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Adjustable bridges

Whitetail Nut

Whitetail Nut

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Question... when making a adjustable bridge can u use a ropeman 1 for adjusting bridge length or is that a bad idea? Also what are the best knots to tie your rope to your bridge loops?
 
Figure 8s should be used on the bridge. You can use an ascender on your bridge but probably won't like it because the ascender and the carabiner it requires will be in the way and restrict your movement unless you run a very long bridge
 
Murph4028 said:
Figure 8s should be used on the bridge. You can use an ascender on your bridge but probably won't like it because the ascender and the carabiner it requires will be in the way and restrict your movement unless you run a very long bridge
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So would a Prusik be my next option or what works best?
 
Most guys who run adjustable bridges do it with an amsteel whoopie sling. @g2outdoors has some good videos on YouTube on how to splice amsteel. Check and recheck that you've done everything right and always test at ground level prior to use at hunting height
 
beenhunting said:
I'm running a 1/4 amsteel woopie sling, and I really like it. I made it long enough that I can throw it over my shoulders for the walk in, and that keeps my bridge and bridge loops managed while walking.
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I’m gonna have to look into the woopie sling. I’ve heard of it but never seen it or how it works.
 
Whitetail Nut said:
I’m gonna have to look into the woopie sling. I’ve heard of it but never seen it or how it works.
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Been there done that and I liked it.
But I like an adjustable webbing bridge even better. I removed my Amsteel whoopie. Tubular webbing and tri slides for me.
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Are you using tubular or flat webbing? I'm looking to go the trip slide route as well. Do you think the webbing would be strong enough for SRT or DdRT?
 
Jlong4140 said:
Are you using tubular or flat webbing? I'm looking to go the trip slide route as well. Do you think the webbing would be strong enough for SRT or DdRT?
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In that photo, it's flat webbing, but only because of a miscommunication when I ordered from Strapworks. It was supposed to be tubular. Strapworks is sending me tubular in a week or so. The breaking strength of 1" tubular from Strapworks is 2,200 lbs. I have no experience with SRT or DdRT climbing so I won't comment on if tubular webbing is appropriate for those techniques, but the cut and paste below seems to say that it's used for climbing.
I also read somewhere on the Strapworks site that tubular ties knots better than flat, so if a guy wanted to tie it to the bridge loops, it'll take knots better than flat will.
This is from Strapworks site, but they have videos and lots more info there....
Tubular Webbing
Tubular webbing consists of a flattened tube of webbing material, giving it the extra strength and support needed for heavy duty activities. It is stronger than flat webbing and is commonly used in industrial applications or for prolonged weight-bearing activities such as climbing or aerial performances. In fact, tubular webbing is the product of choice for slackline webbing and nylon climbing webbing. Here at Strapworks, tubular webbing is available in solid color nylon, solid color polyester or patterned polyester varieties. We also proudly offer custom strap orders using tubular webbing and one of our many strap hardware items to create a strap exactly to your specifications. Read on for important information regarding our nylon and polyester tubular webbing, and order from our team today!

 
Allegheny Tom said:
In that photo, it's flat webbing, but only because of a miscommunication when I ordered from Strapworks. It was supposed to be tubular. Strapworks is sending me tubular in a week or so. The breaking strength of 1" tubular from Strapworks is 2,200 lbs. I have no experience with SRT or DdRT climbing so I won't comment on if tubular webbing is appropriate for those techniques, but the cut and paste below seems to say that it's used for climbing.
I also read somewhere on the Strapworks site that tubular ties knots better than flat, so if a guy wanted to tie it to the bridge loops, it'll take knots better than flat will.
This is from Strapworks site, but they have videos and lots more info there....
Tubular Webbing
Tubular webbing consists of a flattened tube of webbing material, giving it the extra strength and support needed for heavy duty activities. It is stronger than flat webbing and is commonly used in industrial applications or for prolonged weight-bearing activities such as climbing or aerial performances. In fact, tubular webbing is the product of choice for slackline webbing and nylon climbing webbing. Here at Strapworks, tubular webbing is available in solid color nylon, solid color polyester or patterned polyester varieties. We also proudly offer custom strap orders using tubular webbing and one of our many strap hardware items to create a strap exactly to your specifications. Read on for important information regarding our nylon and polyester tubular webbing, and order from our team today!

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Thank you for the information! I appreciate it!
 
Murph4028 said:
Most guys who run adjustable bridges do it with an amsteel whoopie sling. @g2outdoors has some good videos on YouTube on how to splice amsteel. Check and recheck that you've done everything right and always test at ground level prior to use at hunting height
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I wouldn't say most guys. Rope is already there for most guys. Pretty easy to do a prussic.
 
Allegheny Tom said:
Been there done that and I liked it.
But I like an adjustable webbing bridge even better. I removed my Amsteel whoopie. Tubular webbing and tri slides for me.
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Tom that looks awesome! What do I need for this? I went to strap works and ordered the tubular webbing and 1" black slides. Not sure about the slides though.
 
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1" Tubular nylon should have a break strength of 4000lbs. Poly may be 2000lbs
 
Allegheny Tom said:
Been there done that and I liked it.
But I like an adjustable webbing bridge even better. I removed my Amsteel whoopie. Tubular webbing and tri slides for me.
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source for those tri-slides please. If those are also on strap works, which one are you using?
 
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