Best Hammock Camping Tarps - Hammock Gear Journey

In the never ending quest for the best hammock camping tarp, I bring to you the Hammock Gear Journey. I discuss what I am looking for in a winter tarp, why I like this tarp and what could be better for me. I have been a Hammock Gear Customer for many years. I give a 5 Star River King guarantee on any gear purchased from Hammock Gear. Their products and their customer service is top of the line. Like everything I have received from HG, I am impressed with the Journey. I am sure you will be seeing the Journey in upcoming adventures!

Tech specs:
Baseline: 73 inches
Ridgeline Length: 132 inches (11 ft) or 144 inches (12 ft)
Width: 114 inches (9.6 ft)
Tie outs: 4 corners, 2 center, 4 doors, 4 panel pullouts and 2 ridgeline
Weight: 510 Grams/18 ounces (11 ft) or 557 Grams / 19.14 ounces (12 ft)
Other Info: 1500 mm head pressure

[randytaylor]

It’s been my favorite for the last 2 years and still like new. Never let me get wet yet and it’s seen some awesome storm’s

[joegibbs]

I had been using a bivy tent. Except when it rains you are stuck laying down. I like this Pete. Perfect crossover.

[dirtdobber]

Looks good Pete. I like the upper side tie outs a little more room than my housefly.

[rafaelroman]

Thx for the vid. It would be great if you can set up the tarp and hammock in storm mode. Like to see how that works out🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[JimCWoodard]

Pete - been using the 12 foot Journey for over a year now and love it. Recently finished a 5 night motorcycle camping trip in the NC/VA mountains with temps in high 30s - low 40s at night. Wind blown, poring rain one night; Journey keep me high and dry. Used it in late spring on an overnight kayaking trip; appreciate how small it packs and the coverage it gives. Keep up the reviews, excellent info.

[rubberduckproducktions]

Very informative review on this tarp. Of the ones youve done so far, this tarp might be my favorite as far as what appears to be more room on the inside, versus the others. I might need to do a closer inspectuon on that one in the field to check it out! Great review!

[MrTmax]

Great video brother. I ordered one just yesterday, taking advantage of their sale. I have or have owned four of their quilts. They make great stuff.

[GatewoodBrown]

Great review! This looks like a good option given how much room there is on the inside. Can't believe it packs down so small. Very nice!

[cavemandancer]

Just picked it up and can't waiting. I do have a traditional tarp without doors. I bought a paria mesh tent for when I don't have the option to hang. But since it is all mesh it did not work well without doors for weather. Worth checking out as a light weight tent option under a pound. Anyways thanks for the video.

[kentuckykayakfishing]

I have a HG 12ft journey as well, great tarp, i use it more than my warbonnet Superfly ! Also a HG top quilt and under quilt, quality products ! 👍👍

[KentuckyWoodsman]

Very nice tarp and a great company. Awesome review as always Pete!

[benbaker]

I still use a traditional woven plastic material tarp. Nothing fancy but its cheap and works alright. But definitely isn't light and compact but for kayak camping it works.

[PhilCherry]

Have you had an opportunity to look at the DD 4 x 4? It allows a 13 ft. ridgeline with the ability to be set up in A-frame tent formation with door gap similar to this HG Journey.

[dennisa.nelson]

Pete, you are loosing “cred” with me when you call anything other that the Kelty 16 a winter tarp! Been with you for a few years now, started with the Perfect
winter tarp vid, it just made sense and still does. First time out the Kelty kept me high & dry in 40 mph winds blowing rain sideways! No disrespect to you, but
your first choice is still my first choice. At 70 years old and 6’3” comfort is high on my list and I like my privacy too. By the way is today 10/11/1775 a day you
celebrate, is so Happy Birthday?

[payakadventures]

Hey did you see the fb message I sent ya. Dutchware came out with a new winter tarp that has 69" sides on it. Thought that would be right up your alley.

[mattmiller]

I am a ground sleeper. If you took this all the way to the ground, what length would the base be with doors fully closed?

[MonkeyNAround]

Will there be some RK giveaways on these tarps you been reviewing?

[peterdavidwood]

How does the newish dyneema tarps fit into the equation?

[stoicodysseys]

Did you ever hear of a proper underquilt?

[stoicodysseys]

I am not a fan of this video because it's unorthodox and your methods are confusing.