Klymit Wins “Best Stability” in Outside’s “Four of Our Favorite Lay-Flat Hammocks”

Don't think you like sleeping in hammocks? You might like these lay-flat versions.

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Plenty of backpackers and campers, even those who will happily string up a hammock for some lazy afternoon hangs, offer a vehement “no thank you” when presented with the idea of spending the night in one. And not for no reason: eight hours trying to catch some shut-eye while wrapped up like a taco isn’t too many folks’ idea of a night well-spent. But these days, there are options for those who aren’t too keen on snoozing on the ground, either.

Enter lay-flat hammocks, whose clever designs offer a more familiar (i.e. flat) sleeping experience while still rocking you gently to sleep above the forest floor. Another tester and I tested several options while camping across the United States, from Michigian’s national forests to state parks in Texas. Below are the best lay-flat hammocks for nearly every type of adventure.

Best Stability - Klymit Lay Flat Hammock

You might know Klymit for its wide range of inflatable sleeping pads, but the brand also offers a comfy and packable flat hammock. And while the tester’s butt did sink lower than their noggin in this model during testing, an extra wide spreader bar at the shoulders and dual adjustable straps at the feet kept them from being squeezed like an overripe apricot at their widest points, making for a more comfortable sleep setup.

The construction is streamlined and slightly more stable than other lay-flat hammocks thanks to no spreader bar at the feet, but still two points of contact. But if you plan to overnight in it on your next camping trip and want to be protected from the elements, you’ll have to bring supplemental gear like netting and a tarp.

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