Easy-to-use Hammock Knots
Ordinary
knots like a square knot or even a "slip" knot are terrible for
hanging hammocks because they get so tight you usually have to cut the ropes
off.
Our "official" knot for attaching ropes to the hammock loops is
called a "bowline". It works with either one or both ends of the
rope and can be untied or adjusted easily
Begin by bringing the rope trough the loop...pass it around the back side
of the loop, then under the incoming rope, but not back through the loop!!.
To untie the knot or adjust the height, just push the hanging ropes back into
the loop. It's really worth a couple of minutes to learn.
For a quick hitch to a tree or post simply double the rope around the object
and run the ends back through the middle. This will hold securely while in
use, but it will always come off quickly adn easily when you're ready to move
on.
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How to hang your hammock
You can hang your hammock indoors or outside from just about any two sturdy suspension points. This may include two trees, post or proch columns; one tree and a post or privacy fence; a camper or RV and a nerby tree; of from a screw eye or bolt fastened securely to the frame of your house, garage or interior walls. You can hang it in a straight line, acrros a corner or, from a ceiling or tree limb for use as a comfortable chair. The ideal hanging space is about 12-15 feet long...Let ir make a big "smile" and it will be more roomy and comfortable.
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