When I tie a knot that's at risk of being pulled too tight, I put a stick in the knot. No matter how tight I pull it, I can simply break the stick afterwards and then have enough slack to undo the knot
I’ve said it about your videos before, simple explanations and easy to follow instructions. You help to make camping/bushcraft activities accessible and more enjoyable without the pretentious attitude and gear shaming in other creators videos.
Great video. I use the trucker hitch all the time. I usually can't get the center not out. Carabiner is the perfect answer, Thank you. I think the timber hitch is often over looked when tying off to the first tree. Easy to tie, very easy to untie.
This video is perfect! You convey the information in a very short period of time, explain everything very thoroughly, and demonstrate all along the way!
Very cool Dan, the carabiner makes for a very handy pulley. I use a length of synthetic dynema type winch cable/rope for a small ATV winch as my ridge line for my large canvas 12x16 canvas tarp, and some knots I have to put a stick in as I tie them or they are really difficult to untie from that rope, much like your cotton rope. Pulling the stick out of the knot instantly puts slack in the knot and leaves it loose enough to untie without too much fuss. The stick in the knot trick is handy in cold weather on any type of rope or line so you don't have to work with bared hands and frozen fingers when it's time to untie. I'm sure it's a well known trick, but it doesn't seem to be used very often. It's actually one "life hack" that is shown in classes for people with arthritis and other afflictions that can limit dexterity and strength of the fingers and general abilities with the hands. Of course, there are a ton of gadgets and such sold to be used as the spacer, but sticks work just fine and are free!
Great video. Nice trick with the carabiner. For my ridgelines I almost always use mule tape. Easy to work with, doesn't stretch. Still compact to carry.
Been useing a piece of Am steel rope that I spiced a eye in one end and a adjustable eye in the other. It's quite cool and butt strong. I like the application of hitches and toggles very crafty.
I know the trucker's hitch well, but having another (carabiner) solution in my tool box is great. I learn a ton watching your short videos. BTW, how much time does it take you to prepare, setup and make these (well done) videos? I also like that you seem to have attracted some knowledgeable followers who chime in some very good points (rather than useless haters).
Dan, do you even use bankline for a ridgeline? I was thinking of experimenting with it for a 10x10 tarp. I don't think I'd use it for anything bigger than that, but It *seems* strong enough for my needs...
I have a scenario that I am struggling with. I am trying to hang a ridge line in the middle of a small clearing to hang a 30 x 30‘ tarp. I watched the videos on the truckers hitch and I got that part down. I am using paracord and it’s sagging too much. Should I just pull it tighter or should I switch to a cord like the wash line you used here? The distance to the nearest trees means the cord has to run like 120 ft
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I’ve been trying to do this for a while, but didn’t work, you just showed me what I was doing wrong at carabiner end, now it works great, thanks
Will buy a carabiner to put in my cordage sack that I have never used. But will sometime. Super great trick. Thanks Dan.
When I tie a knot that's at risk of being pulled too tight, I put a stick in the knot. No matter how tight I pull it, I can simply break the stick afterwards and then have enough slack to undo the knot
I’ve said it about your videos before, simple explanations and easy to follow instructions. You help to make camping/bushcraft activities accessible and more enjoyable without the pretentious attitude and gear shaming in other creators videos.
Great video. I use the trucker hitch all the time. I usually can't get the center not out. Carabiner is the perfect answer, Thank you. I think the timber hitch is often over looked when tying off to the first tree. Easy to tie, very easy to untie.
Um.... genius! Thank you for another extremely useful video!
This video is perfect! You convey the information in a very short period of time, explain everything very thoroughly, and demonstrate all along the way!
