I recommend using a round file or emory cloth to take the factory 'edge' off the both inner and outer edges of the washers before use in the field. Some of the factory edges can be quite sharp and over time, will begin to damage your tension line. A sharp washer can even cut the line during strong to severe weather conditions in relation to line thickness and strength. Takes little time to prep the washers, and provides a reason to get on your feet and get moving in the shop... Tinker Time.
Really good point Marcel. Tbh I do a little bit of metal work but that never occurred to me. But you are absolutely correct, stamped metal washers frequently have burrs.
Super! I like to put Prussik knots on the 4ends of my tarp loops and all the lines are packed inside of the Tarp’s drybag! Even my ridgeline is already mounted on my tarp. This gives me a real quick hammock shelter to setup when it rains. When the ridgeline is set, i stake 4 pegs out and tighten the lines with the preset prussik on the tarp! Keepup the good work! I learned allot from your channel 👍🏻💪🏻
This is why I carry a few large heavy duty keyrings on my backpack straps. You can then do the same thing with any webbing or strap that fits through them.
Thanks! I’ve camped a lot, but more ‘glamping’ says my grandson, who I’ve taken camping several times and is now a Boy Scout - and is teaching and encouraging me to do more rustic trips. It was super windy, cold and rainy on our last trip but we say it was our favorite one yet because it was challenging. He’s a master of the taut line hitch - which is what kept us dry and our set up pretty solid- but I’m still struggling to learn it! So I love this trick! Now when the granddaughter and I head out next week we’ll be ready!
Dan, I recognize that when you say something, you truly believe it. You have actually tried it in the field, under field conditions. It may not be a technique that I choose to use for where and how I trundle around in the woods and streams of the Great Lakes realm, but I now have it in my memory bank. Albeit an 83 year old memory bank. (What was I going to say next? Oh - yeah!) I respect what you say. Thank you for being straight from the shoulder. I appreciate that. Jack Courtesy of Half Vast Flying.
A simple saddle cinch...you can do the same with a stick and two holes...there is a knot that does the same thing...a taut line hitch...learned that 60 years ago in BSA...
In some places its cheaper to drill holes through coins than it is to buy washers. Just saying. I wonder if I could use a couple wooden toggles in place of the washers? Same set up, without the washers. Washers could be difficult to replace, unless you've a pocket full of quarters.
Neat idea but I can tie a tautline hitch with my eyes closed and that doesn't need washers. I've opted for mini lineloks though for convenience and the fact that they weigh almost nothing and very good at what they do.
To taunt means “to ridicule” or “to mock.” Taut means “tense” or “drawn tight.” Taught is the past tense and past participle of the verb teach. Just sayin...love ya man.
One of the best tents I have ever used is an old Gerry. They used a very similar system on the rain fly lines. There design was out of stamped aluminum but the principles are the same.
I discovered this a while back and ended up attaching two washers to each tie out point on some of my tarps. That way, I never have to remember to bring washers, but for some reason I never thought about using this system for my ridge-line. I've been using the Nite Ize CamJam XT tensioners, but this system weighs much less, and for that matter also costs less. Nice tip.
found this little nugget of information a couple years ago; video I watched had friggin music (I hate that) and no word explanation, but was easy enough to figure out. I always like your video's with voice explanation a lot better. 2 people I watch on TH-cam CoalCracker and Corporals Corner; both are best on their fields. Keep up the awesome work !!!!
Good idea. I got onto to washers a long time ago after stupidly spending for fancy tensioners that did the same thing. Then I happened to look at plumbers hanging straps I had and realized that was the same too. So I cut several 4-inch lengths of those and thats basically what I use these days. As someone commented, if using washers, file off the factory burrs so they wont fray the lines.
I've memorized the taut-line hitch a long time ago and always remember how to tie it, but nearly never remember the name. Perhaps I should just show this rick to people so they can remember how to do it and I won't have to remember a name to tell them what it is.
This makes me want to take off the guyline from my pomoly tent and put on dyneema guyline with titanium washers. Way better than those little plastic tensioners everyone uses. Lasts longer too.
Great idea, not tried it but was wondering if you could make a more rustic one on the fly with a bowline knot and a bite pushed through secured by a toggle?
