Banyan Bridge Complete
$179.00
Introducing the Banyan Bridge Hammock! Created from the influence of our very own Chameleon Hammock. The Banyan is a modular bridge hammock that adapts as you hike through the seasons. It can be netless, netted, or have a top cover. We incorporated two ridgelines which gives you a spacious feel on the inside as well as insuring you have a consistent hang every time.
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Weight Limit: 250lbs
Maximum Height: 6’3″
Description
Introducing the Banyan Bridge Hammock! Created from the influence of our very own Chameleon Hammock, the Banyan is a modular bridge hammock that adapts as you hike through the seasons. It can be set up netless, netted, or with a vented or moonlight top cover. We have incorporated two ridgelines for a spacious feel on the inside with a consistent hang every time.
Specifications:
- Weight Limit – 250lbs
- Maximum Height – 6’3″
- Dimensions – 80″L, 38″W (head end), 28″W (foot end)
- Fabric – Hexon 1.6, Spring/Summer 2022: with BIONIC-FINISH® ECO – an environmentally friendly, non-halogenated, APEO-free, fluorine-free water repellency formulation.
- Included with hammock body: 2 – 117″ ridgelines (including dog bones), Ti Bridge Bones, 4 – Bridge hammock ends, double ended stuff sack, head and foot end poles. Pole tips are about 5.2-5.3mm in diameter.
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Banyan Bridge Hammock
Created from the influence of the our very own Chameleon hammock. The Banyan is a modular bridge hammock that will adapt as you hike through the seasons. It can be a netless, netted, or have a top cover. We incorporated two ridgelines to give you a spacious feel on the inside and making sure you have a consistent hang every time.
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Banyan Bridge Body:
We started off by making the body out of our very own Hexon 1.6 fabric. It has a great strength to weight ratio and is offered in a variety of colors and printed designs. We incorporated our patented two-way separating zippers that will give you the flexibility to not only change out your top covers, but to enter and exit from either side of your hammock. Also included are the internal and external D-Rings for attaching additional storage items.
Banyan Bridge Tops:
The Banyan has three different top options. Going topless is the first option which creates your netless bridge hammock. This is perfect if you want to save weight or take it easy just lounging around. Our next option is the Nano-no-seeum bug net which keeps you protected from the smallest of biting insects. Lastly we have the Banyan top cover which is meant to be used for chilly nights as it helps to keep heat in, while allowing condensation to vent out. All Banyan top options zipper into the Banyan’s zipper track.
Hardware:
Our strong, lightweight titanium Bridge Bones were designed specifically for the Banyan Bridge hammock. Spliced onto the dog bones, their function is to hold both ridgelines in place. All four corners of the bridge hammock have Bridge Hammock Ends, which are now Titanium! These are a multi-purpose piece of hardware that connect to the hammock, hold the spreader bars, attach the dog bones, and keep your under quilt in place.
Ridgeline and Dog Bones:
Both are uniquely designed for our Banyan Bridge hammock. The ridgelines are made out of 1.75mm gray Lash-It!® with a 1″ fixed eye on either end. New for 2022: The Dual ridgelines are now spliced onto the suspension triangles. The bridge bones don’t directly contact the Amsteel triangle, which reduces wear from metal to rope abrasion. The ridgelines are removable so you can switch out tops and accessories. Having both ridgelines incorporated in your bridge hammock gives you ample interior space as well as providing a consist hang every time.
New for 2022: The suspension triangle is made of one piece of 7/64 Amsteel with 3 locked brummel loops. These dog bones are completely removable and can be replaced down the road if needed. Bridge bones are integrated as a secure way to keep your ridgelines in place.
Accessories:
All accessories clip onto the hammock body’s D-rings. Accessories include a Head Organizer, Foot Pocket, Ridgeline Shelf, and a Ridgeline Shelf Organizer; all of which are made specifically for the Banyan Bridge. The Chameleon storage pocket and bottle holder are universal to both hammocks.
How to Setup Your Banyan Bridge Hammock:
Additional information
| Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 in |
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| SKU | DUT400 |
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Kevin Munson (verified owner) –
Do you have any plans to create some kind of a bumper /cover situation to cover the ends of the spreader bars so that they don’t poke a hole in DCF tarps? I realize there are other commercially available solutions, but would be nice to get something from Dutchware Gear.
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Dave Gantz –
We do! It is a work in progress.
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Jill Heade –
I’m curious. Hexon 1.6 is rated to 350 lb…but the weight limit on the Banyan is 250. What is the limiting factor in this instance? The hardware? I’m well above 250 so I’d never be able to use it, sadly, but I’d like to know where the weakness lies. Thanks!
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Dave Denny –
Thank you for everything you do and I appreciate the challenges faced with keeping up on orders with all the CVD-19 restrictions. That said, is there an estimated date/timeframe for when this will be available for order again? Is there a wait list? Thanks for all you do and your awesome gear!
