National hammock day is on july 22nd.
Turtledog hammock stand weight limit.
To be safe i d say 250 lbs.
I thought i give the turtle dog hammock stand a go.
That s only 125 pounds per leg.
While it doesn t include a stand it can easily be hooked up or you can usually pick up a good 15 inch hammock stand reasonably priced at amazon.
This weight limit is not true for all hammocks so it is important to check the manufacturer s rating.
My only concern is the weight limit.
However most hammocks will hold from 300 450 pounds safely.
I have supported a hammock with a single 2x2 on each side and i weigh over 250 lbs.
A hammock is defined as a sling made.
I ve seen multiple methods in the videos and pictures i ve looked at.
1 4 x2 5 my next stand will be 5 16 x2 bolts with locknuts and fender washers x8 small stainless.
It s one heck of an eye appealing hammock and also comes in 2 color varieties.
The amount of weight a hammock can hold all depends on the hammock suspension and anchor.
I have no suitable trees in the backyard and i just need some fresh air cool.
While you may have never heard of this obscure holiday that does not mean it isn t worth celebrating.
Before we look at the project however here are some fun facts about hammocks that you may not have known.
Supporting 350 pounds with two tripods you are only putting 60 pounds on each leg.
Otherwise i ll probably lose the s hooks.
Also how did you attach the fence rail to the turtledog stands.
Your 2 2 turtledog and fence rail idea is exactly what i want to do for this crazy hammock a friend bought for me in bali.
I d like to replace the s hooks with quality biners.
It s weight capacity rating is at 450 lbs and is large enough to possibly fit 2 normal size adults.
Turtledog tripod hammock stand diy.
With a tripod on each end you divide the total weight by six.