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Blackbird XLC
From: $180.00
The Blackbird XLC is our most popular model, it’s a larger, modular version of the Warbonnet Blackbird and fits users up to 6’6″.
ESTIMATED LEAD TIME:
(lead time for production prior to shipping)
In stock: Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Backordered: Ships 5-10 Business Days
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Patented (US 9,192,224 B1) and Patent pending.
- Only in-stock models are available for purchase currnelty. We add more hammock inventory in weekly. If you make a complete selection of an out-of-stock item, checking all boxes including color, suspension etc, you should see a blue box down below the add-to-cart button that allows you to enter an email address for an email notification when that color/model is added back to inventory. If every color within a variation are out of stock, then the box may not appear unfortunately and you’d have to just check back, but using the email notice is the best option if you are able. We recommend signing up for a couple different color choices to ensure faster notification.
- Available in our new Dream–Tex fabric… built just for hammocks, it combines a traditional ripstop weave with a bias-directional diamond grid to create a fabric that has an incredibly comfortable cotton-like texture. Add in a fantastic strength to weight ratio and just the right amount of stretch and you have an ideal hammock fabric. 40 denier 1.6 osy
- Updated second generation design
- 11′ long x 62″ wide hammock body, 112″ Ridgeline. Reversible Asymmetric end-gathered design
- Comes standard with fully removable, noseeum mosquito net top.
- Modular design allows the use of different tops and accessories across both the XLC and Eldorado lineups, mix and match parts from either product line to create what works best for you. Buy the hammock now and buy other accessories later that will zip right on. Build and customize your setup over time.
- Reversible top allows you to remove and “flip the net” to create a mirror-image or “reverse” lay configuration if desired…Head left, Head right, the choice is yours.
- All tops incorporate a 7″ wide strip of fabric or netting to raise the canopy’s edge-height above your face so that all of the hammock body width is useable, allowing you to lay right to the edge of the zipper while still having plenty of headroom. This gives the effect of wider body fabric but at a lighter weight.
- Multiple suspension options that are easily removable and interchangeable
- Enter or Exit on either side of the hammock
- Footbox for maximum legroom
- Features the famous easily-accessible storage shelf adjacent to the hammock body, around 2 square feet of storage space at your fingertips but out of your way.
- Fully compatible with our 2/3 length Yeti and full-length Wooki XL underquilt models.
- Fully compatible with XLC and Eldorado net and winter tops. Zip the optional underquilt protector directly to either top to create a wind and water-resistant shell that puts hammock and underquilt inside a highly weather-resistant micro-climate. (allowing you to use just a small tarp even in winter)
- Can be setup on the ground as a bug bivy. Be sure to use a groundcloth and pad underneath to protect the hammock fabric.
- Elastic side guylines pull the netting away from and out of your face. One or both can be removed if desired.
- Made in the USA by Warbonnet
Included:
- Your choice of continuous loops or full suspension
- Elastic side-guylines
- Built-in bug netting
- shelf/footbox
- Stuffsac
Recommended (Not Included):
- (x2) Tent stakes for bug net tieouts
- Winter Topcover
- Underquilt Protector
Tent stakes are sold separately in our accessories section.
- Continuous Loops: This option is not a useable suspension by itself. It comes only with small Amsteel loops on the end of the hammock that act as anchor points for the attachment of just about any suspension type.
-Suspension weight: 7g
- Webbing w/Buckles: This is a popular suspension option, it includes a pair of 12′ polyester straps with simple to use buckles, it is intended to be used with a pair of carabiners. Easy to use and adjust, almost no learning curve.
-Suspension weight: 6.7oz, one pair of Warbonnet carabiners: 1.75oz.
Watch Webbing/Buckle Video - Whoopies w/Dynaweave Straps: Standard 6′ Amsteel whoopie slings hitched directly to the end of your hammock, and 6′ Dynaweave tree straps (loop at each end). Our Dynaweave webbing is made from UHMWPE fiber which has the highest strength to weight ratio of any synthetic fiber available, the result is a full strength webbing that is much thinner and compact at 1/3 the weight of standard polyester webbing.
-Suspension weight: 2.35oz, One pair of Warbonnet FishHooks: 6g.
Watch Whoopie Suspension Video - Becket Suspension: Our longest suspension option (and lightest per foot), with 6′ of extra reach compared to our Buckle or Whoopie suspensions. Hammock comes with Amsteel continuous loops hitched on the ends and a pair of 15′ Dynaweave straps (loop at one end).