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Brady McClure –
When is it going to be back in stock?
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Ron Walker –
Will the new cloud 71 fabric be an option for the body of the banyan?
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kelinson –
I have a chameleon hammock now but am interested in the bridge hammock, but I see the advertised weight limit of the banyan setup is 250lbs. Is that limit conservative? I am currently around 275lbs.
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Cameron Youngstrom –
I’ve been looking at the Banyon for a while now but it keeps coming up as out of stock. Any idea on when you will have this back as an option?
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Dave Gantz –
Right now, we’re hoping to have these back in stock March or April 2021.
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brannancarrie (verified owner) –
Any recommendations for a compatible underquilt for the banyon? I was considering the Hammock Gear Incubator, but I am open to suggestions.
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cath_jonsson –
Is it possible to fit a pad with the dimensions 198x65x9 cm (78×25,6×3,5 inch) in the Banyan Bridge?
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Dave Gantz –
It will be a tight fit, but this should work.
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billco56 –
Is there a way to put in a pre order for the Banyan given the unknown wait time for availability?
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Dave Gantz –
No, we don’t offer this option. You can subscribe to receive an email when these are back in stock.
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jstevensen (verified owner) –
I’ve been eager to get a banyan hammock for some time now. Very happy to see the improvements in the 2022 version, including the much lighter spreader bars! The spreader bars now weigh a total of 182 g (6.4 oz). I like the hooks for connecting my underquilt. Very easy!
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Scott Parker –
Will a chameleon sidecar accessory zip onto the side and work on the Banyan Hammock as well??
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Carolyn –
It will not as they are different size zippers
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Chris Watson –
Does the 2nd layer increase the weight limit any? Thanks!
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Dave Gantz –
It does not.
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Kevin Bosin –
Will any under quilt work with the Banyan? Or does it have to be specified for a bridge hammock?
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Dave Gantz –
You should be able to adjust most underquilts to work, but they may not be perfect.
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karlmayle (verified owner) –
The Banyan was amazingly comfortable while sleeping on the beach in the Florida Keys in August. 90deg overnight. Didn’t see or feel any no-se-ems with the bug net. The ridge line shelf organization was really neat and very useful.
The xenon hex 11 ft rain fly I purchased is awesome to, especially for the unannounced 30sec to 30min downpours in the Keys in the middle of the night. I really enjoyed the 2pc rain fly sleeve, very handy and a lot of compliments on the product usage.
The stingers and ringworm are soo cool and quick to use, the engineering is very well done. Almost want to keep moving the guy lines around from tree to tree/stake just because it is so fast.
We had a group of 16 of which 11 had hammocks and there will be several other banyan owners soon.
I did not plan well and ordered the banyan and a lot of accessories with only enough time for the crew at Dutchware to kick butt at making several pieces of excellent quality gear in time for my high adventure trip. I can’t wait to use this again in a few weeks.
Dutch, you have a great team and a thankful customer.
Karl
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Frederick Streich Jr –
I’m curious to know the approx length from spreader bar to spreader bar?
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Admin –
Hello. When measuring it laid out on the table, it is 6-feet 10-inches. There will likely be a difference in that measurement when it’s hung up with someone in it. – Gwendolyn
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kevin lintner (verified owner) –
Over the past 5 years I have tried to pick up hammocking as my primary sleep system. I have tried ENO, Grand Trunk, and even Warbonnet Blackbird gathered end hammocks. The reality for me was I could take a mid-afternoon nap in these and sleep very well, however when the sun goes down and I am hunting for a good nights rest… forget about it. I also have issues with tent sleeping even with the top of the line therma-rest pads. Apparently my body needs a consistent sleeping surface that is comfortable every time in order to get a good nights rest (rocks, roots, sticks, un-level ground, ground moisture, etc).
After a weekend out (2 nights) I can say the Banyan delivered exactly what I need in a sleep system. I have never achieved a good nights sleep while in the backcountry, however on this trip I got a better nights sleep than I typically get at home!
Banyan is easy to setup/teardown, perfectly functional (with the storage loft), and provides comfort no other hammock can deliver! Under quilts fit more secure and provide more warmth than in typical hammocks, no constant adjusting. The moonlight top cover provides measurable extra warmth (might be overkill for summer), but honestly with this cover the Banyan feels like a comfy single person tent when inside.
My only issue/complaint is that after only a weekend of use, the stuff sack stitching is starting to come loose around the cinch openings. One or two additional trips and I will need to have this replaced.
If you have always wanted to go the hammock route but have avoided due to comfort, the Banyan is the only way to go! You will not regret this gear investment!
This hammock is now the envy of my group!!
