Bushcraft - Nite Ize Figure 9 - Review

[@tammyjames2294]

I found one of these tonight and did a Google search of the gadget. Then came straight to you tube to see how to use it. My father was a knot boy in the Navy he taught me lots of knots also how to make rope. These days I have a lot of arthritis in my hands so don't like to aggravate it. I'm a snowbird that means I winter in Florida. It's way more comfortable than cold and snow. This item will come in handy. Thank you for teaching me.

[@caspervanlife8466]

You’re very welcome Tammy, thank you for your interesting comment, much appreciated…

[@kevinwiens4804]

Hello Mick, Thanks for doing this Figure 9 Review, I love organization which to me boils down to 3 things "speed simplicity and reliability" although I know many knots by memory however a knot is worthless if you can't remember it. The Figure 9 SAVES TIME. As a Gadget guy, this Figure 9 tool, checks all of the boxes....

[@JesterBushcraft]

I quite agree Ben, not for the purist who likes to tie knots, but in winter when you have gloves on, could be a winner. I will enjoy using them more I think. Thank you for your comment...

[@Silajala]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I've just got some figure 9s and struggled with them earlier today, but having come home and watched this I now know what to do! Much appreciated.

[@ar007r]

I have two larger caribiner versions of this and they are great. Easiest way to secure a rope. I use them with high power suction cups so that I can hook up a tarp to the back of my vehicle. These two items allow me to set it up in less than 2 minutes.

[@JesterBushcraft]

That’s a great idea, which I may well borrow for my T5 😁👍 thank you for your great feedback…

[@12001markb]

Just tried your method of hanging your tarp,spot on. I use a bowline on one end of the ridgeline and tension the other end with a ferrimond hitch. Thanks for sharing.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thanks Sandy, always a pleasure to hear your comments...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you for your comment Tore, glad the video helped in your decision...

[@barrybaldwin5535]

I've always loved tying knots. I even instructed 2 levels of Scouts in my earlier life with 1/2" diameter × 6' long sisal ropes, one for each kid. However, at 72, I'm a big fan of the "Nite Ize" products as well. I've collected many of their cord fastening products, just because I'm mechanically minded & appreciate the thought, innovation & functionality of them. Keep up the good content.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you Ken, great to receive a comment from your good self, much appreciated...

[@torefrost1926]

welldone Jester, been thinking of buying some of these for a similar tarp set up and now ive seen how they work i'll deffinatley get some thanks for doing a review it helps some of us quite a lot. keep the videos coming thanks Tore

[@robertclarke7274]

Again a very useful little item to have in the rucksack, especially with the lousy weather we have been having lately. Nice one Mick!

[@JesterBushcraft]

It is quite a clever little piece of kit. Thank you for your comment...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Stephen, the carabiners I use on my tarp are just some cheapish ones, dont need to take a lot of weight, just used for guylines. If you use any on the ridgline end points, maybe a little stronger, as it could be under a little more strain...

[@vampiremaffia]

Clearly those splendid birds want you gone but I'm glad you explained the figure 9 and you so happened to be the no. 1 in KZbin's search function for this item. I bought a slightly different model of the Figure 9 with stainless steel gate springs. Since you mentioned the cold hands in winter scenario your tarp ridge line system could be easily improved upon by using a small carabiner at one end and using one single figure 9 at the other end to provide the tensioning & locking resulting in a whopping (near) 50% reduction of hassle! Some have indicated that the figure 9 teeth are too sharp and might need to be dulled ever so slightly before they damage your lines. Perhaps any metal no-knot tensioning system is bound to degrade your lines to some extent especially compared to conventional knots but I suppose this is more an academic issue since most folks would not pitch their tarps on a daily basis. I am not sure your bed sheet straps/clips or even Coghlan tarp clips are suited to keep your tarp straight in even the gentlest of breezes; I would assume the usual 4-6 guy lines would suffice.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Nice idea, I think they could be useful for all manner of things... Thank you for your comment...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Great feedback and thanks for your support

[@JesterBushcraft]

Just make sure which you get, as there are packs of 4 but are plastic, used for guy lines only etc.

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you for your comment, glad you liked the video...

[@petermorrison3332]

another nice bit from nite ize they look good thanks for sharing Peter

[@JesterBushcraft]

Yes, I need to do a bit more testing yet, but seems ok... Thanks for your comment...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you, as always for your valuable comments, much appreciated...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Thank you for your comment. I have yet to put the figure 9's through their paces, but I like them and hope to use them more. The tarp is a standard issue British Army Basha...

[@ChrisinHove]

Great review. I also use these beauties but also the excellent LineLok guy cleats on conventional guy lines.

[@Ozzie123Outdoors]

Hi could you tell what type of Carabiner's you use on the tarp and would they need to carry a large load. Thanks stephen

[@JesterBushcraft]

Yes, Ive looked at those...might get some, now youve said they're ok...

[@BCkayakcamper]

Nice video. I love my figure 9's. they also make larger ones that are very handy as well. What material is your tarp made of?

[@fepowson]

A very useful little item, where from?

[@KennethKramm]

Interesting gadget. I'm always learning from your vids. Thanks for posting. Ken

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Mick, Looks like a good piece of kit but personally I will stay with para cord and knots. Bungees and gizmo's aren't for me but each to his own I say. Well presented vid Sandy

[@JesterBushcraft]

The well known online auction site... thank you for your comment...

[@fleabag72]

I've used them from day 1, there dead e z to use, I have them on my tarp etc, gr8 vid

[@chorleybushcraftuk]

hey mick i have an s biner from nite ize absolute bullet proof

[@richbuilds_com]

Where have you found them for a couple of quid? Best i've found is £9.99

[@ArmyStinger150]

Great vid man, I have one of the big ones I use...very handy piece of kit.

[@JesterBushcraft]

I will check that out thank you...

[@crazysaint222]

You're a bit of a pro at these reviews now. Nifty little purchase too Mick.

[@TezMakesVideos]

Thank you for such a simple explanation!!!

[@michaeld8975]

Nice bit of kit thank you.

[@hitchcraft]

If you like the Figure9 you should try the RopeTie ( by Hitchcraft). It predates the Figure9 and yet it works better. Also it is US made.

[@Danishbushcrafter]

Awesome product Mick ;) Very good review!

[@JesterBushcraft]

Cheers mate...

[@CoulterTravel]

I like them. Nice and simple

[@JesterBushcraft]

Spooky...let me know what you think, I quite like them...

[@Alloutdoor1]

Handy little gadget. Thanks for posting.

[@cierracase8089]

My dad is the owner of the company

[@JesterBushcraft]

Wow, really... Well you can tell your Dad from me, that he has some amazing ideas, that have become great pieces of outdoor kit... I bet nothing comes loose in your house... ha ha !

[@richbuilds_com]

Duly noted. Thanks for the heads up :-)

[@foggy460]

Great item and great review.

[@thomasmalone6654]

Thanks for the Demo

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

Great video - new subscriber ✅

[@richbuilds_com]

Oops. That was 9.99 for 4. Close enough. Great vid thanks for posting :-)

[@JesterBushcraft]

They are only a few £££, so worth a try...

[@JesterBushcraft]

Ha ha, not sure about that... But thanks anyway !

[@JesterBushcraft]

The well known online auction site...

[@patrickholcomb9628]

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