Help build a shopping list for LD bikepacking gear

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Hi All, I've been itching to upgrade my daily driver hammock for some time, finally leading me to joining the forum and now buying a TQ. Guess it is time to start that shopping list...

tl;dr
Hammock: ??
Suspension: ?
Tarp: ?
Insulation: ??
Accessories: ???
DIY: ????
Cottage Vendors: ????


The reason I'm posting in this subforum is that I plan on taking at least one month+ bike trip this year and am interested in sharing some of your accumulated experience before spending $$($).

Okay, hammock first! I've been using either a ENO Doublenest Deluxe or this cheap integrated net variant (AZ link). After reading a variety of threads, I'm leaning pretty heavily towards a 11ft symmetrical for comfort and ease, but am not quite sure how much extra weight/bulk comes along with that. Beyond that, I'm 5'9" / ~225lbs and fairly sure I'd like single layer, but definitely unsure about material.

Additionally, I'm not sure what features are "must-haves" these days. Storage at the top of the triangles seems pretty great (peak shelf?). As does the double ended stuff sack, knotty mod, and integrated bug net. Less sure about a structural ridgeline, double side zipper entry, and UQ hooks. Thoughts on any of these and are there other mods that I've missed?

For suspension I have been using the ENO Atlas XL and was planning on picking up some 2 inch UHMWPE strapping along with similar material line. Living in the PNW, we do have large trees. What lengths of each should I go for? Also, while I'm still considering whether a continuous ridgeline makes sense, I'd probably like to plan enough line for one. Pretty much planning on using knots for all of this.

My tarp was another cheap purchase of 10' of nylon with tabs (AZ link). Weight estimates run around 1.5 lbs but I've had some difficulty figuring out how that compares to some of the tarps I've seen on here. This is an area where I'm considering a DIY hex, but would love some pointers/suggestions (material, size, etc.). Advice on lines would be helpful here as well. I'm probably looking for something less-visible than my current, and plan on using my titanium V stakes.

Insulation wise, I just acquired a UGQ 20F Bandit TQ and am starting to eye UQs... With a fair bit of sewing experience, this is a tempting project. However, the modular SLD Trail Winder is pretty appealing if I decide on non-down. Given the normal temperature ranges I'm exposed to, I think a 30 or 40F would pair well with the TQ. Thinking that the extra bulk/weight of a UQP would make sense for nasty weather and to increase the temperature range a bit. Along a similar vein, a sock seems like overkill but am interested in them for next Winter. Thoughts?

Finally(?) there are a bunch of potential accessories, both related to the hammock and beyond. The list of items I currently have and seem worth noting include: Crazy Creek HEX 2.0 PowerLounger, Klymit Pillow X, MSR WhisperLite International and Titan Tool Spoon, Sawyer MINI (I think, would be open to swapping this), Snow Peak Wabuki Chopsticks, an off-brand 750ml titanium pot (AZ link), and of course, a homemade first-aid kit. Potential additions that have come up while reading the forum include: gear pouch/saddle bag, gear hammock, snake skins, Tensa Solo, ...?


All of these questions probably have blindspots that I'd love to have pointed out. There is also a sub-question of whether I should DIY it and/or which (active) cottage vendors y'all have dealt with and would recommend?

Thanks!

(Thanks @m00ch)