Thank you so much, I've been using these straps for 4 years and as of now I found out that they were adjustable. You are an absolute life saver, and a king👑👑👑
@user-hv3xv4xs6j2 жыл бұрын
Oh Wolfgang... You should've let Salieri off the hook and read the manual ;)
@eddiemabethekaratebiker10 ай бұрын
I just purchased a set of those yesterday and tried them out and they work great very simple and convenient,,,a whole lot better than trying to tie knots and loops and all that
@PhoenixGenesis6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the demo. No one at REI could explain how it worked. Bought them today to go with my new ENO sub6 hammock. Love my Atlas straps, but they were a bit heavy on my Pacific Crest Trail hike this year.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Phoenix Genesis Thanks for taking time to comment. So glad it helped. The only negative about these straps is length. If you into issues, there are lots of companies that make much longer whoopie slings. You can even install them through the gathered ends of your hammock to Shave some more weight.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Also how was your hike? I've tried three times to through hike pct only made it to Oregon once.
@PhoenixGenesis6 жыл бұрын
Great American Survival I just carry along the Therm-a-rest tree straps or ENO extension straps to get a bit more length. Requires 2 extra carabiners, but I use the lightweight ones.
@PhoenixGenesis6 жыл бұрын
Great American Survival That is still a major accomplishment!!! This is my 3rd year practicing for a thru-hike - shaving weight, troubleshooting problems on the trail, and balancing being away from home and work and family. Hopefully, 2019 will be the year. This year, I will probably only be able to finish the Sierras, but love being in a hammock this year over a tent. In my Sub6 now typing this!
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Checking back with you about your through hike. Is it still good for 2019?
@adventureswithfrodo2721 Жыл бұрын
You can not be to worried about weight using the clips you are using. Those woight about 3oz each. Use climbing biners that wiegh less then an ounce. There are other options but you can find them.
@TimWatsonOutdoors8 жыл бұрын
Yea, those dyneema straps are great! I have whoopie slings on my lightweight hammock system and love it.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim, they are very cool.
@EvansBackpackingVideos8 жыл бұрын
I've been using that ENO suspension system for awhile -- it's much lighter than the other ENO option. Nice review.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Used other Whoopie slings before..
@BluecollarBackcountry8 жыл бұрын
Hey Marvin. I'm more of a tent backpacker, but I do use my hammock for relaxing and the occasional trip. I did a video on using a simple nylon strap with a sewn in loop and do a simple slip hitch knot. I save the weight of carabiners and get the straps from a cheap set of cam buckle loading straps. The tag end I tie back up about a foot away from the hammock and rain runs down the loop instead of getting me soaked. Anyway....great review, and always cool to see what others are doing. Take care.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
Great advice. Thanks a lot.
@greatamericansurvival7 жыл бұрын
I used a pair of Ratchet straps just the strap not the buckle.
@LeeRalph1008 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this, as you know I need a new system. I have whoopies on my old hammock, and will be adding them to my new hammock...WOW Just checked out the link, I did not realize the whoopie sling came with the straps..great deal!! I removed all cordage from my old hammock replacing with the whoopie to cut weight...I am sure the same could be done with this. Thanks for sharing!!
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
I really liked having them. I can actually pack them in the Stuff with my Yukon XL hammock. Not enough room in with the Eno Double.
@Outwestwithchris17 жыл бұрын
Well done Marvin, thorough reiew.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Out West with Chris Thanks Bro, sorry I missed this comment. Be safe
@Ichihiro36 Жыл бұрын
150 lbs each does add, meaning if you use both of the straps (like most people almost always do) then the total weight capacity would be 300 lbs. Still, for two grown adults, that's not much room for error (ie bad hangle [my word for hanging angle])... but if you're both light people, it could definitely work.
@MoswenMedia11 ай бұрын
150 pounds is the insurance working load lol. That's what the legal team told them to rate them at. I imagine they wouldn't even fail at 500lbs. As long as you're not jumping up and down on them lol.
@kbbjedi8 жыл бұрын
I went to high school with Jack Johnson 👍🏼.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
That's awesome.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
I've been a huge fan. He helps me stay Calm.
@joshbee45625 жыл бұрын
I got my sweetie the SingleNest w/ conventional straps for her beach days - which she LOVES - but I'm going with the Sub6 + Helios for my bicycle and hiking packs. I've seen folks on the A.T. having good luck w/ this system. (I'm glad I lost those 40 lbs.)
