Red...I'm finding it hard to believe this method feels different than a more traditional setup...:confused:...however it does let you insert or remove the MSB at will...
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The difference between this and the trad. is that the srl pulls on the apex of the suspension arc, and also doesn't cause the hammock to bunch in the middle. It still does bunch in the middle but not because of the srl. Part of my problem is I don't have proper testing facilities, I need a turtledog stand or something so my hang is identical everytime. I don't have trees in my yard so I can't always do an overnight test. I do think its better than trad. endchannel and comparable to MSB.
Calf ridge isn't really back. Its one of those things where you're straining so hard to feel the difference, you're not sure if there is one. Still requires more testing.
I think all these techniques are accomplishing the same thing in different ways. That is, they create a bit of slack in the center of the hammock, making the centerline longer than the edges.
To add another technique toward that same objective, I cut only the foot end on a parabolic arc with a 3" belly such that the centerline is 3" longer than the edges. Then, I finish with a Warbonnet "whipping." (Which I find easiest to sew.) The ridge goes away!
I'm really interested to see if this works the same for anyone else. seems like a simplified way to get some of the same effects as the MSB. might be willing to try myself.
I really need to get another hammock so I don't feel the need to test things on my "main" hammock
What is the lightest material we have found for the MSB?
Here is my experiment.
1" PVC inside the channels of a 10 foot, 60" wide DIY hammock.
There was still a bit of slippage, but minimal, after I looped the strap through the PVC again.
My 6'3" son, Brett, and our dog said it was comfortable - maybe a bit more roomy feeling with the spreader bars.
Marti
Is there a considerable difference of tension on the hem of the hammocks channel with the spreader compared to classic gathered?
Should I run more lines through the hem?