How to Organize Gear with the Mantis Gear Loft

Quick Answer

Install the Mantis Gear Loft in the peak of your Mantis hammock tent to keep bulkier items like clothes, a lantern, or a small bag within easy reach and off the floor.

How to Install the Mantis Gear Loft

1. 1. Locate the attachment loops: Inside your set-up Mantis hammock tent, find the two small fabric loops sewn into the peak at each end. These are the dedicated attachment points for the Gear Loft. Common mistake: trying to clip the loft to the hammock suspension instead. Use only the interior loops to avoid damaging the shelter.
2. 2. Attach the carabiners: Clip one carabiner (included with the Gear Loft) to each interior loop. Ensure the gate is fully closed and locked. Checkpoint: give each carabiner a gentle tug to confirm it's secure before loading gear.
3. 3. Hang the loft body: Let the mesh loft hang freely between the two attachment points. It should form a shallow hammock-like shelf above your sleeping position. If the loft sags too low, adjust the length of the integrated webbing straps at each end to raise it.
4. 4. Load gear evenly: Place bulkier items—like a puffy jacket, a water bottle, or a book—into the mesh compartment. Spread the weight left to right to keep the loft balanced. Avoid overloading one side; an unbalanced loft can shift and touch the tent wall, reducing usable space.

Product at a Glance

• Mantis Gear Loft: The Gear Loft utilizes the peaks of the Mantis hammock tent to maximize available space and storage capabilities. It is sized for slightly bulkier items that don't fit in the Ridge organizer overhead. You can store a small stuff sack, a book, or extra layers overhead, freeing up the hammock interior and keeping gear dry off the ground.