@greatamericansurvival5 жыл бұрын
Josh Bee - Thanks john I’m just glad your both enjoying hammock life. If your looking to go lightweight I use a Yukon Outfitter hammock. Comes with straps with cinch buckle included for under $60.00.
@clintgolub17516 жыл бұрын
Were you using a separate mic? I noticed the audio didn't sync with video in the first part.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Clint Golub - No it was an editing error on my part. Was trying something different and screwed up part of the video. What’s your current hammock setup?
@shovelhead88 жыл бұрын
Nice straps. Thank you for the video, Marvin
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@natelarge8 жыл бұрын
Neat product. I need to get into a hammock.
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
They are awesome.. Been hammock camping for over 30 years. Make sure you check out our Give a way. Thanks for watching
@natelarge8 жыл бұрын
found it
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
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@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
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@TheWeekendHiker8 жыл бұрын
First! Awesome review Marvin. Glad you are liking them. It's definitely a trade off. Saving weight vs strength. -ATB Adam
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
For couples camping gotta stick with the Atlas but these are awesome. Can't have Lil Red getting cold.
@richardreed62492 жыл бұрын
With only 150 lb limit, who does this work for? Or, do y9ou count the two of them, so a 300 lb limit?
@RASirie1 Жыл бұрын
Well, I don't know if my straps were defective, but when I put the hammock on and tighten the strap, it returns to its initial position... Please help!!😭
@heathschwab6 жыл бұрын
That is cool I've seen a few use on here and love it. Of course it would never hold no one like me. But very cool. Summers getting closer I'll need to find me one. But I got a way to use a hammock without trees. If you was to watch the trailer I'm working on for my yard sale slash camper. I can go from one corner to the other corner on the other side so I do want to try. But if possable to make work could make 2 fit but may only work for 2 smaller people. But I'll find 2 good ones me and my daughter. But thanks for sharing deff a good way to make easier. Have a good week god bless
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Danny Schwab That’s an awesome option Danny I’ve thought about doing a teardrop build.
@live4wild9688 жыл бұрын
I bought the same set of straps for my hammock. I haven't used them yet
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
They are amazing, for solo hammock camping. I like that they fit in the Hammocks stuff sack.
@echo1er6 жыл бұрын
The only thing I hate about them is the length. Wish it was a little bit longer
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
rhey simon Sorry for the delay, the length is the biggest limitation I’ve found. What’s your hammock setup currently? Thanks for watching
@aikirunner6 жыл бұрын
Lighter suspension, but those carabiners look pretty heavy.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
aikirunner They were, since then I have been using titanium toggles from Dutch. What’s your current hammock setup? Thanks for watching
@kyle_franks76623 жыл бұрын
But can u hang as long as the other style with all the loops?
@greatamericansurvival3 жыл бұрын
Not with these ones. But honestly you can buy longer ones from Dutch Ware Hammocks for less with a higher weight limit. So much easier to set up your hammock.
@kyle_franks76623 жыл бұрын
@@greatamericansurvival just checked there website and didn’t see em. Maybe I just missed em
@wheelsgonewild12868 жыл бұрын
very cool straps...
@greatamericansurvival8 жыл бұрын
Very light weight.
@stevenwaling234 жыл бұрын
So, there's no way to permanently attach it to the hammock so you can use a snakeskin? Wait... I guess with a stick you can use it like a toggle (Marlin spike) to lock it on the tree... what is the max length of the cordage and the length of the actual strap that goes around the tree? Second thing... please tell me you were just demonstrating with a cheapo backyard hammock... I say that b/c you talked about the importance of saving those 7oz, then had those crappy heavy carabiners? Just was kinda comical... ROFL, thanks for the review and showing it
@greatamericansurvival4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. No I have a lot of different hammocks. Everything from Cheap China to Custom Cottage companies, heck I even have a few my mom made me back in the 80’s. You could attach it to the hammock but like you said you’d have to use a toggle at some point to close to loop around the tree. I have a few high end titanium toggles and basic wooden ones I use. What hammock are you using?
@j.sargent91724 жыл бұрын
If you use Dutch clips or a carabiner on the part that goes around the tree you can leave it permanently attached to hammock. If you're going to use a marlin spike all you need is webbing then. None of the extra stuff does you any good. Dutchware and hammock gear have good toggles to use made from titanium and or u can cut a carbon fiber arrow.