-Suspension weight: 2.5oz, One pair of Warbonnet FishHooks: 6g.
Watch Becket Suspension Video
Hammock Comparison Chart
Note: The weight ratings listed below are based on comfort, not absolute tensile strength. So for instance the single layer is rated for a max of 250 lbs because users above that weight will experience more stretch than is ideal and so would be more comfortable in something with more support (like the Heavyweight double). The comfort ratings can be pushed somewhat but you will be trading in comfort in doing so.
Single Layer Blackbird XLC:
Max comfort range : up to 275 lbs
Max load: 350 lbs
Hammock weight (without suspension): 1lb 5.75oz
Fabric: 70D Nylon or 40D Nylon
Lightweight Double Blackbird XLC:
Max comfort range: up to 275 lbs
Max load: 350 lbs
Hammock weight (without suspension): 1lb 11.75oz
Fabric: 40D Nylon Outer, 20d Nylon Inner
Heavyweight Double Blackbird XLC:
Max comfort range: up to 400 lbs
Max load: 400 lbs
Hammock weight (without suspension): 2lb 1.75oz
Fabric: 70D or 40D Nylon (x2)
Listed weights do include net-top and stuffsac, but not the suspension.
The ridgeline on my hammock is too loose or too tight, how do I fix this?
You loosen the ridgeline by loosening the hammock suspension and you tighten the ridgeline by tightening the hammock suspension. The ridgeline should be neither super tight nor drooping, and this will be achieved when your suspension straps run at about a 30 deg angle. Tightening/loosening the suspension will also raise/lower the hammock, so you may need to raise/lower the straps on the tree trunk to dial in the final hammock height which should be about chair height.
What is the difference between the lightweight and heavyweight fabric?
This refers to the weight of the fabric only, the heavyweight fabric being a heavier, stronger, more durable fabric than the lightweight fabric. It does not refer to the weight or weight capacity of the hammock itself. For instance a single layer 1.7 is made of the heavier more durable fabric, but since it is a single layer it is lighter than the lightweight double layer. So single layer vs. double layer has as much effect on hammock weight and weight capacity as fabric type does. All weight capacity and product weight info is listed in the collapsible product details boxes to the right of the product description.
For more information on which one is right for you, see our hammocking 101 page.
What is the largest pad that will fit in your hammocks?
Generally any standard-sized backpacking pad (20″ or 25″ width) will work regardless of thickness and length, but in general the largest commercial camping pad that will be appropriate will be the size of the Exped downmat 9 LW, which is aprox. 77″x25″x3.5″; Also keep in mind that in a hammock you need insulation only, no padding is needed so extra thick air mattresses are not necessary; R-value and warmth are what are really important. Also keep in mind that if you are considering buying a new pad to use with one of our end-gathered hammocks (like the Blackbird or XLC), that an underquilt will be much more comfortable and a lot less hassle so you should seriously consider putting that money towards an underquilt instead.
What is the difference between your suspension options?
Continuous loops: This option is not a useable suspension by itself. It comes only with small Amsteel loops on the end of the hammock that act as anchor points for the attachment of just about any suspension type. Suspension weight: 7g</p>
<p><strong>Webbing w/Buckles</strong>: This is a popular suspension option, it includes a pair of 12′ polyester straps with simple to use buckles, it is intended to be used with a pair of carabiners. Easy to use and adjust, almost no learning curve. Suspension weight: 6.7oz, one pair of Warbonnet carabiners: 1.75oz
<p><strong>Whoopies w/Dynaweave Straps</strong>: Standard 6′ Amsteel whoopie slings hitched directly to the end of your hammock, and 6′ Dynaweave tree straps (loop at each end). Our Dynaweave webbing is made from UHMWPE fiber which has the highest strength to weight ratio of any synthetic fiber available, the result is a full strength webbing that is much thinner and compact at 1/3 the weight of standard polyester webbing. Suspension weight: 2.35oz, One pair of Warbonnet FishHooks: 6g.</p>
<p><strong>Becket suspension</strong>: Our longest suspension option (and lightest per foot), with 6′ of extra reach compared to our Buckle or Whoopie suspensions. Hammock comes with Amsteel continuous loops hitched on the ends and a pair of 15′ Dynaweave straps (loop at one end). Suspension weight: 2.5oz, One pair of Warbonnet FishHooks: 6g.</p>
What is the topcover option for on the XLC hammock?
