Would a single layer 1.7 Robic feel close to the same as a double layer Hexon 1.6?

**Coldautumndays** · 03-08-2018, 23:59

Hey everyone. I have a double layer Hexon 1.6 SLD Trail Lair Hammock and I really like it. It's low stretch and just works well for me and it's very comfortable. However it's pretty heavy. I have a single layer Hexon 1.6 Dutchware Half Zipped as well and it's nice but too stretchy for my taste.

So, I was wondering if I got a single layer Robic 1.7 hammock would it have a similar feel to my double layer Trail Lair stretch wise and support wise? From specs the Robic is a stronger fabric than Hexon.

Thank you.

Anne Marie

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**Burg54** · 03-09-2018, 00:06

Hmmm I've wondered this too. Also how Robic compares to Hexon.

**Coldautumndays** · 03-09-2018, 00:16

Originally Posted by Burg54

Hmmm I've wondered this too. Also how Robic compares to Hexon.

Hopefully we will get some people with experience with both fabrics chiming in.

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**Intimidator** · 03-09-2018, 06:21

In my experience, not at all. A DL of Hexon 1.6 would be way less stretchy and more firm. But, a single layer of 1.7 robic is more firm than Hexon 1.6.

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**Firesong** · 03-09-2018, 08:32

A SL of Robic 1.7 is a lot more firm than any of the 1.6 fabrics!

**Coldautumndays** · 03-09-2018, 14:44

Originally Posted by Firesong

A SL of Robic 1.7 is a lot more firm than any of the 1.6 fabrics!

Thank you for the response. I have been kicking around buying a Robic Hammock for a while and I think I may pull the trigger on one soon.

**JumpinJackJim** · 03-26-2018, 14:14

Any experience with comfort, calf ridge difference between DL and Single layer in this regard?In a recent video, Shug commented that he seems to like he DL XLC more than SL, but did not detail. I’m trying to decide at 5’10” and 180#, which will be more comfortable...SL or DL at 11ft length in a 1.7 fabric.

**Gideon** · 04-03-2018, 22:00

Interesting subject; hard for me to imagine that there's that much difference? Would be interested in hearing your final report once you try the other fabric.
Gideon

**daltonivy** · 04-07-2018, 06:42

To me the biggest difference between 1.7 sl and 1.6 dl would be the feel the 1.7 is noticeably less slippery. I find the 1.7 to be Very firm and that's with me being 300# 6'4". I also finding the 1.7 gives a more pronounced calf ridge. I personally prefer a sl 1.6 hexon wide. Still enough support but a much softer lay. I haven't tried the 1.6 hexon in dl but have tried the 1.6 hyper D in dl. It did provide more support with a softer lay. Just my 2c.

**jdy98p** · 04-07-2018, 07:10

I just ordered a single layer 66” Raven in robic 1.7. Had this same concern. Papa Smurf said that the SL robic is good for a firmer lay, but not as quite as firm as a DL HyperD.

As for calf ridge, I’m assuming the 66” width will take care of that. I’m replacing my 58” wide DL HyperD Sparrow which I couldn’t quite get comfortable in due to the width. I LOVE the feel of the HyperD, but going to a SL I want the extra firmness.