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Need some advice
I am about to make my first Hammock tent. I have been doing lots of research and see that most people use a 1.9 oz ripstop nylon. Somewhere I saw it rated that at 250 lbs (on Speers I think). I am much larger. 6'1 340lbs. I am working considerably on my weight (lost 45lbs so far) but I want to know if 1.9 is strong enough or is it made in a stronger variety. I had considered something like canvas or denim (since I have some denim) But I know that will greatly increase the weight and packing size of the hammock. Also would 1.5 webbing be good for the support?
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Welcome to Hammock Forums scottcatchott!
Nice to have you here!:)
It is better to err on the side of caution! If you feel that the ripstop is not adequate then make it a layered hammock. Two layers of tafeta or ripstop would be adequate for your weight. Do not use canvas or denim. Those fabrics hardly stretch! You need a fabric that stretch a bit and conform to your body. Besides, the canvas/denim takes a long time to dry if wet (heavy too). Im not very familiar with webbings available in your area but i made mine out of 2 layers of 1" nylon sewn together and they worked fine for me (im about 85 kgs.).;)
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You might want to look into tubular (Climb-Spec) webbing. It is very strong. I got some of the 9/16" at REI.com. Just search for "tubular".
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I agree with what is said above. For now I would error on the side of caution. Climbing webbing is a good idea. I would use something rated to 2000 lbs or higher. Also 2 layers of 1.9 untreated should work well.
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