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"  TREES A trunk-to-trunk distance of 13 to 16 feet is ideal. Distances of 16 to 25 feet can be spanned with straps. If the span is too small, a two-poled mounting stand is a must. &amp;quot;Traditionally people want trees,&amp;quot; Lintner says, &amp;quot;but the stand at least ensures a proper fit.&amp;quot; HARDWARE A popular fastening option is a pair of removable tree straps, which have a loop of fabric at one end and a metal ring at the other. Wrap the fabric around the tree, pass the ring end through the loop, and align the strap ring with the ring on the hammock end. Connect the two rings with an S-hook rated for lifting. Adjust the straps for the proper height, then mark their location on the trees for easy setup.  Another popular (and cheaper) method is to drive a coarse-threaded forged 4-inch eyebolt into the tree trunk. Drill a 1/8- or 3/16-inch pilot hole, and use a carabiner rated for lifting to connect the hammock. Make sure the tree doesn&amp;#039;t engulf the bolt. HAMMOCK Lintner recommends a hammock with a 55-inch spreader bar for an optimal combination of comfort, stability and roominess. Styles without bars, known as Mayan or Brazilian types, create a cocoon effect that&amp;#039;s awkward when sharing the hammock with a plate of barbecue. Solid, cushioned hammocks have padding, but they don&amp;#039;t breathe well. For hot weather, choose a type woven with DuraCord, which resists mildew and UV fading. Avoid cotton, nylon and unvarnished spreader bars. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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