I started with about 6' sections of Amsteel, but maybe should have gone a foot longer or so.
The length you need depends on your maximum hang, and the length of your hammock. I like starting with about 10 to 11 feet of cording for each sling.
Glad you caught the splicing bug, Hooch!
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