BEST all around Ridgeline for anyone FULL VIDEO AND DETAILS

[@DavidCanterbury]

The other issue the 3rd prussic solves over a tied loop is a short distance between trees when you may have to move a prussic past the loop before tying to get enough mechanical advantage, you could tackle from the 2nd loop and toggle a tarp with the 3rd so you don’t need to attempt finite adjustment of where the tackle loop is verses where the tarp may land between the trees

[@smithself411]

Love how you’re never afraid to let your techniques evolve, Dave. Thanks.

[@CMDR-Cody]

Man I started this video like "How can you improve the ridgeline anymore it's so easy." But honestly I am speachless that is amazing.

[@evanf1443]

Your enthusiasm when explaining the process in this particular video is both infectious and understandable. It’s not every day such a simple change to accepted practices can make such a quality of life improvement.

[@MrBogus1983]

It is amazing, that this morning a thousand men all over the globe go to their gardens to play with ropes. Great job Dave. Godspeed.

[@jasonsierra3696]

This is why you're the best bushcraft teacher alive today. Thanks Dave.

[@trentonjames4561]

I love this technique, but my favorite part of this video is the excitement and joy on your face while demonstrating. You sir are truly a blessing 🙏

[@jimmeyers8960]

I've been "into" knots for years, first owning a sailboat and then more knots when I started watching bushcraft channels. This is the first time I've seen this! It's amazing. It seems to have all the best properties of a knot: Easy to tie, easy to untie, holds when tied, holds under load, works with different size line, etc. Well done, Dave. Thanks for sharing it.

[@davehumpleby3440]

Your excitement about this is palpable. And I can see why. This might just be the start of a global change in line tensioning. Ridgelines, guylines, washing lines, hell, any line. It's a Eureka moment. I'll certainly be using it from now on. Great work, Dave.

[@DanielMerk23]

Who else watched this 100x? Awesome vid Dave

[@bjh4970]

I love the fact that no matter how experienced you are there’s always something new you can learn if you stay vigilant; how many ridge lines have you tied in your life? 10,000? 100,000? And STILL there’s more to learn…

[@CC-mb8fi]

As a person that moved goods daily by truck and trailer, we used those knots for 30 years. I am 65 and still use them to cynch down things on the truck or trailer. Many other uses in the field as well. Thanks for the reminder

[@linolopez7510]

Seeing his facial expression at 8:13 that he has so much pride in his craft and you can tell that he truly appreciates learning and teaching

[@woodswalker64]

You know, it’s amazing to see how this ridge line has evolved over the last few years. I learned it from the channel when at the fixed end all the cordage was run through the bowline. Also, Dave did a video years ago on putting a figure 8 loop as the fixed loop for the truckers hitch. Then it evolved to using the much faster marline spike hitch on the bowline and the slip knot for the trucker’s hitch loop. Now look at it! This is going to be called the “30 second ridge line” as taught at the Pathfinder School. can’t wait to get out and practice these techniques! Thanks DC! Can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@ayobali0121]

David this is seriously a game changer for people like me whom suffer from arthritis. Being able to use these methods means I can spend more time outdoors with my kids 🥰🥰🥰 Thanks so much, keep up with the innovative ways it means so much 🤩

[@jayslater3964]

And I was just getting to prepare my new Rapid Deployment Ridge Line this afternoon. Thanks Dave. Glad to see your nogin is still in prime working order. Gives faith to the rest of us that ours still works good too!. Well, I still have lost a substantial amount of my creative superpower, all of it if you ask my kids. I can't seem to convince them that wanting to live in the woods, chase little animals, hugs the trees, all of it, is actually the most sane anyone can get!

[@gud2go50]

Beautiful! Wow! The folks down under are genius! I lived in New Zealand for 10 years and was always learning something new in bushcraft after thinking it was backward at first but come to find out it was different and more practical. Dave, I will practice this now. I am glad you are constantly researching new methods of survival and bushcraft but most importantly you bring it back to all of us without making it a big members-only secret. Thanks! You need to do another survival show on your terms now and with your people. I would watch every episode.😊

[@small-town-southern-man3573]

Another thing that is overlooked is the friction involved in these type scenarios. One can actually create enough pressure/friction to cut through (at the least, damage) the surface of the loop being used. A small quick link in the loop creates a smoother surface for the 2:1, enabling quicker/smoother take up of slack, but eliminates the risk of cord damage.

