To tell the truth I like Polypro Strapseven better However I believe we were looking at only usaing recycled materials for the straps in this particular...
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Rick
geoflyfisher
Jun 5, 2009 6:24 pm
Well, if they don't stretch too much, then you chose wisely. Rick...
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Elizabeth Young
lizyoungatfe...
Jun 5, 2009 3:50 pm
I've managed to find some poly (non nylon) tie down straps. But I only know that they were not nylon because the package said so. Don't know how to...
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Ralph Oborn
polecatpop
Jun 5, 2009 1:28 pm
... Excellent stuff if you can find it!!!! Ralph [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Troy Eckhardt
troyeckhardt
Jun 5, 2009 12:43 pm
Hi LeeG, I'm an Eagle Scout and scoutmaster. Ask a friendly BellSouth or AT&T man for used MuleTape (5/8" strapping.) That's what I'm using. They use it to...
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Rick
geoflyfisher
Jun 5, 2009 11:59 am
Problem with tie down straps is that they are nylon and act like rubber bands. They stretch and then get shorter when the load comes off. Polyester works some...
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pure mahem
pure_mahem
Jun 5, 2009 4:07 am
I wonder how strong arope you could make by braiding thetrash bagsinto cordage and treehuggers? ________________________________ From: eglonwv...
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pure mahem
pure_mahem
Jun 5, 2009 4:05 am
Try recycling an old ratchet tiedown strap justcut thehook outanditsgoodto go andstrong too. ________________________________ From: eglonwv <eglonwv@...>...
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Ralph Oborn
polecatpop
Jun 4, 2009 11:36 pm
for my 11 year old scouts we make a Risk Test Hammock. (google it) No sewing, no fuss, no muss. But use a double sheet bend to connect the strap to the fabric....
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ij santiago
snoopylives1
Jun 4, 2009 11:36 pm
*say **no to the:* Cordage - - plastic pallet strapping (braid in roping), electrical wire, other *yes if you are just using it to bind the gathered end of the...
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eglonwv
Jun 4, 2009 11:14 pm
I use a HH for my bicycle camping trips. I am looking for ideas for making a similar hammock from recycled materials for use by my two grandsons who are Cub...
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Sandy Kramer
sandykayak
Jun 4, 2009 7:44 pm
Hi, Otto....hmmmm you went with the Claytor Jungle Hammock....I'm really liking the Warbonnet Blackbird (hope I have name right). I was thinking of y'all last...
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proteorio
Jun 1, 2009 7:16 pm
Hi John Sorry for the delay in replying I have just been a bit busy. The problem is : I'm living and working in the backcountry, the line it's very low and...
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proteorio
Jun 1, 2009 6:16 pm
Hi , Nice to meet you. Sorry for the delay in replying I have just been a bit busy. Seems the Warbonnet Blackbird be a popular model and a very good one. The...
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proteorio
Jun 1, 2009 5:11 pm
Hi Lori, Nice to meet you. Sorry for the delay in replying I have just been a bit busy Thanks for the advices. I still undecided between Warbonnet Blackbird...
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lpon2000
Jun 1, 2009 1:15 pm
He means that permethrin is a neurotoxin and very dangerous to cats, amphibians or other small animals in liquid form. You spray it on clothing or other...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
May 31, 2009 6:28 pm
Like I said I am playing advocate for the under-informed here. I never said I don't and wouldn't use it. You just assumed.... I'm done arguing the point, if...
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ratsmouth@...
holliscbarton
May 31, 2009 6:18 pm
I think I will take my chances with permethrin-treated clothes, since the stuff is effective in keeping deer ticks off me, and around here, deer ticks carry...
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Bill Fornshell
bfornshell
May 31, 2009 6:18 pm
I guess it is time to stop emails again. The children here don't know how to act civil. Bill in Texas ... From: Arye P. R. <aprarye@...> Subject: Re:...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
May 31, 2009 6:11 pm
Carey, If you care to document your readings that would be appreciated. Please note I said safer, Your statement is contradictory " It doesn't come off. It's...
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Carey Parks
parkscarey
May 31, 2009 4:12 am
Regarding this comment: "#3 It may be safer when dry. Good for you if you do not sweat or get caught in a rain." I just can't let that mis-information go past...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
May 31, 2009 3:57 am
#1 I was answering Otto's question to Rich. ... # 2 I am playing devils advocate here. #3 It may be safer when dry. Good for you if you do not sweat or get...
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kerrilarkin
May 30, 2009 11:26 pm
I've got a box of teh stuff here waiting to treat my hammock. In Australia it's called Debugger (www.equip.com.au) Yes it is dangerous stuff, but only when in...
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Ralph Oborn
polecatpop
May 30, 2009 8:26 pm
... So taking your advice I pulled this from one of your references.... Health Effects of Permethrin-Impregnated Army Battle-Dress Uniforms (1994) ...
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David Fox
davidgfox
May 30, 2009 7:49 pm
From: hammockcamping@yahoogroups.com [mailto:hammockcamping@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Fox Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2009 2:44 PM To:...
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David Fox
davidgfox
May 30, 2009 7:46 pm
You are correct in what you are saying. I just have more sense than to drink 1-4 mouthfuls of insecticide. From: hammockcamping@yahoogroups.com...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
May 30, 2009 6:00 pm
As with anything toxic one must know all the facts b4 determining whether it is good for your personal use There is much data out there for one to consume and...
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David Fox
davidgfox
May 30, 2009 3:52 pm
After looking at the information you linked to, I note it is considered the least dangerous pesticide on one page of the report. On another page of the report,...
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Arye P. R.
aprarye1
May 30, 2009 3:04 pm
This may not be what rich is referring to but Permethrin is commonly used PESTICIDE and has inherent dangers when it comes in contact with humans and other...
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proteorio
May 29, 2009 5:51 pm
Hi Rich, Nice to meet you. Sorry for the delay in replying I have just been a bit busy Thanks for the useful link.I visited the REI site. Permethrin is very...
