Rick Gates

Thanks JD, I picked up a couple of 50 footers for the same price at Amazon.

Yeah, it's surprising how much of a sail it becomes. Thanks for the tip about the foamcore backing on the beadboard Ed.

Thanks Ed, for the rope link, and for the steps in securing the 8x8. That's kind of what I had in mind, but starting with the frame horizontal makes sense. I also found mention of the Figure 9 carabiners from Nite Ize and I'll probably keep them in the bag with the ropes. I had fun in the wind yesterday with my first time outside with a 4x4 piece of 1.5" beadboard. Man, I'll bet that stuff snaps off all the time. Cheers all!

OK, so I'll watch the weather (in can be blustery in Oregon). I originally thought I could just tie each rope off to 3 sandbags (about 50 lbs), but after listening to you guys, I think I'll have to come up with something beefier. I like the idea of vehicles. Thanks all.

Sounds like I should get some more sandbags. I hear what you say about rigging it on my own. Maybe if I set it up without the rags first, tight in the combo stands and tied off with ropes. And then add the fabric. Thanks for the tip on the ropes.

Nope, don't want to risk it, especially since I'm new at it. I'm guessing that paracord will also stretch a bit, and I'm not sure I'd want any of that either.

Hello, Just bought my first 8x8 frame and a couple of silks. It comes with 5/8 inch studs on the sides, and I have a couple of combo stands with lolipops to hold it outside. However, I know that it's recommended to tie it down when outside. Since I'm new, I thought I should ask the pros what the size/type of rope to go with. Of course I want something strong but light, however, I'm guessing paracord is not the stuff to go with?