![]() The stitching on the rolled hems is unbelievably tight. The fabric has a steely sharkskin grey color, but with a shimmer that does give a “ quicksilver” impression. Hammock - The Quicksilver Hammock uses a straightforward, gathered-end, rectangular design, but is slightly longer at 11 ft (335 cm) than “typical” hammocks. Manufacturer:, made in the USAħ.69 oz (218 g) (stuff sack adds 0.53 oz/15 g).Suspension: 0.5 × 166 in (1.27 × 422 cm) Muletape + webbing strap.Bugnet: Bottom-entry, self-sealing (similar to the Fronke-style bug net) no-see-um netting, black.MSRP: US$299 to $325 (depending on options).There are many ways to scrap together an ultralight hammock system, but the Quicksilver certainly delivers a compelling option for folks looking for an all-in-one lightweight camping hammock. The Hennessy Hyperlite model is the lightest in their line and weighs a mere 36 oz (1,023 g), and that’s not even an apples-to-apples comparison, as the Hyperlite doesn’t include stakes and uses a smaller tarp. There are not many hammock kits on the market, but Hennessy is one of the most well-known. The AntiGravityGear Hammock is positioning itself as a lightweight kit-a hammock that is designed as a single unit, with a bug net, tarp, and suspension all working together. The comparison isn’t equal, as the Quicksilver system has a large Hex tarp and stakes and the Hennessy pictured here uses a stock asym tarp. The AntiGravityGear Quicksilver Hammock System (37.3 oz/1,057 g) compared in size to the Hennessy Hyperlite Hammock System (36 oz/1,023 g). George was kind enough to send me a complete kit to review. It’s a straightforward set-up (hammock, bug net, and tarp) but with the focus being lightweight materials, simple design, and low-frills accessories-a nice addition to the companies other offerings. When I met him at Trail Days in Damascus, Virginia, it was all he could do to restrain his excitement about Whoopie Slings, UCRs, and Dynaglide. Fast forward to the end of 2014: George unveils his Quicksilver Hammock system. George wasn’t as fond of hammocks back then, but he decided to try one out a few years ago and he’s been sold-hook, line, and sinker-ever since. Prior to hammocks, I was venturing deeper into lightweight backpacking, and I was eating up everything George had to offer: alcohol stoves, insulated pot covers, bear bags-you name it. However, in this review I have to come clean: I’ve known George, the owner of, for many years, even before I became a hammock nutter. Try as a I might to be gear neutral, I realize that some amount of bias is bound to creep in, although I am not afraid to be critical, which at times has strained my relationships with some vendors. ![]() And when a manufacturer sends me gear to test and review, I’m obligated by the FCC to include a standard disclaimer. I make sure to really test the gear, not just open up a box and pontificate. AntiGravityGear Quicksilver Ultralight Hammock Systemįor any review I do, I try my best to be accurate, fair, and as unbiased as possible. ![]()
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