Years ago I built a 2x4 hammock stand. It's a pain to move around, on/off the porch, so I'd like to try a TurtleDog Stand. I'm 325lbs and after looking through the huge TurtleDog thread, I couldn't find much info for us heavy guys. So, anyone in the 350lb range using one without issue?
I've done myself (250-ish) plus my oldest (~65-70)...it held us, but I didn't push it by wiggling or swinging...and it was only for about 5 minutes or so. My stand is made with the typical 2x2 pine and 10"hinge...and the 10' fence top rail.
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350 and i made one out of 2x2 and 1 inch emt conduit. Bound with 550 cord held up well till i decided to take it apart in favor of trees outside.
Yep. 360lbs. I used 2x3 lumber. Over a dozen sleeps and no concerns. No cracking sounds. No flex.
I believe 2x2 would work as well.
I going to be trying 1.5" galvanized fence pipe in a few weeks. I'm not expecting problems. I'll be happy to report back to you.
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Btw, i used 200lb test utility rope with no problem simply by making sure there are several wraps anywhere i think the rope needs it. 550 paracord would be an improvement for me.
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Thanks for the info. Still haven't decided if I'll try the fence top rail or go for something a little stronger.
I'm 315# so thanks for the topic. Taking notes.
Im headed out this weekend. Im dont have time to try anything different but i'll take close ups of my set up
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Sorry, i used trees this weekend. But i have another camp coming up in 2 weeks.
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I'm 250+ I made mine with 2x3 and 1.25/ .120 wall DOM. (Car roll cage) I would expect it hold 400lbs +/-
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