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    fabric preferences

    So I am reading as much as I can about fabrics and comfort and weight ratings to see which material to get for a Darien from DH.
    I am going single layer and my weight as of today is a shocking 215lbs. I thought I was 225 still as I don't look to have lost weight.(3 scales confirmed this weight)
    my goal is to lighten my gear, but still feel safe using it. I was going to go 2.3 but now I can go lighter. my weight may climb again yet.
    what have people used and liked as a safety margin and material?

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    Have you asked Randy (Papa Smurf)? He knows his products best. A hammock's construction helps determine strength as well as comfort. I have the impression that Dream Hammocks are extremely well built, so 1.9 oz might be fine for you (probably is), but go to the source.

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    Im sure you will be fine with 1.9oz, mine have served me well for lots of nights

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    From Randy's site.
    A 1.9 will work.
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