CCKSS NPCC Campcraft by Timothy Lim

Category:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 12:54:43 UTC

Stopper Knots

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 12:54:53 UTC

Most basic knot

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 12:56:14 UTC

• Prevent ends of ropes from fraying
• To stop rope from slipping through a knot or hole
• To add weight to a particular point of the rope
• To provide a handhold

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 12:56:32 UTC

• To stop the end of a sewing thread from passing through the eye of the needle
• Tied at intervals on a lifeline as multiple handholds

Category:

2022-08-19 12:59:31 UTC

Stopper Knots

How to remember:

2022-08-19 13:00:06 UTC

Number 8

Function:

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Application:

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• To stop the end of a sewing thread from passing through the eye of the needle
• Tied at intervals on a lifeline as multiple handholds

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:02:15 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:02:38 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:07:01 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:07:50 UTC

Category:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:09:04 UTC

Hitches

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:09:19 UTC

Used to tie a rope to an object like a spar or ring

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:09:35 UTC

Used to start off a lashing

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:09:56 UTC

Line running under a cross

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:10:22 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:10:41 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:11:23 UTC

Common terms:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:52:20 UTC

• Working end: The end of the rope/twine that is active in the process of tying

• Standing end: The end of the rope/twine that remains inactive during the process of tying

• Loop: Rope that is formed into a circle (via placing one part of the rope over another)

• Overhand loop: Formed when the working end is over the standing end

• Underhand loop: Formed when the standing end is over the working end

• Bight: An enclosed area formed by the rope

• Turn: The rope will complete half a round around an object

• Round turn: The rope will complete one and a half round around an object

• To dress a knot: To arrange the cuts and bends of the knot such that it fulfils its function

• To capsize a knot: To deform the knot such that it no longer fulfils its function

Category:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:52:40 UTC

Loop Knots

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:52:48 UTC

Forms an un-adjustable loop that does not jam or slip easily despite being under severe strain

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:52:55 UTC

Rescue purposes by reeling somebody out when they fall into a hole

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:53:25 UTC

Loop & bight

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:53:51 UTC

Category:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:54:12 UTC

Shortening Formations

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:54:17 UTC

To shorten the rope without cutting it and to bypass worn sections of the rope

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:54:22 UTC

Used in maritime operations where ropes are costly or where cutting is not feasible

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 13:54:33 UTC

Letter S

Function:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 13:58:05 UTC

To join 2 ropes of equal diameters together

Category:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:00:07 UTC

Bends

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:00:29 UTC

Application:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:00:36 UTC

Parcel tying, first-aid bandaging

How to remember:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:01:18 UTC

Left over right; right over Left

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:02:21 UTC

Function:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:09:06 UTC

To bind 2 even (equal diameter and surface) poles/spars together

Application:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:09:26 UTC

• To bind the spars of a Flagstaff
• Columns as structural reinforcements in Pioneering

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:10:14 UTC

Function:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:10:31 UTC

To bind 2 uneven (unequal diameter and/or surface) poles/spars together

Application:

elvin_ng_jun_zhe — 2022-08-19 14:11:02 UTC

To construct shear legs in pioneering

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:12:12 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:15:53 UTC

Clove hitch around both poles

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:16:06 UTC

Clove hitch on opposite poles

Common terms:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:21:12 UTC

• Complete Round: When the start and the end of the round coincides at the same point

• Frap: Used to bind rounds together, increasing the security of lashing (refer to diagram below)

Rules:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:23:05 UTC

T.O.N.G.S.
• Tension - Tighten all the turns as you go
• Overlaps - Ensure there is no unnecessary overlaps
• Neatness - Tuck in ends of ropes/twines for neatness
• Gaps - Ensure minimal gaps in the lashings
• Sufficient - Ensure sufficient rounds and fraps are made