[@mikeblair2594]

That's exactly the knot that my dad used for my entire life. I always watched him cause I learn best that way and I know that knot so well I could do it in my sleep. So your idea is an old one, but its the best knot I've ever seen/used to cinch somethin down. Thanx for bringing back some good memories of my pop. We all miss him and his black humor so much.

[@jamescooper2618]

Dave, this seems so sensible that I'm surprised that it hasn't been common knowledge for years. It seems to be a great technique for speedy ridgeline deployment. Thanks for teaching this to us!

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

This is pure genius. Totally deleted the 2 things I had issue with. The popping of the loop and running 5-15 feet of cordage trough twice. Thank You so much for making a more explainatory video on this after your intro short a few days ago.

[@jiujitsu2000]

Excellent! I think this will become the NEW STANDARD! I love it. Played around with it today and WOW! Thank you!! Blessings from Arizona!

[@VictorSteiner]

Love the amount of joy in your face around 8:45 :) very nice update!

[@MoJoRSA]

You made me so excited. My dad taught me your newly discovered loop to tie down our truck loads. What you can do for loads is you double die your end loop it Avoids it pulling itself out and acts as a secondary tie point. Now each tie point can be individually taught as the rope finds its stretch along the trip (especially new rope) I miss my dad, been just over a year since the Lord took him home. Thanks for this reminder of him. You've got a new subscription. God bless you

[@awayinthewilderness4319]

I don't think I've ever seen you that excited. Love it! You can really tell how passionate you are about this stuff. Thanks for sharing! I've learned a ton from you over the past several years.

[@edlo7801]

Wow...Was really looking for something where my daughters could do their own ridgelines more easily. This is perfect and now I use it too. Thanks my dude.

[@JohnDoe-qq8et]

It's such a pleasure to observe how passionate you are about your craft. I could hear and see the excitement radiating from you, that made me excited, looking for whatever I had, which in this case was a shoe string, just to practice. You're amazing, Dave!

[@papaschuette]

Simply ingenious. I already have 3 prusik loops on my ridgeline. 2 for the tarp and 1 in the middle for a light source. I'll just add a 4th and call it good. I'll be using that setup from now on.

[@cluelessbushcraft]

I can see how excited you were while explaining this which makes me incredibly excited to go out and put this into practice too. 😊

[@marlonvite4152]

Thw world is already better with people like you and I....you are a genius.... improving the already improved is only for proactive masters .... doing the already simple extraordinarily better.

[@TheP0STMAN]

Always up for a way to do things more efficiently. I like the prussic idea and the new tie off. Will start practicing this week so I can teach it to my Trail Life boys this weekend.

[@jazmarz]

Great technique for someone like me who never can pinch as tight as I'd like. Will be practicing this in the backyard before my next outing. Thanks Dave, you are always finding new ways to make it simple.

[@SilverPony44]

Dang dude that was so sick the way he did that whole deal and it all just pulled right out definitely gonna take this to the feild and start training the new style the great advantage is yanking one time to break your camp down and dip in a hurry if needed

[@nancieerhard420]

Thank you so much! I'm always looking for ways that I as a small, 67-year-old woman can get out there and do stuff. This is so simple and clear. Can't wait to set up my hammock tarp now.

[@swnorcraft7971]

The first "truckers hitch" I learned was the "truckee" you refer to. A guy showed it to me 30+ years ago. I have taught it to many since and have used it much. The loop that you pull through the under hand loop to secure the tackle loop can be left long and then tied in a half hitch around the standing part as a safety if you use this for securing objects for hauling. THE Creme de la Creme of this video is the way you finish...........Absolute Genius! Thanks for sharing! I love your enthusiasm in sharing this with the community. Keep up the good work.

[@redred333]

8:04 I really like the overlaid slipper half-hitches. this is a clever and elegant solution. thanks for sharing

[@brucemattes5015]

I've always been a time and motion kind of person. This is just another example, which has been demonstrated to me in multiple fields of work, of when someone who is totally unfamiliar and new to a particular job looks at what someone else/everyone else is doing, and comes up with an entirely new perspective on how to accomplish a task that no one has thought of before. I'm definitely going to incorporate a separate prussik loop in my quick deployment ridgeline for this purpose. Thanks for the video.

[@nathanielbetteridge4978]

I accidentally discovered this once while using the standard truckers' hitch type ridgeline knot that you've taught for years and have been using it since. Its by far the fastest and easiest method I've used.

[@anthonyesposito7]

I love how excited Dave is explaining this! Great knot and explanation Dave!!

