Hennessy hammock continuous loop. On the other hand. com In this video, I'm going to show you how to swap out the heavy stock Spectra cord from a Hennessy Hammock to continuous loops. 5 m. What are straps with cinch buckles? Like Eno's Slap Straps? Can you explain further please? BC9696 07-06-2013, 22:06 I am making continuous tarp ridge lines and was reading that you needed to make sure to have enough unspliced line on the loops to make a good grabby prussik. I use the 1” x 96” straps on my Warbonnet eldorado directly to the hammocks continuous loop and it works great. Both methods link the ridge line into a sort of figure-8 loop that allows the Aug 13, 2018 · I just saw a couple people who were eliminating the continuous loop and installing the whoopie sling directly to their hammock The whoopie hook that's already spliced on the adjustable loop of the sling then attaches to the continuous loop that's on the hammock. 06-09-2011,19:31 #6 louie Member Join Date Nov 2009 Location Arlington, Texas Hammock DIY zipper mod Hennessy EXP Insulation DIY Underquilt Posts 69 Jan 14, 2016 · SL = (FL + 6) 2 SL = Starting length FL = Finished length Example: To make a ten-inch continuous loop, start with a length of line (10 + 6) 2 = 32". Have a climbing rated ring made onto the loop. As an alternate, install a continuous loop instead of the whoops, and you can use straps with cinch buckles, also fast and easy. 0 8" or 15" Loops Sold individually so you can pick different colors for your hammock ends. The Extra-Long version is ideal for the Hennessy Hammock's continuous loop modification if you want to swap out their standard rope suspension. Great for hardware free Becket hitch connections! Price is for a pair (2). TO make one, follow the Animated knots video on how to make a soft shackle, just ignore the initial small loop step presented between 15sec. Oct 8, 2014 · I was just wondering about joining loops together, such as a continuous loop at the end of a hammock to a whoopie sling. Dec 8, 2011 · I was making some whoopie slings for my Hennessy Hammock mod, and I wanted to add a stopper bead so the continuous loop wouldn't accidentally get pulled into itself like what happened to me at MAHHA 2011. Jun 10, 2011 · I would create a section of amsteel with a locked brummel on each end one large enough to pass the rings through. Done. I added some extra wraps to mine. Aug 22, 2016 · I was able to get two wraps with my homemade amsteel continuous loops (8") on HH and have plenty of the loop sticking out for what ever suspension beyond that. I'm planning on doing the sewn channel at the end. i made 1 continuous loop splice today, but i think i'm gonna try out the fisterman's knot for my second loop. Mar 15, 2022 · Hi, everyone, Just a simple question about the continuous loop I have both 8" and 15" loops does it matter which I use on my gather end hammock? It's 11 feet long. Continuous Loops are typically sold in pairs, but we are selling them individually Made from Amsteel 7/64" & Dyneema 2. For a hennessy, I think replacing the suspension and the tarp ridgeline tie outs are worth it. I made a 12" loop, with no goal in mind for use (but I'm sure I'll come up with something) and a dinky small loop (cam out to about 5" circumference) by sight (no measuring) to use for hanging my Luci camp lantern. What I don’t see is a tarp, which you will need for backpacking. The continuous loops are just a loop at each end of the hammock, which you need to connect to your suspension. A continuous loop would need to have a circumference longer than 20" (10" across when pulled tight) to fit two 10" buried ends (in theory you could overlap the buried ends for a 10" circumference) to perform as prescribed. 06-12-2014,18:50 #6 mudsocks Formerly octothorpesarus Jan 3, 2015 · My gear should be arriving soon from Dutchware, I have whoppie hooks on order that will allow me to attache the continuous loop to the whoopie slings. I don't think the rope from the Hennessy would be easy to make into a reliable loop. (Assumes a four-inch bury). With the rope removed you’ll see that the Hennessy has two holes we’ll be using for our new suspension. Before you toss that small loop away, I want to describe and show some simple hammock suspension options that take advantage of this little workhorse. That's not what I had Replaced the old stock suspension with continuous loop and whoopie sling With a continuous loop, a whoopie sling, and a carabiner all intervening between the hammock and the trunk of the tree, I won't be able to use trees that are say, less than something like 12 feet/3. 