Firelite Outdoors Hammock Review (Single, Double and an Alternative)

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You’ve come looking for a Firelite Outdoors Hammock Review, and that’s exactly what you’re going to get.

We’ll take a look at both the Firelite Single, and Double in this article.

And since these are so difficult to find we’ll get into which hammocks are nearly the same (maybe even better).

Now don’t let your jimmies get rustled, we’re getting to it.

Comparison Chart

Hammock	Size	Weight	Packed Size	Storage	Max Weight	Price
Grand Trunk Double	10’6” x 6’6”	22oz	5.5” x 9.5”	Attached stuff sack	400lbs	Check Price on Amazon.com
Firelite Double Sport 230T	9’7” x 6’9”	20oz	Unknown	Attached stuff sack	400lbs	Check Price on noreastoutdoorz.com
Firelite Single Sport 230T	9’7” x 5’	18oz	Unknown	Attached stuff sack	400lbs	Check Price on noreastoutdoorz.com

First Key Feature: The Overall Size of the Hammock

Let’s dig in and see how the two Firelite Outdoors hammocks weigh in against the Grand Trunk.

First we’re talking about the unfolded size.

Yes, that’s right the size of your hammock matters.

In fact the bigger the better.

No, I’m not joking around here.

The longer the hammock the more flat you’re able to lay in it, and because of that be more comfortable.

Width helps but not nearly as much as length does.

The main reason people choose to camp in hammocks is due to their massive advantage in comfort when compared to tents.

So if you’re taking comfort seriously the size of your hammock should be the number one deciding factor.

The Firelite Double is 9’7” x 6’9”, Firelite Single 9’7” x 5’, and Grand Trunk Double 10’6” x 6’6”.

Second Key Feature: The Attached Stuff Sack

So you’re laying in your hammock, relaxing after a long day out in the woods seeing the sights.

You plop down into you hammock.

Swaying back and forth.

Relaxing.

Then it hits you, you’re parched. You need something to drink.

Well look at that, there’s this little pocket on your hammock next to your waist with a water bottle in it.

This is just one of the many joys of having an attached stuff sack.

And you’re in luck. All of these hammocks have one, including the Firelite Outdoors Single.

Grand Trunk Double Features and Specifications

The Grand Trunk Double is the perfect alternative to the Firelite hammocks, and to make it even better the Grand Trunk is available on Amazon.com.

Anyways, let’s dig into the details of this hammock.

• Carabiners included with purchase. These aren’t very light, trust me. So if you’re going to be going backpacking you want to keep your pack weight down. Do yourself a favor and pickup some lighter ones.
• Rope for suspension system included. This isn’t the ideal suspension system – as with most suspension systems supplied with your purchase of a hammock. It will damage the trees you use to hang it since it doesn’t include tree straps. So I recommend replacing this with your own suspension system.
• A 400lbs weight capacity. So you and your significant other can relax in the hammock after hiking all day. But I wouldn’t recommend sleeping in it together as it will smush you two together, instead I recommend a two person hammock for that.
• Made of 70D Nylon, the same material they use for parachutes. I can’t say it much better than that, this material is strong and durable to last.
• Overall size is larger than most hammocks, 10’6” x 6’6”. As I pointed out earlier the length of you hammock is the number one factor in being comfortable when you’re sleeping in it.
• Weighs in at 22 ounces. Not the lightest thing in the world but it will get the job done, and it’s strong enough to support you.

Firelite Double Sport 230T Features and Specifications

Now we’re onto the Firelite Double. This is the bigger of the two hammocks from Nor’East Outdoorz.

• Carabiners included with purchase of hammock. Again like mentioned above these aren’t the lightest things in the world. I recommend replacing them with some lightweight ones you purchase yourself.
• Paracord included for suspension system. This is also the same story as above. Replace these because they’re damagaing to trees.
• A 400lbs weight capacity. Sturdy enough for two people to lounge in together but sleeping in this together is not something I recommend.
• Made of 230T polyester tech fabric. A strong fabric to support you through the night.
• Overall size is 9’7” x 6’9”. This is on the smaller side and you’ll definitley be more comfortable in a larger hammock.
• Weighs in at 20 ounces. There are lighter hammocks out there but they don’t have the same weight limit or comfort this one has.

Firelite Single Sport 230T Features and Specifications

There are very few differences between the Firelite Outdoors Single hammock and the Double.

Everything outlined above with the double also applies to the single except for the size and the weight of the hammock.

• Overall size 9’7” x 5’. This is the smalles hammock we’ve looked at today and by know you know my stance on small hammocks – not worth it.
• Weighs in at 18 ounces. The lightest hammock we’ve looked at today but far from the lightest hammock on the market.

Conclusion

While the Firelite Outdoors hammocks are quality hammocks, I cannot recommend either of them for hammock camping.

They’re both on the small side which will make things less comfortable than they could be with a larger hammock.

And they’re not available on Amazon which is also in my opinion a con.

Instead of the Firelite hammocks I recommend this one, it’s larger so you’ll be more comfortable in it.

But besides the size being different it is very similar.