I've found that for my "loaner" hammocks, I dumb them down A LOT. In fact, I found that all the little gadgets that I love so much make it just a little harder for the new guy/gal I work with.
Simple, durable, gathered-end hammocks seem to fair the best. I'm also less keen on sending out my ultra-lightweight hammocks with fabric that may tear at the slightest brush on the ground. Inexpensive hammocks also tend to go out my door before the spendy models.
I've loaned out my Hennessy a few times but I've stopped doing that too because the last guy who borrowed it turned it back to me in the form of a rat's nest. I was so irritated I sat my kids down and taught them the little golden rule about returning things better or as good as you borrowed them. Repeat lessons every week.
The suspension system that has worked out the best with the fewest repeat training sessions has been the KAMMOK Python webbing straps (or similar, even DIY), a climbing-rated carabiner, and a simple rope loop on the end of the hammock. The Python straps offer plenty of adjustability and the carabiner (simple wire gate) clips quickly and easily.
I have a large "library" of hammocks, and for the past few months, whenever a friend wants to "try" hammock camping, I bring them into my parlor and have them try a dozen different hammocks to see what "fits" them. Through this experience I've come to realize that comfort is somewhat subjective in terms of size and fit.
So, if I were to give you advice on a hammock, I'd get an inexpensive model like a Grand Trunk or Trek Light Double with some Python webbing straps. If you want a bug net hammock, then the Grand Trunk Pro Skeeter Beeter or the Hammock Bliss No-See-Um No More.
I hope that helps.
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