61K subscribers Subscribed Warbonnet hammocks used to come with continuous loops made with double (of triple) fisherman's knots. Last edited by QFT; 04-01-2016 at 17:07. This could be used to suspend a Hennessy hammock's stock suspension from two trees, as an example, as long as you have straps or blocks to protect your trees. Dave "Loneliness is the poverty of self; solitude is the richness of self. I see a lot here about girth hitches and their usefulness, but as one who comes to hammock hanging from the world of fly fishing i thought i would offer an alternative for those who might not know about it. during the video. I've watched Xtrekker's vids on how he puts the suspension on a gathered end hammock using zip ties and larks head (my favorite idea). Apr 2, 2013 · I'm thinking of making 2 continuous loops to add to the gathered ends of my dd hammock with a larkshead. tree straps to get around bigger trees. Then larks head the smaller loop to the rings. From research it seems that a continuous loop gives me a lot of options (at least to start). Then the same would occur with the second bury. The ones I have now are starting to show some wear. 1 dbl Tarp AHE Shangi La Insulation KAQ Prototype Suspension AHE Whoopie Slings Posts 6,955 Nov 11, 2015 · I also attach my tarp to the continuous ridgeline using soft shackle prusiks. 5'x12' Insulation HHSS Suspension Whoopie Slings Posts 71 No Knot Loop idk why they ship it with just hot garbage straps. I'd put a continuous loop on the ends, then put a ring on the continuous loop. Our hammocks are tough, lightweight, and packed full of features to Continuous Loops 1 pairOne Red, One Blue7/64" Samson AmSteel15 inches in length6 inch burys--- Optional 4 inch tubing sleeve, just let me know if you want me to add a sleeve. com 05-30-2012,11:41 #3 I have been running my Hennessy with. I'm converting a Hennessy to continuous loops. After that, you can connect any suspension you want to the ring and the ring will act as a water break. See full list on campinggoal. Sep 6, 2019 · The Hennessy stock tarp I bough last year came with cords attached for hanging it separately, and on Hennessy Youtube videos Tom seems to be doing it that way also. I would think I want the ability to swap a continuous loop if it gets damaged. If it's a relatively recent hennessy (like last 8 years or something) the suspension is just bowlined through two webbing loops underneath that zip tied closed black piece of fabric. Replaces your existing rope in the end channels of your hammock See below for more details on line Looking to make a continuous loop without having to splice. If you ordered just the whoopie slings, Dutch makes them longer at the fixed eye end for the HH. My question is, would the original Hennessey rope be good to use to create these loops? Jul 29, 2013 · The humble continuous loop. I make my continuous loops out of Amsteel 7/64. Mar 6, 2016 · Sometimes I splice, and sometimes, not. Apr 6, 2012 · I am helping a friend to change suspension on his Hennessey, we plan to use descender rings on a continuous amsteel loop. Newer hammocks are slightly different than anything you see in videos made before that time. You’ve seen them—they’re nearly ubiquitious on hammocks these days, especially simple, gathered-end hammocks, but also all-in-one hammocks with integrated bug netting. I would either use a continuous loop or what I have switched to a dog bone made out of 7/64 amsteel. ( I use this latter a lot, dirt simple and has never slipped on me (200-205 lbs) 4: If you decide one of these is for you, just cut off the excess rope if counting grams. 01-23-2018 Note that the rope goes through a small loop at the end of the structural ridgeline. My first question is, is it ok to just put a continuous loop through there and larkshead it on or do I need to also then somehow wrap it over the fabric like in Knotty's "How to Make a Gathered End Hammock" tutorial? Is the continuous loop There is information on HF about making continuous loops using the bury method (Opie's tutorial is a great one). Anyways, input is always appreciated. Is this how they've always been? The tutorials are usually for different models. Sep 29, 2015 · Hennessy switched the way they complete the ends of their suspension and attach the ropes sometime in 2014. Today, we're still leading the industry with new designs. Both have end channels (ENO DN & Dutch Argon 11'). I highly (very very highly) recommend ditching the Hennessy lashing and just putting normal continuous loops or whoopie slings (personal fav) on your Henny. . Sleeves are not usually helpful on a 15 inch continuous loop as this length loop is used for certain Hennessy Hammock models ---These are also available in any of the seven