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Customer Service –
So glad you found a hammock that works well for you. Congratulations, a wonderful feeling! Be on the lookout for a stuff sack in your mailbox. – Gwendolyn
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William Hood –
Add me to the list hoping to see a Banyan with a little more room and a higher weight rating.
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Customer Service –
Noted. Thank you for your feedback. Stay tuned.
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Anthony Key (verified owner) –
I don’t think I could be happier with the comfort, quality and ease of use than I am with the Banyan bridge hammock. I’m a side sleeper and most comfortable sleeping flat. I’ve tried gathered end hammocks and didn’t get near the quality of sleep that I get from the Banyan. I use the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm 25″ wide x 72″ long sleeping pad with a R 6.9 rating and have slept in the low twenties and never felt even the slightest bit cold. I’m able to comfortably use my 0 degree sleeping bag and with the Banyan moonlight top cover installed the inside temp never got below 43. I also tent camp with my wife so not having to buy extra gear is nice. And I have the option to setup on the ground if needed. All I needed is the ridge line shelf organizer to store everything I use. I use a headlamp that clips to the bill of my baseball cap and works great sitting in the loft. I also put a battery hand warmer, battery pack, phone, gloves and other things in the gear loft. The double ridge lines provide plenty of space while being small enough to provide extra warmth. Laying flat also lets me use my pee bottle that I clip on my ridge line so I don’t need to get out in the middle of the night. The 4 dollar collapsible bottle from Wal-Mart works perfect for this. It even comes with a carabiner. I like to fill my pad all the way up to get the most flat lay I can get and it also helps me get the most out of the 6.9 R value from the pad. The pad isn’t thick enough to make the Banyan noticeably more tippy. I’ve never felt unstable doing that and it’s as flat as my bed at home. I actually sleep better than on my high dollar mattress. The 12 foot bonded Xenon tarp with the pole mods for the Banyan works great and the hammock has never touched the tarp getting in or out. Even when I pitch the tarp extra low and tight. I don’t mind carrying the extra weight to get such a good consistent sleep no matter where I decide to camp. I’m 6 foot tall and 245 pounds and the 2 layer bottom keeps me extra flat. The tarp sleeve is more than worth the money and I’ll never be without it. Makes setup and take down quick and easy. I tied two elastic cords to the top cover foot end zippers to open and close with my feet. Works perfectly and makes it super easy to get in and out. I just tie the other end to my gear loft to keep it handy. I also sewed a couple straps to the bottom layer to keep the sleeping pad in place. I never have to worry about making sure the pad stays in place while getting into the hammock. The sides of the hammock is cut so that it makes it super easy to roll onto my side at night and provides a nice place to rest my knees. And it provides a place to grab while getting out or adjusting my position up and down the hammock. I highly recommend trying the hammock out if want a very comfortable and consistent night sleep and love to lay flat or side sleep. I actually miss sleeping in it while laying in my bed at home.
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Customer Service –
Anthony, thank you for sharing such a detailed experience of your love for this hammock and the comfort it provides you. Happy we were able to provide you with such good sleep! I also miss my hammock when I am sleeping in my bed!
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legendjjj (verified owner) –
I want to upgrade my Banyan spread bars to carbon fibre ? I have a supplier lined up just need the spec. sizes & diameter of your standard spread bars ? Thanks heaps, Jack from Australia.
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Jacob Pewitt Yancey –
What’s the minimum distance between trees to hang this hammock?
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Carolyn –
14′ if you are using the beetle buckle suspension
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gavainm –
How well does the Banyan suspension work with whoopie slings? I have Dutch whoopie slings with whoopie hooks for my Chaemeleon, and love that suspension. I rather just keep using it for my new Banyan Bridge if that works (if not, I also still have my Beetle Buckle suspension).
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Jason Beckman –
Are there any plans to expand this to different materials and/or lengths to accommodate taller and heavier individuals? As it stands I would love to try this hammock, but find myself at the very top of both the height and weight ratings which is not usually a comfortable place to be.
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Carolyn –
At this time we will not be changing the bridge hammock specifications.
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gavainm –
What size tarp works with the Banyan Bridge hammock? Is an 11′ tarp long enough to close the doors on the ends?
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gavainm –
Is it possible to have an alternate color tag on one end of the hammock/bug net/winter cover? For us colorblind folks, red/green is a challenging distinction to make. Is the tag a normal green color, or the green of Amsteel (which looks grey to me)?
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peter.hove –
Will the Warbonnet Lynx full-length quilt fit the Banyan?
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Carolyn –
I would go by the length of the lynx compared to the length of the Banyan and if those are ok together you should be fine.
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Robert Fish –
What pieces of hardware are included if I order the beetle buckle suspension with this?
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Carolyn –
The beetle buckle suspension will come with 15′ straps and the beetle buckle hardware.
