Black Diamond Megalight webbing X removal

[roguejason]

Hello,

I setup my new Megalight last night using the webbing X, that has a grommit for a hiking pole end. Looking at it, the webbing is attached on each end to the tarp with one line of stiching. This put all of the strain on four small seams and under tention starts to pull the silnylon apart slightly. I am going to reinforce this with seam sealer. However, I was thinking about cutting out the webbing X completely. I figure I can always use rubber ends on my trekking poles. This way the load is in the reinforced pocket at the top and spread across the seams evenly.

What do you all think about doing this? Does anyone use the webbing X with their trekking poles on their megalight? Has anyone had any problems with this seam failing?

Thanks!

Jason