Multi-Buckles are BACK

[Zilla]

No problem at all. I'm glad it's something we can point to and say "that's why".
Some of us have to fall once in a while so we all know what doesn't work.

If y'all don't mind i will leave the falling to someone else and just learn from thier mistakes.
Some lessons need to be learned the hard way but whenever i can i am ok with learning from others..!..
Much easier on the backside..

[JasonACraft]

If y'all don't mind i will leave the falling to someone else and just learn from thier mistakes.
Some lessons need to be learned the hard way but whenever i can i am ok with learning from others..!..
Much easier on the backside..

Please do! Expected 2-3 months for my tailbone recovery....

[goobie]

I'd be very interested to hear details from folks who have had any trouble with these.
Type of webbing used, how the buckles were threaded and put into use, exact point of slippage, etc. I'm also available via email ([email protected]) if I may personally help in any way.

AHE straps, about 4 years old and a bit stiffer than new. Threaded same as in your video, I watched it a bunch of times before I got to use em. IIRC the top of the strap came out of the buckle, not entirely sure though. I was setup on the side of a hill, foot end strap that came loose was WAY up there! I think it was the slippage on the smooth bark that caused my issue. As soon as I can get back out there I'll get some pics for ya PapaSmurf.

I've used them on 2 different types of hammock stands with no problems..... so I'm blaming the trees!! Stupid nature.......

[rais'n hammock]

Take a peek at this video. Specifically the first 30 or 40 seconds. The tree strap loop should go through the slots on both sides of the buckle. If only connected to one side of the MultiBuckle, there is a possibility of it pulling out through the little slot. Of course, that may make them much tougher to work with considering the thicker tubular webbing you are using.

I will change the loop connection to the middle and see if there is enough room for my strap as you demonstrate. It might be tight and time to change to a single thickness strap. I have used them successfully when I am careful but it is more relaxing to set it and forget it than having to double check every time I get in.

[Flash Grundelore]

If I can use a multitasking piece of gear for anything in the outdoors, I will. I remember a few years ago, I lost some hardware while out on a multiday hike.. I spent the next few nights getting creative on how to hang.

Now, I use Multibuckles EVERYWHERE. I keep a spare pair hiding on a 1" strap on my pack, so if I ever lose a piece of hardware, I have backups on hand. Granted, with the Cerakote, it's going to be a lot harder to lose them.

My favorite use: Bridge hammocks - Dog bone to whoopie connection.

So... you are using them rotated 90°? .....ie: "fangs" pointing up and down the length of the line and not across?

[hk2001]

So... you are using them rotated 90°? .....ie: "fangs" pointing up and down the length of the line and not across?

I'm using them like this (Blue line is whoopie sling, each black is a separate dog bone)

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[goobie]

I'm using them like this (Blue line is whoopie sling, each black is a separate dog bone)

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So I'd be safe using them on each side of my "open" CL's?? Same as your picture except I'd be catching either side of the loop.

[hk2001]

So I'd be safe using them on each side of my "open" CL's?? Same as your picture except I'd be catching either side of the loop.

I can't make a judgement on what is safe outside of the 4 uses we list on the site. I risk my own butt quite often in the name of testing

Hang your own hang, Never hang higher than your willing to fall.. and when in doubt, pad under your hammock I picked up a cheap $20 air mattress from walmart for when I test new things. It's saved my tailbone more than a lot.