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**opie** · 04-21-2010, 17:02

darkknight... I think you can eliminate the D ring also. So the only things you would be adding is a ring and the loop for hammock connection.

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**darkknight0667** · 04-21-2010, 17:25

Essentially, we've got the same idea. In mine, the D-ring is attached directly to the tree hugger, while in yours, you've got a continuous loop attaching the tree hugger to the ring. After that point, the rigs are the same and therefore should have similar weight characteristics. Yours has the advantage of not having to remake the end loop on the tree hugger, while mine doesn't deform the webbing.

Here's a quick sketch of the two designs (in case my description isn't clear):

**opie** · 04-21-2010, 18:41

The reason I dont put the ring out at the webbing/sling connection is then it doesnt serve the purpose of acting as a water stop. Thats the only reason for the addition of the ring. Otherwise one could attach the sling directly to the hammock. And if the ring isnt under your tarp, then any water that falls onto your suspension will make its way onto your hammock. Perhaps that would be minimal since water coming down the tree would stop at the D ring... But I still think its best to have your water stop under your tarp.

Also... The reason why I say you could eliminate the D ring is because having the sling go right through the webbing deforms it no more than the marlin spike hitch. Which is a proven method of sling/strap attachment.

EDIT: The continuous loop is what attaches to the hammock. Youve got the loop and the sling backwards in your illustration.

**darkknight0667** · 04-21-2010, 18:45

I hadn't thought about the rain issue. Down here in FL, we do most of our camping in the "dry season" (October - May), so I haven't had to deal with rain, yet (yet, being the most important word in that sentence). Thanks for the education.