I have a more simple way to set up my ridge lines and tarp/hammock lines! I use a NiteIze CamJam. For a ridge line just make a bowlin knot on one end and secure that end to a tree. The other end wrap that line around tree no. 2, clip the camjam on the ridge line. Thread the tail end through the camjam and pull to tighten ridge line. Takes less than 5 minutes and is easy peezy lemon squeezy!
Fantastic! I've been using a tarp set up for a long time. When you're in rocky terrain using a hammock. You don't typically have the luxury of moving your tarp stakes around. I would much rather use this then a tensioning knot.
Nice trick ! Seen " Waypoint Survival "do something like it a couple of weeks ago. I was wondering if it could hold a hammock without slipping or should I stick with prussiks.
To help maintain tension overnight I've adopted a trick I learned. Attach bungees to the tie out line so as the tarp stretches and the tie out line loosens, the bungee takes up the slack and keeps the tarp taught. Size and length of bungee will vary for each person and tarp.
Awesome trick! I’m sticking with my truckers hitch for now though.
I mean, isn't this basically a truckers' hitch with some extra hardware?
My thoughts exactly, and you don't have to carry a bunch of washers around.
I recommend using a round file or emory cloth to take the factory 'edge' off the both inner and outer edges of the washers before use in the field.
Some of the factory edges can be quite sharp and over time, will begin to damage your tension line.
A sharp washer can even cut the line during strong to severe weather conditions in relation to line thickness and strength.
Takes little time to prep the washers, and provides a reason to get on your feet and get moving in the shop... Tinker Time.
good advice 👌🏽
Maybe use stainless steel washers also.
@@onionhead5780 No rust. Even better.
Dang good advice!
Really good point Marcel. Tbh I do a little bit of metal work but that never occurred to me. But you are absolutely correct, stamped metal washers frequently have burrs.
That's nice little trick. I achieve the same tensioning using a taut line hitch. It's great for adjusting guy lines quickly in the field.
Exactly what I was thinking. No-one wants to learn knots any more
A taut line hitch is quicker and fast on setting up and re-adjusting then that method
“The more you know, the less you need “
Insert original person quoted
That’s what I was trying to figure out what advantage this trick has over a taut line hitch.
@@user-ug5xr2gb6j No advantage in IMHO. Taut-line hitch for the win.
Super! I like to put Prussik knots on the 4ends of my tarp loops and all the lines are packed inside of the Tarp’s drybag! Even my ridgeline is already mounted on my tarp. This gives me a real quick hammock shelter to setup when it rains.
When the ridgeline is set, i stake 4 pegs out and tighten the lines with the preset prussik on the tarp!
Keepup the good work! I learned allot from your channel 👍🏻💪🏻
This is the way to go!
That's how I do it too. "Great minds" and all that.
I use a slip knot on all the tie offs on my tarps. They are clean, effective, and work very well
x2 for him its just more junk to take along that is not needed but guys like him are gear heavy anyways...
Taut line hitch.👌
Truth
I have three words for you. Taught Line Hitch. Super simple to tie and no need for additional hardware.
Saw something similar to this a while back . Thanks for the reminder . Have a good one
@King Devon isn't the purpose of Bushcraft community to share knowledge to the most ppl you can?
@@mariothewhite Could always give the little channel a plug for the tip.
@King Devon the video I was referring to was several years old , I just happened to stumble across it recently
@@uncletomscabin2073 I think WayPoint Survival posted one a week or so ago, too.
I like the beer can tab trick , its amazing how many different line tension vids and tips there are on you tube.
Saw this one on intense angler channel years back. Always keep can tabs with my cordage.
For guylines I always use a taut line hitch - sinple and easy and nothing extra required. But always good to know new tricks.
This is why I carry a few large heavy duty keyrings on my backpack straps.
You can then do the same thing with any webbing or strap that fits through them.
Thanks! I’ve camped a lot, but more ‘glamping’ says my grandson, who I’ve taken camping several times and is now a Boy Scout - and is teaching and encouraging me to do more rustic trips. It was super windy, cold and rainy on our last trip but we say it was our favorite one yet because it was challenging. He’s a master of the taut line hitch - which is what kept us dry and our set up pretty solid- but I’m still struggling to learn it! So I love this trick! Now when the granddaughter and I head out next week we’ll be ready!
