Questions concerning choice of size!

[1-Hung-Low]

I don’t know which model you’re looking at but at 5’9” the “L” would work but I would suggest the XL would be more comfortable.
Their web site says Large for up to 6’ but that's that only 10’ long. I’m 5’10” and am more comfortable in an 11’ hammock.
As far as a tarp goes, if you’re set on an HH brand, go with their Hex. Their tarps are heavy at 70D. I would suggest looking around at other venders for a tarp, Dutchwaregear, Hammock Gear, Warbonnet etc.
Check these numbers from HH. https://hennessyhammock.com/pages/ha...parison-charts

[Merback]

Im looking at the 4 season expedition / explorer. I like the idea of integrated isolation between the layers, and perhaps i will add an underquilt of some sort if i find myself freezing later on.
Thanks for the input, i will consider the XL again since we are about the same lenght!
Right, i will have a look at the other tarps right away, im open for any solution!

Thanks!

[sidneyhornblower]

I don’t know which model you’re looking at but at 5’9” the “L” would work but I would suggest the XL would be more comfortable.
Their web site says Large for up to 6’ but that's that only 10’ long. I’m 5’10” and am more comfortable in an 11’ hammock.
As far as a tarp goes, if you’re set on an HH brand, go with their Hex. Their tarps are heavy at 70D.

I'll double down on the above advice. Definitely get the longer hammock. I'm 69 inches tall and find the regular Expedition somewhat cramped. The Explorer would have been better. The Hennessey Hex in 70D is a fine tarp. Mine has lasted six years so far, but it is heavier than offerings from other vendors. On the other hand, it's priced very competitively.