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It should have been drawn like this.https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=2900&pictureid=19615

I didn't say underneath the strut, but opposite the the end of the apposing strut. And should have said opposite the bottom end of the apposing strut. Essentially the back side of where it will...

https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/picture.php?albumid=2900&pictureid=19600

To compensate for bending "buckling", you might consider a shroud and spreader on the back side of your strut, opposite from the end of the apposing strut. Thus you could potentially use lighter...

Most of the components are available at your local hardware store except your hammock and probably the Amsteel which can be bought here: http://www.onlineropes.com/servlet/StoreFront
As a Civil...