Types:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:23:45 UTC

1. Round Lashing
2. Shear Lashing
3. Gyn Lashing
4. Square Lashing
5. Diagonal Lashing

Categories:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 14:25:41 UTC

Stopper Knots:
1. Thumb Knot
2. Figure-of-Eight Knot
3. Double Overhand Knot

Hitches:
4. Clove Hitch
5. Timber Hitch
6. Round Turn and Two Half Hitches

Loops Knots:
7. Bowline Knot
8. Manharness Knot
9. Slip Knot

Shortening Formations:
10. Sheepshank
11. Chain Knot

Bends:
12. Reef Knot
13. Sheet Bend

Demonstration:

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Demonstration:

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Authentication:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-19 17:08:28 UTC

Prepared by: CI (NPCC) Timothy Lim

Date: 16 August 2022

Revised: 30 March 2026

Vetted by: H/INSP (NPCC) Tracey Hong

References: CCKSS NPCC Campcraft Syllabus 2023, D23 Outdoor Survival Skills Handbook

Error reporting: cckssnpccci@gmail.com

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-23 01:04:16 UTC

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-23 13:20:15 UTC

1. Tie a clove hitch over both poles with the cut of the clove hitch at the side of a pole
2. Wind the rope over both poles. Tighten as you go
3. End with a clove hitch over both poles with the cut of the clove hitch diagonally opposite that of the starting clove hitch

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-23 13:21:23 UTC

1. Tie a clove hitch on one of the poles
2. Wind the rope over both poles
3. Frap between the poles after having sufficient rounds
4. End with a clove hitch on the other pole diagonally opposite the starting clove hitch

Description:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2022-08-28 13:22:21 UTC

• Lashing is a mean of fastening two or more poles (or spars) together using rope
• They are heavily used in pioneering projects

Explanation:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-02-21 05:56:49 UTC

Once tied and put under strain, it is difficult to untie as all the strain is acting on one point

Comparison to Thumb Knot:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-02-21 06:05:37 UTC

• The Fo8 is stronger than Thumb
• The Fo8 is bulkier than Thumb
• Thus, any force acting on the rope is spread over a larger surface area, reducing pressure or strain
• It is also easier to untie compared to thumb knot

Note:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-02-21 06:23:03 UTC

Crosses of Clove Hitches tied around both poles must be on the opposite sides of the pole diagonal to each other

Category:

hongtracey — 2023-03-13 01:41:30 UTC

Bends

hongtracey — 2023-03-13 01:42:51 UTC

Function:

hongtracey — 2023-03-13 01:43:18 UTC

To join two ropes, especially ropes of unequal diameters

Application:

hongtracey — 2023-03-13 01:43:48 UTC

To attach a flag to a halyard

Demonstration

hongtracey — 2023-03-13 01:46:33 UTC

Function:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:14:38 UTC

Application:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:14:58 UTC

• To stop the end of a sewing thread from passing through the eye of the needle
• Tied at intervals on a lifeline as multiple handholds

Category:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:15:21 UTC

Stopper Knots

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:15:55 UTC

Category:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:20:41 UTC

Loop knots

Function:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:21:17 UTC

• The loop can assist in the hauling of objects
• It provides an alternative to tie a loop in the middle of a rope instead of at the end

Application:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:21:44 UTC

Used as a halyard loop for flagstaff

Note:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:29:56 UTC

Ensure that the bight formed is not too big or small (if too small, it will be very difficult to fit the nylon rope through when doing flagstaff)

Category:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:34:01 UTC

Loop knots

Function:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:34:22 UTC

Forms a loop that can be used for temporary/quick release purposes

Application:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:34:32 UTC

Used in tent guy loop

Demonstration:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:37:28 UTC

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:40:01 UTC

Category:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:40:42 UTC

Shortening Formations

Function:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:41:05 UTC

To shorten ropes without cutting, especially ropes of small diameter

Application:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:41:19 UTC

Shortening of male cadets’ bootlaces

Demonstration:

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:48:03 UTC

hongtracey — 2023-03-18 03:48:32 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:35:55 UTC

Letter N

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:40:05 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:40:28 UTC

Thumb knot with extra wind around loop

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:47:07 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:47:38 UTC

• Start with thumb knot but pull under and through
• 'Pretzel' method

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:50:40 UTC

Wrap around 2 fingers and pull

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 06:51:50 UTC

Start with slip knot, bight through bight, pull, repeat

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:02:54 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:03:42 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:04:16 UTC

