WBBB & tall people

[s1125r]

So the recommendation for those of us around 190 is to just go for the 1.7 double instead of the 1.1 double?

[Globetruck]

So the recommendation for those of us around 190 is to just go for the 1.7 double instead of the 1.1 double?

I sent out a lot of PMs and about 90% recommended the 1.1 double. I even sent an email/PM to Warbonnetguy and he concurred. The consensus is that the 1.1 double is plenty good for us 190ish guys and our gear. I even had a few 200-220 lb guys say that the 1.1 double suits them just fine.

If you're a car camper, canoe camper, and weight isn't an issue for you, then you really don't lose anything by going to the 1.7 double.

If you're a backpacker (like me), then save .5 lbs and get the 1.1 double. From what I take, you won't notice much (if any) difference between the 2.

I'll let you know how mine works out... hopefully within a couple weeks!

[angrysparrow]

If you're a backpacker (like me), then save .5 lbs and get the 1.1 double. From what I take, you won't notice much (if any) difference between the 2.

Someone in your weight range can also just go with a single 1.7 and save another 2.5oz. Comfort is the same as a double IMO.

[s1125r]

Thanks for the info. I'm a kayaker, so weight isn't really an issue, but I like to keep things light in case I do decide to use them for my occasional backpacking trips.

[Bubba]

Someone in your weight range can also just go with a single 1.7 and save another 2.5oz. Comfort is the same as a double IMO.

I think Globetruck wants to use a pad so that's why he wants a double layer.

[gunner76]

The double is also good at keeping the skeeters from being to bite thru the bottom of the hammock.

[Quack]

6'5" 200 and I am quite comfy in my 1.1 ounce double.

[Globetruck]

I think Globetruck wants to use a pad so that's why he wants a double layer.

Yup... at least for this year. I'm saving my spare lunch money and going into the UQ/TQ realm next year.

[carolinasbackpacker]

6'1" and it's like a palace in there

[gunner76]

I am 6ft 2"+ and 270lbs and lots of room in my 1.7 double BB