Monolite vs Hexon 1.0 stretch?

**muddycreek** · 04-18-2019, 12:38

So I'm not finding this exact answer anywhere. I'd like to put together a super light hammock out of one of these fabrics. I really like the idea of the monolite visibility, but I also seem to be more comfortable in a less stretchy fabric. I weigh about 180, and although I'm pretty careful with my gear, I'm probably going to stretch these thin fabrics a bit.

So, of you've tried both, is hexon appreciably less stretchy than monolite? If you've only tried one, how does it compare in stretch to a more common denominator, like a regular 1.9 ripstop nylon?

Thanks for any insight!

**ricktreks** · 04-19-2019, 07:19

I should be able to answer that question in a couple of weeks. I have a DW Chameleon in Hexon 1.0 and have a Darien in Monolite being made right now.

I weight 175Lbs and find the Chameleon somewhat stretchy, but in a very comfortable way, for me.

I’ll keep you posted.

R

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**muddycreek** · 04-19-2019, 10:48

Great, thank you. Anyone else?

**Roman3006** · 05-03-2019, 04:12

Originally Posted by muddycreek

So I'm not finding this exact answer anywhere. I'd like to put together a super light hammock out of one of these fabrics. I really like the idea of the monolite visibility, but I also seem to be more comfortable in a less stretchy fabric. I weigh about 180, and although I'm pretty careful with my gear, I'm probably going to stretch these thin fabrics a bit.

So, of you've tried both, is hexon appreciably less stretchy than monolite? If you've only tried one, how does it compare in stretch to a more common denominator, like a regular 1.9 ripstop nylon?

Thanks for any insight!

Question how well is monolite with ventilation as a mesh? I am considering using it for a bug net.

**infrastellar** · 05-03-2019, 06:11

Experienced both of them. I think monolite is less stretchy.

I would not use this material for a bugnet unless you dont want to boil yourself in the summer. Its super breathable, nice and cool on your back in hammock... but its not a bugnet and less air comes through.

**MAD777** · 05-03-2019, 09:06

Monolite packs up significantly more bulky than nylons of the same weight. It's great for a summer hammock in hot steamy weather with no underquilt. (treated with permithrin, by the way). But my preference for a bugnet would be the lightest, most breathable material.

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**MikekiM** · 05-04-2019, 06:48

I made an 11 footer out of Monolite.. pretty slick stuff. 8 ounces on the nose with Dynaglide CL's and a DCF stuff sack. The transparency is a cool side benefit.. makes quilt adjustment really easy and it's nice to see out the side of the hammock.

It does have less compression than other 1.0 fabrics and does pack a bit bulkier. I know it's marketed as netting and it does breathe, but I wouldn't use it for a bug net. I am adding a bug net today but am using 0.67 noseeum.

Surprisingly comfortable for a 1.0 fabric. To your question about stretch: While I don't have a Hexon hammock to compare it to I do have another 11 footer in 1.2 Robic and it feels like the Monolite has less stretch. Certainly is more comfortable.

**muddycreek** · 05-06-2019, 09:07

Great, thanks, all. Good to know about the pack size as well. I'd rather err on the side of comfort over pack size, but it's still going to bug me.

I may just get both and see.

**MikekiM** · 05-06-2019, 18:03

Originally Posted by muddycreek

Great, thanks, all. Good to know about the pack size as well. I'd rather err on the side of comfort over pack size, but it's still going to bug me.

I may just get both and see.

Don't get hung up on the pack size

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...=1#post1959930

**Caminante** · 05-07-2019, 10:24

I have 4yds of Monolite laying on my work table for a summer hammock. It's such a different fabric from other ripstops that a comparison with Hexon is a bit strange other than they're both 1.0 osy. I'd compare Hexon to HyperD or 1.2 MTN.

It's definitely not bugnet material in my opinion, just having handled it. Even the sub 1.0 osy no-see-um meshes reduce airflow significantly. However, considering that Monolite is breathable and certainly more durable than no-see-um mesh, I think it could make a very interesting winter cover in conjunction with a "solid" fabric. Most winter covers have a vent out of no-see-um mesh to aid with condensation. With Monolite you could make the vent larger, perhaps to the point that it served as a decent window instead of being very much enclosed in an opaque cover.