I am 6'2" and 220. My DIY hammock bodies are 11' with a 111" +-1" ridge line. This is comfortable for me. I do always try to use fabric that is at least 60" wide. I don't find much difference over 60" but I think it's not as comfortable with less.
I think fabric stretch is a big comfort killer that doesn't get the credit it deserves. A 1.9oz ribstop is not comfortable for me but the same dimensions in 1.9 + 1.1 or that 2.8oz "plain weave" from DYI Gear Supply is totally comfortable.
How you whip also matters. The Hennessy method will produce the flattest lay but not necessarily the most comfortable. Gathered whipping, like the Blackbird, will produce the least flat, but "softest" lay. Accordion whipping (fold sides to center then make 7 or so accordion folds on each side) is in between. I used the latter for a while and liked it but am currently using gathered whipping. A change in whipping might be all you need. Experiment.
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