Strapworks product question

**molawns** · 10-25-2009, 13:34

I've seen this product mentioned here before, and I was wondering if I could get some feedback.

http://www.strapworks.com/Strapworks...ng_p/hss1p.htm

I plan on getting the 30' sling with 2" loops. I'll cut it in half to make 2 (roughly) 15 foot straps. I'll use a lighter to "seal" the ends to keep them from unravelling. I sold my Clark NA and purchased a Clark NX-250 (it's due to be here tomorrow! Yay!), but I want to switch to the "ring buckle"-type suspension. I already have the 4 decender rings (2 for each end), and just plan to feed the loose end of the strap through the 2" loop, so no additional hardware will be needed.

Now, for my questions...

Does the polyester stretch like nylon?

Does anyone know the breaking strength on these? (not mentioned anywhere under the product description)

**angrysparrow** · 10-25-2009, 13:51

Originally Posted by molawns

Now, for my questions...

Does the polyester stretch like nylon?

Does anyone know the breaking strength on these? (not mentioned anywhere under the product description)

Polyester has almost no stretch. The ones you linked were once quoted by StrapWorks to have a ~3500lb rating.

I would suggest two things about your plan. First, instead buying one sling and cutting it in half just buy two shorter ones, each with sewn loops on both ends. If anything ever happened to the stitching on one end, you'll have a backup there already. The difference in cost is incredibly minimal.

Second, I would suggest the Seatbelt Polyester Sling instead. It is much lighter than the regular (thicker) polyester, but still has more than enough strength for hanging purposes.

**Black Phoenix** · 10-25-2009, 13:55

The polyester and polypropylene do not stretch like nylon. Nylon is very strong and will stretch so it is better suited for climbing, whereas polyester and polypropylene are better suited for hammocking since stretch is usually the enemy.

I'm sure someone else can list breaking stats but from what I remember nylon is the strongest followed by polypro then polyester.

**molawns** · 10-25-2009, 14:10

Good feedback...Thanks, folks.

Are there additional benefits to the seatbelt poly over the regular poly, other than weight? Weight is not so much a primary concern for me..strength is. The majority of my hammocking is done while kayak camping and car camping. Is the weight difference between the two really substantial? A few extra ounces aren't going to make or break a decision for me. Maybe I'll just get both and see, since the prices are reasonable.

Good idea on the shorter length, double looped straps!

Anyone else with feedback? Your answers are all appreciated!

**Quoddy** · 10-25-2009, 14:34

On several occasions, I'd previously purchased looped polyester straps for use as a full suspension with cinch buckles. Recently I switched to Whoopies and for the 4' tree straps decided to try the looped seatbelt webbing. It's fractionally lighter, almost the same strength, and being more flexible is easier to both wrap the tree with and also to stuff for storage. I'm definitely a convert to the seatbelt webbing.

**KerMegan** · 10-25-2009, 15:11

and their shipping is incredibly fast- ordered monday -received Wednesday!

**bigbamaguy** · 10-25-2009, 19:40

Mo:
I have the strap that you linked and did exactly what you were talking about doing when I got my Clark NX-200. I use a cinch buckle set-up and have no issues with the straps or their weight handling abilities. I trust them with my 300+lb backside off the ground

! I will order some of the seatbelt type after the first of the year like AngrySparrow suggested as a spare set. Before every hang I inspect the loop to make sure that I achieve and maintain my elavated state!

BTW, when they, strapworks, say they are not colorfast they mean it. I have the grey ones and they are not colorfast, grey hands are weird looking in the woods!!!!

**molawns** · 10-25-2009, 21:34

More great feedback...thanks again, all.

I went ahead and ordered both. Hey, I think $34 shipped is a good deal for enough suspension for two hammocks! I'll use the one I favor more for my new Clark NX-250, and the other for my "no name" standard nylon sheet hammock.

I got 30' of the regular polyester with 2 inch loops, and 2 15' polyester seatbelt type with 2 inch loops. Both in color-fast black.

Can't wait!