what cordage do you use guys?

**heescha** · 05-06-2008, 10:18

ok, what cords is he using here?

where do i get that stuff!?!?!

**headchange4u** · 05-06-2008, 10:26

The link you provided is not showing up for me but you can check out these threads for some good discussion on types of line:

http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/s...ead.php?t=3944
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/s...ead.php?t=3459
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/s...ead.php?t=3117

**angrysparrow** · 05-06-2008, 10:26

Originally Posted by heescha

ok, what cords is he using here?

where do i get that stuff!?!?!

First, your link is broken. That's okay, though, because I can infer from the link text that you mean this page. If you read the materials section there, it is clear that he used Air Core Plus from here. I would recommend you looking at APS for cording. Their Spyderline in it's various diameters is popular here, as is Amsteel.

**heescha** · 05-06-2008, 10:54

thanks guys! i also need to know what size you guys use for ridgeline?

**Hooch** · 05-06-2008, 11:07

Originally Posted by heescha

thanks guys! i also need to know what size you guys use for ridgeline?

3 mm should be sufficient for most quality cordage.

**Narwhalin** · 05-06-2008, 11:16

I went to the local sailing shop and found a few different varieties of low diameter, high strength line. Mine is this: http://www.englishbraids.com/products/indexm.html (The "dynamic line" second from the top) I believe I use the 3mm, but I cannot remember...

Total weight for my support line and ridgeline is ~2 oz. I use the same line for both support and ridgeline, although for a ridgeline my rope is overkill. You only need about 200-300 pounds strength for the ridgeline whilst the supports need to hold around 600 pounds.

**headchange4u** · 05-06-2008, 11:17

I use the Amsteel 12 7/64" for my ridge lines.

**slowhike** · 05-06-2008, 19:55

that was a great find when some you found much less expensive sources for some (if not all) of the cords they sell on BPL.com.

at some point i'll want to look that thread up again were someone took close up shots of a grey/silver cord that appears to be the exact same cord that i bought from BPL.com as their heaviest bear bag line.

i paid about $30.00 for a 50' line there.

**Incacamper** · 05-09-2008, 07:31

Originally Posted by Narwhalin

I went to the local sailing shop and found a few different varieties of low diameter, high strength line. Mine is this: http://www.englishbraids.com/products/indexm.html (The "dynamic line" second from the top) I believe I use the 3mm, but I cannot remember...

Total weight for my support line and ridgeline is ~2 oz. I use the same line for both support and ridgeline, although for a ridgeline my rope is overkill. You only need about 200-300 pounds strength for the ridgeline whilst the supports need to hold around 600 pounds.

Really? From previous reading I thought that the ridgeline had to be as strong as the suspension. If this is not the case, then I can run down to REI and get some 3mm rope there that will work just fine as a ridgeline, and not have to pay for shipping.

Only $9.00 for 50 ft. and it has a strength of 400 lbs. Would that be ok?

http://www.rei.com/product/729594

**Oh-No** · 05-09-2008, 08:23

Originally Posted by Incacamper

Really? From previous reading I thought that the ridgeline had to be as strong as the suspension.
Only $9.00 for 50 ft. and it has a strength of 400 lbs. Would that be ok?

http://www.rei.com/product/729594

Yes, provided your suspension lines have enough sag. (approaching 30 degrees is generally recommended) As your suspension lines approach 0 degrees sag (from horizontal) the forces on the ridge line (and suspension lines) increase rapidly and you could break lines.
Is that 400lb "strength" the breaking strength or the working load? Remember knots reduce strength as does wear & tear over time.