Hammocks designed for a heavy loadLet's face it not everyone is petite and fits into a size one.There are a lot of folks that are over six feet tall and have different requirements when it comes to clothing and other needs.Just because you are bigger than others there is no reason why you can't get the relaxation from owning your own hammock. The hammock needs to be able to provide relaxing support for a taller person and be able to handle the extra weight without failing.The importance of the hammock support structureWhen you are looking for an over sized hammock it is not just the weight capacity of the hammock itself but you also must be aware of the capacity of the structure that will be supporting the hammock.Whether that is a post on your patio or if you need to invest in a hammock stand, not all hammock stands are created equal so their weight capacities will vary.If you are lucky enough to have two trees spaced far enough apart that is great but you still have to be aware, are you securing your suspension system around the trunk or a branch.If you are using a branch make sure it will support the weight of the person or persons using the hammock.When it comes to a hammock stand just because the stand is made of steel it will still have a limited capacity so make sure it matches your needs.The family size or giant hammockGenerally an over sized or family size hammocks will handle all the necessary requirements without a problem. The most important element is being aware of the weight capabilities of the hammock and support system whether that is a rope suspension device or a stand.Family sized units can easily handle four hundred pounds or more and will be able to accommodate a very tall person with ease. When you are deciding which design to go with here are some tips below that may help you decide.The important elements to look for in a hammock for heavy people:A high quality swing will feature a large number of suspension cords which will help distribute the weight properly so it can be a completely relaxing experience.Total laying area, even though the hammock itself is long enough in overall length the actual laying surface area is what matters.The weight capacity of all the components which include ropes, stands etc.The design features and material used which can determine reliability and longevity.Finally with all the different colors and design patterns there is no reason not to be able to have a soft comfortable experience in your own backyard or patio!One other consideration, you could invest in a hammock that has the weight capacity of 500 pounds but if you are not making sure your support is secure you will have a problem.Make sure your support is solid and the hardware you are using will support the weight capacity of the users.How to get into a hammockBelieve it or not there are a lot of people that are afraid of looking silly when they want to get into a hammock.I know this first hand because when I invite friends to use my hammock I will often hear "oh heck no I will break my neck" that is code for I don't want to look silly.Getting in a hammock or out is real easy you just need to understand how, in fact there is an entire article on how easy it is.You can learn how to get into hammock plus there is a video for those that prefer a visual aid.
