Originally Posted by
fallkniven
I guess it depends on diff factors. Granted I wouldn't use paracord on my main hammock setup. But for my Grand Trunk UL, I've actually had luck. On my GT that I'll bring around to throw up quickly and lounge around, I actually use only paracord. To attach to tree, I use a 'true' piece of paracord, doubled over, with a series of sqaure knots every inch or so. I'll wrap the cord around the tree and through itself, and hook the hammock on the knot that fits best. On first use it a little stretch, but has been flawless since. Maybe the doubled line and knots help. But it does soak up water when rains, and there are plenty of better materials out there. Just food for thought. On my JRB setup, I do use a real suspension consisting of some new black amsteel and webbing straps. I asked the same Q so I tried it. Pre stretch it, it will work and be strong enough, but there are better choices.