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    The Half-Wit could be a great option for weight savings- unless you ever like to ditch the top quilt or stick a leg out on warmer nights. If you're a hot sleeper (such as myself), it may not be the best option- although it is very light.

    I think the 11ft DH Darien without any options is under 16oz. The 10 footer is under 15oz. I would personally opt for the very slight addition of weight to have full bug protection.

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    Quote Originally Posted by T- Minus View Post
    This doesn't look like anything I would want to sleep in or have on.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TrailSlug View Post
    This doesn't look like anything I would want to sleep in or have on.
    I have a much better set for hunting, that was just a really cheap example. Another bonus to the bug suit is you can hike in it too. Ticks and vampires are extra bad this year, and as soon as it drys out the chiggers and redbugs will be bad too. As far as comfort it's like wearing any other set of clothes, but I can see where the hood could be an issue for some. My set is under 8oz if that helps any. I guess if you really wanted too you could get any full coverage clothing and soak in in permethrin.
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    Does anyone make a single layer hammock rated for 300-400 lbs?

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    Quote Originally Posted by MoonBear View Post
    Does anyone make a single layer hammock rated for 300-400 lbs?
    Yes, Hexon 2.4 is 400+.
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    Here is the weight of my Dutch PolyD 1.4 Single 11ft hammock, including a 'half-wit' bugnet, 6ft mule straps and 9ft UCR suspensions:
    20170722_142538.jpg

    And my Gamma UL 90 Degree Hammock, including stock 9ft straps/ suspensions:
    20170722_142502.jpg

    (sorry for the photos being pivoted the wrong way)

    If you take into account that I have slightly longer straps/ suspensions on my Dutchware hammock, the two setups are essentially the same weight and volume. It really comes down to whether you want the lay of a traditional hammock or a 90 Degree Hammock.
    Last edited by Sirenobie; 07-22-2017 at 22:38.

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    I would go for the Trek Light Gear https://goo.gl/FbWLm6 360º of bug netting and 16 oz. comes in a pouch to fold it

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    You may want to factor in comfort, in addition to simply being light. The lightest weight hammock that is uncomfortable can be a harsh school master, unless sleep deprivation is your kink. Comfort depends on a lot of factors, i.e. your size, hammock size (width and length), your weight, your style of sleeping (side vs back vs belly), hammock material, hammock design (GE vs bridge vs 90*), suspension, and so forth. Personal preference plays a huge role. A lot of hammocks go up for sale after the owner decides it just isn't their cup o' tea or can't help experiment with other designs. Nothing wrong with experimentation if you choose wisely and don't plunk down your coin on a hammock that has little resale potential, unless your financial means allow otherwise.

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    If you can sew:

    11'x5' Hyper D Fabric with sewn on bug net with zipper is 9.6oz

    11.5'x5' of 1.0oz Hyper D (Ripstopbytheroll) = 6.4oz
    10' of Dynaglide ridgeline = .28oz
    9.1'x4.5' hex cut of .5oz noseeum (Ripstopbytheroll) = 1.6oz
    11' of #3 coil zipper and 2 sliders (Ripstopbytheroll) = 1.3oz

    I think this is the absolute lightest you could go to be fully enclosed. You could do a half-wit (Dutch) type design with the netting to save an ounce or so. 200lb weight limit.

    Add a Dyneema Webbing and Dynaglide suspension for 2oz

    10' of Spider Web 2.0 webbing (Dutchware) cut in two with sewn loops at all four ends= .7oz
    25' of dynaglide. Cut into two 10' lengths and two 2.5' lengths. 10' lengths have spliced loop on one end each. 2.5' lengths have spliced loop on one end and spliced as a UCR onto the 10' piece = .7oz
    Dutch clips (Dutchware) = .6oz

    Add a 11x9 diamond .51oz cuben fiber tarp for 7.3oz

    11'x9' diamond shape with .51oz cuben fiber (Ripstopbytheroll) = 5.6oz
    Reinforcements at corners and seam sealing = .25oz
    2' of 1/2 inch grosgrain for tie out loops = .06oz
    50' of 1.75mm dyneema for tie out lines = 1oz
    2 each of 6" titanium stakes (Dutchware) = .4oz

    TOTAL SYSTEM WEIGHT = 18.6oz
    Last edited by joedietz; 08-25-2017 at 15:51.

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