Mule Tape Hammock Suspension

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Mule tape hammock suspension.

It should also provide a mechanism to adjust that gap depending on how far apart the anchors are. The muletape joins to the quicksilver hammock loops with a quick simple and secure becket hitch knot. Mule tape as part of the suspension system is light and very easy to use. Diy lightweight hammock suspension using mule tape duration.

Also mule tape has a loose weave and it will snag on tree bark. Rated at 1250 lbs discalimer. Not suitable for tree huggers or single piece tree straps. This is 3 4 inch tape however it is possible to use the narrow tape and use the same.

This knot is a cinch to tie allows fine adjustments to be made with ease and tears down with just a tug. Just tie a becket hitch to the end of your hammock. It holds strong and does not slip. Some systems combine the anchoring e g webbing strap and suspension into a single system.

2017 ultra light backpack load out duration. At its core a suspension system spans the gap between the hammock and the anchor point. We ve tested this knot in wet cold and hot conditions. Bit sarcastic parody fun 3 4 mule tape versus 1 inch webbing here are the features and benefits of mule tape.

This can be use in hammock suspensions and also bridge hammocks. 3 dirty hikers 759 views. A becket hitch is basically a sheet bend with a slip knot the 1 2 mule tape had no trouble supporting my full weight.