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on: May 05, 2012, 03:55:19 AM
So in light of my new found obsession lol I am making a camping, at home hammock. I have already bought the materials and one similar to the one I'm making sells for $200. I only spent $25 on materials.
If I remember correctly, wait, what was I saying?


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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #1 on: May 05, 2012, 03:57:44 AM
I'd be interesting in some pictures once you have it finished. :tu:


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Reply #2 on: May 05, 2012, 04:12:01 AM
Pics are a must here.
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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #3 on: May 05, 2012, 04:20:12 AM
Are you doing a roper style or fabric?  I remember watching the hows its made for hammocks on tv, and thats crazy amount of rope work for the rope style.

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Reply #4 on: May 05, 2012, 07:14:50 PM
Did you see the first Mythbusters of the season this year?  They did a Dave and Cody with Duck Tape episode... survived for a week on an island with nothing else available but a palette of duck tape!  They made shelters and hammocks with it too!  It was a very cool episode!
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Reply #5 on: May 05, 2012, 07:57:29 PM
It's the same kind as you would buy in a camping store. It's 100% nylon. I am making it with paracord as the attachment points connected to large heavy weight steel rings. It will also have bug netting to keep out the nasties. I might make more depending on how this one performs and sell a few. No sense in paying $200 plus for something that should cost $80 or less.
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Reply #6 on: May 06, 2012, 01:31:19 PM
It's the same kind as you would buy in a camping store. It's 100% nylon. I am making it with paracord as the attachment points connected to large heavy weight steel rings. It will also have bug netting to keep out the nasties. I might make more depending on how this one performs and sell a few. No sense in paying $200 plus for something that should cost $80 or less.

From one hanger to another, you should reconsider your use of paracord. It is way too stretchy, and it isn't nearly strong enough. You should be using a rope or strap with ~1000lb breaking point. Not ~550lb. There is some complicated (to me) trigonometry that will prove that unless you weigh 100lbs there is no safety margin with paracord.

I personally prefer whoopie slings ( from www.whoopieslings.com ) for all my hammocks, purchased and DIY. You could also find 1" polyester strap that is rated for mountaineering that has the correct load rating. Just don't use nylon as it is very stretchy. And stretchy suspension sucks. I hate waking up on the ground... :)

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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #7 on: May 06, 2012, 02:41:02 PM
Looking forward to seeing your project come together :tu:

I always think it's worth trying to make stuff yourself if you are able.
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Reply #8 on: May 06, 2012, 04:28:24 PM
It's the same kind as you would buy in a camping store. It's 100% nylon. I am making it with paracord as the attachment points connected to large heavy weight steel rings. It will also have bug netting to keep out the nasties. I might make more depending on how this one performs and sell a few. No sense in paying $200 plus for something that should cost $80 or less.

From one hanger to another, you should reconsider your use of paracord. It is way too stretchy, and it isn't nearly strong enough. You should be using a rope or strap with ~1000lb breaking point. Not ~550lb. There is some complicated (to me) trigonometry that will prove that unless you weigh 100lbs there is no safety margin with paracord.

I personally prefer whoopie slings ( from www.whoopieslings.com ) for all my hammocks, purchased and DIY. You could also find 1" polyester strap that is rated for mountaineering that has the correct load rating. Just don't use nylon as it is very stretchy. And stretchy suspension sucks. I hate waking up on the ground... :)

HTH,
Dave


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Thanks for the info. Paracord does stretch quite a bit and yeah I don't want to be on the ground. So what would be a good lightweight alternative?
If I remember correctly, wait, what was I saying?


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Reply #9 on: May 06, 2012, 04:40:34 PM
Cool site there, I'm going to try my hand at this as well. What else are you using for reference Steve or maybe your just winging it?


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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #10 on: May 06, 2012, 07:55:09 PM
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Reply #11 on: May 06, 2012, 08:36:10 PM
http://www.tothewoods.net/HomemadeHammock.html

This one and this guy even recommends spectra cord so I guess thats what it will be.
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Reply #12 on: May 07, 2012, 12:22:40 AM
Thanks for the info. Paracord does stretch quite a bit and yeah I don't want to be on the ground. So what would be a good lightweight alternative?
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The general consensus is Amsteel Blue (which is available in a few colors). Like I said, I just buy whoopie slings and adjustable ridge lines from www.whoopieslings.com If I didn't care about color, I'd buy a spool and make them myself. There are lots of videos on YouTube and articles elsewhere. But since I'm somewhat vain and prefer matching or contrasting colors, I buy them.

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Reply #13 on: May 07, 2012, 03:23:33 AM
Ok finished my seam work and have it bunched up nice. Now time to get/make  the ends, bug tent, and rain fly.
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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #14 on: May 09, 2012, 01:56:47 AM
A vain whoopieslinger!  :rofl:
Gotta love that, cause I would have matching or contrasting too.
Just for effect.
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Reply #15 on: May 10, 2012, 12:45:04 AM
Whoopieslings on the way.
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Reply #16 on: May 12, 2012, 12:58:56 AM
Well just for the heck of I tested it. Took some sturdy rope and tied to a couple trees. I almost fell asleep in it, it was that comfy.



Next is the insect net and the the slings and rain fly. I love it already.
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Reply #17 on: May 12, 2012, 07:03:58 AM
Well done!


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Reply #18 on: May 18, 2012, 03:48:01 PM
I tried my hand at making my own whoopsie sling with amsteel blue. The first one was a cinch. The 2nd one was a pain in the butt! I did get it done but questioned whether I messed up any strands inside. Was going to make a how-to vid on it but maybe not after my less-than-successful attempt. I must say though, I felt like a champ when that 1st one was made. It's worth the experience to DIY a whoopie. Hammockforums is super web resource for hangers. Congrats on your DIY hammock project.
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Reply #19 on: May 27, 2015, 08:23:14 AM
So in light of my new found obsession lol I am making a camping, at home hammock. I have already bought the materials and one similar to the one I'm making sells for $200. I only spent $25 on materials.
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Re: DIY camping hammock
Reply #20 on: June 01, 2015, 05:45:02 PM
We like hammocks.

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