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    Noob!

    Hey guys, new guy here. Liking what I see so far. Tons of info!

    I am a large hanger (6' 4" 310) and need some advice for safe hanging.

    Thanks for having such a cool place!!!

    Rick

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    Hey Rick, welcome Lots of big guys around here, we could start our own NFL and NBA team with members. Ask away if you have any specific questions we can help with.
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    Welcome to the forums! As Paul said don't be bashful about asking questions. Somebody here will mostly likely have the answer to any question you can think of.
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    TFC Rick:
    Welcome to HF from another large hanger (6' 1" 300lb). Ask any questions that you have and there is someone out here with an answer..............
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    What do you need to know. Webbing works, amsteel works, and I have not ripped thru a hammock. Mind how your set up is hung, no sharp objects in the hammock, stay away from nylon ropes and webbing (they stretch).

    If you got any specific questions feel free to ask.

    ps I'm huge....
    Ambulo tua ambulo.

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    Welcome to HF- and the dark side of any camping/hiking/backpacking/"just-chillin'"!

    Don't be bashful about opening threads, we're aren't too rough on the new(er) folks!
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    Welcome aboard from NC! TFC.....Trooper First Class?
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    Welcome to the forum TFC Rick. There are plenty of options for us bigger guys. I am sure you will find something that works for you.

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    Quote Originally Posted by pgibson View Post
    Hey Rick, welcome Lots of big guys around here, we could start our own NFL and NBA team with members. Ask away if you have any specific questions we can help with.
    What about those of us with the body of a god....you know, like Budda?

    Quote Originally Posted by gargoyle View Post
    Mind how your set up is hung, no sharp objects in the hammock, .
    This brings up a question I should probably start a new thread about...BRB.

    Oh, and welcome TFC, from one (big) noob to another.

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    not a big hanger

    i am not a big hanger i am a fat one

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