So my Apex, Ripstop, shock cord, and cord locks are on the way and should arrive in time for me to knock out an UQ this weekend. I ordered both 2.5 and 5 oz Apex, but will start with the 2.5 and use it indoors for a while to see if there are any improvements needed before starting on the second UQ. Plan is to make it 44" x 72" for a full length UQ as I'm only 5' 6". Hammock is a DIY gathered end w/ whoopie slings to straps w/toggles.
I plan to follow Chris Muthig's pattern adjusted for my specs above, but was wondering if there is a need to cut the bottom layer of nylon a bit larger than the top layer (Chris's pattern calls for both to be the same size)? Should i taper the foot end or keep it 44" wide?
Any advise on those question or other tips are welcome to help me make this first attempt a success.
Thanks, and yes pics will follow unless I completely dork it up ...
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