When I first got into DIY, I ran across some polyester fabric at the local Wally World and purchased 20 yards at $1.50 a yard. Not knowing any better, it was only 48 in wide and didn't lend itself to making a comfortable Gathered end... So for the past 3 years it's been sitting there with no purpose in life. Then after watching this series on Griz's Ariel, I thought "why not make your first one using the materiel you have sitting collecting dust.
It's not ultra-light at 1.9 oz per.. But it allowed me to "experience the build" without using more expensive light weight rip-stop. So here is the result of not being able to Hike or hang due to excessive heat. I still need to attach the end caps. Learned a bunch (Thanks Grizz ), but I still hate Algebra....
I used Grizz's dimensions and I'm still getting shoulder squeeze when I lie flat on my back. My fat belly barely fits in the 32in wide center. So a question for all you more experienced "bridge hammock" guys. Should I go with a wider spreader bar? (I'm using a pair of 36in wide bars now). On the next build, should I increase the width of the bridge?
I'm using soft shackles to connect the end suspension legs. I like that a lot.
Here are some pictures...
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