I'm trying to use the cawley hitch to tighten my ridge line, but the tarp is weighing it down. I've tried tightening it as much as i can, but the tarp still sags. Any recommendations? Thanks!
I'm trying to use the cawley hitch to tighten my ridge line, but the tarp is weighing it down. I've tried tightening it as much as i can, but the tarp still sags. Any recommendations? Thanks!
I used to use the Farrimond but couldn't quite get the tension I wanted so I tend to use the haulier's hitch now and save the Farrimond for my guy lines.
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I use this system now and find it very reliable
http://theultimatehang.com/2012/11/v...s-with-a-tarp/
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I use the a combo of the Evenk knot and tarp hitch for the ridgeline, tensioned with two prussiks (one on each end).
Here's a link for the tarp hitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj41GwEaKeQ
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I use the Event knot along with the adjustable Cawley Hitch, the same ones demonstrated by forum creator and member Ashley on the Natural Bushcraft YouTube channel. Using these along with a prussik at each end of the tarp to tension, you won't have any problems.
I used these on my tarp this last weekend and the ridge line was tight enough to strum like a guitar. Once the guy lines were in place the whole lot was very taught.
As a newcomer to tarps and knots I've practised the Event knot, Cawley Hitch and Prussik...I've just had a go at the Tarp Hitch and as far as I'm concerned they are do-able knots for me. I feel confident I can achieve them when I get out in the sticks....So, thanks Guys.
Great information, thanks everyone! I was practicing in my back yard all day and did pretty well. However, I don't know how to play the guitar yet, so I'll have to learn that on a different day. This was my first time ever learning knots and Ashley's videos were a great help. I'm going to get out there again tomorrow and try some of your suggestions. Thanks for all the advice and keep the suggestions coming! - Matt
A good place to practise is Under the Kitchen Table.....from Leg to Leg....
I like the Trucker/Truckie Hitch. You can get that really tight.
I use an evenk knot one end (the first one I tie) and then a guy rope knot the other - and use that to adjust tension.
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