I made a hammock following Ed Speer's directions from his book "Hammock Camping". Used 1.9 oz breathable ripstop for the hammock bottom and polypropylene webbing straps for attachment. This is a very easy sewing project. I made it to fit my husband (he's 6'1""). Weighs about 18 oz without bug netting or tarp. I wanted him to sleep in it last night, but he didn't, so I did. Compared to the Crazy Crib hammock I have, the Speer is more comfortable in that you can more easily assume a diagonal position and get flat. Perhaps this is due to the greater width (about 55 inches). Also, the hammock sides do not wrap around you as tightly as in the Crazy Crib. I give the Speer Hammock two dancing bananas. :banana :banana I really like having no bug netting except when needed, as I enjoy breeze across my face and unimpeeded views of my surroundings.