Damnit Dave, I've spent every spare minute for about three days now watching your videos. Don't you know I've got crap to do? Take care and tell Ohio I miss her. Spent the first three decades of my life in rural Ohio, between Chillicothe and Hillsboro - also known as the land of milk and honey.
Dave, I have to give you credit; many have tried to follow in your footsteps on TH-cam, but what makes the difference is you are OUT there every time, in the elements actually DOING what you're talking about. Whereas most everyone else on youtube is just sitting at desk in their basement TALKING about doing what you are doing. I have been watching your videos since your beginning and it has been very interesting watching you evolve. Much thanks for the all the entertainment.
Really cool the way the great ideas keep coming when you have a group of like minded people all together. Can't tell you how much I've learned from you videos Dave. And I've had a lot of fun with it all too.
Dave, I saw another video of yours (can't remember which one), where you used a three foot ball of duct tape as a fire extender, under the wood fuel, after you got a regular tinder bundle going (think maybe wet conditions, I don't know). So, which brand were you using in the other video, and why is it necessary to tare into tiny strips in this video?
awesome tip Dave! Thanks once again. People should keep in mind that this would be more of a trick to use if everything was soaked or there was an absence of tinder, not necessarily in an every day situation. Like you say, put these tips in your toolbox. You can never have enough knowledge. Especially when that knowledge could save lives.
Also works with a magnesium block. You shave the magnesium onto the duct tape, so it wont blow away as it often does, then strike the rod and light the magnesium shavings. Works great.
Just curious if this has been tried with the bank line. It is coated with tar. I think I will try it now just to see. You may already have a video of this....I am not sure.
Hey Dave. Smart idea, but if i was trying to rip the tape to shred's, why not use the knife tip to make small notches in the end of the tape ? Just a thought. Keep the video's coming, you do good work.
Awsome Dave ! Have had Gorrilla Tape in my kit for about 2 years, nice to see a new way to use it for fire. Have you tried it wet? Cup of water over top maybe? I'll be trying it maybe this weekend.
I didn´t read all comments but in case no one posted it yet. Like this : Take one strap and make little cuts at on end so that it looks like a brush, or comb. Then pull these self created fibres the whole length off. Should be easier.
Dave, I always carry a small folding pair of scissors on my EDC chain. If you cut small slits at the end of the tap, then they can be pulled apart a little easier. I am sure one could use the knife tip to create the same thing. This way the width of the strips are more uniform. Thanks for all you do for me and others with you knowledge and time.
Have you tried scraping the non-sticky back off a strip of tape to expose the fibers inside? Kinda like roughly up birch bark to be better able to catch a spark. Just a thought, worth trying to prove it fails at least.
1/2" diameter ferro rods are the best of the bunch, they throw the hottest sparks and work the best in my experience. Thanks for the vid Dave, good info.
Hey, that's the second fire technique I've never heard of tonight that seems to work very well--BOTH from your pathfinderschool videos. I gotta thank you for that. Thank you for expanding my knowledge! :) God Bless you my friend.
not sure wether its worth a go to save time or make the strips super small but maybe start the strips with your sissors then ripe them with the plyers just a thought ill give it a go myself
The best way to process that duct tape into thin strips is to pre-cut with a knife the strips you want about half an inch to an inch, then use your fingers to pull it apart. You can see the fabric through the back of the duct tape, so cut between each of those grids with the section of tape pressed down on your cutting surface. Love your videos!
I have a problem I reload my own shotgun shells but recently when I fire them the primer sticks out the back of shell and jams the barrel shut on my break open, any ideas on why this happens
One-handed Ferro Rod Striking: If you injure an arm and you need to light a fire with a ferro rod, stick your knife into that stump, set up your bird's nest in front of it, and then scrape the rod against the blade with your good hand. I can't remember which youtuber demonstrated that technique, but it worked really well.