3 poles, tripod

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:13:31 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:14:58 UTC

Cross with opposite clove hitches

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:15:57 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:16:28 UTC

How to remember:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:17:00 UTC

Cross with timber hitch (twirly one)

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:18:18 UTC

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:26:01 UTC

To bind 3 or more poles/spars together

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:26:16 UTC

To create a tripod or a makeshift raft

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:26:33 UTC

To bind 2 poles/spars at right angles to each other

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:26:47 UTC

To construct trestles in pioneering

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:27:05 UTC

1. Start with a clove hitch on one of the side poles
2. Wind the rope alternatively across the poles (under, over, under, etc...)
3. Make a turnabout around the first pole, before frapping between the poles
4. End with a clove hitch on the last pole, diagonally opposite the starting clove hitch

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:27:24 UTC

1. Position your poles at right angles
2. Tie a clove hitch on bottom pole
3. Wind the rope alternatively around the 2 poles (in, out, in, out...)
4. After sufficient rounds, frap between the poles
5. End with a clove hitch on the same pole

Function:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:27:38 UTC

To bind 2 poles/spars together at any angle

Application:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:27:46 UTC

To construct A-frames and braces in pioneering

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-03-20 07:27:53 UTC

1. Tie a timber hitch over 2 overlapped poles across an angle
2. Wind rounds across the other angle, perpendicular to the timber hitch
3. Make a turn around one of the poles, before winding rounds parallel to the timber hitch
4. Ensure that all the rounds are parallel with no unnecessary overlaps
5. Frap between the 2 poles
6. End the lashing with a clove hitch on 1 of the poles

Benchmark timings:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-16 13:51:52 UTC

• Round: 90 seconds (1min 30sec)

• Square: 90 seconds (1min 30sec)

• Shear: 120 seconds (2 min)

• Diagonal: 150 seconds (2min 30sec)

• Gyn: 150 seconds (2min 30sec)

Components:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 01:52:02 UTC

• ×2 3.0m Spars
• ×4 Pegs (Extra peg as mallet included)
• ×2 3.0 metre Manila Hemp
• ×3 5.5 metre Manila Hemp
• ×1 1.0 metre Twine (For Manharness Knot)
• ×1 10.0 metre Nylon Rope
• ×1 Flag

Binding 3m Manila Hemp

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 01:55:36 UTC

Using the two pieces of 3.0m manila hemp, bind the two spars together with round lashing.

The thicker spar will be the bottom/base spar, and the recommended length of overlapping portion should be 1/2 to 1/3 of each spar.

The round lashings should be 1 palm length away from the end of the overlapping portion.

Attaching 5.5m manila hemp

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 01:58:18 UTC

Secure three pieces of the 5.5m manila hemp to the middle, between the two round lashings, using clove hitches.

All three clove hitches should be of downward force facing the base spar, with one tied the opposite direction from the other two.

Adjust the clove hitches such that the crosses of all three clove hitches are on the base spar, with the standing ends at about 120° to one another, extending in the “12 o’clock", “4 o’clock”, and “8 o’clock” directions.

There should be no gap between each hitch.

Forming a Halyard

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:03:17 UTC

Tie a Manharness Knot in the middle of the 1.0m twine to form a pulley, tie the free ends of the Manharness Knot tightly to the top of the flagstaff using West Country Whipping at the "6 o’clock" position.

Run the nylon rope through the pulley to form a halyard.

Pegging

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:04:33 UTC

Hammer the 3 pegs at an angle of 120° to one another, with respect to the base of the flagstaff, forming an equilateral triangle.

The distance of the pegs from the base of the flagstaff should be equal to the distance of the middle clove hitch to the base of the flagstaff.

Erecting the Flagstaff

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:06:17 UTC

Erect the flagstaff with one person holding on to the body of the flagstaff.

Securing the Flagstaff

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:06:53 UTC

Adjust the flagstaff until it is vertical, then secure the 3 guylines to their pegs simultaneously using a tent guy loop.

Raising the flag

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:07:49 UTC

Attach and raise the flag with the nylon rope (halyard), then secure the halyard.