Dan, I recognize that when you say something, you truly believe it. You have actually tried it in the field, under field conditions. It may not be a technique that I choose to use for where and how I trundle around in the woods and streams of the Great Lakes realm, but I now have it in my memory bank. Albeit an 83 year old memory bank. (What was I going to say next? Oh - yeah!)
I respect what you say. Thank you for being straight from the shoulder. I appreciate that. Jack
Courtesy of Half Vast Flying.
Pull tabs on cans work well also
Very nice adaptation!
Very cool trick!
A simple saddle cinch...you can do the same with a stick and two holes...there is a knot that does the same thing...a taut line hitch...learned that 60 years ago in BSA...
As always thank you very much keep making
Great trick! Love. I have plenty of washers.
Просто - как все гениальное !!! Спасибо огромное. It 's just like everything is brilliant !!! Thank you so much.
Similar to the D ring concept on motorcycle helmets. Nice. Thanks!
Great tool for the box thanks
I like an adjustable prussik on guylines at the staked end. Totally same concept, easier to tension and don't need hardware.
In some places its cheaper to drill holes through coins than it is to buy washers. Just saying.
I wonder if I could use a couple wooden toggles in place of the washers? Same set up, without the washers. Washers could be difficult to replace, unless you've a pocket full of quarters.
Maybe try estate tag sales or yard sales...😁🤞
@@bushcrafters3909 Great idea, bound to pick up some wooden toggles there 👍
I put my adjustable sliders the other way round.
I have the adjustment on the tarp end so I can tie off to trees or pegs.
Thanks Dan for another great tip on tarps. I just made 6 of these for my tarp.
Neat idea but I can tie a tautline hitch with my eyes closed and that doesn't need washers. I've opted for mini lineloks though for convenience and the fact that they weigh almost nothing and very good at what they do.
Brilliant. The very best example of the KISS principle!
To taunt means “to ridicule” or “to mock.” Taut means “tense” or “drawn tight.” Taught is the past tense and past participle of the verb teach.
Just sayin...love ya man.
Next you'll crack on his utilization of the word "utilization" LOL. Yeah....me too!
Very cool. It’s fun to play with devices once you’ve learned the knots. I’ve seen cool tricks like this with rings and carabiners too. Thank you!
Love your tips🤘
Pretty cool tip!!! Thanks!
Great little tip sir! I've discovered small key rings work just as well.
I discovered it lately too. It has been keeping my bedroom window open ever since.
What a great idea! No need to buy fancy gadgets to tighten out my tarp. I'm going to use this on my tarp for CDT. Thanks again!
Awesome Tip Dan. Heading now to go get washers. Thanks very much for all the great info you share.
Brilliant idea. Thanks for sharing this video.
I like my Dutchware Tarp Worms.
Else, I use a modified taut line hitch that looks more like a prussik.
One of the best tents I have ever used is an old Gerry. They used a very similar system on the rain fly lines. There design was out of stamped aluminum but the principles are the same.
That is badass knowledge for a quick mcguiver fix in the hills. Thanks brother
This episode had a very “Good Eats” feel to it, and I loved it!
I discovered this a while back and ended up attaching two washers to each tie out point on some of my tarps. That way, I never have to remember to bring washers, but for some reason I never thought about using this system for my ridge-line. I've been using the Nite Ize CamJam XT tensioners, but this system weighs much less, and for that matter also costs less. Nice tip.
Damn! That’s excellent dude! Thank you for the great post.
Functional and simple. Thanks.
Everything old is new again. Awesome adaptation of the d belt
Wow, Ingenious! Very very simple.
Simple and clever is a combination I really like.
Taut - taunt means to tease. Nice tip. Thanks.
That was awesome, I found it amusing as you demo'd it. Keep up the good work!
That's awesome I'll try it out, Thanks
Looks nice Dan. Thanks for showing us. Take care.
Simple, but effectively Marvelous. thanks for sharing this method . Tom ....UK
Seems like basically an automatic trucker's hitch but using washers. Neat.
I love to watch Cracked Coalman!😁👍
Great idea! Going to try that out.
found this little nugget of information a couple years ago; video I watched had friggin music (I hate that) and no word explanation, but was easy enough to figure out.