Hey bro, long time no chat. Just watched the birds nest of duct tape. I had a thought to try. I dont have gorilla tape around to try but one strip of 8-10 inch and wrap it around itself on a stick then use your knife to slice through it then peel the strips off already cut. That way you can get control over the width of the fibers
Brother,I was an electrician for 35 years. High voltage/power plants/factories. I doubt the electrical tape will be much use for fire. A good electrical tape not only provides great insulation for electrical connections, it's flame resistant. If you could make a good tinder bundle from electrical tape, would you use it to wrap any connection in your house ? Like gorilla duct tape, the good stuff is a little more expensive but well worth it. Scotch 33+ is good, Scotch 35+ is better.
Seems like it would be a good idea to mix some duct tape in with some other materials in the birds nest. Some vines or grass could help hold the sparks while the duct tape makes a nice accelerant. You wouldn't have to shred quite as much duct tape that way.
hey Dave, easier way to get small fibers out of the tape is to use a knife or scissors and precut the end of the tape (kinda looks like a floor rug) at that point is tears straight without a problem.
Dave, you just cut some serious weight from my fire kit. I am not a bush-crafter, I am a light-weight backpacker and I have duct tape wrapped around my trekking polls, my water containers, and even a small roll thrown in there somewhere. I just hope the brand I have (not gorilla brand) is also flammable. If not, I am off to home Depot...... wooooo whoooooo another excuse to go to HD. Thanks again, Brother.
Generally wet things don't burn so probably not very well, however water doesn't really wet duck tape like it would fabric, just shaking it will probably get most of it off...
Damnit Dave, I've spent every spare minute for about three days now watching your videos. Don't you know I've got crap to do? Take care and tell Ohio I miss her. Spent the first three decades of my life in rural Ohio, between Chillicothe and Hillsboro - also known as the land of milk and honey.
would it work better to just cut tiny strips with a knife? Or is the goal of ripping to expose the strong fibers in the duct tape?
Dave, I have to give you credit; many have tried to follow in your footsteps on TH-cam, but what makes the difference is you are OUT there every time, in the elements actually DOING what you're talking about. Whereas most everyone else on youtube is just sitting at desk in their basement TALKING about doing what you are doing. I have been watching your videos since your beginning and it has been very interesting watching you evolve. Much thanks for the all the entertainment.
Really cool the way the great ideas keep coming when you have a group of like minded people all together. Can't tell you how much I've learned from you videos Dave. And I've had a lot of fun with it all too.
I did not know this (like most tricks he shows) thank you Dave and team!
Thanks for the vid.
D what is hanging from the sheperds hook to the right by the wood. Looks interesting
Great addition to a person's bag of tricks! Thank you, Dave!
Dave, I saw another video of yours (can't remember which one), where you used a three foot ball of duct tape as a fire extender, under the wood fuel, after you got a regular tinder bundle going (think maybe wet conditions, I don't know). So, which brand were you using in the other video, and why is it necessary to tare into tiny strips in this video?
Dave, awesome and cool invention you made there.
Learn something new in every single video you produce. Thanks Dave!
This is awesome Dave. I never knew you could do this with Duct tape.
So it has to be ignited with a spark or flame? How does it do with a coal or ember?
awesome tip Dave! Thanks once again. People should keep in mind that this would be more of a trick to use if everything was soaked or there was an absence of tinder, not necessarily in an every day situation. Like you say, put these tips in your toolbox. You can never have enough knowledge. Especially when that knowledge could save lives.
Friggin SWEET! Man, Dave, even after all these years you STILL amaze me! Thanks for everything, brother.
Also works with a magnesium block. You shave the magnesium onto the duct tape, so it wont blow away as it often does, then strike the rod and light the magnesium shavings. Works great.
Cool....Looking forward to seeing that.
Keep up the fantastic work Dave.
Rob
Dave, where did you get your leather pouch you carry on your belt and will you ever carry them on your site.. Thanks, love the new info video..
Thank you so much for all that you do. I personally look forward to every video
Would it make this process easier, if you were to start the rips with a knife?
how many uses does duct tape have??
this would make a great torch! a small bundle lasted 2-3 minutes i wonder if a larger bundle would last 20?
I love multiple use items! Keep up the good work.