colors Samson AmSteel is made, including black . Similar Threads Ridgeline with continuous loop - larks head or loop By HesNot in forum Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets Replies: 6 Last Post: 07-31-2020, 11:58 I'm about to make my first DIY hammock and just have a few newbie questions about finishing off the ends. Essentially, the rope gets fed through the loops in the webbing, then wrapped under the rope, back between the webbing, etc. For a pictorial & written explanation try this. Any additional advise will be appreciated. By having the descender rings near the end of the hammock, and therefor covered by the tarp, the rings act as a water break in case of water flowing down the suspension line. Hammock Forums - Hammocks and hammock camping - Elevate Your Perspective > Hammock Camping > Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets > Connecting "new" style Hennessy to Amsteel Loop - is this safe? Aug 6, 2024 · Ideal for Hennessey Hammock suspension swap. We started the modern camping hammock revolution over 20 years ago by introducing the first fully enclosed hammock that allowed you to sleep flatter on a diagonal. *You can choose where to attach Jul 29, 2013 · The humble continuous loop. 7/64 Amsteel loop will hold 300lbs and the 1/8 Amsteel Loop will hold 500lbs. Better yet, use a whoopie hook on your whoopie slings for added convenience to attach directly to the CL. Non-Essential Details: Other bury lengths are possible, but then the formula would have to be adjusted. i tied a bowline knot or similar loop every 8-12inches in the hammock cord then use carabiner to connect. It seems like the larks head loop is gathering more fabric. + New Posts Page 1 of 2 1 2 Last Quick NavigationEagles Nest Yep, take the stock suspension off, install whoopie slings, and its easy and fast, going up and down. Will an overhand knot with the two ends hold? If not, which knots do you guys recommend using? Thanks Sep 2, 2017 · Hennessy Hammock continuous loop conversion. Just installed directly on hammock. So I wanted to ask - other then simply the mobility of using the same whoopie sling on multiple hammocks, is there any advance to having the continuous loop? is there a disadvantage to installing the whoopie sling directly to the hammock in place of a continuous loop? So the way I have my suspension set up on my Hennessy expedition right now is this: amsteel continuous loops larks headed directly to the webbing loop (newer version of hennessy ends) and then I have my whoopie slings (fixed loop side) larks headed to the continuous loops. Ideally I’d like to keep the rainfly system since I like the simplicity. I went to add whoopie slings to my Hennessy Expedition Asym and I noticed the ends are different from all the tutorials I've seen for adding whoopie slings. continuous loops make a good connection point for any kind of suspension just unclip the biners and go. Aug 28, 2013 · The descender rings are attached to the continuous loop. 5mm (7/64) AmSteel®-Blue. SmokeBait www. You've seen them—they're nearly ubiquitious on hammocks these days, especially simple, gathered-end hammocks, but also all-in-one hammocks with integrated bug netting. Continuous loop to tree strap Hey I was just wondering, is there any negative side to just going from your continuous loop to a tree strap with either a slippery half hitch or a becket hitch? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 06-29-2018, 07:10 #2 cmoulder Join Date Nov 2017 May 30, 2012 · Use a continuous loop about 16" long when pulled tight end to end as if it had a load on it. However, I couldn't find any beads laying around. I'm going to tie on Cinch Buckle for now but I also have whoopies. and 20sec. Never had a failure. Pull the ridgeline out a little so it doesn’t slip inside the hammock and cause you a headache trying to pull it back out. The Hennessy ropes are a pain. It is also, a soft shackle without the small capture loop in the middle of the rope opposite the button knot. Didn't seem quite right. Less bulky and easier to adjust than the stock Hennessy suspension. It is constructed from 2. I'm making some continuous loops my question is when it comes time to bury the amsteel, do I use the tail that's going towards the way i'm doing the first bury or the tail going away from the direction of the first bury. I'm making continuous loops for our new Hennessys, and they are the "newer style" with the flat ends, sewn-in piece of webbing (no holes). You can just lark's head a continuous loop on there, either with a cinch buckle on there to tree straps, or to becket May 24, 2015 · The continuous loops stick out about 7" past the end