What to use to whip hammock ends?

[PadreGA]

I'm about to try my hand at making a gathered end hammock. Lots of good instruction on how to tackle the job, but like the title says, I'm wondering what to use for whipping the ends of the hammock. I notice that some have used paracord. Does that do the job, or is there something better to use?

[JKDmoo]

I like braided mason line. I have used paracord and it works. It works better if you "gut" the cord and only use the outside part.

[Grizhicks]

JKDmoo is right, just about anything will work. Remember, the whipping is not weight bearing. I've made 2 tablecloth hammocks so far; started with gutted para-cord whipping, but then went to braided mason line thru the 1/4" hem at each end (just looks nicer). Good Luck..... Grizhicks

[FireInMyBones]

I use an industrial zip tie.

[SkyPainter]

===> Tarred Bankline from Memphis Net and Twine online. #36 or higher should work just fine! Cheap too. About $7.00 for 1000 ft. Makes great cordage in the woods, too - better for most things than Paracord in my opinion!

~ Sky

[Shug]

I use basic utility cord from REI.......http://www.rei.com/product/799630/pm...ckage-of-50-ft

Shug

[dirtwheels]

I've used all of the methods above with the exception of mason line. What I've found I prefer is a dynaglide dogbone, I start with a larkshead, then continue to make loops thru the eye.