How about this? Amsteel? I've already made a whoopie LB and it was easy.
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You should post some pictures of how you have the webbing run through the adjusters. If I’m not mistaken the adjusters shouldn’t be weight bearing. They simply trap the webbing so that it can’t come undone.I was fiddling with my Kn/Sw (no sew) today while it rained (no climbing practice) and I noticed that all four of my metal 1" strap adjusters are bending, presumably under the strain of my fat ass (215) climbing with them yesterday.
Should I be worried about this? Using wrong product or put together wrong?
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Testing today on a practice climb went well as far as the water knots and my cinch tube go. Those that don't want to sew should look at this method. The knots held strong and the cinch tube seemed to solve the boot slippage issue.I think I have an idea to solve the boot slippage I had experienced earlier and that others are mentioning. I cut a 5-6" piece of tubular webbing and inserted each Kn/Sw foot loop inside the "tube" and out the other side. This allows me to slide the tube up and down the Kn/Sw to snug the foot loop firmly against my boot. Seems to hold when I apply pressure to the strap... though admittedly that is testing in my living room only. I'll have to try it on a tree tomorrow and report back.
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Something I've learned is that if I'm not happy in the yard I definitely won't be happy in the woods. I have tried almost every climbing method. A lot of them are fun and work great in the yard. When I get in the woods I don't like them for hunting. I need to be confident AND safe when I'm out there in the woods.Testing today on a practice climb went well as far as the water knots and my cinch tube go. Those that don't want to sew should look at this method. The knots held strong and the cinch tube seemed to solve the boot slippage issue.
The climb itself was not so reassuring. I didn't fall or anything but for some reason I felt much more unstable and nervous than any of my previous practice sessions. I actually gave up after only three steps and decided to try again another day. I think the main issue was my tree had some varying lean to it at different points. Nothing I would have even noticed with my climber but enough to want to force my body sideways as I stepped up the aiders.
Left a little discouraged since the season is drawing so close. If my saddle would just get here so I can do real practice with either the WEs or my HC it would be nice. Sigh....
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Besides using the right thread what else is there to consider on sewing properly? Asking for a friend lolBLUF: If you are going to sew, make sure you know how to sew properly for the application.
So it sounds like some people are having problems with buckles and/or stitching failures. People need to be careful with sewing especially if you are new with it. I am still waiting on all my stuff to come in that I ordered to make mine with all rated weight bearing components. From my research on sewing I learned that the forces applied to the stitching when sewing a foot loop are different than on a loop attached to a small hook or carabineer sized attachment. Essentially the wider eye on the foot loop pulls the straps apart pulling on the stitches, so the forces applied include, not only a downward force vector, but also a pulling the straps apart force vector. (Very technical terms there, LOL) With the smaller eye there isn't a pulling the strap apart force vector. Not sure if that makes any sense or not. If not, let me know and I can try to draw a simple diagram to illustrate. The bottom line is make sure you are sewing properly, and if you aren't sure you are, then consider just using knots or a configuration using pre-sewn/manufactured rated components.
So it sounds like some people are having problems with buckles and/or stitching failures. People need to be careful with sewing especially if you are new with it. I am still waiting on all my stuff to come in that I ordered to make mine with all rated weight bearing components. From my research on sewing I learned that the forces applied to the stitching when sewing a foot loop are different than on a loop attached to a small hook or carabineer sized attachment. Essentially the wider eye on the foot loop pulls the straps apart pulling on the stitches, so the forces applied include, not only a downward force vector, but also a pulling the straps apart force vector. (Very technical terms there, LOL) With the smaller eye there isn't a pulling the strap apart force vector. Not sure if that makes any sense or not. If not, let me know and I can try to draw a simple diagram to illustrate. The bottom line is make sure you are sewing properly, and if you aren't sure you are, then consider just using knots or a configuration using pre-sewn/manufactured rated components.
Besides using the right thread what else is there to consider on sewing properly? Asking for a friend lol
One way to eliminate the multi direction stress on the stitching is to make your loop larger and add a 3 bar adjuster. This should significantly reduce the stress on the stitches and ensure the stress that is there is on a single plane. It also allows me to cinch the loop to my foot.
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https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sewing-resources-and-information.6100/
There is a video series on sewing webbing in this thread. A box x should be plenty strong in this application since these should not be receiving a shock load.
WOW! gorgeous work! Thanks for the info.One way to eliminate the multi direction stress on the stitching is to make your loop larger and add a 3 bar adjuster. This should significantly reduce the stress on the stitches and ensure the stress that is there is on a single plane. It also allows me to cinch the loop to my foot.
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https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sewing-resources-and-information.6100/
There is a video series on sewing webbing in this thread. A box x should be plenty strong in this application since these should not be receiving a shock load.
Yep....StrapworksWhere did you source your 3 bar adjuster from? Strapworks?
One way to eliminate the multi direction stress on the stitching is to make your loop larger and add a 3 bar adjuster. This should significantly reduce the stress on the stitches and ensure the stress that is there is on a single plane. It also allows me to cinch the loop to my foot.
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https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sewing-resources-and-information.6100/
There is a video series on sewing webbing in this thread. A box x should be plenty strong in this application since these should not be receiving a shock load.
I've actually been thinking that I need to re-stitch my loop to make it smaller to in an effort to keep it on my foot better. I'm having occasional trouble with the bands. This should do the trick!
It really needs to be tight around the foot to stay in place, otherwise it is prone to falling off. That's why a slide is nice because you can cinch it up tight to your foot. Plus it makes it easier when putting the loop on.
One way to eliminate the multi direction stress on the stitching is to make your loop larger and add a 3 bar adjuster. This should significantly reduce the stress on the stitches and ensure the stress that is there is on a single plane. It also allows me to cinch the loop to my foot.
View attachment 6257
https://saddlehunter.com/community/index.php?threads/sewing-resources-and-information.6100/
There is a video series on sewing webbing in this thread. A box x should be plenty strong in this application since these should not be receiving a shock load.