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:11:08 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 02:14:43 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:06:53 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:08:01 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:12:13 UTC

Note: Use West Country Whipping

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:14:08 UTC

Remark: Erect flagstaff after pegging

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:15:21 UTC

Note: Peg before erecting the Flagstaff

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:15:51 UTC

Demonstration:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 03:54:04 UTC

Tent Guy Loop:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 04:05:59 UTC

West Country Whipping:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 04:16:57 UTC

How to tie:
Tie half knot at one end and another half knot at the reverse side, repeat and finish off with a reef knot

Benchmark timing:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 04:24:11 UTC

5 seconds

Benchmark timings:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-25 04:33:27 UTC

• Thumb: 3 seconds

• Double: 5 seconds

• Fo8: 5 seconds

• Slip: 5 seconds

• Clove: 8 seconds

• Timber: 8 seconds

• Reef: 8 seconds

• Bowline: 8 seconds

• Manharness: 8 seconds

• Sheepshank: 10 seconds

• Sheet: 12 seconds

• Chain: 12 seconds

• RT2H: 15 seconds

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 01:12:12 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 01:23:36 UTC

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 01:25:31 UTC

Benchmark timing:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 01:52:32 UTC

360 seconds

Note:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 02:02:54 UTC

Crosses of Clove Hitches must be on the opposite sides of the pole & Clove Hitches tied around one pole

Note:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 02:04:08 UTC

Crosses of Clove Hitches must be on the opposite sides of the pole

Note:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-04-26 02:06:07 UTC

Clove hitch must be on opposite sides in between the pole in the middle

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:03:11 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop

2. Pass the working end through and out of the underside of the loop

3. Pull the working end to tighten

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:04:35 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop

2. Pass the working end through and out of the underside of the loop twice

3. Pull the working end to tighten

4. Dress the knot by pushing both sides together

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:07:10 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop

2. Pass the working end under the standing end then through and out of the overside of the loop

3. Pull the working end to tighten

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:09:08 UTC

• Forms a "pretzel" shape

• Knot should not unravel or move when pulled

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:10:05 UTC

• Parallel lines on the back
• Knot should not unravel or move when pulled

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:10:44 UTC

• Forms a "number eight" shape

• Knot should not unravel or move when under tension

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:14:07 UTC

1. Form a loop by wrapping the working end around the standing end, keep the working end facing down
2. Reach through the opposite end of the loop and pull the standing part through
3. Pull both the loop and the working end to tighten

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:18:28 UTC

• Loop should be adjustable by pulling the loop to loosen or pulling the working end to tighten
• Knot should untie when pulled on the working end

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:20:55 UTC

1. Make a complete round around the pole
2. Make another complete round around the pole, overlapping the first round
3. Pull the cross section of the rounds away from the pole and insert the working end underneath, below the middle of the cross section
4. Pull the working end to tighten and adjust to tidy the knot on the pole

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:22:22 UTC

• Parallel lines on the bottom
• Rope securing parallel lines on the top
• Rope and pole should not slip or unravel when under tension

Terminology used:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:22:44 UTC

General:

• Common terms refer to words that are frequently used to describe things, especially technical names and processes

• Category refers to a family of common knots

• Function refers to the purpose of the knot

• Application refers to what the knot can be used for in real life

Function vs. application example:

Function: A police car is used to transport officers

Application: A police car is used to patrol the streets & respond to calls

Technical:

• Knots are tied in a rope or a piece of webbing

• Hitches connects a rope to another object like a pole or another rope

• Bends are knots that join two ropes together

• Standing part refers to the part of rope at the end of a loop or knot towards the standing end

• Bases of loops refer to the length of rope at the start and end of the loop

• Unravel refers to the knot becoming undone indirectly from tension or slackening of the rope

• Under tension refers to the rope being "pulled" constantly

• Slacken refers to the rope no longer being under tension; loose

• Fasten refers to pulling the loop securing a rope so that it stays in place, but not too tight that a knot becomes undone

• Tighten refers to pulling the working end and/or other parts of the rope so that it does not become easily undone under tension, but not too tight that it becomes too hard to undo

