Thank you! Yes, I am getting tired of those hooks that rust on those bungee cords and like the idea that these resulting bungee cords are marine grade & I assume UV resistant.
Instead of using Hog RINGS (not hog ties), you could just whip the connection with some waxed thread like you'd use for leather work. Cheaper, streamlined, abd doesn't require the heat shrink, won't cut you, etc.
I would of done a anglers loop knot to tie the bungie cord in with inch and half loop for a carabiner then hog tie that end knot heat shrink for extra safety good video
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095yes great video man I'm just like that with stuff always try to make it secure as possible are add a extra safety lare incase great for tarps in stormy weather's this set up of yours 👍🏻
great show and tell on how to do this... I love the hog tie/ hog ring idea... I was wondering what would work and this seems simple enough... what strength and thickness would you recommend for the bungie cord? Looking to make some bungie cord slings for my shotguns but I don't want them cutting into my shoulder... thank you!
If you saw how hog rings are really used…in their nose to keep them from rooting in the dirt. Real one are copper coated. The ones you have are probably for sausage or for upholstery. They would rust. Pinch tighter with regular pliers.
Just ordered some thank you. I had these rings lying around the garage so that’s what I used. Will probably make a better follow video with the smaller rings and some measurements for the bungees
@@jimstrickler8959 I make them all kinds of lengths. Are you looking in particular for the length on a Hobie outback to use with the cart? If so I can give you those measurements,. I also sell the kit on eBay if you’re looking to save some of the guesswork. I sell the kit with just the bungees or with the bungees and the pad eyes combined . Here are the links www.ebay.com/itm/No-tilt-Hobie-Outback-kayak-Trax-cart-bungee-Kit-/124762683365?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 www.ebay.com/itm/No-tilt-Hobie-Outback-kayak-Trax-cart-bungee-Only-Kit-/124906365889?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
On Amazon but they have been sold out recently. And the ones you do find are way over priced. I will try to post the link if I find them reasonably priced
Yes it was . That was over 2 years ago, I have since been using the appropriate size rings. I was using what I found at local stores at the time, now I order the right ones in bulk. Thank you for watching
I’m really curious as to why you think they are dangerous ? You do realize that most of the plastic hardware ones are metal hooks and just coated with plastic to prevent rust and scratching surfaces. Also the plastic coating thing is very recent, they’ve been making bungees with metal hooks for years and years before plastic.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 I have the same “lobster claw clips” as you, they are heavy duty. With the right size and length bungees, those clips can snap back and hit you. Ask me how I know that. Plastic coated wire hooks are way lighter and you get a better grip on then when released. Unhooking a lobster claw clip is a little harder while under tension and can slip out of your hand. Lobster claw clips go better with static rope or cord.
@@Heeman5 I hear ya, if I was clipping and unclipping those things all day and they kept snapping back and hitting me I’d look for a different option as well. I’m really not using them for anything like that. Mostly just securing a cooler to the kayak and other very light duty stuff that doesn’t require a lot of tension or taking them on and off frequently.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 I got ya, a clip like that is better for the job. 👍🏼👍🏼 Another thing, the longer the cord, the more dangerous it gets. Stay safe my friend! 💪🏼👍🏼
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 They are more dangerous. The heft & the hardness when the bungee breaks under tension & comes flying at you. This is expensive, time consuming & convoluted. It's ingredients in search of a recipe. Learn to use rope. Far more versatile, less dangerous, & cheap. I'm guessing you were never a Boyscout.
Thank you! Yes, I am getting tired of those hooks that rust on those bungee cords and like the idea that these resulting bungee cords are marine grade & I assume UV resistant.
Instead of using Hog RINGS (not hog ties), you could just whip the connection with some waxed thread like you'd use for leather work. Cheaper, streamlined, abd doesn't require the heat shrink, won't cut you, etc.
Excellent tip! Exactly what I was looking for. Hope this can resist to high tension though.
Thanks buddy
I wrap two lines tight with fishing line or strong string then put shrink tubing over it.
Exactly what I was referring to by 'whipping'.
Thank you!!
I would of done a anglers loop knot to tie the bungie cord in with inch and half loop for a carabiner then hog tie that end knot heat shrink for extra safety good video
That’s a great idea but I have not yet found it necessary. You can pull as hard as you can and they never come apart.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095yes great video man I'm just like that with stuff always try to make it secure as possible are add a extra safety lare incase great for tarps in stormy weather's this set up of yours 👍🏻
Thanks, Great Video!
great show and tell on how to do this... I love the hog tie/ hog ring idea... I was wondering what would work and this seems simple enough... what strength and thickness would you recommend for the bungie cord? Looking to make some bungie cord slings for my shotguns but I don't want them cutting into my shoulder... thank you!