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gavainm –
Will d-ring attachments for the Chameleon, like the mesh storage pocket, fit the Banyan?
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Alex Thomas –
Yes, the storage pocket and bottle holder would work just fine.
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James Benard –
Have you tried it with an inflatable pad instead of a quilt? It certainly should work better than a gathered end hammock. Are there any plans to provide a double layer setup? Thanks!
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Carolyn –
We have not tried the Banyan with an inflatable pad. At this time there are no plans to make a double layer.
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Charles B Amos –
Any currently available under quilts that will fit the Banyon?
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Alex Thomas –
Most quilts should work just fine with some minor adjustments. Take a look at Spiguyver Backpacking’s video where he uses a standard quilt on his Banyan. https://youtu.be/brrQmr4JQpk?t=567
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Marshall Moore –
Which angle do you recommend for the suspension…. the “standard” 30° or flatter like the Ridgerunners 20° ?
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Alex Thomas –
It is probably about 25*. What’s nice with the Banyan is you can use the ridgelines as a guide to your hang angle just like you do with a gathered end hammock.
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tonyhoelscher1 –
What size tarp do you recommend using with this bridge hammock?
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Carolyn –
I would recommend at least an 11′ tarp.
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brannancarrie –
What is the width at the narrowest point of this hammock? I see the dimensions for the width at the head and foot, but what about the middle where it looks narrower?
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Carolyn –
30″ at the most narrow point
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jpa.colliander –
Will this come in longer models? For people over 6”3?
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Carolyn –
We will not be able to modify the length of the hammock due to the fixed zipper length.
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pmikechapman –
What length underquilt do you recommend with this hammock? I am looking at either a 77 inch or 83 inch underquilt from UGQ. Thank you.
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Carolyn –
The hammock body itself is 80″ in length
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Karl Speers –
How much do the spreader bars weigh, and what are they made of? If not carbon fiber, will carbon fiber bars be available as an upgrade?
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Alex Thomas –
The poles are aluminum and weigh about 10 ounces. We do not have carbon fiber poles at this time.
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larrynunnn –
I would like to know if the spreader bars are counted into the weight of the hammock. If they are then what is the total weight of the hammock including the bug net?
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Carolyn –
Yes the poles are included and it will total 811 grams with the bugnet.
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Claire Darchicourt (verified owner) –
I recently bought a banyan bridge set after eyeing it for almost a year. Having spent six nights out with it, I’m loving it so far! It’s easily the flattest, most comfortable lay I’ve experienced so far, and so lightweight (comfort is definitely more important to me than weight, but my ounce-counting boyfriend uses a 4lb Haven hammock tent so I’m really getting a kick out of the difference there) Looking forward to dialing in this setup as the season continues, and I can’t wait to see how it does in cold weather. OK, on to specifics;
For context, I’m 5’6″, about 175lb. Now that I’ve used the hammock a few times, I totally get why the weight limit is only 250; if you’re using a bug net or top cover, the tension on the zippers when you sit on the side causes them to separate fast and far, which can be a little hard to fix once you tuck your legs in if they make it around the corners. So far, I’ve found it easier to stand alongside the hammock and step in like I would get into my sit-in kayak. I also found that with a traditional side entry I was getting caught on the ridgelines as I tried to lean back, which is also easier to avoid by stepping in sideways, but I can see it being more difficult for someone taller than me, since there’s not much headroom under the lines until you’re laying down. That said, once you’re in the ridgelines do create a very roomy canopy that keeps you from feeling cramped. Not a huge fan of the ridgeline organizer, since I haven’t been able to find a good balance between making it accessible and keeping it out of the way. I’m planning to try the head organizer instead since at my height I have plenty of head room to spare. I chose the two layer body to hold my sleeping pad, and while it does a great job of keeping the pad in place from side to side, I found that the pad tends to creep out the top or bottom end, so I’m also planning to add a few hook and loop closures.
I usually sleep on my sides, and I tend to roll around a lot overnight, so I was definitely concerned about stability. The banyan is much less tippy than I expected, and feels very stable once I’m in it. Still working out ideal hanging height, and the tippyness definitely increases with getting in and out as height increases, but on the one occasion I set up too low and found myself brushing the ground in the morning the fabric held up perfectly and I was never uncomfortable. This setup does need a wider minimum span than my old hennessy asym hammock, and I noticed that the setup is less stable at minimum tree distance than it is with longer suspension, which makes a big impact on site logistics if you camp in brushy areas or with other hammock sleepers.
Overall, super happy with the banyan setup so far. The only general downside I’ve found is that it’s not a hammock I can hang out in sitting up like I could in gathered-end setups, so a chair is more of an essential than a nice perk like before. In my opinion, the trade-off is worth it for such a well-designed and high quality product. Love this brand and I can’t wait to try more of their stuff!
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