Why do you use one suspension system over another?

**dirtwheels** · 02-26-2014, 16:49

I've been considering using Dutch buckles with the dogbones used to whip a gathered end hammock.

Originally Posted by Nodust

I've also used just tree straps and put my continuous loops directly on the MSH. The trees were close together. Worked great. With long enough tree straps I could ditch the whoopies altogether.

I may just try it one time.

**Rune** · 02-26-2014, 17:32

Whoopie slings with a marlin spike hitch on the straps because I will never forget how to set that up thanks to Shug, and it just works for me...

On the knot, not on the toggle....iiiin slooooooooooow moooooootioooon...lol

All secure in sector 2305913025910495145109450 - B

**Gary_R** · 02-26-2014, 17:35

For me the weight saving between Webbing and Whoopies is pretty small.
I stick with the webbing for several reasons.

1. I can hang a tighter span easier
2. I just feel more comfortable with the 1 inch webbing than a 1/8 cording
3. I carry long tree straps living in the PNW anyway..
4 Webbing is just simple and i'm lazy

**MacCherokee** · 02-26-2014, 18:20

I have used atlas straps. They are very easy to use. They require a carabiner, or some other means of attaching them to the hammock. They are heavy compared to whoopies.

**Ticklebelly** · 02-26-2014, 20:02

Originally Posted by Dank Lemons

...... why you use the set up that you do.

My first hammock was a HH asym and I just use that kind of suspension all the time now. Quick and simple and no metal or toggles or other stuff to complicate things.

TB

**Gadgetgeek** · 03-03-2014, 05:59

I use the stock HH setup, with the addition of a spare length of 1 inch webbing for extension (or wrapping really big trees) and a couple biners and a ring. Mostly because its what I have, and it gives me lots of options for a good hang while I'm learning. Right now I'm leaning towards adopting a strap and buckle system as I don't have any of the "cold weather" concerns of some, and it seems to give a greater range of adaptability. Although, I don't know when the next time I'll hang from a 8 foot diameter tree...

**oldbiker** · 03-03-2014, 07:26

My first hammock was a HH so I learned the method of tying. Then I bought whoopies to see how they were made. Started making my own.

Got strapping & cinch buckles from Dutch & made strap system. Now I have a straps system on my Appalation DL, straps on wife's SBP, whoopies on my HH ED, stock with large figure 9 on the grandsons Expedition 2.5 & Scout, whoopie s on 3 SBULs & 1 Equip, stock on another Equip that's permanently hung in a bedroom for the Grandboys.

Tried descending rings but took them off when I forgot to tie the the safety knot on one end & it dropped me. As you can see I like them all. Like to fiddle with them and try to diy everything I can.

No special reason for any one particular system other than I'm an old man who enjoys playing with his toys.

**captaincoupal** · 03-03-2014, 14:43

I like the HH method for my HH, and it works, is light, and simple. On my other hammocks I use marlinspike with either whoopies or simple loops.

**paddlemule** · 03-03-2014, 17:10

Lets not forget the single ring suspension. I can get more adjustability with this setup and less line needed. only .2 ozs heavier than whoopies.

Mule

**dammfast** · 03-03-2014, 20:01

I had whoopies on the first camping hammock if bought off of a member. I liked them and never had any troubles with them. I bought a wbbb and it had buckles. I had planned on taking off the straps and putting whoopies on the wbbb but after I tried it with the straps I liked them better it was just quicker and easier. I have had the wbbb about a year now and have no plans on using the whoopies.