Very cool Dan, the carabiner makes for a very handy pulley. I use a length of synthetic dynema type winch cable/rope for a small ATV winch as my ridge line for my large canvas 12x16 canvas tarp, and some knots I have to put a stick in as I tie them or they are really difficult to untie from that rope, much like your cotton rope. Pulling the stick out of the knot instantly puts slack in the knot and leaves it loose enough to untie without too much fuss. The stick in the knot trick is handy in cold weather on any type of rope or line so you don't have to work with bared hands and frozen fingers when it's time to untie. I'm sure it's a well known trick, but it doesn't seem to be used very often. It's actually one "life hack" that is shown in classes for people with arthritis and other afflictions that can limit dexterity and strength of the fingers and general abilities with the hands. Of course, there are a ton of gadgets and such sold to be used as the spacer, but sticks work just fine and are free!
Always use a heavier cordage when setting up my canvas tarp nice hack with the carabiner Mr Dan thank you sir
Love it!!! on board, thanks bro!! God bless
Thanks, Dan. Braided cotton clothes line is a last ditch option. Your techniques here “kind of” bring it back.
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Great video. Nice trick with the carabiner. For my ridgelines I almost always use mule tape. Easy to work with, doesn't stretch. Still compact to carry.
Very helpful. Thank you, Dan!
Excellent use of all of that equipment. You set that up so beautifully.
Like it. Well done. I will need to watch again to learn the knot process though. Thanks for sharing
Good alternative to tying the ridgeline with a Siberian and trucker's hitch. I like it. Quick and easy.
You're the man dan
Thanks for sharing!
Very good tip. Thanks!
Been useing a piece of Am steel rope that I spiced a eye in one end and a adjustable eye in the other. It's quite cool and butt strong. I like the application of hitches and toggles very crafty.
Damn good idea. I guess that why you make the big bucks!
Great tips there, thanks for sharing
That's great! Thanks
That's a slick setup. I never seen it done that way before. Its definitely a keeper. Thanks for sharing............
Nice! Thanks, Dan!
Rope a dope. Thanks, Prof.
Thanks Dan, Great video!!!
That's a great idea that more of us should do.
Great idea for tension🙂
I snap my carabiner to a loop on my pack or around my belt. Good idea. Best
Amazing! Thanks!
Great attitude , great videos , great info , not some repeat of someone else. I’ll be watching them all. Very. Intriguing.
Keep it up buddy !!!
Thanks
Great tip!
Excellent video
Knot bad. Learned something today. :-)
Very good. Thank you very much
Good one... i always have carabiners
I like that for sure.
great tip
Nice. Thanks.
Very nice!
Just an FYI that's a "Black Diamond" carabiner available @ REI for $7.50
When are all these tips coming out in a book? ATB. Nigel ps this can be a Wednesday question!
Awesome!
I know the trucker's hitch well, but having another (carabiner) solution in my tool box is great.
I learn a ton watching your short videos. BTW, how much time does it take you to prepare, setup and make these (well done) videos?
I also like that you seem to have attracted some knowledgeable followers who chime in some very good points (rather than useless haters).
I love the videos! Could you think about doing a video on water, boiling use storage etc. thanks! Keep making the great vids
Dan, do you even use bankline for a ridgeline? I was thinking of experimenting with it for a 10x10 tarp. I don't think I'd use it for anything bigger than that, but It *seems* strong enough for my needs...
Hi. Great video. What type of rope is that? You say cotton line. Could you please recommend the right type I can search for to purchase. Thanks
Much simpler (no need toggle and carabiner) way: Siberian Hitch + Trucker's Hitch modified for heavy load.
I have a scenario that I am struggling with. I am trying to hang a ridge line in the middle of a small clearing to hang a 30 x 30‘ tarp. I watched the videos on the truckers hitch and I got that part down. I am using paracord and it’s sagging too much. Should I just pull it tighter or should I switch to a cord like the wash line you used here? The distance to the nearest trees means the cord has to run like 120 ft
What is your preferred rope material and thickness for a heavy duty ridge line ? I hear polyester is great. Should I do half inch or 3/8ths?
Sir what's the best cord for Ridgeline the stretchable or Non?
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Groovy video, absolutely and trippin scene!
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I want to meet the 4 people that watched this and thought, "nah dawg, Imma thumbs down this."