I would use at least 1/2 inch cord , maybe even 3/4 for a sling. And get matching size hog rings for the size cord .
excellent ..
Heat shrink In electrical dept at big box stores. Shrink around electrical wire connections.
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If you saw how hog rings are really used…in their nose to keep them from rooting in the dirt. Real one are copper coated. The ones you have are probably for sausage or for upholstery. They would rust. Pinch tighter with regular pliers.
I use Appropriately sized stainless rings now, for saltwater/marine use. At the time I made a video I did not have a source for stainless rings
what kind of cord did you use when you were making the bungy cord?
1/4 inch bungee from marine supply stores
Try using a smaller ring!!!!!!!!!
Just ordered some thank you. I had these rings lying around the garage so that’s what I used. Will probably make a better follow video with the smaller rings and some measurements for the bungees
I like this
Hog ties?
It’s already been called out in previous comments. I speak 4 languages, sometimes what comes to mind gets a little mixed up . Thanks for watching
What is the length of the bungie you made on the Hobie Trax mod for the Outback?
The actual loops/just the bungee is 18 inches
Hog rings. Your rings are too large. Get the pig ring size. Also try the smaller ring they use on sausage casings.
Thanks, I’ve figured it out. I now use 1/4 size stainless rings for 1/4 size bungee cord.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 is this bungee 1/4"
@@mattdeluna9544 yes 1/4 inch bungee
What size hog rings are you using?
I use 1/4 “ stainless hog rings on 1/4” bungee cord .
Can you please add link for shrink wrap ? I can’t find it on amazon
Link added , thank you !
Heat shrink : amzn.to/2Y6cMSi
Nelson Felix Outdoors thank you!!!
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 whats length of the bungy? What did you cut it too.
It’s heat shrink tube, you can get it from electrical or electronics stores.
Are you using 1/4” or 3/8” bungee cord?
I’m using the 1/4 inch.
About how long are your finished bungees excluding hooks on each end. Alternately how did you decide how long to make them?
@@jimstrickler8959 I make them all kinds of lengths. Are you looking in particular for the length on a Hobie outback to use with the cart? If so I can give you those measurements,. I also sell the kit on eBay if you’re looking to save some of the guesswork. I sell the kit with just the bungees or with the bungees and the pad eyes combined . Here are the links www.ebay.com/itm/No-tilt-Hobie-Outback-kayak-Trax-cart-bungee-Kit-/124762683365?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
www.ebay.com/itm/No-tilt-Hobie-Outback-kayak-Trax-cart-bungee-Only-Kit-/124906365889?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
HOG TIE? LOL! Google Hog Tie LOL!
Bruce Arntt 😯hog rings I meant 🤦🏻♂️good catch !
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095LOL NO Mercey Right? Thanks!! 🤣
Where did you get the carabiners?
On Amazon but they have been sold out recently. And the ones you do find are way over priced. I will try to post the link if I find them reasonably priced
That hog ring is way too big for the cord.
Yes it was . That was over 2 years ago, I have since been using the appropriate size rings. I was using what I found at local stores at the time, now I order the right ones in bulk. Thank you for watching
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 Very informative video though. Thanks for posting it.
Those ss “carabiners” can be very dangerous at the end of a bungee cord. That’s why they use plastic or synthetic/composite hardware for them.
I’m really curious as to why you think they are dangerous ? You do realize that most of the plastic hardware ones are metal hooks and just coated with plastic to prevent rust and scratching surfaces. Also the plastic coating thing is very recent, they’ve been making bungees with metal hooks for years and years before plastic.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 I have the same “lobster claw clips” as you, they are heavy duty.
With the right size and length bungees, those clips can snap back and hit you. Ask me how I know that.
Plastic coated wire hooks are way lighter and you get a better grip on then when released. Unhooking a lobster claw clip is a little harder while under tension and can slip out of your hand.
Lobster claw clips go better with static rope or cord.
@@Heeman5 I hear ya, if I was clipping and unclipping those things all day and they kept snapping back and hitting me I’d look for a different option as well. I’m really not using them for anything like that. Mostly just securing a cooler to the kayak and other very light duty stuff that doesn’t require a lot of tension or taking them on and off frequently.
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 I got ya, a clip like that is better for the job. 👍🏼👍🏼
Another thing, the longer the cord, the more dangerous it gets. Stay safe my friend! 💪🏼👍🏼
@@nelsonfelixoutdoors6095 They are more dangerous. The heft & the hardness when the bungee breaks under tension & comes flying at you. This is expensive, time consuming & convoluted. It's ingredients in search of a recipe. Learn to use rope. Far more versatile, less dangerous, & cheap. I'm guessing you were never a Boyscout.