I can't remember a summer without a hammock to relax in. There is nothing like sitting under a tree and a quiet spot and reading a book. The gentle swaying of a rope hammock is something that eveyone should enjoy at some time in their life.

I happen to think that it's the perfect gift for Father's Day or any guy's birthday. Not that a woman can't enjoy a hammock as well. Perhaps an innovative anniversary gift or wedding gift would a two-person hammock.

You can choose a natural cotton rope hammock or if you prefer there a new synthetic ropes that feel like a cotton hammock. These generally dry out faster than a natural fiber hammock and resist mildew and mold a little bit better. But if you want to use your hammock, without having to wait for it to dry, you should take it inside. Or buy a hammock cover.

But hammocks don't mean a relaxing afternoon for many adventurers. For them there are the Hennessy Expedition Hammocks. Lightweight and durable you can sleep in it or use it for protection in bad weather.

Just remember to check out the actual bed size, which is the part of the hammock that you actually lie in, not the overall length. It's also good to know what the suggested weight limit is. If you have small children that jump on with you, remember to include that in the weight calculation.

Having a Pawley Island Hammock has been a summer tradition for nearly one hundred years. And that summer tradition has recently been improved. The Original Pawleys Island Rope Hammock is now made of DuraCord Rope. DuraCord is stronger than traditional rope and has the feel of cotton. The material also has solution-dyed color fastness. So if you do need to clean your hammock with bleach, you can do so without worry of fading.

In addition to the superior quality of the DuraCord rope, Pawleys has worked hard to achieve the perfect stretch bar. It is cut from seasoned hardwood, then steamed, bent, drilled, sanded, and varnished. This is what gives a Pawley Hammock its comfortable sway and stability.

The result is a very comfortable rope hammock that is comfortable and easy care. Not only is the hammock fade and stain resistant, it is resistant to mold and mildew.

This Pawley Island Hammock comes with very strong haning hardware, plated with blue chrome zinc so it resists rust. If you want a stand, it is sold separately.

Enjoy a quiet and relaxing afternoon with someone special in this jumbo two-person hammock. It has a 500 pound capacity and measures 128 inches in overall length (from ring to ring). The bed length is about 80 inches. It is 59 inches wide. It is a durable and comfortable polyester, created to resist high humidity and salt water air as well as mildew and mold.

It's beige color will coordinate easily with most patio and garden furniture.

If you're looking for a lightweigh travel hammock, that is great for camping then the Texasport La Paz Hammock is something you should look at. First of all, it's a cotton hammock, so it's breathes, and will be more comfortable if you're spending a hot summer night camping out. It's bed size is 75 inches x 40 inche. The Texport Hammock comes with it's own travel pouch. You can easily fit one person or a small adult with a child. It's weight limit is 300 pounds.

The Aruba Hybrid Hammock is made of EllTex fabric, which is UV and water-resistant. So it dries out fast. But this fabric also has the comfortable feel of cotton. The bright blue stripes make any quiet corner of your yard feel like a tropical island getaway. The Aruba Hybrid Hammock is made so that you lie diagonally.

If you prefer natural fibers and the way the breath in hot and sticky weather, this very affordable cotton robe hammock is just wat you're looking for. The hardwood spreader bars keep everything in place so you have a relaxing and comfortable rest in your hammock.

The overall hammock dimensions are 82 inches x 47 inches. The actual bed dimensions are 76.5 inches x 45.5 inches.

This lightweight portable hammock is perfect to take to your favorite campsite. You'll sleep off the ground and the mesh fabric will keep you cool and comforable. While this is a lightweight portable hammock it's probably best for campsite camping. Where you carry it once from the car, a relatively short distance. It wouldn't be my choice for carrying in a backpack over extended distances. The maximum suggested weight is 250 pounds.

Hennessy Hammocks are perfect for the adventurous souls among us. Those who like to mountain climb, hike the Appalachian Trail, sleep on the side of mountains, or just out in the fresh air. Hennessy has every kind of expedition hammock you can think of. Even a Hennessy Hammock to keep out those pesky no-see-ums.

There's a great selection of Hennessy Hammocks shown below for you to take a look at.