• Lines/sides refer to part of a rope in a shape or direction

• Form refers to manipulating the rope so that it creates a specific "shape"

• Forming refers to the resulting "shape" after the manipulation of the rope, which can mean what to look out for

• Fray/fraying refers to the end of a rope/twine loosening and unravelling

• Wind/winding refers to wrapping the rope/twine around something, typically a pole/spar

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 03:26:29 UTC

1. Secure the left working end to the right working end by wrapping it over and under
2. The sides of the working ends have now "switched", secure the right working end to the left working end by wrapping it over and under
3. Pull both ends to tighten

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 05:23:29 UTC

• Both working ends on the same side

• Knot should not unravel when either or both ends are under tension
• Presence of an interlocking mechanism

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 05:29:02 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop
2. Pass the working end through the bottom of the loop
3. Pass the working end under the top base of the loop
4. Pass the working end through the top of the loop
5. Hold both the working end and bit of loop beside it together and the standing end and pull to tighten

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 05:33:46 UTC

• Working end (when tying) should lie within the bight
• A "triangle shape" can be seen on one side

• "π (pi) shape" can be seen on the other side

• Loop should not be adjustable when ends are under tension

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 05:38:43 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop
2. Fold the loop towards the left
3. Pull the standing part of the loop slightly through the loop
4. Twist the "bottom side" of the loop with the left base of the loop and pull to tighten
5. Twist both knots at the base of the loop to make it neat and beside each other

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 05:46:02 UTC

• Loop in between 2 parallel lines

• "π (pi shape)" can be seen on one side

• Dressed knot should not capsize when force is applied

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:01:12 UTC

1. Form a "letter S" on a flat surface, forming a bight on the top left and bottom right sides
2. Form a loop on the right bight by going under and around the top and middle line with the right working end
3. Pass the right working end through the top and middle line
4. Pull to fasten, leave a decent bight on the end
5. Repeat for the left working end, but go around then under the bottom and middle line
6. Pass the left working end through the bottom and middle line
7. Pull to fasten, leave a decent bight on the end
8. Adjust the lines so that there are three distinct parallel lines and that the loops are fastened and in place
(Pull the bights evenly to adjust the length of the rope, ensure that the lines within the loops are parallel too)
9. Dress the knot

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:04:04 UTC

• Three clear parallel lines secured by two loops
• Two bights at the ends that are sufficient to prevent the loops from slipping off
• Loops should stay in place and rope should not slip through under tension

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:06:02 UTC

1. Form a "letter N"
2. Pass the right working end under the middle line and over the left line, forming an overhand loop on the right and bight on top
3. Pick up the left working end and the middle line nearest to the rope that was passed through in step 2
4. Pass the right working end under both lines and through the loop, forming an "upside-down triangle shape"
5. Pass the right working end through the upside-down triangle and under the bottom (which is facing up) side, pulling it so that it is parallel to the top side of the loop on the right
6. Hold the left working end with the "left side" of the loop with your left hand and the right working end with the "top side" of the loop with your right hand, pull to tighten

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:13:48 UTC

• "π (pi shape)" can be seen on one side

• Loop securing both bases of the bight and bight securing one base of the loop

• Loop should not be adjustable when under tension

• The working end should be pointing towards the same side as the standing end (if the standing end is under the standing part as depicted in the image, the working end should point down, vice-versa)

How to tie:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:15:54 UTC

1. Form an overhand loop by wrapping the working end around and keep the working end facing down
2. Pass the standing part through the opposite end of the loop by pulling
3. Pull both the loop and the working end to tighten, forming a bight
4. Form a bight and pull it through the opposite side of the bight
5. Pull the base of the bight to tighten
6. Repeat step 4 and 5 until rope is shortened to desirable length (or until there is sufficient length at the working end to secure the knot), ensure that there is enough length at the working end to tighten in next step
7. Pass the working end completely through the bight to secure the rope

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 06:23:14 UTC

• Repeating patterns of loops wrapped round each other at the top and bottom with no deviations
• Knot should not unravel under tension
• Knot should completely unravel in one pull when last step is undone

