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    Making the switch, but which?

    Hello all - been on the ground for a while, doing some section hikes. Now I am ready to get in the air. I am trying to decide which hammock to buy. I am 6'6" and 250, so I am looking at the longer/stronger versions - a Clark NX250, HH Explorer A-Sym, and WB BB-1.7.
    Over on Whiteblaze, they suggested that I visit here and see if I can find someone who will let me hang for a few minutes to try the fit on one of these.
    I am in central NC.
    Thanks in advance and I look forward to losing sleep while learning more here.

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    Senior Member Poppabear's Avatar
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    Welcome! IMO the WB BB-1.7 is by far the best hammock made. It would serve you very well. We have many members here from NC. As a general rule hammock hangers love to show off their gear. I have no doubt that some of the NC contingent will be chiming in shortly. And perhaps you can hook up with one of them to try out a hammock or two.
    Terry

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    Welcome!

    Hogg Tyed is in Thommasville... he's a big guy, with two great hammocks for big guys: a WBBB and a Switchback. You should check out his'n.

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    ...just down the road, in Jamestown
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    Yep, welcome to HF! Lots of NC hangers here. I hope you can find what you're looking for.


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    Hawk-eye ... in Oak Ridge, work in Jamestown ... happy to help ya if we can!

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    Welocome to HF Z-man. Lots of good info here. Just ask anyone.

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    Your welcome to come by and try my hammocks out. Send me a pm. I'm in Thomasville too.

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    These guys are so friendly-take them up on the testing offers- or meet up at the next hang-out- check the trip planning forums for upcoming opportunities. KM (not in NC)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hogg Tyed View Post
    Your welcome to come by and try my hammocks out. Send me a pm. I'm in Thomasville too.
    Thanks - PM sent.

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