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    does hammock design affect weight rating of fabric?

    Heres my question, I weigh around 230 lbs. I know a gathered end hammock made out of 1.9 ripstop will hold me (done it before) So, if I make a bridge hammock out of 1.9 ripstop, is the same true? Or, does the design of the hammock factor into the weight rating of the fabric?
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    You should be good. I made a DIY 1.0 double ripstopthat holds my 280"
    I am still 18 but with 52 years of experience !

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