Length of hammock?

**optimator** · 03-08-2009, 00:33

Hey all. I think I have it narrowed down to either a Claytor or Blackbird. My question is, how short in length do I want to go with my hammock? I'm 6'1" & 190lbs. I've read that too short of a hammock is uncomfortable. How short is too short? This question pretty much pertains to the 3 Claytor models, since I believe the BB only comes in one length. Thanks!

**Mrprez** · 03-08-2009, 07:21

I am about the same size and weight. I find the HH Explorer to be about the right length - 110" - for me. I wasn't comfortable in my Speer until I retied the end knots and gained about a foot in length - 108". So, the Claytor Jungle Hammock should work. Not sure about the overall length on the BB.

**HitchHiking** · 03-08-2009, 07:26

Sorry mate never tryed with of thoses hammocks but for what its worth my BlissHammock is 3 meters long and that plenty of room for me.very comfy with no squashed shoulders or claustrophobia Im 190 cms (6 foot 3).
Hitch

**Cannibal** · 03-09-2009, 10:43

Originally Posted by Mrprez

Not sure about the overall length on the BB.

Ridgeline is 101"; I think.
I don't have the jungle model, but the Expedition is too short for me (6').

**neo** · 03-09-2009, 10:45

Originally Posted by optimator

Hey all. I think I have it narrowed down to either a Claytor or Blackbird. My question is, how short in length do I want to go with my hammock? I'm 6'1" & 190lbs. I've read that too short of a hammock is uncomfortable. How short is too short? This question pretty much pertains to the 3 Claytor models, since I believe the BB only comes in one length. Thanks!

the claytor jungle is 10 ft long.i love mine

neo

**Rushthezeppelin** · 03-09-2009, 13:58

One thing to keep in mind is although the BB has a shorter ridgeline than a JH the BB also has the footbox which basically extends the usable length of the hammock compared to a traditional gathered end.