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    Recommended hammock width?

    I know this has probably been asked a million times, but: What’s a good width for an 11’ hammock?

    I already own a Dream Hammock Darien (1.2 MTN fabric) that is 11’ by 60” wide. It’s really comfortable, although I sometimes experience calf ridge. Now I’m thinking of ordering a new 11’ Wingspan model in 1.0 oz or 1.5 oz monolite. Would there be any advantage to going wider than 60”? Also, if I go wider, could I potentially have problems with not getting my underquilt to fit properly? (I have a standard length Hammock Gear Incubator).

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    Dutch did a short video with his opinions on this subject.

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    I am 6’ and 200 lbs. I have a Warbonnet XLC and a 67” wide Dream Hammock Sparrow. I and comfortable in both but feel like the sparrow has to much extra fabric. I really think 64” would be just about right for me. Both hammocks are 11’ Hammocks. Hope that helps. I don’t have problems fitting my under quilt to my wide sparrow. I hope that helps

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zach L View Post
    I am 6’ and 200 lbs. I have a Warbonnet XLC and a 67” wide Dream Hammock Sparrow. I and comfortable in both but feel like the sparrow has to much extra fabric. I really think 64” would be just about right for me. Both hammocks are 11’ Hammocks. Hope that helps. I don’t have problems fitting my under quilt to my wide sparrow. I hope that helps
    I am 5'11" and I also think 64" width is optimum.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Countrybois View Post
    I am 5'11" and I also think 64" width is optimum.



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    62" for me, same height. Tried 64", to wide for my taste

    Cliffy what are your dimensions?

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    I’m 5’ 10”, so I’m thinking somewhere between 62” and 64” would probably be the sweet spot for me.

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