Not being sure of the weight of the ripstop at Hancocks. Do you think it safe enough to use a single layer for a gathered end hammock for someone who weighs 240 lb? It's not for me, so I sure don't want my buddy to hit the ground.
Not being sure of the weight of the ripstop at Hancocks. Do you think it safe enough to use a single layer for a gathered end hammock for someone who weighs 240 lb? It's not for me, so I sure don't want my buddy to hit the ground.
I'm 210lbs and haven't had any issues with using the Hancock ripstop in a single layer gathered end hammock. I've also laid in the back yard with my 2 year old and was never concerned about the fabric holding up.
The rip stop nylons I have bought from Hancock Fabrics was 1.9 oz and it held my heavy hanging butt with just one layer and no fallout.
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I am 220 pounds and have laid in it with my 50 pound daughter with no issues. it is 1.9 ripstop.
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Vince
They have some pretty heavy duty stuff there. I bought a remnant to try out my sewing machine when I first got it and that stuff is no joke.
I'm sleeping in a hammock of the Hancock's ripstop @ 225# and no problem what so ever. Not sure of the weight of the RS but they also carry a heavier nylon which could be good for 500+.
Most of us end up poorer here but richer for being here. Olddog, Fulltime hammocker, 365 nights a year.
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