XL Mexican hammock “Palmitas”

The XL “Palmitas” Mexican Hammock: The Mexican tradition

Chiapas is a state in southern Mexico located in the mountainous region of the country. It is home to many indigenous communities and great cultural wealth. Hammock making is an important tradition in this region, which has a positive impact on the local economy and the preservation of traditional knowledge.

The buckle protector: The Hamac del Sol difference

In order to best protect the rings that are often used during constant use, we systematically include buckle protectors to prevent wear. This is a big difference with all our competitors where the ring is not protected.

Additional income for families

Hammock making is an important additional source of income for small family communities in the Chiapas region. Local artisans work from home. The loom can be set up in the yard or inside in case of rain. This is work that can be done alone or with other craftsmen who live in the same neighborhood. This allows these men and women to combine their work with their other family responsibilities.

Making net hammocks

The labor time required to make a 100% nylon XL hammock can take 2 to 4 days. However, larger hammocks like our Queen Maya XXL can take up to a week or more. We receive our hammocks in May after a wait of 120 days, necessary due to the quantity we need. Mexicans are, on the whole, excellent craftsmen. Unlike in Yucatan where hammocks for tourists are increasingly common, in Chiapas in the south, where the Mayan community is most present, no hammocks intended for tourists are made. On the contrary, we find hammocks intended for purists.

A nylon hammock: The garden hammock

Nylon hammocks are by far a better choice than cotton hammocks .​​​​​​​​​​​​Nylon hammocks are much more durable and water resistant .​​​​​​​​​​​​​​They are also lighter and easier to clean .​​​​​​​​​​​They are more resistant to UV , bad weather and insects. Which means they do n't wear out as quickly as cotton hammocks .​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Perfect for outdoor use! To find out more about delivery: Our delivery options for ordering your hammock online.

The hammock to rest while hunting

Since its creation, the hammock has played a central role for the indigenous peoples of Central America, particularly as a hunting aid. As we know, this activity is an integral part of the survival strategies of these families. The hunt took place using two distinct methods: one called "going hunting", and the other called "going spying". Going to spy consisted of locating places where water had naturally accumulated after the rainy months. Near these sites, the hunter selected two trees, stretched out his hammock and sat there to wait for his prey. This made the wait much more bearable.