WHAT IS A HAMMOCK?
Just in case you didn't know, it is a sling made of fabric, rope, or netting that is suspended between two or more points. Hammocks are typically used for swinging, sleeping, resting, or relaxing with your whiskey. It is a great way to enjoy your #WhiskeyView!
TYPES OF HAMMOCKS
We’ll start with the Rope hammock. These are the ones we know and love, the ones that each of us at one time or another had in our backyard.
ROPE HAMMOCK
White rope, tied in knots with a spreader bar on each end. I know, me and my brothers would hook our hand and feet through ropes and take turns to see who would be able to do a full 360.
Next, we have Fabric, these provide more comfort and you’re less likely to fall out since they form around you.
FABRIC HAMMOCK
The Brazilian Hammocks usually fall under this category and can even make good beds. Also, in this category you’ll find quilted hammocks which takes two sheets of fabric and quilts them together over polyester fiber-fill batting giving you that cushy feel. Quilted hammocks usually include spreader bars.
String hammocks, also known as Mayan hammocks are supposed to be top quality in the comfort area.
STRING HAMMOCK
We have not been privy to one so look forward to us reviewing one. This is a tradition in Mayan culture which has been passed down from generation to generation. They are made by weaving thin cotton strings which remarkably are able to hold a lot of weight.
Well, we couldn’t leave out the camping, travel, jungle hammocks. Whatever you decide to call them.
CAMPING HAMMOCK
These are usually lightweight, pack up super tiny, and are made out of rip-stop nylon, parachutes, and other space-age nano super strong materials. A Jungle hammock is basically what you’d expect to use in a jungle. A lightweight contraption with an attached net.
TRAVEL HAMMOCK
What do you do when two points aren't available? Bring your travel hammock. Two points aren't needed for travel hammocks. Relax and enjoy your #WhiskeyView anywhere!
ACCESSORIES
Of course, there are hammock accessories. Everything from hammock straps, stands, wheel kits, mosquito nets, pillows, pads, hanging drink holders, and more!
Of course, there are hammock accessories. Everything from hammock straps, stands, wheel kits, mosquito nets, pillows, pads, hanging drink holders, and more!
Of course, there are hammock accessories. Everything from hammock straps, stands, wheel kits, mosquito nets, pillows, pads, hanging drink holders, and more!
A few other fun facts:
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South America is thought to be the origins of the hammock.
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Native Americans in El Salvador used hammocks to repel constant earthquakes.
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In comparison to the ground, it's not only comfy to sleep in, but also keeps you away from spiders and insects while you sleep.
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The British Royal Navy brought canvas hammocks on their ships.
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The US Army used waterproof hammocks during the Vietnam War.