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I just cancelled my order of two of these hammocks, he's why...
I don't camp, I served 20 years in the US Army, and if I never have to spend another night out in the woods or eat another MRE, life will be good. I purchased two of these hammocks because I wanted to use them around the yard/deck to lounge in during the day, and once familiar with them, perhaps put one in the car, just in case I ever had to hike home and be able to rest/sleep off the ground.
These are excellent hammocks, exactly what I was looking for, the right combination of light-weight, and features that would serve my dual purposes; and at this price point it was a great deal. However, after receiving the email from Massdrop that the deal did not include the previously advertised suspension system, but instead we have to pay an additional $20 per hammock, it just isn't quite as sweet of a deal anymore - for me. Still a good deal, but appears to be about the same price (with all +$ options) as you can find in other online outlets. I do not believe Massdrop did a bait-and-switch, I just think this one was an oversight.
Now I'm thinking I'll just buy one lightweight hammock (not this drop), and test it out, as I'm not experienced with hammock systems.
I hope these comments were helpful to some of you, and just because this isn't the drop for me, it might be perfect for you. I also learned it is super easy to cancel from a drop; this is another testament to Massdrop's integrity, ease-of-use, and excellent customer service!
IhikeAlot
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Aug 10, 2016
ConsumerAdvocateI whole heartily agree with this. It doesn't seem reasonable remove the included rope, when only a few were complaining about it. Those that were complaining about the rope damaging trees should have bought the extra accessory.
IhikeAlotI just want you to know this was not a decision that was made because of a few complaints on Mass Drop. This was a manufacturing decision that had to be made for a few reasons. One is that a lot of state parks will not allow you to hang hammocks using ropes. Some go as far as not allowing you to hang hammocks at all. There are many other communities that have banned ropes as well. This version of the Moskito Kakoon hammock has been improved in may other ways and I'm sure you'll find this the best hammock on the market for the amount of money spent on this drop. Byer of Maine has been in business since 1880, always offering great quality products, and always stands behind those products.
DannyhammockThe fact they addressed the overly long pack length is more than enough for me to give up the ropes. In all honesty I've always found a strap/loop systems to be much easier to deal with than rope. While this was a pass for me previously I think I'll have to join up this round, in need of a warm season hammock.
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