Simple Hammock Hanging || Rap Rings

forget slap straps and atlas straps. Just use this simple method to quickly and easily string up your hammock
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[@L2FlyMN]

I love this system!!!!! No more knots you can’t easily & quickly get undone!!!!! Makes adjustments & tensioning super simple!!!! Worth the added weight in my opinion!!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗👍👍

[@andyblack5687]

I've been using this exact method to hang my Hennessy Expedition since about 2010 or so. One thing people need to know is that the lines will loosen and let your hammock slide down during the night with this method. To eliminate this tendency, I tie two half hitches right below the rings after I get the length adjusted where I want it.

[@TexasScout]

I haven't found this to be true, mine stays tight all night. BTW: I weigh 245lbs. I use a Hennessy XL Jungle Asym Zip.

[@aquabomber]

I also use this exact method and during the night, my butt hits the ground even with half hitches. So I modded my Hennessy hammock with loop straps.

[@patrickbuick5459]

I did that loop through so many times thinking of different things I had to do differently to get it to hold. I finally realized what worked when I got it to work today after watching a few videos to see if I was missing anything.. I go through both rings. I then come back over the initial loop, through between the rings and down through the loop formed by the rope instead of straight out. I haven't slid down or tied extra knots, but I have only used it for 5 nights straight with no adjustment so far. That is about to change, as I set it up in my bedroom to replace my bed!

[@informativepsas7543]

Awesome, thanks for speaking clearly and demonstrating the proper way several times. THIS IS AN ACTUAL TUTORIAL! Thanks!

[@squirrelbait7601]

That's awesome! I love that trick. I got an ENO a few years back and have always just used the carabiners directly on the straps, but, it then becomes a hassle if the trees aren't the perfect distance apart. I typically tie a knot in the straps and connect the carabiner to the knot. I like this method a lot more.

[@biranit50]

instead of a carabiner and 2 rings you can use 2 carabiners for the same job. its a standard system used to belay the second climber

[@JonXuereb]

and then you arent tri-loading your carabiner which greatly reduces its strength

[@ProdigiousReturn]

Could you kindly please post a link for that method? I don't quite understand how that would work.

[@LutHeal]

@@ProdigiousReturn Instead of putting rings on the carabiner, just double up on the carabiners (so two carabiners used on the tree strap). Then use the carabiners as you would the rings.

[@blackeyesforyou]

The ring system works great. Leaving in a week for an early spring camping trip (the dead of winter if live in the south) and will be using it again. Nothing like spring camping in northern Ontario.

[@flended]

Great and clear instructions, thanks. I'm doing a kayak camping trip in next few months and will be using this system

[@evoermine]

Great tip. Seems amazing it doesn't pull through when the weight is applied. Thanks for sharing.

[@timp8711]

This technique is also known as an "Alpine Clutch". It can also be done with 2 carabiners. Note that when loaded it can be difficult to release, but for a hammock (which should be unweighted when untying) that should be no problem. I personally use a tied off Italian hitch, but can see this being quick and easy too, plus an extra chance to drip moisture off the rings!

[@lxmzhg]

Simply amazing!!! This is probably the most amazing rope trick I've learned in a long time.

[@eltonsato]

hi! nice vid! instead of using those two rings I use two carabiners. you re already using one, just add one more! :D

[@pgibbons72]

this is the best explanation on hammock rap rings that i have found, thanks for sharing.

[@royjames8633]

fantastic video, thanks for sharing. im having 1 problem tho, i need to go around the rings 2 times and then in the middle, if i just go around 1.5 times it dosnt hold at all. Wich leads to the "pinch" between the 2 rings are too tight and im struggling to loosen the hammock. Note i am using just a tad thinner rings. (Hennessey expedition asym version with rope that comes with it.

[@damianmaynard2592]

I like your beard and the noises of your neighbourhood.

[@paulpatriot1776]

Excellent video sir. You inspired me to add rings to my Hennessy hammock. I also got a pair of Bear Butt straps. But, this video inspired me to get the rings. Thank you again!!!

[@teroyjenkins30]

make sure you don't tighten the hammock too tight. you will fight trying to get the cordage released. The same problem as whoopie slings. A far easier setup than whoopie slings though. REI carries these descender rings for about 4 bucks a piece. you can try a farm and home store for cheaper versions but heavier.

[@denniskuenze659]

Good review. I've been using this system for years and it works well. Makes hanging the hammock quick and easy. Thanks.

[@JohnODonovan1]

Perfect. Yours is the best so far that I have found for that stage of hanging. Now if only you did another on the 2 or 3 figure 8's that some suggest to secure that initial knot. Thanks

[@rubbersole79]

You could buy the rapel rings for $5.00 each x 4 for each hammock = $20.00, or do what I did. I found the same type of rings in my hardware store for .79 cents each. x 4 = $3.16 They are thinner and not rated for 5000 lbs., but I'm 240 lbs and they work for me.

