Would this work for use with a nylon camping hammock, and if so how much should I trust it to hold? is ~400lbs unrealistic?
1341828
I wouldn't trust this cordage at all. It's made very poorly and actually not the real military type 550 cord.
1341829
I am unsure as to how much weight it would hold. I have an ENO Hammock, it is a parachute style material, similar to your material, they sell what are called ATLAS straps that are rated for up to 400 lbs. I highly recommend them.
1341830
The 550 cord is rated for 550LB. I'm sure your going to use more than one strand of cord. I would say it would hold 400LB. I used it to pull a car with it was the only thing I had in my truck we had to wrap it around the shackle to the ball hitch 10 times. pulled the car 8 miles home.
1341831
I haven't tested it to that extent, but have hoisted a 60lb Kyak and a 70lb tree stand with it no problem so I think it would be sufficent. May want to double it just in case.
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i don't know if i would trust it. i use it for lashing things to frame packs.
1341833
I would not trust one single strand for 400 but doubled yes its very strong
113591
It probably would, but I'm not sure I'd risk it. I only use these myself for camping to hold about 25-30 pounds worth of stuff off the ground. If I were you, I'd probably get pro-quality carabiners, rated for very high weights, that are used for climbing. They're a lot more expensive, but I figure a 50lb projector is very, very expensive.
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Hi I would say it fits a small. The frame could probably support 250 pounds at most. It's a good fit if you want to take it camping or for light backyard use. If you have a larger hammock, it might work if you pulled it up tight, but I'd opt for a bigger frame. Hope this helps.
1680433
I used 2 clips to rig a hanging harness for my pack and 10 gals of water. Rigged the harness to a tree limb, hung water and pack from rigged clips. So, I would think each held in excess of 25 lbs overnight.Haven't tested them to greater trials than that. I know they've held my tarp in 28 mph winds here in Montana with no problem.
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It can hold a lot of weight for sure over 350+ but there is a bar that separates the right side from the left. What I did not like about it was when one person on the left would move ( or vice versa) the other person on the right would shift. It is not ideal. Would be great if not for the bar in the middle. Oh and if using in a tent put a blanket down under it cause it will put a hole in the floor of your tent. Hope this helps.
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Yes, it would work fine, it's a nice hammock. We purchased the sort hanging straps so to protect the tree and it allows us to take it with us camping etc. Also easy to leave the straps and hooks up and disconnect in case of rain or if you are afraid of sap getting on it.
1306295
This is my third hammock like this (I'm 250 lbs.). If there is one that could hold 300 it is this one.
837075
Would work very well.i use it in a military gortex bivy bag.Will work for three seasons.awsome in a hammock during the late spring to early fall.
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I've not tried to hang from it, but I can vouch for its durability. It's traveled to Madagascar, Italy, Thailand, up and down the west coast, used as a blanket, pillow, bag, and in the summer I use it instead of my sheets as it maintains just the right temperature. Exceptionally durable, it is in Like New condition after all that usage. But no, haven't used it as a hammock ;)
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What Christa K. Barker-Myers said could help you. If it is too tight, having the hammock is going to turn from something relaxing to a crazy balance act. Also, just be aware, this hammock was designed to hold two people at once, so it's center of gravity is going to be a bit different from what you would get if it was for just one person.
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I actually think it could hold 450lbs. Looks good after 2 years...and we have been through many hammocks.
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Probably accurate, I generally throw it in my hammock right after setting up camp, hours before I intend to use it.
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From the manufacturer website: a single size hammock can support up to 326 pounds
1643699
VERY durable hammock. I weigh 235 & also had my 110lb son in with me for a test. I believe the load limit is understated. I feel very comfortable swinging & sleeping in it. Good Luck!
679528
No its a one person hammock. I think its strong enough, but it would not be comfortable at all for 2 people.
1708046
Definitely...I am about 135 lbs and my girlfriend is around 110 lbs. We both fit comfortably on the hammock together (combined weight 245lbs) and there was no sign of any stress or torquing to neither the frame or the hammock itself. I would be weary of the 350-400 lb range but feel confident that anything shy of that would not be an issue.
1095589
Absolutely! These slings can hold 4945 lbs. They would definitely be safe in the use of suspending a hammock.