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has anyone tried these (http://www.strapworks.com/Strap_Adjusters_p/msa.htm) buckles? do you think they will work for my main supports?
headchange4u
05-05-2008, 10:29
Those don't look like they were made to hold much weight. I would be wary of hanging my hammock with them.
angrysparrow
05-05-2008, 11:13
I agree with headchange. If I'm going to trust my body weight to hardware, I want it to be well proven gear.
alex30808
05-05-2008, 16:31
Just my 2cents...NOPE...I would not try 'em...looks like a thin metal "Stamped" buckle I seen on my son's book bag...
Rule of thumb is that if something isn't load rated or looks flimsy, it probably isn't worth using on a hammock. If anyone here can understand the need to go cheap, I can, trust me. But when you're looking at the possibility of injury from cutting corners or cheap gear, I'd rather use the money for better quality gear than an ER co-pay. :D
FanaticFringer
05-06-2008, 20:09
Cinch buckles or JRB Tri-Glides are the way to go IMO.