[@MrRtkwe]

Be careful with lower rating rings. If you hang your hammock close to horizontal your weight gets multiplied many times in the cord tension. eg: If your cords are 5 degrees from the ground your 240 lbs puts 1400 lbs of tension on the lines.

[@lloydwhite3198]

Great set up. Be safe and Godspeed. Just subscribed.

[@npalmi88]

This is EXACTLY what I was thinking of doing!!!

[@andherg.quinteroc.9818]

HAHAHHAHAH ITS FUNNY YOU DISCOVERY THE COLD WATER

[@lloydwhite3198]

Great service up Brother. Just subscribed. Best safe and Godspeed.

[@stankrieger3598]

Very good and a very clear description of your work. thank You

[@michaelhorn9114]

Good video! You can save some weight by getting rid of your carabiners and just hook your rings onto your straps.

[@tommyseacat3580]

Great video. I like a good simple explanation. Thank you. I'm about to setup my hennesee the same way.

[@HarleyWood23]

@brandonbogardus It's the standard cords that come attached to the Hennessey Hammock

[@Detman101]

Nice wedding ring man!

[@carlcalucci7672]

Great rig! Very well explained only advice double the line. The line looks a little thin. If by any carless mistake your rig one side fails (12' up with gear 325 lbs) the now single rope will have to support you, as you shimmie around, is near the weight limit.

[@theraccoonbear]

Hennessy lists the rope for their hammock as "Suspending Ropes: 10' / 305 cm, 1500 lb / 680 kg test polyester rope"

[@ThreeBooleans]

hard on soft on hard man

[@snsproaudio]

Good job on the video.....If you bring your camera in slower the auto focus will work better for you. Thanks for the info you did a good job and it's certainly good to know how to do. Think I'll stick with my Atlas strap system though.

[@tailchaser72]

Will this work with just using 2 carabiners instead of the rings?

[@HarleyWood23]

It should work exactly the same.

[@MechInvent]

Where is this? The birds sound amazing.

[@HarleyWood23]

Georgia

[@noladventures8833]

Simple yet awesome!

[@senormofeta6726]

Hells yes, bro This is epic and the only way to go. Thank you so much!

[@Art-ru5nz]

Whoopie slings. 👍🏻 I used the same system but whoopie's are the way to go. Good vid tho.

[@RuffEdgesBakery]

If I'm horribly wrong, please correct me. I've been using quick-links from Walmart for a while now and they have the same effect, but cost 5 times less. The ones I use are steel 1/4 inch quick links and hold up to 1,200 pounds each.... but cost $0.97 each. If you're looking to save some cash after buying a hammock, here ya go!

[@HarleyWood23]

Nice. Never seen those. Thanks for sharing.

[@V-C137]

So it's the same principle as an "alpine clutch"..

[@paulabraham7092]

You said you had a 2nd zipper installed so you could remove your bug net, I would love you see how that works exactly

[@HarleyWood23]

paul abraham here's my video about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ24pqeKbLWXiq8

[@michaelbyrd2043]

Appreciate you showing this

[@jamesbrennan3744]

I love it! So easy! Thanks!

[@andherg.quinteroc.9818]

SEROUSLY? 1 ROPE AND 1SLIDE KNOT , THERE DO IT IN VENEZUELA

[@titoscorzaable]

BACAN...DEDITO PA ARRIBA.

[@rockynanach]

Dont use repel rings with specta rope (ie Hennessey ultra light vetsions) i snaped a line doing that.

[@davidbrown3184]

I've been using 1" straps with rappel rings on my hammock and the straps always seem to slip, no matter what I do. It's a slow, gradual slip so I may go to sleep 6" off the ground but my morning, my butt is dragging. I'm debating going to cinch buckles but after watching your video, I might try swapping out the 1" straps for some 1/4" spectra cord.

[@TheMochan555]

That's probably not slipping. It's probably poor quality webbing straps that stretch as the night goes on. If you use good quality webbing that won't stretch, you'll be hanging the same height each time.

[@samarikaup6639]

Very smart. I'm going to try this.

[@matthewjacobs141]

Have you noticed any wear & tear on the Hammock Cord?

[@Bob-ps1ux]

Thanx mate awesome info 👍👍👍

[@justinroutte]

great video! thank you for sharing!

[@daveleimert2848]

Thanks Harley...

[@user-cm9lx7jl7y]

This.....I really like !!!

[@ianrimma]

Don't need the rings, just use 2 carabiners side by side and same principle.

[@gerrycoleman7290]

Which brand of rappel rings do you recommend? Thanks

[@HarleyWood23]

I linked to them in the video description

[@felipeortega6154]

What kind of rope is that? I'm attempting to st up a hammock with a small, convenient rope like the one you're using but I keep reading that paracord is not rated for hammock hanging, assuming that what you are holding is paracord.

[@HarleyWood23]

Felipe Ortega this is just the rope that comes with this particular hammock. Not sure how to find it separately

[@felipeortega6154]

@@HarleyWood23 No worries, thanks for the response.

