how long is suspension webbing good for?

Hey guys, with webbing such as speer straps, do they get weaker with age? are 6 year old straps still good? Just wondering..............

I had one tear last summer (not Speer). I suspect it was due to buckles and/or improper alignment in the buckles. Upon inspection, the other strap had some significant wear along the edges, also. This probably could have been avoided with routine inspection. I have since replaced the buckles with rings. I think it is not necessarily a function of time, but wear.

I would think regular inspection for wear, plus any visible UV degredation externally would be about all you would need.

I believe the "shelf life" of the synthetic base material would be far greater than the "wear life"

My 2c

Oh, you'll know when they go bad. :)

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how long is suspension webbing good for?

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Mine are good for about 8 feet! :)

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Oh, you'll know when they go bad.

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Ya, when your laying on your backside!

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Originally Posted by Roadrunnr72

Mine are good for about 8 feet! :)

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:lol::lol:

Like Browny mentioned, just look for physical wear and UV damage. Beyond that you shouldn't have any issues.

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Originally Posted by Browny

I would think regular inspection for wear, plus any visible UV degredation externally would be about all you would need.

I believe the "shelf life" of the synthetic base material would be far greater than the "wear life"

My 2c

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Agreed! Regular inspection is something that we all should do.