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    Figure 9's

    I was wondering if you could use figure 9's to attach a ridgeline, and where can I purchase some.

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    They typically aren't used to 'attach' a ridgeline, but rather to tension a ridgeline.

    They are sold in Home Depot stores in some regions, or online.
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    Quote Originally Posted by tsquared View Post
    I was wondering if you could use figure 9's to attach a ridgeline, and where can I purchase some.
    I use the figure 9 carabiners clipped to the ridgeline attachment rings on my tarp and it seems to work pretty good. I got mine at REI. http://www.rei.com/product/765515 I use the standard figure 9's for the tie-outs.http://www.rei.com/product/765518

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    Both of the Home Depot's near me has quit carrying the Figure 9's completely. They are down-sizing their offerings alot. I have noticed it in various departments thru-out the store.
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    i ordered mine online i cant remember where but i do know that dicks sporting goods carries them in the camping section. also harbor freight.

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    I see that Jacks R Better is now carrying them. May as well keep it in the family!

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    I got some at ****'s sporting goods. However, I think they were going to stop buying them because I get a set of four on clearence for 2 bucks.

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    Can Figure 9's handle the load of a structural ridgeline? Seems iffy to me.
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    I've also been considering picking up several of these, however I'm not sold yet on them being more reliable than a taut-line hitch. Anyone ever have any problems with the figure 9's slipping or even breaking under harsh conditions?

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