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I also have a DCF winter tarp, But my silnylon winter tarp fits 2 hammocks with the Dutch spreader bars which would be nice if I could add the inner polls to my tarp it would feel like a palace ��

I’m also using a continuous tarp ridgeline with Prussics with mini carabiners or toggles on zing it. Sorry I don’t know the terminology of “I've never had that slip out of the claw. Note that this...

So this is my guyline configuration. I have 4 Dutch hooks, and 4 steel micro micro carabiners. Should have bought more Dutch hooks. But point being, one of the steel carabiners broke before the tarp...

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Other photo tarp tare. Wind Guyline ruckus

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This is the aftermath from a storm my guyline configs photos are a mess

I also have winter tarp ( made by oes macCat )
Like the spear winter tarp with cat cuts I’ve had it for quite a while. I’ve done some temporary mods with pullouts and adding trecking poles on top....

I’m sure this has been talked about before. But it seems like
There’s a divide on tarp lines. Stronger, lighter. Vs weaker to prevent tarp failure. I haven’t thought about this for a long time. I...

Thanks for the reply. I didn’t think about using a q-tip, good idea. I have some seam grip and seam grip sil that’s old maybe I’ll try to revive it with some mineral spirits just as an experiment if...

I have a huge tarp rip too unfortunately, the business that I bought it from a macCat tarp is out of business the company that you bought your tarp from is it the little shop Of tarps/hammocks ?

Thanks for the link, and advice Shug, I’ve been watching your YouTube content for a long while now. Alway entertaining and informative. Keep up the good work. Once I come up with what I come up with....

Yes it was a flash storm, raining sideways with wind gusts 60mph. That’s the Midwest for ya. I’m interested in why you prefer the seamgrip +wp over the seamgrip sil. I have a lot of extra material...

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So this is how far I’ve gotten, tape the rip, cut out silnylon out of scraps.

Hi, I got a huge tear in my tarp from 60 mile an hour winds shredded against a tree. It’s an L-shaped tear 10” x 7” Almost corner corner the seam didn’t rip, but it went right down to it.
I’ve...

Sorry had a glitch never mind

I haven’t been here for a long time.
Any suggestions on how to sell hammock DIY fabric, tid bits, and various things.
Thanks for any responses..

but not really sure how that would work with shock cord for tension? maybe prusik the shock cord too?

awesome didnt think of it that way, going to have to try that. guess Im behind in class, have to catch up. : )

I have my lines attached to the tarp, and shock corded, then i prussik around the stake, are people doing it the opposite way?
Thanks for the info on the UCR, i havent seen that before.

Just wondering why whoopie tarp lines don't seem to be a popular choice for a lot of hangers?
I had thought about making some, but didnt see a lot of info on the forum.
was wondering if weight...

wondering if all or any has sold yet?
thanks.

whats the max weight you've had in the hammock?
thanks.

Almost new WB. comes with all original straps and bishop bag. its been out twice on overnighters, and a few back yard test outs. Its very clean. no wear. no scuffs. selling for $160 shipping free in...

I'm interested, straps or line?

Hey thanks so much, I was just about to order the reg polyester, in hopes of saving an ounce or two.
Wish I had a sewing machine, maybe for X-mas.
For now I'll be using strapworks. I'll keep the...

I recently bought strap works simple sling seatbelt webbing, and noticed its much heavier than the webbing that the WBBB comes with. I called strap works and asked if the reg polyester simple sling...

thanks for the reply, can't wait to get it.

thanks everyone, Im gonna try out the bliss no see um. seems very few people here use the Bliss company. wondering if its because Bliss is not a member here or members have had issues with the...

thanks, saw somewhere someone discribed it as tan but wasnt sure.
does it seem to attract the bugs more than black? some people believe that. guess it doesnt matter as long as they on on the outside.

just wondering, is the color of the skeeter beeter netting white or tan?

Thanks.

Thanks headchange4u. I did see it on a site for sale but the "sewn in rope" had me worried, hope someone can post a review soon.

anyone have a report of how these hammocks went? goods, bads?
is it sewn together or not?
I need to get a second hammock or I should say 3rd.
mostly for the netting to keep the bugs off. thinking...

I just called customer service Grand Trunk asking the zipper question. the rep said they have always had a double zip on both the pro and UL. the reason I was worried if I order from a discounted...

anyone know where to get the Grand Trunk SB UL in camo ? its on the GT website but has a much higher price tag than other sites.
Its strange the Bliss no see um, is listed as weighting more than the...

its strange pics on amazon show a double zip, and by the way guys, ebags.com
20% of SB pro. $63.99
but now Im thinking about the UL SB.
Argh..

I've got the Grand trunk UL hammock. its holding up fine, but doesn't feel like it will last as long as the Parachute nylon. from the pics it looks like the skeeter beater UL only has a single...

I've been scouting around the site and it seems like not many people have the Grand trunk skeeter beater no see um or the Bliss no see um hammocks.
My wife has been calling dibs on my WBBB leaving...

So Im going to try to make my own 1st timer simple ends gathered hammock.
I'm confused about 1.1 30 & 40 denier ripstop. can I use either and it'll hold?
my weight is 130lbs.

Ok I gettin a black one thanks everyone.:D

Great ! Thats what I want to hear.
Thanks.

Just about to order a new tarp. And was wondering if anyone has had experiences in the summer sun with a black tarp?
It has the cool factor to it, but Im afraid of burning up underneath it.
I...

I might just try it for fun, not a big investment. or maybe just use it on the side of a pad, for extentions.

has anyone tried the metallic bubble wrap sun shade for cars, as insulation as an under pad? seemed like a good idea havent tried it yet.
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Great, im looking into it right now.
thanks.

whats the lightest weight, safest spectra I can hang from? Ive been looking into a maze of options. web & forums. Im dizzy. just looking for a DIY hammock. I was just going to order amsteel blue,...

hey thanks, just looked like the thera band were easy to make but, I'll try making some of the shock cord tensioners 1st. ive got it on back order from REI, no idea when it will come,,hope the 1/8...

I was wondering what color to buy? seems like green is the one but im not sure??? help. and has anyone found it for sale in less than bulk? I dont think I need 25ft of it.
thanks.

and can I just post one more message. this will be my 10th so I can view links( pic/vid)... dont follow up on this one.
thanks everyone...

I've been looking more into sil-nylon and there's coated and impregnated nylons. and some that seem to have a poly inside. Which one are they using? I know the impregnated are better by the specs....

is that the mac cat? in the above pic. what size is that?
Thanks.

I was noticing on the wb tarp there's pull outs on the side. I didnt know if bigger tarps need this for more control in high winds, or lots of snow? Im just trying to budget my hammock gear spending...