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I'm headed out Friday for my first hike with my DIY hammock and tarp. I had a shake down night out with it this week in Alabama. After a few adjustments it worked out fine. I'll post some pics next...

I ordered 50' of 7/64 Friday .27 cent per foot, be here Tuesday. I guess I can always use the 1/8 With the core for my Ridge line?

West Marine had it marked as Amsteel blue. 1/8,but it has a core. I ordered some Amsteel blue that is 7/64. Should be in Tuesday. Just ****.

Thanks to the quick reply. How much does that weaken the line by pulling out he core?

Is everyone using a non core line when making these whoopie slings? I have tried with the core and just can't get it. I took the core out and had no problem. I use 1/8 amsteel and a guitar string.

Go the DIY forum and look up Headchange4u's Hennessy clone pictures.

Just hanging it with what I had for testing. Got any info on making whoopie slings?

I found a yard hammock frame someone was throwing away. Perfect for using and testing hammocks. Also some pics.

Thanks for the input. I'm thinking velcro for the whole thing.

No. I haven't quite figured that out yet. As of now I plan on sewing the bug netting most of the way around and leave an entrance that will zip or Velcro shut.

Here is a picture of the whipping I did.

After the first test hang. I had to redo the whipping. The folded end like HC4U suggested pulled out. I'm sure it was me, not the idea that failed. I since went to a "gathered end type whipping...

I just finished my Hennesy clone that was pictured here by Headchanger4u. I still have to add the bug netting. I'll put up pictures when I get it hung. I have no trees in my yard. I bought the fabric...

I know how to sew already. This should make it easier to make my own hammock. My question is what type of sewing thread should I use with ripstop nylon? I assume nylon. Where can you pick that up at?

Great site by the way. My name is Slowpace and I am a ground sleeper. It all started when I was just a youngster. Maybe through this site I will be able to beat this problem. Thanks for all your...