I've made a huge mistake

**Bushwhacker** · 03-25-2014, 10:33

I attached my whoopie hooks to the dogbones that are attached to the hammock rather than the UCRs. Now I need to either remove them every time I pack up or worry about tearing 1.1 ripstop nylon. Any better solutions?

**lmoseley7** · 03-25-2014, 10:39

Wrap them in tyvek envelopes and secure with rubber bands.

**f k** · 03-25-2014, 10:57

You can always undo the slices and redo. I tend to change my mind a few times before i am happy and i have not had any trouble undoing locked brummel splices.

**Bushwhacker** · 03-25-2014, 11:23

Originally Posted by f k

You can always undo the slices and redo. I tend to change my mind a few times before i am happy and i have not had any trouble undoing locked brummel splices.

Unfortunately I used Sgt. Rock's sewing method instead of locked brummels, and to be honest sewing is kind of a pain to undo or redo.

**f k** · 03-25-2014, 12:24

Originally Posted by Bushwhacker

Unfortunately I used Sgt. Rock's sewing method instead of locked brummels, and to be honest sewing is kind of a pain to undo or redo.

Well that is true... Though if it gives you some peace it may be worth it. lmoseley7's idea sounds good though. =)

**gmcttr** · 03-25-2014, 13:03

Just cut them off and make them the way you want. Otherwise it will always bug you.

Besides, splicing is fun.

**Jtupnsmoke** · 03-25-2014, 13:25

I've kept my Dutch bling attached to my super fly and have not noticed any wear issues on it. I asked the same thing though when I first got it. I think you'll be OK.

**Rat** · 03-25-2014, 15:23

Why are you worried about tearing the ripstop? I pack my tarps with all the hardware attached (tarp flyz, hooks, grip clips) and my hammocks are the same; I have never had any problem with tearing anything. But, if it is bugging you, cut them off and do it differently!

Methinks you worry too much!

**MAD777** · 03-25-2014, 15:35

I always pack my hammock, quilts and netting with the Dutch whoopie hooks attached and it has never caused a problem.

**hawghangar** · 03-25-2014, 15:44

Originally Posted by MAD777

I always pack my hammock, quilts and netting with the Dutch whoopie hooks attached and it has never caused a problem.

Originally Posted by Rat

Why are you worried about tearing the ripstop? I pack my tarps with all the hardware attached (tarp flyz, hooks, grip clips) and my hammocks are the same; I have never had any problem with tearing anything. But, if it is bugging you, cut them off and do it differently!

Methinks you worry too much!

+1 here and never a problem...