The topcover (not to be confused with a topquilt which is similar to a sleeping bag)is an optional add-on accessory that goes with the XLC hammock, It does not replace a tarp, although it is water resistant like a sleeping bag or windbreaker is so it will shed light moisture. It is made of breathable fabric and comes with two built in vents in order to avoid condensation issues. The benefit of the Topcover is that it will trap heat much better than mosquito netting and will generally raise the interior hammock temperature to about 15deg above the outside ambient air temperature so it is very popular among those that do alot of cold weather camping.
How do I know which model of hammock is right for me?
We have several different hammock models each having different features, a breakdown of the differences can be found partway down our Hammock 101 page.
What is included/not included with the hammock?
All of our hammocks come with the stuff sack included and your choice of suspension. Recommended items are listed on each hammock page.
Chris (verified owner) –
I dove into hammock camping head first. Never slept in a hammock before, only sat in a hammock for maybe 5 minutes at a time (your regular rope hammock). I am glad I chose the XLC, so much better than sleeping on the ground. All the components I got with it are also high quality. Such a nice piece of gear. Hope to get a wookie so I can take it winter camping!
Georgina Homrighaus –
I agree with you
Devon Salmond (verified owner) –
What a great hammock, it’s very high quality, comfortable, and lightweight too! I’m very pleased with this purchase, and plan on using it for winter camping this year
mazex (verified owner) –
Extremely happy with my XLC!
After realizing that hammocking could be a solution that suits my 50 year old back, I did some rather extensive research on the best hammock to get. Rather quickly I understood that the Blackbird XLC is the top dog in the hammock domain. Living in Sweden it would have been good to be able to order from somewhere in the EU to avoid extra shipping / import tax. After some more Googling I realized that was a price I simply had to pay 😉
So now I have spent two nights in it and I can confirm that it was worth it just for those nights… I bought a SuperFly tarp as well which was good as both nights have included rain, the last one actually a thunderstorm, I woke up at 3 am from the thunder and intense rain. I fell asleep again and woke up at 9.45 by a text from my wife. I have NEVER slept past 7 in a tent as the back hurts and the air gets warm / stale etc. And I have many hundreds of tent nights after doing my military service etc. With the Blackbird XLC I can easliely find a very comfortable diagonal position with the head in a position where I can easily peek out – and the “storage section” on the other side is large enough for an impressive amount of stuff that you want to have withing reach / dry. I am 193 cm tall (6’4)
I bought the “webbing w/Buckle” suspension option that works really well. Takes a minute to get it hanging good.
The total delivery time to Sweden was less than a month which is OK in these Covid times. Quick replies to some questions I had regarding the delivery.
An interesting side note – on my first night I “only” slept to 7 as I was woken by a wild boar grunting around near me. Normally when you wake up in a small tent by an animal nearby, you feel rather exposed. It has happended quite some times in the past. In my XLC, one meter above the ground and my knife easily reachable in the storage fold I did not feel exposed at all. There is something quite different sleeping up in the air with the option to quickly peek out and get out if needed. Nice bonus 🙂
Thanks a lot!
ADawg (verified owner) –
I don’t like leave reviews.
I was very hesitant based on the price.
I decided to go for the Double XLC.
Extremely happy with the purchase.
It’s easy to set up and durable.
My first hammock ever. It’s packs a punch. Can’t wait to use it backpacking.
Go for it. It’s worth it! 🙂
Mike Kreger –
Love my xlc. I’ve been using it for a little over 1 year now. I actually slightly damaged it on a recent trip. Contacted Warbonnet. They responded within 20 minutes. Completely eased my mind. Great customer service.
Rick Leventhal (verified owner) –
I did my homework and decided to make my first hammock a BLACKBIRD XLC – I’m impressed! Still in a learning curve. but once “plopped” in and situated….it’s SOOO relaxing. And I LOVE how the bug net stays raised up and away from your face. It’s a great choice if your a big person as well. I got the Fern Green – Thanks guys – Glad to be part of the Warbonnet family.
Renaldo Gerlt –
Großartiger Artikel!
Zebrowski Edward (verified owner) –
Old XLC Blackbird has better zippers. Twice as robust. The tie outs didn’t ship with the shock cord coming off the loop tie off, which is now attached with cord stops. The stitching still looks good, like the original model. I upgraded to some disappointment.
