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I agree that having the numerical binding data might not be useful to many, but perhaps you might consider adding a photo (or two - one for each band size) to your website that gives users a visual sense of how far the bands can be stretched before reaching the binding point? Something that shows the end diameter of an object with the band stretched around it that closely approaches a binding point.
I know that would help me know what to avoid...
I will add some photos soon, and I'm hoping others will share photos for inspiration.
You can combine multiple bands to reach unlimited lengths, BUT it still has to be secure, right?
Mostly I'd like to discover and reinforce guiding principles, such as:
1. Use elastic bands that automatically limit tension to proper levels
2. Always ground test (shake, release, puff)
3. Start high, learn, then release lower with experience
Sometime soon I'll take a crazy long band (about 1 foot long) and wrap it multi-directionally around a Nomex bundled chute. I know there are high power flyers who would be reassured by the sight of such a secure mummy bundle. Maybe even an inside Nomex shaped like a + inside the band to prevent snags, then a loose outside Nomex to protect the band.