Henessy Hammocks
Henessy Hamocks are a hybrid tent/hammock. The shelters have gained popularity with tropical campers because of the bug protection and elevated sleeping position. Sleeping above the ground prevents contact with crocodiles and eliminates the possibility of rainwater entering the floor of the tent. The elevated position also allows great air circulation as air can pass through the bottom, top and sides of the tent. The tents are designed to be bug and windproof and use a tight mesh screen to allow air flow only. The tents also have a waterproof rain fly that is essential in wet environments.
Hennessy Hammocks
637 Southwind Road
Galiano Island BC V0N 1P0, Canada
888-539-2930
hennessyhammock.com
MSR Hubba Hubba
The MSR Hubba Hubba tent is used by the Trek and Travel.com staff for tropical environments. The was also an Editors Choice in Backpacker Magazine. It is a top choice for the Australian tropics because of the bathtub floor and the full mesh exterior. The large surface area of mesh ensures good ventilation while the sealed floor will keep out water. The rain fly is coated with silicone and it will not absorb any water. The fly material will prevent mold and mildew from compromising the tent while it is being stored. The Hubba Hubba is capable of handling tropical, desert and temperate climates and it is a top choice for many backpackers.
Cascade Designs
4000 First Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98134
206-505-9500
cascadedesigns.com
Big Agnes Seedhouse
The Big Agnes Seedhouse is a lightweight tent that is available in sizes to accommodate one, two and three people. The tent is ideal for the Australian tropics for reasons similar to MSR Hubba Hubba. The tent uses a mesh design for maximum air flow and has a bathtub-style floor to prevent ground water from entering the tent. It also has a coated rain fly to prevent mold and mildew from growing when stored. One of the major advantages of this tent is the quick setup time. The tent is also highly rated by REI.com customers and by Backpacker Gear Test.org.
Big Agnes
735 Oak Street
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
970-871-1480
bigagnes.com
Article Written By Zach Lazzari
Zach Lazzari is an outdoor writing specialist. He has experience in website writing as well as standard newspaper writing. He wrote an outdoor column for the Silver World in Lake City, Colo., and articles for Colorado-mountain-adventure.com. Lazzari is currently completing his bachelor's degree online through Arizona State University and lives in southwest Montana.
