Summer Gadgets Countdown #19: Deluxe Portable Backpack Hammock with Radio
This past Monday, I traveled to Seaside Heights, NJ to lounge by the water (it was way too cold to go in) and finally get some color. I've been holding off buying a beach chair, because I don't want to get just any cheap one. But now, I'm thinking of getting this hammock instead!
Design: Made by Brookstone, the Deluxe Portable Backpack Hammock is no ordinary hammock. It plays music through its built-in radio! Plus, it folds up into its own backpack for easy portability to and from the beach.
Features: Water-resistant AM/FM radio pillow, a beverage holder, a pocket for a book or sunscreen, and folds into its own backpack. It's 8-foot long, supports up to 250 lbs., and is both weather-safe and rust-resistant. The radio uses two AA batteries (not included).
How It Works: Undo the backpack to reveal the hammock with the stainless steel frames. Plug the four pins into the frames to hold up the hammock. To pack it up, remove the four pins to fold up the steel frame.
Price: The Deluxe Portable Backpack Hammock with Radio sells for $120 at Brookstone.com.
Lovin' Factor (1-10): 8
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June 2, 2006 2:53 PM
Absolutely perfect! A portable hammock! I mean, even if it's not for beaching, this could be great just outside the house or even at the park. :) Or maybe I should snag a few for my office. I'm sure my officemates would appreciate it if I let them use it. $120 dollars isn't horribly much for that kind of gear.
June 2, 2006 4:15 PM
I saw one of these at my local Target for about $80 (no radio, big whoop). I checked on line and found this: http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/602-4450937-0920621?_encoding=UTF8&frombrowse=1&asin=B0007Z2BIW Not sure if it's the same one I saw in the store or not. Can't vouch for durability, but it's only $69.99.