Incredibly Functional Crua Koala Set

The Crua Koala Set is an incredibly functional and versatile high quality outdoor set with several pieces that can be used together or separately, suitable practically for any climate.

Key features & benefits

What this is about, what makes it a set?

So here you have several elements that can be used together:

1. A hammock for off-ground sleeping, but it is with two spreader loops instead of spreader bars. You have straps to attach it to the trees. The top picture above shows how this all looks when in use.

2. There is also a large tarp/fly that protects you from the rain and it creates a great shade if you use it in a sunny space.

3. You have a full coverage 360-degree mesh for protection against insects. You can use it as in the picture, without the tarp/fly.

4. Insulating quilt that will protect you from the cold. This is the bulkiest element in the set. Obviously, you can use it in various ways. The picture below shows it wrapped underneath the hammock.

You can also pull it over the whole hammock and then crawl inside and this will be a warm cocoon.

It can be used as a sleeping bag inside the hammock, and if you feel cold, you can use any additional regular sleeping bag inside of the quilt.

5. Gear hammock. This is a useful addition, a hammock attached underneath the Crua Koala hammock so you can keep your stuff off the ground, like shoes, clothing etc.

You can see it in the picture below, this is the blue thing underneath the hammock.

6. There is also a pillow in the package, see it in the picture:

All these elements come in their separate stuff bags shown in the picture:

Various options

Note that they offer various options, and you can also buy these elements separately. They have Koala and Koala Maxx, the difference is in size only. Here are the options and elements summarized in the table:

Materials

You have a top quality stuff here. The hammock is a 210T parachute nylon, and the tarp is a 190T polyester with an impressive 5000 mm rating. Note that it is reflective on one side and you can use it with any of the sides up.

The quilt is made of a 100% polyester 210T honeycomb, the lining is a 210T polyester pongee, and the insulation filling is a cotton.

There are multiple removable pockets, in fact 7 in total, made of a waterproof 210T ripstop polyester with a 3000 mm rating.

The spreader loops are aluminum, and the straps are a heavy-duty polyester webbing.

See how this Crua Koala works:

In this video you have much more, unboxing and setting the Crua Koala up:

Versatility

You have already seen that this Crua Koala set includes several important elements that can be used as a set or separately.

The mentioned hammock was shown used in the usual way attached to the trees, but you can use it also on the Crua Hammock Stand as a freestanding hammock as in the picture below.

So this is how you can use it in the garden at home. The same holds for the tarp/fly. You can use it on its own for various situations as a sun shade or as a rain protection tarp.

You will see more below regarding the weight that also determines the ways of using this et and its elements.

Who is this Crua Koala for

Regarding the capacity, this is an impressive structure with the 450 lb (205 kg) official weight capacity. No doubt this will be suitable for most of potential users.

The picture below shows some parameters, note that they describe the Koala Maxx as a hammock for two people.

Regarding the weight, this all will depend on how you use this set. So the full set is something for car camping, but if you do not take the quilt, then you can use it for almost any outdoor activity.

This can be some bicycle tour, and you can take this also on the trail.

Note that the three main elements (the hammock with straps, and the net) weigh only 1.27 kg.

This is light enough for the trail. But the tarp adds a lot with its 2 lb (0.915 kg). With it, you can take this on a motorbike or bicycle tour, or on a kayak adventure.

You will see below the packed size of some of the elements, and then you can figure out how you can transport it.

Regarding protection, climate, and weather, this is a very complete set with many elements and it can be used year round. You have already seen what you can do with the insulating quilt.

But in a cold environment you will want to add an appropriate pad underneath you, there are such pads designed specifically for hammocks.

What I like

• Functionality.
• Versatility.
• Craftsmanship.

What I dislike

• The price. There is no doubt this is a great value for the money, but the price may be steep for some people.

Specifications

• Weight capacity: 450 lb (205 kg).
• Hammock weight: 1.19 lb ( 0.54 kg).
• Straps weight: 0.85 lb (0.385 kg).
• Spreader bars: 0.3 lb (0.14 kg).
• Bug mesh: 0.83 lb (0.375 kg).
• Tarp: 2 lb (0.915 kg).
• Bug mesh packed (L x D): 7 x 5 in (17.8 x 12.7 cm).
• Hammock packed (with carabiners) (L x D): 11 x 5 (28 x 12.7 cm).
• Hammock open and stretched out: 9.8 ft x 55 in (300 x 140 cm).
• Warranty: 2 years.

Places to buy

Crua Outdoors

Amazon

Final thoughts

So, if you are a back sleeper and used to camping in a hammock, this Crua Koala Set is definitely something to consider. This is a high quality outdoor shelter, and its separate elements make it very versatile.

You can use these pieces on their own, and also as a set, and this can be anywhere outdoors or in the garden at home.

Crua Outdoors as a brand never stops surprising us with its excellent and functional outdoor products, and this Koala is a great example, I can fully recommend it.

Let me know if you have questions, there is a comment box below. For more products of this type please check under the category Hammocks. Check in particular their unique Crua Hybrid Hammock Tent. Thank you for reading and have a nice day.