@Wrpipertwin6 жыл бұрын
Your carabiners at hammock are weigh too heavy, if you are after light weight system
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
William Piper - Since this video I use titanium toggles. What hammock do you use currently? Have you been hanging long? Thanks for watching the video.
@charlietango16356 жыл бұрын
Hi there my friend, I am sorry but I have to disagree with regards to your whoopie slings in so much as the Berry is far too short and there for could slip, also the fixed loop is far too small, how they work is the amsteel is threaded through itself forming the berry, and this needs to be at least 9 or 10 inches long, you have to hold one end of the berry to make it longer, or hold the other end of the berry to make it shorter, then slide your finger and thumb along the berry to lock it off, I am only giving you my opinion before you learn the hard way.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
CharlieTango 1- Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I really appreciate your info, I've really enjoyed using Whoopie slings also with several of my other hammocks even a few I've made. What kind of hammock do you use? What part of the country are you in? I'm in Georgia and have been using my Dutch Wear Chameleon with the cinch buckles, they can handle more weight so me and my wife can share our hammock. But I have a great pair of whoopies in my Warbonnet Blackbird XL.
@HikingFeral4 жыл бұрын
How on earth did you and your wife sleep in one hammock lol 😂 I'm not dissing you but the logistics of that! Like I'm thinking hip crushing squashing and annoying when they pee. Like yeah as soon as the fun part of sleeping together is over that just be so uncomfortable. But if that works for you its amazing. One less hammock to carry.
@greatamericansurvival4 жыл бұрын
We have a very interesting relationship. Most people do sleep like us. Now in the summer trips she wants her own hammock but still hang from the same trees. Unless it’s just the two of us camping. We always spoon have shared a twin camper bed for years. It helps that she’s tiny basically a carryon.
@MrDegsy696 жыл бұрын
Is this product aimed at the US market or what? Why the need for a 'connect hammock here' tag. If this is not blatantly obvious to you, you would have to be totally out to lunch and a liability to yourself anywhere near a hammock. I really like my ENO double nest despite it being terribly over priced here in the UK but this product truly extracts the urine for sure. What is exactly is wrong with making the whoopie slings from dyneema cord yourself and learning something in the process? There are tons of rather excellent youtube videos out there showing you exactly how and there is absolutely bugger all to it.
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, I agree, I have bought and made Whoopie slings myself and this just another option. What’s your current setup. I’ve been using my Dutch Chameleon hammock and it’s amazing.
@MrDegsy696 жыл бұрын
@@greatamericansurvival I have an ENO double nest hammock that i have teamed up with a DD hammocks underquilt and 3x3 rain tarp for winter use with an additional lighter weight diamond tarp for summer use plus a DIY modified down sleeping bag topquilt and occasional use outdoor blanket. Additionaly i use a dyneema ridgeline tensioned like wire rope with two loop aliens to string the tarp up from. I used to use the ENO pocket loop web straps when i started out but found them to be just to plain bulky and heavy over time especially when packed wet. I just use the much lighter whoopie slings now in combination with minimal tree hugger straps. The ENO python straps are quite plainly over engineered and heavy for what they do. Hats off for use of the structural ridgeline btw. You would be amazed by the amount of people i have seen overtensioning hammocks and tearing them. It is an absolute must for twilight and stealth fly camping as it is often impossible to the get the perfect 30° dwell angle on the suspension webs or whoopie slings in fading light
@jadekayak016 жыл бұрын
150lbs-for farks sake.i weigh 136kgsl
@greatamericansurvival6 жыл бұрын
jadekayak01 Yes they are limited for weight but there are several cottage companies online that make much stronger and longer ones. What’s you current hammock setup? Thanks for watching
@jadekayak016 жыл бұрын
@@greatamericansurvival i use a self made ge with my own suspension devices on the hammock(larks headed under the knot) homemade tree straps with marlin spike connection to 3mm dyneema sk78. slingle line and connected to suspension devices-a little bit long to set up(6mins) but failsafe. i currantly use a sleeping pad with a sleeping bag(down) will make a down underquilt oneday soon 3mm dyneema is rated 1000kg breaking strain and i have an eye splice with stitching to hold it shut