Which hammock for tall, heavy guy for MC trips to the forest

[Jimswms]

Amok Draumr XL

[jeff-oh]

Amok Draumr XL

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[Tyroler Holzhacker]

Silly me. I didn’t look at your location only to realize you are in continental Europe. Maybe check out the german hang forum Hängematte.de for a hang in Germany. Not sure this is the best time to travel though until this coronavirus settles down. Most vendors can ship a hammock to Europe. Talk to Randy or Deanna at Dreamhammock.com and tell them Tom sent you. Good luck!

[bonne]

two minute search fount this 320cm Hammock with no suspension.

And this one with suspension but only: 300cm in length.

Yeah, well I think I need one with a bug net. Maybe this:

https://www.amazon.de/H%C3%A4ngematt...qid=1585260495

But only 290 cm - will that be to short?

[Shug]

Yeah, well I think I need one with a bug net. Maybe this:

https://www.amazon.de/H%C3%A4ngematt...qid=1585260495

But only 290 cm - will that be to short?

That is pretty short....9.514 feet.
At your size of 6.5 feet, it more than likely will be too short.
I' am 6 feet tall and prefer an 11 foot hammock.
But that one on Amazon may be a good starter for you. If you end up liking hammocks...you will end up with more than one!
Whooooo Buddy))))
Shug

[jeff-oh]

Yeah, well I think I need one with a bug net. But only 290 cm - will that be to short?

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I'd still go with the 320cm hammock. That extra length does make a huge difference. For a net use a separate net like:Bug Net on Amazon.de

Another reason for the separate bug net is then the mosquitoes cannot bite you through the bottom fabric. When you get the hammock you will want to add a ridgeline. This sets the proper sag for the hammock for the best sleep. See Shug's Youtube videos for more hammock knowledge than any one human should know. Just search YouTube for "Shug Hammock ______" then the topic... like suspension, ridge lines, bug nets etc. He is as entertaining as Germany's slingshot guy.

[BradleyBarnes]

For your height and weight, I'd recommend you look into the MalloMe https://popular.reviews/hammocks/#3_...ck_XLDBLHMCKOG
It ain't expensive either, well under $30, so there shouldn't be issues budget-wise. When it comes to the sleeping bag, I'd recommend you do carry one with you, might be needed, you never know. Better me safe than sorry.

[Mtn Giraffe]

I've tried a couple 11' hammocks and a 10' but none offered a totally comfortable lay for my 6' 6" height and 235 lbs (104kg) weight. Calf ridge was a big issue.
I communicated with Randy at Dream Hammock and he suggested I consider a 12', as wide as possible, DangerBird. Which I did and I doubt I could be happier.
NO calf ridge, none. As close to a totally flat lay as is likely possible. I'm mostly a side sleeper in a bed but zone out in total comfort on my back in the hammock.
I opted for a bug net only (no cover). The hammock, net, strap suspension and cinch buckles weighs right at 2 lbs (900+ grams) and packs to 6" diameter x 8".
I realize this system is a bit heavier than what many guys can utilize, but tall guys generally have to settle for larger sizes to be comfortable.