Getting the Best Sleep of Your Life (in the Wild!)
What's the secret to a full night of sleep outside?
Sleeping in the wild does wonders for your body. It resets our circadian rhythms, boosts your immune system, helps with body and brain function, speeds up your metabolism, and improves your mental well being.
Here are our secrets to unlocking the best night's sleep in the wild.
1. Sleep in the Air.
We're not just talking Fresh Air either. Though we're a little biased, sleeping in the air gives your body a restful floating experience that really helps your body completely relax and drift to sleep peacefully. Air sleep, done right, equals zero pressure points.
2. The Right Space.
Claustrophobic environments don't bode well towards a peaceful night of sleep. Give yourself the space to spread out and be sure there's nothing near your face, especially mesh - you don't want pesky bugs buzzing in your ear when you're touching the REM cycle!
3. Temperature Controls.
Look ahead to see what the low for the night will be, grab the right amount of insulation for that temperature minus 5°F - keep it with you through the night. Vent or add as needed, this will minimally impact your sleep and get you back to sleep faster.
4. EarPlugs.
It might sound counter intuitive, you might say "but I want to enjoy the sounds of nature!". Until you don't. The wild is full of mysterious sounds, when trying to sleep it's best to dull the distractions so your mind can completely relax and rest. Earplugs are a great way to soften the rustle and bustle of a raccoon rooting around in camp.
5. Camp Pillow.
A good camp pillow goes a long way in helping you find your perfect position of comfort and It may not always be under your head! An adjustable and soft pillow can add comfort at your knees, neck, head, and side. Don't shortchange this with a stuff sack full of your dirty laundry - a good trail pillow is worth it's weight.
Here's how we've built Comfort right into our design.
Being suspended in the air has obvious benefits, but why is the Ninox and the Pares so darn comfy?
The right dimensions, the correct proportions of length and width are incredibly important to enjoying a zero-pressure night's sleep.
We went a step further with the Ninox and added our proprietary Comfort Wave to the casing design. This wave gives your head and your feet a 'pocket' to sink into so you actually lay flat.
No one likes feeling like they're spending a night in Dracula's coffin, having space to move around and stretch out is very important to a good night's sleep.
Our Ninox Hammock actually incorporates 4 Vertical Tie Outs that insure maximum interior space.
This creates a Home Like feeling to your personal sleeping station in the wild.
One fact that many people overlook is considering the fabric that is actually touching your skin. It's probably the most important detail related to consistent comfort.
We developed our own comfort based fabric just for our hammocks known as Teslon it's a perfect blend of softness and strength. The ultra high thread count feels silky smooth, yet is strong enough to hold 1200lbs of concrete!
We built in fabric 'forgiveness' so you never feel like you're sleeping on stiff or course fabric, our Teslon even develops a slight memory over time, fitting to your body perfectly.
Pares Air Camp Hammock
Ninox Flat Lay Hammock
Nubé Air Tent
So, what's the right way to sleep in the air?
Tip 1. Sleep Diagonally
Tip 2. Use an Under Quilt
Tip 3. Stay Dry (Pack Too)
Sleeping in the Air is proven to give an amazing night of sleep in the wild, but here are three tips you'll want to incorporate on your first attempt.
- The Diagonal Lay, Don't sleep like a banana! When you hop in your Pares or Ninox hammock (both sized to give you an incredible diagonal lay), place your butt in the center, then without thinking too much about it shift your head to one side and your feet to the other. Wiggle around a bit, you'll know when you find your sweet spot! **The Ninox will give a slightly flatter lay than the Pares, due to it's comfort wave pattern.**
- Avoid Cold Butt Syndrome, Sleeping in the Air cools your backside down FAST (a perk for summer camp) when the temp drops you'll want an Under Quilt to keep your backside warm. It's basically insulation for the outside of your hammock (so you can't squish it). The Inferno and Puffle are perfect for this.