What about wet duct tape ? Does it work the same ?
That was worth watching, to find another fire source. Cheers, Dave.
BTW, what does the llc stand for?
Just curious if this has been tried with the bank line. It is coated with tar. I think I will try it now just to see. You may already have a video of this....I am not sure.
Hey Dave. Smart idea, but if i was trying to rip the tape to shred's, why not use the knife tip to make small notches in the end of the tape ? Just a thought. Keep the video's coming, you do good work.
Awsome Dave ! Have had Gorrilla Tape in my kit for about 2 years, nice to see a new way to use it for fire.
Have you tried it wet? Cup of water over top maybe?
I'll be trying it maybe this weekend.
As always, sir, pure gold. Thanks again, Dave.
I didn´t read all comments but in case no one posted it yet.
Like this :
Take one strap and make little cuts at on end so that it looks like a brush, or comb. Then pull these self created fibres the whole length off. Should be easier.
Dave, I always carry a small folding pair of scissors on my EDC chain. If you cut small slits at the end of the tap, then they can be pulled apart a little easier. I am sure one could use the knife tip to create the same thing. This way the width of the strips are more uniform. Thanks for all you do for me and others with you knowledge and time.
Nice trick. Didnt know duct tape was so flamable. Thanks for sharing dave
Have you tried scraping the non-sticky back off a strip of tape to expose the fibers inside? Kinda like roughly up birch bark to be better able to catch a spark. Just a thought, worth trying to prove it fails at least.
That is one cool tip Dave!
1/2" diameter ferro rods are the best of the bunch, they throw the hottest sparks and work the best in my experience. Thanks for the vid Dave, good info.
hey is that the casio pathfinder watch you are wearing?
How is the multi tool project going?
Great tip Dave!! Looking forward to more!
What kind of wrist watch you use?
Who does you intro theme and is it avaliable on itunes
What kind of watch is he wearing
Great tip Dave! That's a new one to me.
THIS is why I subscribe to your channel! You rock Dave! Keep up the great work!
Do you have a video explaining it?
Wow! Great Tip Mr. Canterbury! Bravo!
Is there a fall gathering?
Great idea, this is what survival is all about. Creative solutions with the things you have!
Is there a reason you don't just lay the tape flat on the wood and cut the strips with the blade?
Hey Dave, is that the same multitool you're using in the "Adift" episode of Dual Survival?
Well that's a neat trick. Cool stuff. I'll have to put a roll of it in my fire starting kit.
Hey, that's the second fire technique I've never heard of tonight that seems to work very well--BOTH from your pathfinderschool videos. I gotta thank you for that. Thank you for expanding my knowledge! :) God Bless you my friend.
is that the core?
not sure wether its worth a go to save time or make the strips super small but maybe start the strips with your sissors then ripe them with the plyers just a thought ill give it a go myself
wat if u cut the 4" pieces and stick it to the stump, (if there's one available) then slice it with a knife? Just a thought!
Thanks for the info Dave ,that would be perfect in a wet weather situation. Also where did you get that sheath?
The best way to process that duct tape into thin strips is to pre-cut with a knife the strips you want about half an inch to an inch, then use your fingers to pull it apart. You can see the fabric through the back of the duct tape, so cut between each of those grids with the section of tape pressed down on your cutting surface. Love your videos!
How long will that will stay lit?
I have a problem I reload my own shotgun shells but recently when I fire them the primer sticks out the back of shell and jams the barrel shut on my break open, any ideas on why this happens
Hey Dave huge fan by the way but how to you make a sturdy bow and some arrows. I have tried before but have failed.
One-handed Ferro Rod Striking: If you injure an arm and you need to light a fire with a ferro rod, stick your knife into that stump, set up your bird's nest in front of it, and then scrape the rod against the blade with your good hand. I can't remember which youtuber demonstrated that technique, but it worked really well.
Hey bro, long time no chat. Just watched the birds nest of duct tape. I had a thought to try. I dont have gorilla tape around to try but one strip of 8-10 inch and wrap it around itself on a stick then use your knife to slice through it then peel the strips off already cut. That way you can get control over the width of the fibers
Tools I already carry, uses I didn't know. Thanks Dave!
