GADGETEER, Jack had replied as well and it looks like it may be quite awhile for a bigger size coming down the pipe. He did say it would hold my weight but I think the shoulder squeeze would probably make it not worth it.
GADGETEER, Jack had replied as well and it looks like it may be quite awhile for a bigger size coming down the pipe. He did say it would hold my weight but I think the shoulder squeeze would probably make it not worth it.
I made a DIY Bridge (thanks Grizz) with some modifications. I was concerned about weight load of the bridge, too. My stats: 5-10 / 215Lbs.
Here are the modifications:
2 layers (1.9 and 1.1 rip stop)
1” webbing folded in half, then double rolled the edges
http://www.strapworks.com/Polyester_Webbing_p/pew1.htm
Spreader Bars – Aluminum Tubing 6061 T6 Note: wall thickness = stronger
http://www.airpartsinc.com/products/...nd-6061-t6.htm
I looped the webbing at end of each four corners and bar stitched. This requires a good sewing machine to stitch through the webbing (I have a Kenmore, thanks for the recommendation Mule). Then used Spyderline 3.8mm to complete the triangles.
http://www.apsltd.com/Tree/d279000/e276769.asp
To test, I used 11 bags of floor dry (total 275lbs) in the hammock for several days. Its heavy duty … with the right adjustments and material modifications you should have no problems meeting your requirements.
Do you mostly sleep on your side? This would be the case for me so I dont think the shoulder squeeze issue (the only complaint I hear) would really be a problem for me. Because we are the same height if you lay flat on your back how much "extra" room is there to slide up and down in the hammock?
Roadtorque:
Would you like to try my DIY Bridge for a few weeks? If so just let me know ...
IndyDan
The nature of the bridge does not want a lot of slide room up and down. No mare than a few inches is needed.
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Thanks a bunch for the offer. Sorry I'm getting back so late. I just placed an order for a JRB BMBH yesterday
Thanks DGRAV for the help. I'm glad I read your post. I had the opportunity to try a BMBH recently and loved it. I cant believe how comfy it is. The difference in comfort between that hammock and my doublenest ENO is about the difference between my ground days and my doublenest.
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