I always like your video's with voice explanation a lot better.
2 people I watch on TH-cam CoalCracker and Corporals Corner; both are best on their fields.
Keep up the awesome work !!!!
Nice trick Dan! Thx
This is a great trick, thanks for sharing
thanks Dan. great money saving idea
Good idea. I got onto to washers a long time ago after stupidly spending for fancy tensioners that did the same thing. Then I happened to look at plumbers hanging straps I had and realized that was the same too. So I cut several 4-inch lengths of those and thats basically what I use these days. As someone commented, if using washers, file off the factory burrs so they wont fray the lines.
Trucker’s hitch and taut-line in conjunction with one another 👍
Nice one man!
Brilliant, thank you Sir.
Wow, that's really slick and cost effective, thanks!
Pretty cool. I'm still just using a taught line hitch which can be tied anywhere on the line, or truckers hitch.
Dan now that's a coolest trick
Many thanks for sharing. Sort of an impromptu D ring configuration that can be made on the fly; stay well & safe.
Good tip , thanks for sharing , God bless !
I've memorized the taut-line hitch a long time ago and always remember how to tie it, but nearly never remember the name.
Perhaps I should just show this rick to people so they can remember how to do it and I won't have to remember a name to tell them what it is.
I echo the taut-line hitch. Simple and effective. It's my go-to knot for adjusting guy lines.
my dad has been doing this for years when we go camping or need to tighten down stuff on our trailer if we forgot ratchet straps
Excellent presentation!
Hello from Kentucky.
Take care Dan
CbyS Paracord eh? Yea that was a pretty neat video, thanks for spreading the technique around!
Protip: Use stainless steel washers not zinc coated washers... zinc coated will rust.
Cool idea. Thank you and God bless.
My preferred method is a simple truckers hitch. Extremely adjustable and quick and simple to anywhere along the line and easy to untie.
Dude… Thank You!!!
Fancy stuff innit ?! 👍💪
Great tip! Thank you!
I just saw this a few weeks ago on cbys. I usually just pull tension and wrap around the peg or Taut line hitch
Simple and Quick, Tks!
About to check my washer supply.
Looks like this tensioning hack could work on hammock ties or structural ridge line, as well.
This makes me want to take off the guyline from my pomoly tent and put on dyneema guyline with titanium washers. Way better than those little plastic tensioners everyone uses. Lasts longer too.
Nice! Almost as useful as the easier to adjust taut line hitch, but with hardware :-)
Yeah, what I was thinking...
Great idea, not tried it but was wondering if you could make a more rustic one on the fly with a bowline knot and a bite pushed through secured by a toggle?
Cool Video 👍
Thank U for the trick👍
Dude, So cool! thanks
I have a more simple way to set up my ridge lines and tarp/hammock lines! I use a NiteIze CamJam. For a ridge line just make a bowlin knot on one end and secure that end to a tree. The other end wrap that line around tree no. 2, clip the camjam on the ridge line. Thread the tail end through the camjam and pull to tighten ridge line. Takes less than 5 minutes and is easy peezy lemon squeezy!
Uau, rly nice hack. Good job.
I also prefer knots, but this is easyer to most ppl and cheap
So cheap and so simply! 👍
Fantastic! I've been using a tarp set up for a long time. When you're in rocky terrain using a hammock. You don't typically have the luxury of moving your tarp stakes around. I would much rather use this then a tensioning knot.
Cool! Thanks so much. I'm thinking this would maybe work for the top of the tarp also, one at either end, keeping it tight as wanted as well?? 😊
Very slick!
Great tip.
Nice trick ! Seen " Waypoint Survival "do something like it a couple of weeks ago. I was wondering if it could hold a hammock without slipping or should I stick with prussiks.
I like little tricks like this. However, I find using a taught line hitch or prussic knot just as good
If you don’t have washers handy you can use a truckers hitch as well, it works great.
To help maintain tension overnight I've adopted a trick I learned. Attach bungees to the tie out line so as the tarp stretches and the tie out line loosens, the bungee takes up the slack and keeps the tarp taught. Size and length of bungee will vary for each person and tarp.
great tip.. thanks
Brilliant.
Great tip