of my hammock, where they connect to strap anchors on Kevlar straps. I never thought about the rainfly in all this and saw some solutions for slings but not continuous loops. What I did find were a pair of dice, 3/8" wide, from an old backgammon travel set. Whoopie slings for 2 years jest with just long whoopsies whipped into the hammock now with large 8 inch continuous loops and a set of Dutch biners I have the prussik attachments on my whoopsies it makes it a little aquard when you have to change the extension length a lot between campsites but you just need to loosen the prussik a bit before you can shrink May 9, 2015 · Larkshead the continuous loop onto the end of the hammock and then larkshead the whoopie onto the continuous loop. Did not use whoopies with continuous loops. Suggestions and input? Dec 9, 2011 · I was making some whoopie slings for my Hennessy Hammock mod, and I wanted to add a stopper bead so the continuous loop wouldn't accidentally get pulled into itself like what happened to me at MAHHA 2011. Three lengths are available. If you want just a loop to use with a carabiner, you could buy continuous loops as the other man suggested. An EVO loop is just a continuous loop with the ends tied in a button knot. Zip Tried the daisy chains with knotted loop but didn't like it. Most hammocks use 8-inch loops. The first video is a live example of what I illustrated in my book, and elsewhere, using two carabiners. I have installed whoopie slings to Hennessy Hammock and am very happy with them. The henessey comes with a rope coming out of each end instead of a continuous loop like most other hammocks. recall the report said most commercial loops on hammocks and such use the Splice#2b style because it eliminates the possibility of something catching the line and pulling it apart (keeping the legal team happy) and uses a little less Amsteel. One of my tablecloth hammocks just has a small continuous loop on each end. My question is, how long of a bury on an 8" loop, would be enough to safely hold my weight in the hammock? Aug 9, 2019 · I’m checking out a new trail lair and noticed an option for permanent continuous loops (crafted with through channel) I’m not sure what that means exactly but it sounds cool. I think I used Dutch Cinch Bugs last weekend. Jan 4, 2017 · The whoopie hook that's already spliced on the adjustable loop of the sling then attaches to the continuous loop that's on the hammock. I I've been experimenting to try to find a knot to suit a specific purpose: a fixed-length loop (like a bowline), which you can tie around a fixed post/object and that unties easily by pulling a free end of the rope. Does the attached image look alright? Thanks- -Hennessy Deluxe Explorer Asym zip hammock w/ Continuous Loop ends -Snake skin slip covers -Hennessy Hammock tarp -Tack life tree straps -Snugpak Nov 24, 2012 · Here are two quick video segments demonstrating continuous ridge lines with a tarp. You can search youtube to find out how to make either of those and how to attach to the hammock. This is a super simple, inexpe This is a single Continuous Loop for hanging gathered-end hammocks, among other uses. Jun 14, 2014 · Whoopie sling larks headed to amsteel continuous loop? So the way I have my suspension set up on my Hennessy expedition right now is this: amsteel continuous loops larks headed directly to the webbing loop (newer version of hennessy ends) and then I have my whoopie slings (fixed loop side) larks headed to the continuous loops. Another option would be to tie the suspension lines into short loops near the hammock, use the long 1” tree straps around the tree and tie the loose end at the hammock’s loop with some form of locking slip hitch. A little more than half of that lenght will be used up attaching it to the hammock. Jul 10, 2025 · The Hennessy Hammock is the most innovative solution to lightweight, comfortable camping on the planet. Jul 29, 2013 · Just attach the continuous loops like the fixed eye in of the whoopies. It's always held me well. I use some long straps that go around the tree, install a toggle with a marlin spike hitch, and hang the loop on the knot. Jun 5, 2025 · A big issue for some people new to Hammock Camping is figuring out how to use hammock straps. Basically just a girth hitch. Replaced my ridgeline with dynaglide, and replacing my Spyderline with amsteel continuous loops. I don't remember having this many issues doing the knot the first time, but was kinda confused doing it again today. About how long for the starting cord and how long of a bury? Also a GIANT thanks to all of the folks who put together all splicing tutorials! Jan 21, 2023 · In this video, I will