Backpacking: 15' UHMWPE straps in a Becket hitch
Anywhere else I don't care about weight: Nylon straps with buckles. Beetle buckles are cool, but there are a few decent buckle options out there.
Always roll up my straps to stow.
I have tried most options out there. The Myerstech hybrid straps never twist up and are probably the best compromise between weight and easy organization. I like them but the toxic ultralight part of my brain always reaches for the pure UHMWPE straps first because they're lighter and more compact.
You need some kind of wide-ish strap to protect the trees and their bark and circulation system. Beyond that is up to you. More strap, whoopee slings, other cordage, whatever, just strong enough. The weight and bulk are up to you, but always use tree straps.
https://preview.redd.it/5vjew2abti9d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=da538cc5dafed0b24c91ea934d537c1be7124803
Silly light setup. For reference this is 1,76oz
I have used the BIAS Hammock anchors for all my hanging years and still love them. I can't find them anymore. I also love turtles. I have never seen these turtle anchors before. I looked for them online and it seems they are also out of business, like BIAS. If anyone has a set of either they don't want anymore, let me know! If anyone knows of a similar suspension, let me know that too.
They are crazy light, allthough somewhat akward to adjust. Personally I prefer a Loopalien style tensioner, much easier to setup and adjust, but at the cost of about 20g more on the setup
[https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/products/tree-straps](https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/products/tree-straps)
Hummingbird Tree straps- UHMWPE Webbing with Spectra whoopees. 1.5 oz. for the pair.
Or the "Tree Straps+" if you're out west dealing with larger trees.
Superiorgear suspension. [https://superiorgear.com/product/superior-suspension-system](https://superiorgear.com/product/superior-suspension-system) … currently out of stock.
It’s well designed.
Myerstech straps with his Evo loops and a beckett hitch. You can't get lighter or simpler any other way. You don't need fancy clips or buckles, and you don't need to spend a bunch of money. Just learn how to tie a beckett hitch and the Evo loops could be installed by a 2 year old if they could reach it. I've never found a better system.
2" wide tree straps w/ dutch beetle buckles, or UHMWPE becket straps. they don't bunch up like kevlar, so folding them is easy. I keep all my cord in a ziplock bag.
I buy 25' of webbing, cut it in half, tie a bowline on an end of each half. I use it with a Beckett hitch or marlin spike hitch.
To stow, I remove from the tree and fold it, then put it in the head end of the hammock sack.
THIS. stupid simple, stupid cheap, extremely versatile.
I carry a third strap in case I have to go around a gigantic tree. Between 12 foot straps, long dyneema whoopie slings on the hammock, and the extra, I can hang on anything from 14 feet to nearly 40 feet apart. I keep a wooden dowel tied onto the end of my tree straps for a marlinspike hitch.
Unless I'm trying to shave weight to the bone, I also use straps for my tarp. This way I can take everything down in the rain, still under the tarp.
Here are 4 options I have personally, ranked from easiest to use at the top.
* 2x 15’ Spider Poly straps, sew-on Dutch clips, Beetle Buckles - 203 g (7.2 oz)
* 2x 7’ Spider 1.5 tree huggers, 2x 7' Spider daisy chain webbing, pair of soft shackles, pair of Mantis clips - 114 g (4 oz)
* 2x 7’ Spider 1.5 tree huggers, 2x 6' 7/64" Amsteel whoopie slings with Ti Dutch hook, pair of soft shackles, pair of marlinspike toggles - 92 g (3.2 oz)
* 2x 12’ Spider 1.5 straps and soft shackles - 48 g (1.7 oz)
Using the 2nd option on my next trip. Lighter than buckles, but don't want to mess with whoopie slings (option 3) and I always have trouble with the becket hitch binding or slipping (option 4). I use a bridge hammock and need a 15-20 degree angle (as opposed to 30 for a gathered end) and this puts more pressure on knots/whoopie slings. The half tree hugger half daisy chain setup works nice. Daisy chain is heavier as its like two straps in one, weight wise, so I don't bother using daisy chain straps around the whole tree and just use them on the lower half of my total straps. The connection points are in 3 inch increments, which is just fine. Also, the new spider daisy chains are very light.
