must. The major benefit you get from hammock stands is that they can be placed just about anywhere. When you don’t have to attach your hammock to a wall or tree, you can either move under the sun or shade with more ease.
Stands are supports made of wood or metal that can be used to hang hammocks from either end. However, you need to make sure that you buy the right stand as not all stands and hammocks are made for each other. The hammock stand should have a weight capacity at least as much as the hammock. Also the length of your hammock is important when choosing a stand. Make sure the stand is large enough for your hammock. Check the specs. It is recommended that the stand be at least 2 feet longer than the hammock.