[@amrasurvivalchannel2708]

Good idea thanks for sharing

[@RamblerJudy]

Love your method. However, I find that my hammock cords slip slightly in the loops as I lie in the hammock. Do you have a solution? I have to tighten them from time to time.

[@g-man1543]

Judy Johnson tie a half hitch knot in front of with the loose end against the rings.

[@RichADio]

Who did you send your Hennessy hammock to for the full zipper and what did it cost?

[@HarleyWood23]

+Richard Diorio I reviewed it here. Link is in the video description. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ24pqeKbLWXiq8

[@RichADio]

I had been thinking of getting the ENO with the bug net and thought about selling my Hennessy because i couldn't remove the bug net. but now I think I'll keep my Hennessy. Thanks!

[@trovid1]

thank you, great video :)

[@rainbowpandaz888]

Great tips, what is the green and black rope you're using? wanna get some but not sure what to look for.

[@HarleyWood23]

+RainbowPandaz it's what comes from the factory on the Hennessy hammock. This tip should work with any strap system though

[@rainbowpandaz888]

+HarleyWood23 okay thank you, do you think it would work with he webbing that comes from DD? i am excited to try this out!

[@HarleyWood23]

+RainbowPandaz i believe it will work with just about any straps...and even if it doesn't, you only wasted about $10 on the rings. Thanks for watching.

[@BrosephRussell]

thats awesome dude

[@flashmanv3260]

what is the advantage of using heavy hardware rated for 10,000 and 5,000 lb on a hammock? Wouldn't you want to save bulk and weight and use lighter hardware?

[@HarleyWood23]

these only weigh 1.2 ounces each. What would you suggest?

[@BrianTheMagicGuy]

Great idea :)

[@Atteamshennigans]

great idea, what strap dis you use to wrap around the tree??

[@HarleyWood23]

+jessica Adorno they're just the standard straps that come with the Hennessey Hammock. I would probably suggest looking at Python straps or Atlas straps. Those allow a little more adjustability.

[@markneff9251]

The stock straps don't fit around a lot of trees. Pick up the Atlas straps to save yourself some possible headaches.

[@HarleyWood23]

very true

[@chrisz.9974]

Will this work with flat nylon hanging straps?

[@HarleyWood23]

Chris Z. Yes. It’ll actually work better. The flat straps have more surface area to bind and hold.

[@Reese842]

What rope are you using?

[@spyderspic666]

Hmmmmm i understand your method BUT why not just use a cinch buckle?????? After all this is essentially the same concept, except you have 1 ring and there a thin piece of metal that cinches onto the webbing when its under load... Its alot easier, you carry less pieces, they weigh less(depending on the kind that you buy) there just as effective as this, and there come in different styles...

[@MotoGp324]

Dude, where did you get the "rings" from?

[@HarleyWood23]

+MotoGp324 Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I6THKK

[@chuckbucket5693]

nice. thanks

[@sassysmoker7553]

that's so coooooooool.

[@j.higgins5408]

what the %#@$. who'da thunk it. great idea! i kinda feel dumb for noth thiinking of this

[@jackbaur18]

nice vid. where do I get those rings from?

[@HarleyWood23]

Omega Pacific Rap Ring www.amazon.com/dp/B000I6THKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_BHeEwbQ4RMA1S

[@jackbaur18]

HarleyWood23 awesome, thanks man!

[@rayngrace]

What kind of carabiner are you using please?

[@HarleyWood23]

here it is on Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I6THKK

[@rayngrace]

no sir, the carabiner...I have the rings in the Amazon Cart, but need the carabiner....you had me on 10,000 lbs rating

[@HarleyWood23]

oh, my bad. here you go: www.amazon.com/Omega-Pacific-Oval-Straightgate-Black/dp/B0001XFU24/ref=sr_1_18?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1470839195&sr=1-18&keywords=climbing+carabiner

[@rayngrace]

thanks. completed my order

[@jamoser95]

tried it and its slipped when i got on hammock

[@HarleyWood23]

mine did the first few times also. takes some practice to get the loops right. Put weight on it first, before sitting down. I actually busted my ass on camera once cause i didn't check my loops first.

[@jamoser95]

did same thing hammock fell with me in it lol

[@googleSux]

Dude, one doesn't really need the rappel rings at all.

[@lilricky2515]

Just a note to anyone who comes across this video. Check out dutchwaregear.com for better ways of hanging your hammock. Whoopie slings and whoopie hooks are much lighter, smaller and stronger than the rope/ring method shown here. I hope that Harley revisits this subject in a future video.

[@HarleyWood23]

great hammock resource. thanks for sharing

[@lilricky2515]

HarleyWood23 No problem, although a more complete hammock resource is hammockforums.net. Alot of US made hammocks/tarps/underquilts/top quilts and techniques.

[@jonfyfazan]

👏👏👍👌🇳🇴

[@exceptionalgamer9842]

why carry the xtra weight... just learn to tie a proper knot do the research, gain the knowledge and you will further your wallet and make your life easier.

[@tskfrcdgr]

Not sure 5,000 pounds is enough. You look pretty heavy.