That Prusik ring is pure genius, and so much easier to use than a whoopie. Thanks much. I've used it now a three years, and I don't know why others don't use it. Perfect, and easy. Thanks much
I’m amazed at how you can do this with this tiny cord and those meaty mitts! I’ve got some tiny boney hands and I fiddle with it more than you’re doing. Lol
Thanks I was having trouble burying the end until I watched this and saw you frayed the ends and cut half the strands off to lower the profile of the working end. Thanks -- I might have given up on it. That little bit makes a world of difference and will keep your fingers from getting sore...like mine are at the moment I'm writing this.
I'm building one of these adjustable ridgelines tonight for a new (longer) hammock I just built. I was going to use a Whoopie-sling, but this is simpler. And I need this to determine the ridgeline length on my new hammock builds. But rather than putting the ring on permanently, I'm going to Larkshead the ring to the loop. I'll let you know how it works out!
I really enjoy your videos! Love the close up and step-by-step instructions. I use a finish nail to help me fray the ends - works really well. Have you used the loop turner from Dutch? They make them for 1.75 and it works really well!
specifically, because the hammock will still try to settle to the center point between the trees, so the adjustability of structural ridgline wouldn't be worth having to trust the prusik knots that'd hold the gathered ends
a continuous structural ridgeline (as used for suspension), would work much like a UCR/shuttle system but would utilize prusik knots for the shuttles, rather than constriction
This looks great, I want to make some but the link to dutchware store is broken and I couldn't find them manually, I also couldn't find anything when I searched for Hilleberg ring. I've found some stainless rings online in either 3 or 4mm thickness and various diameters, do you have the dimensions of the ring you used? Or an alternative link? Thanks.
Another great tutorial. How do you keep the ridge line in place when you store it? It there any way to lock in the length? Or do you just mark the line where your ideal sag occurs? Thanks for the video!
I was wondering, why use the ring and not use the endloop as a prusik knot? The only reason I can think of is that prusik knots are hard to move when used on this kind of thin material when they've been under tension. At least that has been my experience with my tarp Ridgeline. My problem with the ring is mostly that it seems hard to move when you want to move it quickly.
You may have trimmed too much on the bury. You should have 5 inches of bury length on the Brummel splice for 1.75mm diameter line. (Or 3.4" bare minimum at 50x diameter rather than 72x)
@@naturecallsoutdoors lol..o don't feel I've really earned my place in the backpacking/hiking/hammock/outdoor community to do that..I made a post on Facebook hammock forums though..but not video
The manufacturer is Samsons and here is the link to see the specs. I used to get it from go2marine.com , but now ripstopbytheroll.com is a vendor and seem to have a good price for it.
also on Amazon under "Samson Cordage Lash-It! 1.75Mm". but I can't find any for less than $30, But I guess you pay for quality. it looks very strong! I just wish it came in smaller quantities LOL
That Prusik ring is pure genius, and so much easier to use than a whoopie. Thanks much. I've used it now a three years, and I don't know why others don't use it. Perfect, and easy. Thanks much
Wow - thanks for a great video! Made one on my first try! Very easy to follow along with.
I’m amazed at how you can do this with this tiny cord and those meaty mitts! I’ve got some tiny boney hands and I fiddle with it more than you’re doing. Lol
Thanks I was having trouble burying the end until I watched this and saw you frayed the ends and cut half the strands off to lower the profile of the working end. Thanks -- I might have given up on it. That little bit makes a world of difference and will keep your fingers from getting sore...like mine are at the moment I'm writing this.
That is a dang educational video! Well done!
I'm building one of these adjustable ridgelines tonight for a new (longer) hammock I just built. I was going to use a Whoopie-sling, but this is simpler. And I need this to determine the ridgeline length on my new hammock builds. But rather than putting the ring on permanently, I'm going to Larkshead the ring to the loop. I'll let you know how it works out!
Awesom David. I just happen to find one of my rings yesterday cleaning and thought I needed to make another for my new hammock
Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Dave
For fraying out ends, I've found a thick canvas needle works great. I've got no nails, so it's a life saver, especially with sub 1.5mm stuff.
Great idea thanks for sharing buddy! 👍
Take care
Roo
Thanks Roo. You take care as well.
The ultra light guys are gonna wanna know how much that ring weighs...lol
Now I need to go weight it.....1.375 grams. My wife was using my scale and I couldn't find if for a bit. I was getting a little panicky
and the Extremes are already thinking about filing a bit off both sides.
I really enjoy your videos! Love the close up and step-by-step instructions. I use a finish nail to help me fray the ends - works really well. Have you used the loop turner from Dutch? They make them for 1.75 and it works really well!
Thanks Bob. I appreciate the tips and will pick up the tool soon
Interesting design, I like it.
Still need to make that flat rectangular hammock ...
Thanks John. I have a few plans for the year and flat hammock is on it.
Can you size this up to work for a continuous structural ridgeline?
scratch that, a continuous structural ridgeline isn't a great idea
specifically, because the hammock will still try to settle to the center point between the trees, so the adjustability of structural ridgline wouldn't be worth having to trust the prusik knots that'd hold the gathered ends
a continuous structural ridgeline (as used for suspension), would work much like a UCR/shuttle system but would utilize prusik knots for the shuttles, rather than constriction
This looks great, I want to make some but the link to dutchware store is broken and I couldn't find them manually, I also couldn't find anything when I searched for Hilleberg ring.
I've found some stainless rings online in either 3 or 4mm thickness and various diameters, do you have the dimensions of the ring you used? Or an alternative link? Thanks.
Another great tutorial. How do you keep the ridge line in place when you store it? It there any way to lock in the length? Or do you just mark the line where your ideal sag occurs? Thanks for the video!
I was wondering, why use the ring and not use the endloop as a prusik knot? The only reason I can think of is that prusik knots are hard to move when used on this kind of thin material when they've been under tension. At least that has been my experience with my tarp Ridgeline. My problem with the ring is mostly that it seems hard to move when you want to move it quickly.
Nice video and very informative. Would have been nice to see it installed on a hammock though
You may have trimmed too much on the bury. You should have 5 inches of bury length on the Brummel splice for 1.75mm diameter line. (Or 3.4" bare minimum at 50x diameter rather than 72x)
Where are you sourcing the rings? Is that a hardware store item?
Never mind, I see it was addressed in the video. Thanks
Another great vid!!
Have you been tagged in the 3 luxury items challenge??
I have not. You going to tag me?
@@naturecallsoutdoors lol..o don't feel I've really earned my place in the backpacking/hiking/hammock/outdoor community to do that..I made a post on Facebook hammock forums though..but not video
@@hipgroove68 You are half of the youtube experience Rich.
Could you possible send a link or some info on that type of cord?
The manufacturer is Samsons and here is the link to see the specs. I used to get it from go2marine.com , but now ripstopbytheroll.com is a vendor and seem to have a good price for it.
also on Amazon under "Samson Cordage Lash-It! 1.75Mm". but I can't find any for less than $30, But I guess you pay for quality. it looks very strong! I just wish it came in smaller quantities LOL
I think dutchware and ripstopbytheroll are doing smaller lengths
Why not just tie a couple of knots and be done? I don't understand the purpose of all of the back and forth threading into itself.
was wondering that my self.
It's because his cordage is Zingit (Dyneema). It's super strong, but super slippery. So common knots have a tendency to slip out of it.
@@benevolution1338
Does a bowline hold well enough?
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If you do a Lark's Head onto the ring, then it doesn't have to be permanently attached.
Another great tip from Ben!