A bit late to the game here, but I am glad videos like these exist when I scratch my head with some rope in my hands thinking "THERE HAS TO BE A BETTER WAY." Apparently there was a better way, thank you for the information and instructions :).
Wow, thank you so much for the unexpected but extremely helpful tutorial toward the end on splicing the dutch hook on to the Zing It. I followed the directions and DID IT! Great video.
Optimally for the hammock + tarp set: fixed hook on one side + wasp on both sides. Then you have two options. It is important that the tarpaulin sling does not cross or touch the hammock sling.
Thanks! I have the wasp but didn't realize the hook was part of the setup. I manage with a small carabiner instead of Dutch hook - not worth all the shipping costs only to order a couple small pieces of Dutchware.
Rather than splicing the Dutch hook on, can you just tie a strong knot to attach the hook? (like a round turn and two half hitches for example?) Would that be just as effective? Thanks for the video!
Why do you use 1.75mm cordage as opposed to something like 550 paracord? I understand that the wasp and the other products on dutchware gear have small holes. Is that the only reason?
I used paracord for a long time and found it stretches way too much for what I do. Not that weight is a big deal to me, but paracord is a little heavy for what you get. I do use paracord or I like to have some and gut it a lot for different applications. But for tarps I like it to be super static. How about you?
What is the difference between the Dutch Fly and Dutch Wasp? They seem to accomplish the exact same thing. Why one vs the other? And what are you prussic loops made from? (tied or spliced?)
one was made in eastern Germany and other was made in western to compete as a bigger dick... There is no diffrence, they both need blue pills to be more efficient. Waste of time and money. A homeless wooden stick does better.
I just bought my first tarp and this looks very light and fairly easy. Would this also hold a the hammock chair from Dutchware ? I'd like to do this without asking my husband for help.
Hi Kris, it may be able to hold a hammock chair barely but I wouldn't count on it. I use the marlin spike hitch method and that is even lighter...nothing.
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A bit late to the game here, but I am glad videos like these exist when I scratch my head with some rope in my hands thinking "THERE HAS TO BE A BETTER WAY." Apparently there was a better way, thank you for the information and instructions :).
a like button just doesn't do this vid justice. thanks for taking the time to show us. now to watch it several times and practice
Thanks a ton. Comments like that make doing these worth it
Wow, thank you so much for the unexpected but extremely helpful tutorial toward the end on splicing the dutch hook on to the Zing It. I followed the directions and DID IT! Great video.
Finally! I had the wasp on the wrong side. Didn't realize it needs to be on the side of the tree you wrap around and come back to. Success!
Optimally for the hammock + tarp set: fixed hook on one side + wasp on both sides. Then you have two options. It is important that the tarpaulin sling does not cross or touch the hammock sling.
Thanks! I have the wasp but didn't realize the hook was part of the setup. I manage with a small carabiner instead of Dutch hook - not worth all the shipping costs only to order a couple small pieces of Dutchware.
Liked the video. One day when I have the time, I’d like to tie my own wasps like you have.
So small! Very cool hardware! 👍
Thanks Jason
Nice video! Thank you! I like the handle idea on the wasp end! Really make for a nice, neat appearance.
Thanks Bob, I like the handle too. Learned it somewhere along the line.
Great vid!
Same rig I use.
Thanks Rich. Slowly working through all the systems. Flyz are next. Good thing my whole family hangs.
Rather than splicing the Dutch hook on, can you just tie a strong knot to attach the hook? (like a round turn and two half hitches for example?) Would that be just as effective? Thanks for the video!
Yes, just knotting it is fine really. Thanks for watching
I been using the dutch fly for my ridge line for years now. Also use #95 paracord for my ridge line. Pressic knots seem to hold better on it
Good to know. I have some reflective line that I am trying to integrate too that looks grippy
Do you find the stretch in paracord is a problem or no?
@@dman7106 for me not so much used for tarps
great vid bruce i have same setup!
Very interesting. Shame I couldn’t really see what you were doing.
Why do you use 1.75mm cordage as opposed to something like 550 paracord? I understand that the wasp and the other products on dutchware gear have small holes. Is that the only reason?
I used paracord for a long time and found it stretches way too much for what I do. Not that weight is a big deal to me, but paracord is a little heavy for what you get. I do use paracord or I like to have some and gut it a lot for different applications. But for tarps I like it to be super static. How about you?
@@naturecallsoutdoors I'm a tent and floorless tipi guy. Just purchased my first hammock and tarp yesterday
What is the difference between the Dutch Fly and Dutch Wasp? They seem to accomplish the exact same thing. Why one vs the other? And what are you prussic loops made from? (tied or spliced?)
The Fly is smaller, but basically the same. I feel the Wasp is more user friendly though
one was made in eastern Germany and other was made in western to compete as a bigger dick... There is no diffrence, they both need blue pills to be more efficient. Waste of time and money.
A homeless wooden stick does better.
I just bought my first tarp and this looks very light and fairly easy. Would this also hold a the hammock chair from Dutchware ? I'd like to do this without asking my husband for help.
Hi Kris, it may be able to hold a hammock chair barely but I wouldn't count on it. I use the marlin spike hitch method and that is even lighter...nothing.
Ok, I'll check that out. Thank you. Do you have a beginners video ?
@@kevans2337 here is a spot in one of my videos that explains it ruclips.net/video/E354mgCnvm8/видео.html
@@kevans2337 For hammocks, not specifically but do have topics in this playlist ruclips.net/p/PL7LdqHFvzmE4UO10f_huv5Zco_IvVphbJ that may help. I have a general playlist for backpacking here ruclips.net/p/PL7LdqHFvzmE7hafhDof7vwSmbzl_wRkS If there is anything specific I could make a video for you or direct you to one I like.