be demonstrating how to install Continuous Loops in your camping hammock. combo of multiple loops on cord and multiple loops on straps makes it completely adjustable and very easily. Aug 25, 2012 · So quick question to make sure I did this right. Connect these to the straps with biners. I cut mine shorter and tied a pair of descender rings to each end with a figure 8 knot. Anyways, I just looped the whoopies through 3 times then passed everything through the whoopie loop and pulled tight, That should be fine right? Something to Once you have that you can either use a carabiner on each end or just look the strap through itself around your tree and then the beetlebuckle attaches to the continuous loop on the gathered ends of your hammock and can slide and adjust from the buckle to sit wherever you want it. If I use much shorter soft shackles through the end channels instead, the connection between the shackles and strap anchors happens only 2" from the end of my hammock, which moves the anchors 5" further under the tarp. I also carry Amsteel continuous loops to extend my 4 ft. 2: larks head a continuous loop with cinch buckles 3: Run a strap from the tree to the new loop, and attach with a Becket, J bend or a simple slippery 1/2 hitch. If you ha Jun 5, 2024 · Years ago, I switched mine out for straps attached to a continuous loop and Dutchwear Buckles. 01-03-2015,02:59 #2 Pedal Senior Member Join Date Dec 2013 Location Lehigh Valley, PA Hammock Dutch Argon/HH Exp. If it seems like raining, I typically hang the tarp separately close to the hammock, but also attach the "mitten hooks" at the ends of the tarp to the hammock suspension ropes. If you know you are always going to be using Continuous Loops on your hammock, are there any downsides with splicing the loop into the channel instead of larks-heading it? Potential pros: *The hammock doesn't bunch up to a single point and could lead to a more comfortable lay (I'm just guessing). ditch the crap straps it comes with and get eno straps or similar multi loop straps. That's what I did and then used a larkshead to connect the whoopie to the continuous loop. I run them through the sewn channels of my hammock, and connect Dutch Whoopie Hooks to them. Loop - 15 inch 7/64 Amsteelhttps://dutchwaregear. Sep 16, 2013 · Hi All, For some reason I had a difficult time finding any pictures or video of a continuous loop on a Hennessey hammock. I was using 15" continuous loops it was kind of tricky getting them on with three wraps on the end of the Oct 19, 2022 · The humble continuous loop. (12) is to account for the two 6" buries and (3) is to account for the compression of the outer line due to the buries. I am helping a friend to change suspension on his Hennessey, we plan to use descender rings on a continuous amsteel loop. I did this a year ago, and it totally made it setup flawlessly in half the time, with much better hangs consistently. I use two methods that I found to be the easiest. Jun 2, 2009 · Hennessy Knot with Continuous Loop By Chingyul in forum Suspension Systems, Ridgelines, & Bug Nets Replies: 4 Last Post: 08-25-2012, 22:53 complete tutorial of how i swapped out the specter cord of a Hennessy hammock in favor of a Dutchware continuous loop. Jul 27, 2017 · Do continuous loops add any strength to suspension? I'm just wondering why one wouldn't just do a larks head knot around the gathered end rather than a continuous loop. com/amsteel-continuous-loops. These look clean, and with an adequate bury length, they are super strong, theoretically retaining nearly 100% of rope rated strength (x2 for symmetric loop). do i need to worry about amsteel fraying? shug's pic has ends wrapped is why i ask. Tarp Chinook 9. So, does anyone have this style? Pros and cons? I use a Hennessy hammock, and I usually use the "figure-8 lashing" knot from Derek Hansen's book to hang from the standard 3-4'' webbing that came with the hammock. just need help to figure out best way to attach the continuous loop. Apr 17, 2010 · Thread Tools 04-16-2010,12:51 #1 ccathcart72 Member Join Date Aug 2009 Location Irmo, SC Hammock Hennessy Exp. I trust these with my weight. The biggest advantage to the second method is if your trees are too close together you can "bypass" the whoopie and loop the continuous loop directly over the marlin spike hitch - thereby lessening your overall distance needed to hang your hammock by 2-4 feet or more. It is very easy. Don't know if they still do put that is still a lot of hammocks using them. Oct 23, 2022 · The continuous loop at the end of the Hennessy Hammock that I have is so tight that I don't want to clip a carabiner directly onto it, however, I personally