hello all. Been lurking for awhile and just recently got into the hammock scene, but now I'm really hooked. I'm currently using an ENO onelink system with a doublenest. I have discovered that while this hammock is great for lounging around and hanging out I question the overall comfort camping overnight, it's a touch short and it's hard to stretch out with the bug net, which is essential in FL. A little about myself. I am a big guy, and not a 250 big guy, but I'm about 370lbs and 6ft tall. I am looking for something in the higher spectrum length wise 10.5ft and longer. I have a few options that I am looking at, as I have done a bit of research, but wanted to look to more seasoned hangers for guidance.
Thoughts on...
Option 1: Warbonnet XLC double layer 1.7 with MJ tarp
Option 2: SMR Pares with Nube Shelter
Option 3: Kammock Roo with WB MJ tarp
Option 4: I am open to suggestion if you have an compelling argument 😃
Also a couple questions...
1. I am not going to be hiking the whole AT anytime soon but would like to use this backpacking. Are 1.8 amsteel whoopie slings and carabiners similar in strength/reliability? While I like the confidence I get from the atlas straps on my ENO,they are a touch heavy to a pack.
2. Any pros/cons to an attached bug net vs separate? And is there any suggestions for keeping bugs from biting you through the hammock on the attached bug nets?
Thanks in advance for the input.
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