Can anyone give me an idea on the feel of the Hex 2.2? I guess I'd like to know how comfortable you think it is (stretch, lay, texture). Thanks guys and gals!
Can anyone give me an idea on the feel of the Hex 2.2? I guess I'd like to know how comfortable you think it is (stretch, lay, texture). Thanks guys and gals!
If you contact randy at DH he may send you a sample of it for a small fee. That would be the best way to figure out the feel and see the texture of it. I personally like feel the hyperD the best of all the hammock fabrics I have had or have (this includes the argon, nylonD and hexon 1.6)
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if you know where to look for it.-Pete's Dragon
Not hardly any stretch and while not as soft like a 1.6. More of a nylon feel. At 360 it's pretty comfy, I just need to put it at least a very good sag in it
It's not the boulders that throw us off balance, it's the pebbles beneath our feet
Rip stop by the roll will send you samples as well. I wouldn't say the 2.2 feels 'soft' but it's by no means rough or uncomfortable. It has a fairly firm lay with very little stretch. I have a DIY with this fabric and would definitely use it again. On the 1.6 I prefer a double layer but the 2.2 is fine on it's own.
I actually really like the Hex2.2. I thinks it's got a great hand and gives me the firmness I like in a hammock. IMHO, the ultralight fabrics most are using today, are too "stretchy" and it's pretty easy to mistakenly pop a hole in the fabric. The 2.2 I think will be a bit more durable too.Originally Posted by Peppy
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Agree with fjrpilot
It's not the boulders that throw us off balance, it's the pebbles beneath our feet
For a heavy fabric, the HEX70 had more stretch than I expected. Certainly more than the 2.4oz Hexon, and at least as much as the 1.9oz ripstop nylon. If not even a bit more. My guess is that this has to do with the unusual ripstop pattern. The touch is not great; to me it feels kind of coarse. But if you're looking for something robust with a bit more give, the HEX70 should suit you fine.
The Hex 2.2 for me had no stretch and I am convinced that it is what got rid of the calf ridge pressure I have been having trouble with for years... Love this stuff.
I agree. the 2.2oz Hex70 provides great support with very little (or no) stretch for my 230lbs. Using a slightly heavier, more supportive fabric will indeed hold you a little higher in the hammock and reduce calf ridge pressure.
I have a sparrow coming made with 1.6 Hyper D (#4812), but was able to pick up a Raven here on the forum (#4436) that is the Hex70. Just wanted to see what others think of the fabrics.
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