Warbonnet Outdoors (verified owner) –
If anybody wants an XLC or Eldorado that has the same style of non-removeable net that is on the Origional Blackbird model we can make it that way with a coil zipper. If you want the modular mix and match options of the removeable top then that requires a molded tooth nylon zipper. That is why we switched and those are holding up just fine. I appologise for us forgetting the side tieouts.
Jared Secrest (verified owner) –
Warning do not buy! Quality is crap. Suspension system failed the first time setting up with my 5 foot tall wife in it.!! Again do not buy unless you want to be injured! I have a $30 hammock from amazon it works great.
Ryan Mesch –
An error was made, and it was fully covered under warranty.
dnalkered –
I absolutely love my XLC! Gear Acquisition Syndrome is real but my Blackbird is not something I’ll ever replace. Warbonnet’s shelf and footbox are brilliant and super useful. I can’t give it up no matter how much it’s (poorly) copied by others, and I didn’t have to pay any extra to get it because it’s built in. I sleep great every time I’m out.
Thank you so much guys for your quality gear and responsive service. 🙂
Jonathan Case (verified owner) –
My favorite hammock. The length, the versatility, the weight, and the functionality of its shelf are big pluses. Great workmanship. The new Dream Tex fabric is worth the upgrade, IMO, but you can’t go wrong either way. Having tried all the suspension options, my favorites are the Dyneema straps, followed closely by the cinch buckles (so easy to use). Whoopie slings are cool, but at least here in the PNW they limit your tree options greatly (shorter straps means only skinnier trees, and the whoopie slings add to the required minimum distance such that you may have to reach WAY up the trees to get a good hang angle/not bottom out. But maybe the best reason to get the XLC is combining it with the Wooki UQ – which for me is far and away the best UQ design on the market – hang the head end, hang the foot end, and you’re done. No middle of the night adjustments, no cold spots. In sum, the XLC and its accessories make for a great camping system!
Gerald Gavin (verified owner) –
It took me years to pull the trigger on buying one of these, dont let that be you! Im 6’2″ 215lbs and after 20 years of service in the USMC, mostly as a load bearing animal, I have serious back issues. It kills me to sleep on the ground. I was hesitant to purchase a hammock because of my back and the fact that I’m a side sleeper. After spending several weeks worth of nights, some cold some during peak mosquito season, with the BB XLC I can confidently say that its worth every penny and highly recommend. I have seen my fair share of kit and this is in the top 10%, it goes everywhere with me.
Ian Richardson (verified owner) –
I ordered a Blackbird XLC from the UK. I’m glad I did, because the quality of construction is amazing – as is the design. It’s so much more comfortable than my existing hammocks! In fact, it’s more comfortable than my bed lol. The suspension system ( I went with buckles) is a dream to operate, fast and easy. Amazing job Warbonnet thanks.
Aaron Lipscombe (verified owner) –
Awesome hammock well made spent two weeks sleeping in it now having trouble sleeping in my bed love this product
Menkel (verified owner) –
Great craftsmanship and design, I would definitely recommend this product.
Odd Arild Waagsaas (verified owner) –
What can I say…. Comparing this to my bed at home, no can do…. I sleep like a happy little child in this thing. Going from a 9cm ground mat, and tent, with all the pain that gives you after a short nights sleep. There is no way in… anything, that I am going back, you nailed it with this product. ZZZzzzzz love it, love it
Frank G (verified owner) –
As said in previous reviews, very high quality and a excellent design. I also own an Ultralight backpacker (which is now what I let my friends borrow). The Blackbird XLC can’t be beat in comfort and versatility. My only regret is that I didn’t purchase this product years ago.
Benjamin Tanner (verified owner) –
Recently purchased a heavy double XLC and couldn’t be happier. I bought this unit to replace a regular BB that was just a little short for my liking. The quality of this unit is second to none. I like that you can remove the bug net and replace with the topcover if you would like. Used it on a recent trip to McAfee Knob and slept like a baby. I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a high quality 4 season hammock.
Robert Tree –
At OUTDOORTREE.org we take off on our motorcycles for multiple day trips cleaning up litter and doing trail maintenance. This makes for some tired guys with sore backs. Since we started taking blackbirds on these trips our backs feel way better and we look forward to going to bed.
I know hanging low makes more since but the little kid in me loves to have the high up tree house feel and I often find myself hanging as high up as I can because its just fun.
