TheJackinati
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I believe Hemp and linen fibres are actually stronger than Sissal fibres, at least if you are basing off of individual fibres.
Bunched up together in string form though, Hemp, Sissal and Linen are damned tough and durable.
If you want a cheaper sling, Sissal is likely the way to go. However, if you want a more comfortable experience out of a sling without resorting to leather finger-guards... and a sling made from a natural plant fibre, you really can't beat Hemp, Linen or Nettle for slings. All the strength and durability you could expect out of Sisal, but with none of the damned roughness!
The only thing that beats plant fibres for comfortability out of a sling in my opinion is Wool. Whether that wool be from a sheep or from a Llama or Alpaca doesn't really matter. Wool slings are damned comfortable any time.
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