should I go 8 ft long or 6 ft? which holds up best with this frame?
626729
8 feet is spacious. Reminds me of a farm table. I have it out front under the Magnolia where I can watch the sunset. The frame is sturdy. Heavy gauge steel.I plan to make a 6 foot table for the back patio. We can live outside year round in Central California.
626730
6 would be fine. We have a 7 foot table and the frame works great for that size. It's a heavy duty frame!
626731
My wife & I do projects often. We bought two - and have built our first one as an 8' table. The table doesn't inspire sturdiness, but it doesn't feel as though it will fall apart either. We glued and screwed and while it won't make up for "small" steel, our table is sturdy enough to seat 10 people with food comfortably. We don't move the table much, a few feet here or there and when we do, two people move it by lifting the weight off of the legs. We built our own configuration - 3 2x4's in the middle of the top with a 2x10 on each edge. 2x10's for the seats round it out. Sturdy and so far warp resistant. My wife & I do projects often. We bought two - and have built our first one as an 8' table. The table doesn't inspire sturdiness, but it doesn't feel as though it will fall apart either. We glued and screwed and while it won't make up for "small" steel, our table is sturdy enough to seat 10 people with food comfortably. We don't move the table much, a few feet here or there and when we do, two people move it by lifting the weight off of the legs. We built our own configuration - 3 2x4's in the middle of the top with a 2x10 on each edge. 2x10's for the seats round it out. Sturdy... » Read More My wife & I do projects often. We bought two - and have built our first one as an 8' table. The table doesn't inspire sturdiness, but it doesn't feel as though it will fall apart either. We glued and screwed and while it won't make up for "small" steel, our table is sturdy enough to seat 10 people with food comfortably. We don't move the table much, a few feet here or there and when we do, two people move it by lifting the weight off of the legs. We built our own configuration - 3 2x4's in the middle of the top with a 2x10 on each edge. 2x10's for the seats round it out. Sturdy and so far warp resistant. « Show Less
626732
Either works well. I personally used the 8ft format and found that the only adjustment to the plans needed was to screw 6ft 2x4s under the seats for additional support. This prevents long term bowing that I have seen on similar benches in parks.
1288410
I personally bought the 6 panel and for an opening wider than 6 feet wide - I would go with the 6 panel.
1004168
I got a 7' bar and it fits very well. 6' should fit also but may be a bit tight.
1737351
it can go up to 8 ft wide. starts at 6 ft wide, and can be set anywhere in between that you would need it to be.
1729642
I would assume as long as you buy the right size for the frame. They are very durable and so far have held up over a year for me.
442456
Hi Terry - I checked the settings and the tallest is 6'8" - so you should be fine.
2187333
I would recommend the 15" frame. I am 5'2 and it is slightly to big/almost perfect size for me.
2284831
It's ideal to have the same size, but probably difficult to find the exact size tarp. I think you can hang extra 6feet on one side or hang 3 feet width evenly for two sides, but this is not so secure against the strong wind. If I were you, I will shorten the 16 feet width to 10 feet width by folding( sewing, etc.)in the middle. So you can still use the ready-made holes to tie down to the frame securely for wind protection.
1027971
The difference between 5 and 8 feet is significant. Can another owner/user weigh in here?
1482478
Yes, you'll be fine. My buddy is 6.5 and he has no issues. I'm on it every day. Holds up nicely.
225084
I think what's most important are the wheels, seat post, and suspension. Most frames should hold up fine to someone large.
1604117
Yes you should use a 18" frame size. We do have the 18" frame size just not offered on Amazon. I f you are interested please let us know and we will send you the 18".
1251134
I have it on a flat frame that I built, and it's just fine. The only thingI'd do differently is to get a thicker version - 6". Hope that helps.
1801102
a lot has to do with how big you make the benches, if your making them 8 ft, while i don't think there would be a problem, i might add a center leg to reinforce the two end ones. the benches have 4--2x4 and they will hold quite a bit of weight. i make my benches 6ft and i have never had a question about them. you might want to test 4-- 2x4 with 2 cinder blocks and see what you think.
106364
I would recommend the 82' gibbon slackline. More possibilities to better yourself that way. Also, once you get used to a longer distance the short distance seems like a breeze and you can impress your friends!
173041
I got the six footer, and I prefer it. I have not seen the 3 foot size, and don't know the difference. So it actually depends on you, I guess they both work the same way, the difference may just be the length. Good luck!
1727467
I'm no expert and can only talk of personal experiences. I would recommend an 8 x 4. I tried 10 x6 and found that it is too unstable trying to come back down it tends to develop a nasty wobble and led to a crash. The 8 x 4 is nice and stable.