I've made several posts about using a pole when the tree situation was submitted optimal. Ive used an aluminum Kelty pole a couple of dozen times over the past couple of yrs. I weigh around 160 lbs. The pole failed the last time. Not a hit the ground failure, but a section bent when getting in to test.
Normally I will set it up and watch the pole when I get in the hammock. The pole needs to be straight and vertical. If it isn't I will see it flex or start to bend, then I reposition the pole and try it again. When it bent, I wasn't watching the pole. I had placed the end on a flat rock, because I was in sand. I think the rock stepped out increasing the angle. Anyway a section bent.
Ill check the local Army Navy surplus store for a stronger pole, probably steel and twice as heavy.
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