Whoopie Alternative?

**Chawlz** · 02-18-2013, 22:41

So, I hear that whoopie slings are the way to go as far as suspension is concerned. I'm simply wondering if anyone has tried this alternative. I've got some 1/4 inch cord (rated to 800 some pounds, not your standard paracord) and am thinking that I could simply put a taught line hitch, making the equivalent of a whoopie sling. Does that sound like it would work? Does anyone know? Has anyone tried? If the idea works, I imagine that it could be used on any HH setup just as well... Just thinking. Happy Hammocking everyone!

**Chawlz** · 02-18-2013, 22:45

Also, I'm using the marlin spike hitch technique for attaching to tree straps, that's the plan at least.

**aidanb** · 02-18-2013, 22:50

Originally Posted by Chawlz

So, I hear that whoopie slings are the way to go as far as suspension is concerned. I'm simply wondering if anyone has tried this alternative. I've got some 1/4 inch cord (rated to 800 some pounds, not your standard paracord) and am thinking that I could simply put a taught line hitch, making the equivalent of a whoopie sling. Does that sound like it would work? Does anyone know? Has anyone tried? If the idea works, I imagine that it could be used on any HH setup just as well... Just thinking. Happy Hammocking everyone!

You could spice the rope to make a pretty equal match.

**fly fisher** · 02-18-2013, 23:12

Why don't you try it and let us know how it works for you. I suggest you start close to the ground & give yourself a soft landing spot.

IMHO, I don't think a standard taut line hitch on 1/4" cord will hold your body weight, particularly over the course of a couple of hours of moving around in your hammock. That being said, I've never tried it. Additionally, I think there are other slide & grip knots that hold better than a taut line hitch, the adjustable grip hitch, for example.

Anyways...good luck & be sure to report on your results!

fly fisher

**Shug** · 02-18-2013, 23:21

Tough to trump a whoopie sling made out of amsteel.
But yeah....try your idea and give us a report)))))) I am uncertain if it would work well but only true way to know is to give it a go.
Give us a full report of your success

or fiasco.

Shug

**TheBrewGuy** · 02-18-2013, 23:23

The taught line hitch is a great knot, I use it all the time. You can make it grab better by giving it a couple extra wraps before the last overhand. It may hold your weight, but I think it will be VERY hard to loosen and slide again afterwards

**Chawlz** · 02-18-2013, 23:27

Thanks for the input! I will try it out for sure. I just didn't want to drop any dough on amsteel (I know it's pretty cheap, but my budget is TIGHT). We will see what happens!

**Shug** · 02-18-2013, 23:31

Originally Posted by Chawlz

Thanks for the input! I will try it out for sure. I just didn't want to drop any dough on amsteel (I know it's pretty cheap, but my budget is TIGHT). We will see what happens!

Get them made already......

http://www.arrowhead-equipment.com/h...uspension.html

http://shop.whoopieslings.com/Whoopie-Slings-AWS.htm