- Staying Dry isn't Optional, and with the right gear it's 100% doable. You'll want protected ends to keep the rain from blowing into the end of your hammock, and you'll need a rain break to keep your suspension dry. Don't forget your pack, it needs to stay dry too. All of our shelters incorporate our waterproof sleeves for your suspension and our Nubé has an integrated Gear Stash to keep your pack accessible.
We Got Tired of Restless Nights on the Ground!
The whole idea behind Sierra Madre is elevating your outdoor experience. It starts with getting a great night's sleep, we created our Hammocks to do just that.
You shouldn't have to suffer through sleepless nights on your adventures. You should be able to enjoy a solid 8 hours of peaceful slumber in the wild, without worrying about waking up sore, stiff, and unrested!
The Adventurous Richard Branson loves Sierra Madre gear too!
Sierra Madre is the sound of a revolution in the outdoor world. Whereas other corporate conglomerates are figuring out which colors to push next year, Sierra Madre is creating real innovations that empower you in the wild!
That's why Sir Richard Branson (possibly one of the most adventurous people on the planet) backed Sierra Madre. He believes in disrupting the status quo with the best product and service and was thrilled to partner with Sierra Madre.
Sierra Madre gear is built to last a lifetime and only available on our website.
Sierra Madre gear was created to maximize your time in the wild, the Nubé Air Tent brings protection and convenience to a new level and our Ninox and Pares Camping Hammocks insure the best pressure free sleep you can imagine in the wild. We also created gear to keep you warm while you're in the wild, like our 5in1 Puffle Adventure Blanket and our top line Inferno System.
No matter where adventure takes you, we've got your back.
Our founder, Richard Rhett, created Sierra Madre because of two epic gear failures he experienced in the wild. Both left him stranded and completely ruined his adventures. As a Mechanical Engineer turned Entrepreneur. After over 10 years of building gear, Richard has held fast to our two pillars of our gear design, 1) solve problems, and look good doing it 2) over build it with hyper quality.
“Sleeping in the wild should be restful and enjoyable, when you're not worried about getting wet or cold - it's so much easier to feel at peace in the wild”. Being comfortable, protected, and warm in the wild helps you feel at peace... Feels like home. "That's what it's all about."
We'd love to share one of our favorite stories with you. This came from a (now) customer.
"Hello,
My name is Jim Aexfor and I am from Minnesota. I recently returned from a trip with a friend to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota.
I have a Kammok hammock setup while my friend has your Nubé setup he purchased early this year.
During our trip we encountered a bad storm with 50+ mph winds. During the storm my Glider hammock shelter ripped in half. This happened on day 2 of our weeklong adventure. My friend's Nubé shelter withstood the winds and we ended up adding my hammock above his in the shelter so I had a place to sleep out of the rain. We had another night of rain later on in the trip and had to do the same.
I had to let you know how awesome your product is and what a trip-saver is was for us. Otherwise, the trip would have been pretty miserable for me.
I will be shouting from the mountaintops about the quality of your product and will be advising my relatives and friends to check into your products. Ever since I started hammock camping many of my relatives and friends have become interested in this great outdoor experience.
I will be selling my hammock and investing the money into one of your setups. I am a teacher and a volunteer EMT so during the upcoming winter months I will be saving up to purchase the entire Nubé system.
Thank you so much for your incredible products that saved our trip!
Jim
What an REI employee said about us...
“I work for REI in the camping department and I also teach wilderness skills for the outdoor school. I have had plenty of experience with other camping gear but not until I tried sierra madre I was never satisfied. Sierra madre has worked the kinks out with their incredible innovation!” — Robert
All Sierra Madre products are created with sustainability at the fore front.
We strive for sustainability in our product design and excellent working conditions in every factory we partner with. We believe that every human has value and if people are taken care of, then they will take care of our planet.
We also believe that quality drinking water shouldn’t be a luxury. As part of our 1 for Clean Water Promise each piece of gear contributes one year of clean water to a person who desperately needs it. Together, we can end the water crisis.
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