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 08:09:30 UTC

• Clove hitches must be on opposite sides
• No fraps
• Poles should not be able to slide past each other

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 08:12:14 UTC

• Clove hitches must be on opposite sides
• At least 3 rounds of fraps are made
• Poles should not be able to slide past each other

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 08:15:11 UTC

• Clove hitches must be on opposite sides
• At least 3 rounds of fraps and 3 complete rounds should be made
• Poles should not be able to slide past each other
• Poles should be able to open up to form a tripod

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 08:23:12 UTC

• Clove hitches must be side by side and on the same pole, same side
• At least 3 rounds of fraps and 3 complete rounds should be made
• Poles should not be able to slide past each other
• Knot should prevent the poles from turning too far
• Presence of turn on non-clove hitch pole

How to check:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-27 08:27:19 UTC

• At least 3 rounds of fraps and 3 complete rounds should be made around both axis
• Poles should not be able to slide past each other
• Knot should prevent the poles from turning on it's axis too far

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-06-30 02:05:52 UTC

Disclaimer:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-04 02:16:21 UTC

Pictures/videos used to depict or demonstrate lashings in this section may not be completely accurate. Refer to "how to tie" and "how to check" sections for accurate instructions

Safety precautions:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-05 00:17:14 UTC

• Beware of pegs or other objects on the ground to avoid tripping
• Do not pull out the peg towards yourself
• Do not run with any hard objects
• Do not throw hard objects
• Peggers are to:
- Ensure surroundings are clear before pegging
- Hold the peg facing down when moving (do not let the sharp end face anyone)
- Ensure proper posture is maintained (backs straightened) while pegging

Diagram:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 02:54:12 UTC

Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Also known as:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:20:06 UTC

Overhand Knot

Also known as:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:20:54 UTC

Slipped Overhand Knot

Diagram:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:23:34 UTC

Also known as:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:24:38 UTC

Square Knot

Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Also known as:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:50:19 UTC

Artilleryman's Loop, Artillery Loop, Artillery Hitch

Diagram:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:53:27 UTC

Diagram:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 03:58:06 UTC

Also known as:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 04:02:12 UTC

Catepillar Knot, Chain Sinnet, Monkey Braid

Diagram:

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2023-07-06 04:02:30 UTC

Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Diagram:

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Diagram:

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chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:25:35 UTC

Category:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:26:43 UTC

Hitches

Function:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:27:55 UTC

To attach a rope to cylindrical object and works best when the working end is pulled perpendicularly to the knot

Application:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:30:15 UTC

• Often used for logging purposes
• Used to start a diagonal lashing

How to remember:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:31:11 UTC

Working end twirls around loop

Demonstration:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:42:02 UTC

Diagram:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:50:56 UTC

How to tie:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:54:41 UTC

1. Make a turn around the pole
2. Place working end under the standing end
3. Bring the working end upwards, across itself
4. Twist the working end around itself, at least thrice
5. Pull the working end perpendicular to the pole to tighten
6. Lock the timber hitch by pushing the loop towards the pole

How to check:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-02 11:55:30 UTC

• Loop is formed around the standing end
• Rope is twisted around the working end itself

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:14:18 UTC

Category:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:14:55 UTC

Hitches

Function:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:16:03 UTC

Used to secure a rope to an object and allow the rope to turn in all direction (360 degrees)

Application:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:17:03 UTC

Commonly used to secure boats to dock post or hammock to a tree

How to remember:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:18:26 UTC

Name suggests how to tie

Demonstration

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:19:49 UTC

Diagram

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:21:39 UTC

How to tie:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:22:15 UTC

1. Make a round turn on the pole
2. Tie 2 half hitches in the same direction

How to check:

chandrandimitria — 2023-10-03 10:23:22 UTC

• 2 half hitches as close to the round turn as possible

• 2 half hitches should thread over themselves

Direction of clove hitches

timothy_isaac_lim3_1 — 2024-01-27 08:33:17 UTC

The top and bottom clove hitches should be downwards force clove hitches and the middle clove hitch should be an upwards force clove hitch

Also known as:

timothyisaaclim — 2024-02-21 06:45:30 UTC

Tripod Lashing