Brother,I was an electrician for 35 years. High voltage/power plants/factories. I doubt the electrical tape will be much use for fire. A good electrical tape not only provides great insulation for electrical connections, it's flame resistant. If you could make a good tinder bundle from electrical tape, would you use it to wrap any connection in your house ? Like gorilla duct tape, the good stuff is a little more expensive but well worth it. Scotch 33+ is good, Scotch 35+ is better.
what about sticking the tape to the back/side of the multi-tool and using another knife to cut the strips, then just pull them off?
Wow. Thanks for speeding that up, Dave. Looks like it took about a half an hour! hehe
Dave, tell us about your new multi tool.
Holy $hit, didnt know Duct Tape could be used in that way!!! Thanks Dave
Cool, simple and works. Thanks for the tip Dave.
Credit due Dave I would have never thought about using duck tape.Good video as ever my friend.Oh I heard the pheasant shout too lol.
Any chance you will let somebody in on this trick for The Survival Adventure Network anytime soon? :)
Did you put fluid in the lighter, lol!
That is cool man I love watching your videos. I learn so much and then I apply it when I go back packing. Thank Dave god bless.
Seems like it would be a good idea to mix some duct tape in with some other materials in the birds nest. Some vines or grass could help hold the sparks while the duct tape makes a nice accelerant. You wouldn't have to shred quite as much duct tape that way.
Wow that was ingenuity at it's finest!
Big Fan........Great music choice ......Come on down to my neck of the woods Northern Alabama on lake Guntersville
Love your videos. The 10 people who disliked it couldn't peel the tape right! lol
Awesome tip Dave! Thanks for sharing, something I did not know. !!!
Awesome video Bro! Excellent tip!
Sweet Dave. I never thought of this. Great tip!
Fire from jungle animals! Dave, will your bag of tricks ever end? Probably not... simply amazing!
Love it....if you take your knife and score the duck tape first on one end it was easier for me to strip up.
Thanks David
LOL freakin cool video Sir!! This one definitely goes in my knowledge tool chest, to be used later when I need it!! Thanks Dave ~
Great Tip. Thanks for Sharing it. Keep those
Videos comming.
The music in this series is amazing
This is a great tip, Dave. Thanks for sharing! -Chris
how easy it is! I repeated, and I did it! I even drenched in water, but still zozhglos! Thanks, Dave
hey Dave, easier way to get small fibers out of the tape is to use a knife or scissors and precut the end of the tape (kinda looks like a floor rug) at that point is tears straight without a problem.
glad I picked up a mini roll today, IM gonna give it a try. it'll be nice to have a fifth source of tinder in my pack thank for the tip Dave.
Thanks for sharing this one, I'll be storing this away in my mental files!
Thanks for sharing Dave. I'm glad I watched it.
Another great use for the use for everything tape. Thanks for sharing..
Dave-- do you have hands twice as large as mine? If not, how did you get that narrow width of Gorilla Dutct?!?!
Winner indeed! Again...you are the man!
Dave, you just cut some serious weight from my fire kit. I am not a bush-crafter, I am a light-weight backpacker and I have duct tape wrapped around my trekking polls, my water containers, and even a small roll thrown in there somewhere. I just hope the brand I have (not gorilla brand) is also flammable. If not, I am off to home Depot...... wooooo whoooooo another excuse to go to HD.
Thanks again, Brother.
Generally wet things don't burn so probably not very well, however water doesn't really wet duck tape like it would fabric, just shaking it will probably get most of it off...
whats the song during the fast forward part?
Awesome learn so many things from your video's thanks again for the info and God bless
The ten people who disliked it got the tape stuck to their hands while it was burning. Thank you. It does work great.
Maybe using your knife to precut the strips to get them to your desired size better... Great vid Dave. Thanks for the knowledge.
great tip Id wet my fingers once its lit if I had to move it around so it doesnt stick to my hands while on fire
Awesome backup method for making fire! Thanks man!