How to make a Prusik loop from accessory cord

You don't have to buy a presewn Prusik loop for rock climbing, canyoneering, caving, or other rope adventures. You can buy a big length of accessory cord like this one:
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Depending on the diameter of the rope you'll be using for your adventure, you'll need a different diameter accessory cord. I like to use a 5mm cord with my 8-9mm canyoneering ropes. I like a 6 or 7mm cord with my beefier climbing ropes.
Prusik loops are extremely useful and versatile for all kinds of self-rescue rope work and an invaluable resource when things don't go as planned.

[@blooperhacks]

A 10min long video that could be a 1min one. Thks tho.

[@conservativesniperhunter7439]

I find that a good sharp knife 🔪 pressed down hard on rope on a cutting board gives me the cleanest cut every time.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

I’ve tried that method too and I agree.

[@lorrinraymond8652]

1) Measure to cut mark.
2) Tape rope so the tape is on both sides of the mark tightly.
3) Cut in the middle of the tape. (Use mallet and block if desired)
4) Heat the end while the tape is still holding it together.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

I’ll try the tape and chisel/block method next time.

[@lorrinraymond8652]

And don't forget to tape before the cut and burn. I used to always cut then burn. Never used tape. Didn't realize how much neater it is to slowly melt the ends while they are taped.
Thanks for the videos!

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the tips

[@rapalalake]

@@AdventureSchoolVideos thanks for video. just want to second what guy said. ive been cutting ropes the masking tape way forever and they cut so clean it is often better than as it turns out if a climbing store cuts it for you on that little heat machine. i am not joking i am serious. to stress the point, its so good that after cools and tape off, the very edge of the end is actually smaller diameter than anywhere else on the rope. in other words no mushroom end, no bump there. not that that bump matters. try it with any random cord you have and you will be amazed. roll the tape tight around it for best of the best results. as you heat it you will see it melt away from you going into the tunnel a bit of tape. when you cut it, use scissors or even a sawing of a sharp Non serrated knife. a chop action should work too. main thing is the tape is tightly holding the fibers together, this makes most cutting methods successful. as for how much tape, just wrap it like 3 tight times, good enough. PS don't listen to all the ppl with negative comments. they always exist, entitled karens basically. want to be served things how they like it and whine like babies should they not get it. you did a great job in this and helped me out. but while you did that cutting part i decided to grab the same tool and cut my a loaf, put some butter on and watched while enjoying my meal. take care man and thanks again.

[@IncredibleCisco]

jesus, that knife lol. congrats, even that you "like" your breadknife you found the w o r s t tool for the job.

[@jamesanonymous7289]

Why not use sharp scissors to cut the cord? It cuts extremely clean and you don't need to tie off to the ceiling to make it straight.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

I think I'll try the block and chisel method next and if that doesn't work, I'll try sharp scissors. The problem I have with that one is finding a sharp pair of scissors around here with all my kids using them for who knows what. 😂

[@jamesanonymous7289]

@@AdventureSchoolVideos Good tutorial otherwise!

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@jerrycollins4893]

I had to shave twice during this video!

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Lol

[@MrMetz79]

I have heard the tail should be at least 5 times the diameter of the rope.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

That’s probably a good rule of thumb. If dressed we’ll, these double fisherman knots aren’t prone to slipping much at all so shorter tails is likely not a significant risk, but five times the diameter on this 7mm cord is is only like 1.4 inches so not too bad.

[@shaunallsup9387]

JFC! All I wanted to see was the knot dude. Not 8 minutes of you destroying the end of a piece of rope!

[@brianpeters5715]

Okay this is cool, but I still have no idea how to tie the loop.

[@btyler1988]

Double fisherman’s knot

[@barkingspider2007]

Question: I picked up a "Hot Knife" for cutting rope. Do you know if the end will hold up as solid as the method you are using.
The cut has much less melted material holding it together. ( I know very little about working with rope.)
I have used electrical tape to hold the rope tightly together as another viewer has suggested.
None of my arts and crafts have had extended field use. Thanks for the video.
I am going to install an anchor point in the ceiling of my office to practice with. (Looked to be how you are doing it)
Plus I can practice all the climbing knots while watching video at my desk.
Thanks again. 😀👍

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Great question. My experience with hot knife cutting is that they'll work well to get a clean cut, but if you're using the rope for anything other than around the house, you'll want to seal further up the rope than just the surface. even just a 1/4" is good, but sealing in any loose ends will ensure you don't get fraying or separation from the sheath and core. A heat gun will work, but if you don't have one, just use a lighter like I did.

[@barkingspider2007]

@@AdventureSchoolVideos Thanks 👍

[@errolmeidinger7976]

Before you make a video you should know what size rope you have, what kind, etc.

[@errolmeidinger7976]

I will soften this a bit, but it doesn’t inspire confidence to start an instructional video with several “I don’t knows”.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the feedback. 👍

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@chrisholt2474]

That’s ten minutes I will never get back, 😴 💤, what was all that babbling about?????

[@edfairs8700]

Really useful video, thanks a lot dude! Appreciate the explanation

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Glad it helped.

[@barrybrum]

Use a red hot knife to cut synthetic rope. Then touch up the loose edges with a lighter. BTW, were you toking when you filmed this? LOL

[@W0RLDP34CE]

So long on cutting the rope.. nothing on knot

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

It’s a double fisherman’s knot.

[@chrisalister2297]

Heavy duty scissors would give you a better cut.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Maybe so. I found a sharp chisel and hammer worked very well too.

[@scharif]

Suggestion to make a shorter video or give proper title. This is crazy boring and long vs what the title suggests

[@slayer12]

Video needs to be renamed “how not to cut rope” 8 mins of yapping and then doesnt even show how to tie the knot 😅

[@zachh3541]

Five minutes to cut a rope. WTF.

[@Jonny-Saurus-Wrecks]

I just watched a 10 minute video that showed me how to make a loop, not how to make a prusik loop. I'd rather watch the knot-tying than the rope-cutting and end-sealing

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the feedback Jon P.

[@Jonny-Saurus-Wrecks]

By the way, I'm subscribing to your channel. Thanks for the hard work.

[@Sp3ktral22]

What a shit way to cut rope! Still I guess it got done. 😮

[@andyandy6143]

This is a waisted time he does knots to himself
Doesn't show how to make the knot.

[@AdventureSchoolVideos]

Thanks for the feedback. Always appreciated.