would tie another loop around there in order to clip a carabiner onto that loop. Does it matter where the bury ends up after wrapping the loop around the hammock end? Seems to me the part with the bury would be more resistant to wear and would be better towards the outside where you would be attaching to. What are some options for the rainfly on moded systems? (The continuous loop is a loop at the end of your hammock) repeat the process on the other side. Customize your hammock camping setup with Hammock Gear's Continuous Loops! These Spectra Loops are individually sold & are meant as a suspension tool. Aug 10, 2012 · I use one continuous strap with loops on both ends for my combo tree straps/hammock suspension and a dutch clip on one of my hammocks at the tree and on another I use a climbing biner. Pass the larger brummel through the hammock as instructed in the video. Where (L) is the length of the desired finished loop. So went all out and got beetle buckles on 15' of spider/poly from Dutch, and 1/8" continuous loops (15" in length, as the ends are the older fused not sewn style). 2 / 2. Then a whoopiesling on a marlin spike hitch in the treehuggers. For tight trees you can use a biner to connect the opposite end of the whoopie back to the continuous loop. I use a single fisherman, and then bury the bitter ends. Keep on reading this article for more! Jun 12, 2014 · I did a wooppie conversion on my hennessy where the closed loop goes straight to the hammock, but im thinking of putting in continuous loops just so i can change the supension if i want to. Hennessy Hammocks can use either 15 or 8-inch loop – see video How to Use Amsteel® Continuous Loops You can use continuous loops on your hammock to get comfortable and steady support Honestly, to the extent that I'm going to continue to use the Atlas straps, I'd like to go back to the simplicity of my ENO DN, where I just have a carabiner between the continuous loop on the hammock and the strap loops. Seems attaching (Cinch Buckle ,etc Oct 7, 2014 · Im transitioning my hammocks to continuous loops, but I am not entirely sure how best to put the continuous loop on the hammocks. None of the tutorials on here are clear to me If I use the tail in the opposite direction, i feel I get a much tighter lock. whoopieslings. The picture below shows a pair of whoopie slings with a climbing-rated, SMC descending ring spliced onto the fixed eye and a continuous loop spliced onto the ring as well. Jul 17, 2016 · So I just got my new Hennessy UL backpacker (I'm a new hammock camper) and I'm excited straight out of the gate to work on a quicker, easier and fast adjusting suspension system. Here are the steps to repair your phone/tablet stuck at Android system recovery. html Apr 1, 2016 · Regarding connecting the Amsteel continuous loop to my new style Hennessy hammock - is a simple Lark's Head safe? Or do I need to use a different knot? I can't find any instructions/videos. May 19, 2025 · These are sold individually so you can pick two different colors and customize your hammock setup. Rewatched the videos, and then I think I got it right the 2nd time Amsteel continuous loop for Hennessy Hammock Mike Bear Prout 2. The second video is a new method that I really like that uses one DutchWare Dutch Hook and one DutchWare Tarp Flyz (or Stingerz). I can't say how much I like it as I pretty much stopped using a hammock shortly after making the switch. Also, a quick chat about how i lost over 4 pounds of base weight in 3 areas Feb 19, 2014 · I'm converting a Hennessy to continuous loops. You then can use the ring to connect to whatever else you need to. I do recall one post years ago where someone mentioned their CL fisherman's knot slipped but that's all I can remember. My question is, while most continuous loops are about 12'', will the loop for this project need to be any longer to be able to install it as the original rope is installed. There are videos on Youtube with instructions. Some customers like drip rings in their suspensions near the hammock and prefer them spiced in rather than being attached with a larks head. First 2 pictures show my first try. That would give you the flexibility you are looking for. That being said, to resist creep under light or cyclic loads, or just for peace of mind (ie Sep 3, 2019 · After years I finally got around to upgrading my hyper light hh with continuous loops and dutchware straps. Hope this helps. thanks. "~~~May Sarton 03-05-2016,22:26 #12 pgibson Senior Member Join Date Apr 2009 Location SW Idaho Hammock AHE 1. The end channel still bunches up, but is slightly spread out more. astgg qalafz scgbuux epxj qizk tvesmr jeh vrzo anekps tspbf