How to Sew Guy Line Loops to Tent Fly??? Need Tips

There is a good tip in this BPL article: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/myog-laminating-silicone-impregnated-fabrics.html

Basically, sew the tie-out loop to a patch of silnylon, then glue the patch to the fly using silicone

Stuart, Thanks.

I'd like to see some techniques that don't involve glue just to keep it as simple as possible. I would keep things dry and seal the stitching well. The factory attach points look good and are simple stitchings.

So, are there any tips out there as to the design of the attach loop and any reinforcing patches???

Where can go for a "how to"????

Jay Ham did an article how to make tarp that includes tie-outs

http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/make_your_own_gear_5_yards_to_sul_part_3.html

Or, you could use the glueing method except do two rows of stitches around the perimeter rather than glueing. Make sure the rows of stitches aren't on top of each other which would weaken the fabric

But, it seams simpler to glue it than sew it, only problem is you have to wait for it to dry. I'de set up the tent so it stretches the fabric and then glue so it doesn't stretch out the glue joint

I would also consider putting a bit of reinforcing material on the inside to help take the load. A bit of double-sided tape should be a good start here, and oversew at the edges.

Cheers