At 10 ft. long, the Explorer Ultralite A-Sym from Hennessy Hammock was designed for anyone under 250 lbs. or more than 6 ft. tall?Çöyou get more comfort without the weight. Patent-pending asymmetrical shape is designed with a diagonal axis making the hammock feel longer with a wider sweet spot of comfort. Patented, easy entry through the bottom--automatically snaps shut behind you as weight tensions the entrance; seals with VELCRO?« brand closure. Patent-pending integral ridgeline maintains the same comfortable shape to keep your back straight and level when resting on the diagonal. Patented ''never-tip'' center balance design eliminates instability by entering from the center instead of flipping over the side. No-see-um mesh provides excellent insect protection and ventilation, and will deflect wind to provide a calm space inside. Silicone-impregnated nylon rainfly may be tilted to any angle, rolled up above, removed or used separately; large rainfly provides good coverage. Nifty gear pocket slides on the ridgeline and stores out of sight behind your head. Nylon webbing straps are attached to the end of the suspending ropes to protect the tender bark of trees and provide greater span for the ropes. Hammock folds into an open-air lounger/chair or can be used on the ground as a tent when paired with your hiking poles.

A fantasy come true for ounce-counting hikers! Silshelter pitches with a single trekking pole and six stakes--setup takes only a minute. This ultra-light silicon-treated nylon tarp is specially shaped to set up on your trekking pole (not included) as a two-person stand-alone shelter. Non-slip Neotek pole cap holds pole in place at reinforced apex, with a second pole wrap prop-point in the center of the shelter. Features 21 webbing tie-outs on corners and edges, plus 3 webbing tie-loops on the body of the tarp. One webbing tie-out on the outside of the pole cup enables suspension from a tree. Front entrance flaps can be left open for ventilation or overlapped and staked for a weather-tight closure; no zippers. Will attach to the front of many tents as a simple vestibule. Pitch up off ground level for best ventilation. Offers 40 sq. ft. of coverage as a tarp and 70 sq. ft when flat. Comes with stuff sack and six stakes.

The incredibly lightweight, waterproof Integral Designs Siltarp can be used as a cooking or gear storage shelter for minimalist backpacking with your bivy. Parachute ripstop nylon impregnated with silicon is strong and resilient without being bulky or heavy. Can be set up on trekking poles, slung from trees or attached as an awning to a hooped bivy or tent. Reinforced center patch with webbing loop and 16 webbing loop tie-outs around outside edge provide setup options. Coverage varies depending on set up.

Can something the size of a soda can offer protection when you're stranded without a tent? It can if you've got the MSR E-Wing emergency tarp shelter. Ultralight ripstop nylon reduces weight and sheds water with a polyurethane and silicone coating. Can be set up using your own trekking poles, guylines or a combination of both. Features taped seams, reinforced stress points, and ultralight stake loops. Wing dimensions: 108 x 88 in. Length to center ridge: 44 in. Includes stuff sack.