Bit sarcastic parody fun 3 4 mule tape versus 1 inch webbing here are the features and benefits of mule tape.
Mule tape hammock suspension.
Some systems combine the anchoring e g webbing strap and suspension into a single system.
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Mule tape as part of the suspension system is light and very easy to use.
It should also provide a mechanism to adjust that gap depending on how far apart the anchors are.
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This knot is a cinch to tie allows fine adjustments to be made with ease and tears down with just a tug.
Not suitable for tree huggers or single piece tree straps.
It holds strong and does not slip.
A becket hitch is basically a sheet bend with a slip knot the 1 2 mule tape had no trouble supporting my full weight.
We ve tested this knot in wet cold and hot conditions.
Also mule tape has a loose weave and it will snag on tree bark.
We recomend at a minimum 1 inch wide straps to protect the tree.
Rated at 1250 lbs discalimer.
This is 3 4 inch tape however it is possible to use the narrow tape and use the same.
This can be use in hammock suspensions and also bridge hammocks.
2017 ultra light backpack load out duration.
Diy lightweight hammock suspension using mule tape duration.
Just tie a becket hitch to the end of your hammock.
The muletape joins to the quicksilver hammock loops with a quick simple and secure becket hitch knot.