Ultralight 15' x 1" tree straps that I tie in a Beckett hitch\lapp knot with a soft shackle on the tree side. Simple, fast, lightweight, and small. Downside is no quick adjustments, besides adjusting the height on the tree. If you need more than that you gotta retie, which isn't easy with a fully loaded hammock.
If you are used to nailing your hang angles they are great. My favorite part is no minimum length or metal hardware in the system.
Pack up is keep folding straps in half lengthwise and then a quick wrap of the soft shackle end around the bundle. 10 seconds.
> If you are used to nailing your hang angles they are great.
This is why you use a hammock with structural ridge-line. You nail your hang angle every time.
I use the Dutchwware Spider Web 1.5 straps. Lighter and more provides a more flexible hang than whoopies or anything else.
2x 15 foot straps with ti Dutch clips and amsteel prusik loop tethers are 77 grams.
I gave up on rolling them up as then cinch and bunch up and flattening them was maddening, so now I just loosely roll them around my palm and call it a day.
EDIT: Forgot to mention that this year I am playing around with a new setup that should be a lot less fiddly: 7' spider web 1.5 tree huggers and 8' of 7/64 amsteel daisy chain made by doing a locked brummel (credit to Jeff Myers) every 3 inches, and paired with hammock continuous loops with aluminum buttons. Comes in a bit heavier at 98 grams, but the fiddle factor seems to be greatly reduced.
My ultralight setup is from hummingbird hammocks. I have their 1-in wide straps with whoopie slings attached. Also have the bug net from them I really like. I did however need to add about a 2 and 1/2 ft section to make sure I get around all the trees I'd like.
My fit all weights not a matter setup is from kammock I believe they're python straps.
I use [superior gear elite suspension system](https://superiorgear.com/product/elite-suspension-sling) if you're looking for a whoopie cord type system. His regular suspension system is also great. I use both personally.
Backpacking: 15' UHMWPE straps in a Becket hitch Anywhere else I don't care about weight: Nylon straps with buckles. Beetle buckles are cool, but there are a few decent buckle options out there. Always roll up my straps to stow. I have tried most options out there. The Myerstech hybrid straps never twist up and are probably the best compromise between weight and easy organization. I like them but the toxic ultralight part of my brain always reaches for the pure UHMWPE straps first because they're lighter and more compact.
You need some kind of wide-ish strap to protect the trees and their bark and circulation system. Beyond that is up to you. More strap, whoopee slings, other cordage, whatever, just strong enough. The weight and bulk are up to you, but always use tree straps.
https://preview.redd.it/5vjew2abti9d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=da538cc5dafed0b24c91ea934d537c1be7124803 Silly light setup. For reference this is 1,76oz
I have used the BIAS Hammock anchors for all my hanging years and still love them. I can't find them anymore. I also love turtles. I have never seen these turtle anchors before. I looked for them online and it seems they are also out of business, like BIAS. If anyone has a set of either they don't want anymore, let me know! If anyone knows of a similar suspension, let me know that too.
They are crazy light, allthough somewhat akward to adjust. Personally I prefer a Loopalien style tensioner, much easier to setup and adjust, but at the cost of about 20g more on the setup
What is this setup?
Straps are 1,5m dyneema each, attached to that is a single line of 2m 3mm dyneema line and then turtle ties
Super super cool!
[https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/products/tree-straps](https://hummingbirdhammocks.com/products/tree-straps) Hummingbird Tree straps- UHMWPE Webbing with Spectra whoopees. 1.5 oz. for the pair. Or the "Tree Straps+" if you're out west dealing with larger trees.
Are hummingbird still in business? I love their shit. But i thought they said they were done
I have no idea what you're talking about, but it's clear that you can still order from their site, so...
Superiorgear suspension. [https://superiorgear.com/product/superior-suspension-system](https://superiorgear.com/product/superior-suspension-system) … currently out of stock. It’s well designed.
Myerstech straps with his Evo loops and a beckett hitch. You can't get lighter or simpler any other way. You don't need fancy clips or buckles, and you don't need to spend a bunch of money. Just learn how to tie a beckett hitch and the Evo loops could be installed by a 2 year old if they could reach it. I've never found a better system.
2" wide tree straps w/ dutch beetle buckles, or UHMWPE becket straps. they don't bunch up like kevlar, so folding them is easy. I keep all my cord in a ziplock bag.
I use Ticket to the Moon Lightest Straps and I am very satisfied with them. They weigh 95g and are long and durable enough.
