How to Build
Three-Leg Hammock
Stand for Couples
Couples often feel
they’re left out of the camping hammock phenomenon, but now they have something
to rejoice about—an easy to assembly hammock stand specifically designed for
them! The stand is constructed with
off-the-shelf items costing about $220 and readily available from most hardware
or home improvement stores.
While several
hammock manufactures offer hammock models they claim are comfortable enough for
two people, the reality is most adult couples find the comfort of a single
hammock less than desirable for more than a few minutes. Instead, couples seeking intimacy and
all-night comfort generally prefer two top-entry hammocks without spreader bars
set up side-by-side.
The advantages of
two separate but adjacent hammocks are obvious: 1) neither adult is unduly
crushed or squeezed by the other; 2) with hammocks placed close enough, either
adult can reach over and touch, kiss or caress the other; 3) with the hammocks
always touching slightly at the shoulders or hips, each adult is aware of the
others’ movements without being overly disturbed; 4) each adult gets to adjust
their own hammock with the sag and height appropriate for them; 5) a single
large tarp can cover both hammocks: and 6) in cold weather, the hammock couple
gains noticeable warmth from each others presence.
The couples’ hammock
setup described herein offers the camping couple convenience, closeness,
intimacy and comfort. While the weight
(131 lbs) and bulk of this hammock stand limits its use to the house, back yard
or campground, the technique can easily be adapted for use with three trees
when camping in the backcountry.
The stand is
portable and can be easily disassembled, transported in a vehicle, and
re-assembled as needed. Karen and I use
our stand in the backyard as pictured below.
We also take it with us on car-camping trips where, in public
campgrounds, we often find ourselves the center of attention and the envy of
everyone!
A recent
check at a home-improvement store near my house found the costs of the items
totaling $219.38. While the same design
might also work with less-expensive 1” diameter pipe, we prefer the extra
stability and security of 1.25” diameter pipe.
Materials Needed:
6’ long x 1.24” dia. Galvanized Pipe (5 lengths)
24” long x 1.25” dia. Galvanized Pipe (8 lengths)
T Connectors, 1.25”
(4)
90O Elbows,
1.25” (3)
Inline Connector,
1.25” (1)
To assemble
or disassemble, you’ll need two pipe wrenches.
Thanks for
your time and happy hammocking!
Ed
"Not To Worry" Speer
Speer
Hammocks, Inc
828.724.4444
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