Dawn (verified owner) –
This is my 4th WB setup purchase. I typically purchase WB for my grandkids, but my adult son wanted to join our backpacking adventures so I got him the XLC setup. At 6’6″, he’s been using my regular BB just fine, but the XLC offered him a more comfortable experience. He got the newly redesigned XLC, and loves it. I’m a bit jealous, lol, because of all the options he has now. We bought the double layer so on cold nights he can insert a pad without it moving around. Because of his height, tent camping had become a nightmare for him, and he had given up on camping for years. Because of the XLC, he’s rejoined our family outings with great enthusiasm and is enjoying meeting the friendly “hammock crowd.” (I think he’s a bit surprised at all the adventures his mom has been having on the trail all these years! lol) Thanks, WB, for a great product and customer service. Thanks to the friendly hammock campers we meet on the trail and at hangcons.. You are the best! Hammock camping has brought our family much closer together and WB has made that experience all the better (and possible for years to come)! God bless!
Frank Touart (verified owner) –
These guys are simply the best. The staff were able to send my order before leaving on my next camping trip. They also notified me of some incompatibile items I ordered and helped me correct the order. The service at Warbonnet is second to none. The craftsmanship of Warbonnets gear is simply incredible. My superfly tarp kept myself and gear dry. I’m 6′ and was very comfortable in the Blackbird XLC. I’m glad to be another satisfied Warbonnet
Peter (verified owner) –
I’m not really a hardcore backpacker but have been getting into it the last few years, pretty much did the tent camping thing until recently. I took a nap in my brother’s eno setup and loved how comfortable I was. I did my research and found my way here and bought the 1.7 double. I used it once, loved it, way more comfortable than the eno and better in general, but got into a accident and had to get shoulder surgery. Buy the time I can go camping again it will be cold…. so I got the 0 degree under/over setup 🙂
David Riley (verified owner) –
Bought my WBBB XLC for a 12 night, 175 mile A T hike. I had never used a hammock before and have to say the XLC worked great. I came home and hung in my basement so I can relax in it. Very pleased.
Michael Parks (verified owner) –
I have used many hammocks over the past three years developing my hammock camping setup. After many hours spent researching I chose to go with the XLC because of the reputation of the company and the quality of their products. I can say honestly say for the first time in three years I have found the perfect hammock camping setup. This is by far the most comfortable hammock I have ever had the pleasure of using. I never got calve ridge and never felt shoulder squeeze. I only wish I had purchased this in the beginning of buying and trying so many hammocks. I also purchased the Wooki 20 degree to go with it and as I stood back and looked at the design I wondered why no one had thought of doing this before. Absolutely amazing!! Thanks Warbonnet for such great craftsmanship and customer service.
Sheldon Nix (verified owner) –
Went to desolation wilderness in Tahoe and I am so glad I ditched my tent and bought this hammock. My trip snuck up on me and I contacted the company to see about getting it shipped out sooner. They made it happen and even reviewed my order to realize I had ordered stuff I didn’t need along with being short in few other things. That ended up saving me while I was up there and was really helpful. Great service!
The only mistake I made was trying to use my sleeping bag with the hammock. The bag kept sliding around and I couldn’t get it zipped up all the way. It got down to 40 at night so I needed it. I’ll be buying a top quilt before I go out again.
Chad Barber (verified owner) –
Hands down the very best piece of camping equipment I have ever purchased. The quality of my Blackbird and Superfly is simply unmatched! I send all of my friends here who are just getting into hammock camping; you have made a customer for life that’s for sure.
Frank Levine (verified owner) –
LOVE my Blackbird XLC. I have spent the last year camping w/ my Son’s Scout Troop and been comfortable every night. Highly recommend this hammock.
Robert Caskie (verified owner) –
Brilliant hammock. I use mine so much I’m likely to wear it out.
Will buy another, no question.
Greg Flynn (verified owner) –
I doubt Warbonnet needs yet another glowing review on the BB XLC, but here it is. I got mine in less than a week along with a Mambajamba. They are both fantastic. Great lie. Very useful features. Comfortable and built by people that know hammocks. I am a big boy and I feel comfortable, secure and have plenty of room to stretch out lengthwise and widthwise. What more do you want.
Steve Wells (verified owner) –
Just used my xlc hammock. WOW! It is totally fabulous in size and comfort compared to my previous hammock.The winter top cover stayed incredibly dry inside compaired to the condensation outside. The fabric quality is second to non. This is a top end hammock. Thank you to