The 1.75 zing-it and tarp flyz setup I used on my BMJ tarp worked great, but it's really tight and I'm worried about damaging the same tree after repeated use. Do you see any issues with putting a loop of 1" webbing around the tree (slightly larger than diameter of tree) then just running the zing-it thru that? Better, easy options?
I'm interested in responses to this. I was thinking of converting my zing-it to 3/4 inch webbing with a buckle on my tarp. I also thought about a marlin spike hitch on webbing with a fixed eye spliced on the zing it and then to the tarp with my figure 9's or soon the new dutch devices. I am going to play with this during the new season. I really draw mine up tight and zing-it I think has potential to damage trees.
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I can see where using it in the same spot on the Same tree could cause issues in the long term... though I bet the damage would be cosmetic given the tree could heal between hangings.
If you are worried about it, why not make a tree strap? I would bet 7/8" grosgrain would be strong enough and very light.
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you could use tree wrap on that spot! http://www.amazon.com/Jobes-5230P-Tr...ef=pd_sim_lg_1 there are many kinds.
or this http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/39...lth_tapes.html
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Just put some trail sticks under the line to keep the pressure off the tree. I don't do this as routine but have seen it done. It works well.
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Nice and easy, I like it!Originally Posted by HamMike
I fully agree with John's solution if you want a tree strap for your tarp. Probably even 1/2" wide grossgain would do the trick.
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I do have some grosgrain laying around, I'll give that a shot too.
Perhaps stringing the Zing-it thru a length of surgical tubing would be a solution? The tubing would act as a cushion, thus preventing the line from digging in and causing damage. Just a thought?
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I used to think I needed to cinch the ridgeline tight and straight between trees and this does indeed cause a sawing action on the tree. However, I now prefer set the tie-out points as high on the tree as possible, then let the ridgeline sag to it's lowest point that I might possibly need it. Then I raise or lower the tarp to my desired height with the prussiks without changing the tie-out points. There's no tension to speak of. The tension is gained when the guy lines are tightened. This can eliminate all of the sawing action and most of the scuffing of the bark plus give you the flexibility to change the height of your tarp quickly if the weather changes.
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