What does one give up if they purchase this size stand versus one that is 12 feet or longer?
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You are giving up versatility for the space the stand takes up. Actually, longer stands offer more flexibility when hanging your hammock. This particular stand was just a little to short for my hammock, and I had to hang fabric over one of the hanging forks to prevent the hammock from hitting the ground bar.
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Comfort. A larger size allows for less drooping in the hammock once it's hanging. The smaller size is less comfortable with two people.
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I have a smaller deck so needed the smaller size, but the stand is sturdy. I don't think you will be giving anything up. Good bargain...
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You really don't give up much my mother has a 15 foot stand and I haven't noticed a big difference. I like this stand because you can adjust the hammock to how you want it and as the hammock streches. Hope this helps
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I don't feel like I gave up a thing....My desk is small 11x11 and I wanted room for seating and a grill too (I always want it all!!). I bought a string hammock without a frame to save space, and it has been great for reading, tanning, and as a porch swing. I usually use it alone, but both my significant other and I are pretty medium sized people and we've been on it together with no catastrophes. This is my first season with it, but I love it and consider it the best purchase I've made in terms of hours of enjoyment for the dollar (my definition of value!)
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This items has (3) smooth rubber feet on each end and the piece stands ~9". The rubber feet add ~1/4" at each end, so total standing height would be ~9.5" overall. It is definitely NOT 12", if height to fit a particular setting is a factor. Hope this helps!
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No. I wouldn't buy a cheap stand either, the setup will be pretty top heavy.
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I think zama has it about right. Maybe a little longer than 48". Great stand for the price, once you get it together. Still using mine...
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I don't believe so, but the stand is much more useful than you may think. My guess is the price difference would be negligible.
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Look up the answer in the manual for the stand, if unsure, call them. Their info is online.
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The top of the stand is approximatly 65" so it should work fine and the weight should be no problem Hope you enjoy.Very happy with the purchase here.
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....one I bought is 12.5" sq; maybe it's a different design. Consider contacting the seller before buying....
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In my opinion, you would need about 14 ft. from end to end. I had a 12 foot wooden stand and it was too large.
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Don't know what the size was you used. This one is definitely large enough to stand on comfortably. Hope this helps.
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Nope! I just got it out and set it up on my counter (which has 12" granite tiles on it) The narrowest the legs on the stand will allow is just over 13" There is no way you can get all 3 "feet" of the stand on a 12" table. Sorry! It's a beautiful piece, though...
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I'd have them send another stand honestly. No need to try to replace something you paid for already. The original stand has worked great for me.
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go here.....http://www.amazon.com/review/R20BA6TZ0F2SX/ref=cm_cr_rdp_permI bought the stand mentioned and it works great.
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any stand will do, just dont get the crapy ones, a nice 20-30 dollar stand will do nicely
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You'll wanna take it of the original stand because it is JUNK. I'd be surprised if the people that designed this could conform to any sort of standard. It has a setup to wall-mount but that'll probably fall apart too!
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Larry,I haven't got a clue, but excellent question. I guess if I had to take a stab at the answer, I'd say that more people buy the 6 inch version than the 12 inch version. In other words, they can gouge the hell out of us by charging more for the most popular item. I own them both and they are identical except for the length. I remember thinking the same thing when I purchased mine.
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No the stand is seperate make sure the stand is the right size One size does not fit all found this out the hard way I needed a 15ft stand good luck