SOBO Hammock Advice
My buddies have been planning a SOBO thru hike starting mid June for well over a year now. I rather recently began talking and finding out more details about the trip. It just happens I was planning to leave my job around the time they’re starting so now I’ve been fully invested the last few weeks. A bit petrified since we’re starting with Maine and I have less experience than both my buddies, but years of camp trips and hiking have me confident in my own abilities.
We are hammock camping the entire way. My question is regarding insulation along the trail. I don’t mind investing in quality gear, but I’m not trying to fully break the bank.
- Does anyone have any SOBO hammocking experience?
- What sort of insulation do you recommend (I.E. padding, quilts, space blanket) and then what sort of temperature rating would be necessary?
I was looking into a 20 degree under and top quilt but have been struggling to find something for a good price that’s light weight. Lots of reasonable 30 degree top quilts, but I’m not sure if that’ll be warm enough on the trail.
Right now I’m going to be getting an ENO Junglenest hammock, and the Onewind Billow tarp for maximum wind protection.
Any insulation help or advice would be epic!