How long is too short?!

[SmokeBait]

So help me be clear on this. When you guys say 6 ft is this with the sling fully extended? Or, is this with the working end of the adjustable loop even with the end of the fixed loop. I'm new to the Whoopie sling and trying to undertstand what length I need to make. Thanks for the help.
David

Hi SC_Dave, whoopie slings are rated by their maximum working length on each end of the hammock. So a 6' whoopie sling will extend out up to 6' from the end of the hammock. The minimum working length is around 14-16".

[SC_Dave]

Hi SC_Dave, whoopie slings are rated by their maximum working length on each end of the hammock. So a 6' whoopie sling will extend out up to 6' from the end of the hammock. The minimum working length is around 14-16".

Thanks SB, that helps. This means that if I want 6ft slings I probably need to start with a length of amsteel about 8-9 ft long.
David

[opie]

Thanks SB, that helps. This means that if I want 6ft slings I probably need to start with a length of amsteel about 8-9 ft long.
David

13'. Double your anticipated finished length and add 1' for the fixed eye and buries.

[Bush]

Six foot whoopies seem to be the best compromise in my opinion. Never had an issue with them...Bush

[SC_Dave]

13'. Double your anticipated finished length and add 1' for the fixed eye and buries.

Thanks Opie, this is great information!
David