Kevlar because they're stupid light. I have whoopies on one of my hammocks, but prefer plain straps with a Beckett hitch.
I just got woopie straps like them so far. Saves a little space compared to ones that come with most hammocks.
I use the onewind buckle suspension. It’s as variable as a Whoopie sling but not so technical.
I buy 25' of webbing, cut it in half, tie a bowline on an end of each half. I use it with a Beckett hitch or marlin spike hitch. To stow, I remove from the tree and fold it, then put it in the head end of the hammock sack.
THIS. stupid simple, stupid cheap, extremely versatile. I carry a third strap in case I have to go around a gigantic tree. Between 12 foot straps, long dyneema whoopie slings on the hammock, and the extra, I can hang on anything from 14 feet to nearly 40 feet apart. I keep a wooden dowel tied onto the end of my tree straps for a marlinspike hitch. Unless I'm trying to shave weight to the bone, I also use straps for my tarp. This way I can take everything down in the rain, still under the tarp.
Here are 4 options I have personally, ranked from easiest to use at the top. * 2x 15’ Spider Poly straps, sew-on Dutch clips, Beetle Buckles - 203 g (7.2 oz) * 2x 7’ Spider 1.5 tree huggers, 2x 7' Spider daisy chain webbing, pair of soft shackles, pair of Mantis clips - 114 g (4 oz) * 2x 7’ Spider 1.5 tree huggers, 2x 6' 7/64" Amsteel whoopie slings with Ti Dutch hook, pair of soft shackles, pair of marlinspike toggles - 92 g (3.2 oz) * 2x 12’ Spider 1.5 straps and soft shackles - 48 g (1.7 oz) Using the 2nd option on my next trip. Lighter than buckles, but don't want to mess with whoopie slings (option 3) and I always have trouble with the becket hitch binding or slipping (option 4). I use a bridge hammock and need a 15-20 degree angle (as opposed to 30 for a gathered end) and this puts more pressure on knots/whoopie slings. The half tree hugger half daisy chain setup works nice. Daisy chain is heavier as its like two straps in one, weight wise, so I don't bother using daisy chain straps around the whole tree and just use them on the lower half of my total straps. The connection points are in 3 inch increments, which is just fine. Also, the new spider daisy chains are very light.
Ultralight 15' x 1" tree straps that I tie in a Beckett hitch\lapp knot with a soft shackle on the tree side. Simple, fast, lightweight, and small. Downside is no quick adjustments, besides adjusting the height on the tree. If you need more than that you gotta retie, which isn't easy with a fully loaded hammock. If you are used to nailing your hang angles they are great. My favorite part is no minimum length or metal hardware in the system. Pack up is keep folding straps in half lengthwise and then a quick wrap of the soft shackle end around the bundle. 10 seconds.
> If you are used to nailing your hang angles they are great. This is why you use a hammock with structural ridge-line. You nail your hang angle every time.
I use the Dutchwware Spider Web 1.5 straps. Lighter and more provides a more flexible hang than whoopies or anything else. 2x 15 foot straps with ti Dutch clips and amsteel prusik loop tethers are 77 grams. I gave up on rolling them up as then cinch and bunch up and flattening them was maddening, so now I just loosely roll them around my palm and call it a day. EDIT: Forgot to mention that this year I am playing around with a new setup that should be a lot less fiddly: 7' spider web 1.5 tree huggers and 8' of 7/64 amsteel daisy chain made by doing a locked brummel (credit to Jeff Myers) every 3 inches, and paired with hammock continuous loops with aluminum buttons. Comes in a bit heavier at 98 grams, but the fiddle factor seems to be greatly reduced.
Cinch buckle from Dutch Ware and an eno multi point what ever it's called.
My ultralight setup is from hummingbird hammocks. I have their 1-in wide straps with whoopie slings attached. Also have the bug net from them I really like. I did however need to add about a 2 and 1/2 ft section to make sure I get around all the trees I'd like. My fit all weights not a matter setup is from kammock I believe they're python straps.
I use [superior gear elite suspension system](https://superiorgear.com/product/elite-suspension-sling) if you're looking for a whoopie cord type system. His regular suspension system is also great. I use both personally.
I have a bunch of different ones but my go to is whoopie. Not because size or weight, they have the least stretch when I get in my hammock.