So a couple of months ago I replaced the little triangle things on my ridgerunner with Dutch biners and was thinking about adding a ridgeline to the entire setup. Had anyone done this?
So a couple of months ago I replaced the little triangle things on my ridgerunner with Dutch biners and was thinking about adding a ridgeline to the entire setup. Had anyone done this?
Why do you think you need one ??
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I know the angle of the hang doesn't mean so much in a bridge, but it would be nice to have a a place to hand things just like a gathered. It would also keep you at a constant 25 degrees as an added bonus :-)Originally Posted by Black Wolf
I have one on my Grizz Bridge. Non-structural.
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Are you thinking for just storage purposes? Doesn't the massive saddle bags and the area just under the top pole have enough storage for you. I know it is more than I need.
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I used a ridge line on mine for awhile when I needed something to support a length of shock cord to hold up the middle of my under quilt. I no longer need it for the under quilt and haven't found another use for it. No longer use it.
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Mostly for a light I guess and maybe for hanging netting like Shug's picture too.
I guess also because I have the zing-it laying around, knowledge to make a fixed ridge line, and u can't think of any negative downsides.
Disadvantages
Weight, of course the RR is already a pig.
More lines to tangle when setting up/stowing
Not needed for a comfortable lay, based on my playing with a RR recently.
Advantages:
Can hang stuff off it.
I've used a ridgeline on a DIY bridge in the past, but it was much more sensitive to hang angle, and was used for easy set up and comfort.
If you're going from apex to apex for structural RL, I would suggest have someone take a measurement while you're laying in the hammock. If you're using a net less bridge .. You would need something to suspend the netting if/when needed for sure.
I have found hang angle to be just a crucial to a good lay in a bridge as in a gathered end. The main purpose of a structural RL is to get a consistent sag to your hammock, a gathered end works best at somewhere inbetween 80-85% of the over length of the hammock body. (YMMV) the by product was a way to stow gear and support a net.
A bridge needs less sag, if any, to achieve a comfortable position. I too use biners instead of the triangler connectors, more ease of setup then weight savings. It'll be easy to add, I would also suggest using an adjustable RL and play with it until you find YOUR sweet spot. Hike on.
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