[@norseman1137]

That's the best knot I've seen I will use that with prusik... I confess I'm a bit knotlexic... I have trouble remembering alot of knots ...this one is pure gold

[@Bronkowitsch]

I've never got so excited about loops in a line, as you did. It's the little things in life that counts . That's the real lesson for today.

[@jeffbrooks9815]

Thanks Mr Canterbury, recently retired and I've been teaching myself and grandson some basic knowledge for taking care of your home. Your videos are very helpful. I hope your family will have a blessed Christmas together.

[@johnschmalbach8243]

I have been using the third prussic loop for a while and use it for so much tbh. A couple keep my organizers from sliding on my hammock ridgeline. It allows me to adjust my food back on a 2 tree bear hang so I am not constantly redoing both anchor points to get the bag centered between the trees. Make a prussic soft/shackle hybrid and you don't even need toggles or s-biners for your tarp tieouts. So many things you can do with the simple prussic. That bite/slippery half hitch but though is clever as hell.

[@davidlee6461]

Whoa! Brilliant again. Thank you for your sharing

[@clintmcmahan3792]

I am stealing all kinds of stuff from this video. I always use the truckie's hitch with the slipknot to set my ridgeline, but I keep a super long rapid deploy ridgeline cause...well, you never know how far between anchors. But that half sheep shank simplifies having to pull all that excess line through the loop. When you take that sheep shank out, the whole thing just drops. Bundle your tail and bring it back over your line, roll up your cordage. Love it. Pulling the half-hitch loop to tighten the ridge line is brilliant too and avoids having to run the tail through the tackle twice to create an auto-lock when you pull it tight. The only thing I might change is using a lark's head instead of the underhand turn to create that partial sheep shank. I've been a fan of Dave ever since he was on that survival show with Cody. Thanks again Dave!

[@kenbarrett6466]

Well Dave has reinvented the wheel again !

[@pantera6925]

I’m glad I’m not the only one that gets excited about knots lol. Thanks I’ll try this for sure.

[@eriktaylor5704]

All these years and you are still excited about a ridge line. Amazing lesson.

[@guynemer53]

I love how proud he is of his discovery. Well done man. Putzing around opens doors to new discovery.

[@captbizzarro3141]

Never seen you smile as much or be so excited over knots. 😂 Too funny. Great new improvement to the ridge line, indeed.

[@davef5916]

I love how happy dave looks in this video after making a major but also only slight improvement on a time tested staple of his teaching. Hard earned knowledge!! To me this has always been the benefit of a taut tarp hitch over a truckers hitch, but I always feel like the truckers gives a smidge more tension. Thanks for sharing this Dave, definitely speedy!

[@waw-westaussiewilderness8291]

Dave thank you so much for this. Some reason I've always had issues with the slip knot and putting tension into Ridgeline, but seeing that prusik being used instead is definitely an innovation for me. Being an Aussie we do like the "truckies hitch" and now I look forward to trying out the bite through instead of the full line. Much appreciated and love your continued developments

[@usmcdoc2512]

The excitement on your face made this even more worthwhile. Stay motivated. 🇺🇸

[@user-Zath]

I use this all the time, and I'll be sure to tie it like this in the future. Thanks Dave, for a 100% improved version of it.

[@kratz57x]

I've been making low-line poncho hootches literally for decades, This is a true game changer, BRAVO!

[@scottburkett]

Dave, been a big fan of your work for many years at this point. While I have no problem tying a trucker's hitch, this particular approach is truly a game changer, especially if needed to be applied during distress or harsh conditions, or when possibly wearing gloves. Seconds can matter! Thanks for putting this together. Rock of the Marne!

[@megapixies]

Signs of a true pro, taking something, practicing, questioning, refining and then executing effectively and efficiently with minimal effort. Good drills.

[@stalejakobsen3988]

Thank you!😃👍 i've just baught my first tarp...an i am very new to all of this.But i picked up my paracord,atached it to my bed pole...and practiced 10 min,and now i feel like im a champion!😅 suuuper!! God bless! Greetings from Norway!

[@Holmesy87]

I've no idea what he's talking about or why I was suggested this, but man it was fascinating to watch. I wish I knew anything about knots so i could appreciate this more.

[@djtblizzle]

THIS is why I continue to be a fan. Real applications, actual descriptions, and how to use things. It’s crazy to think people actually think some random chick showing her headlights is a real survivalist.

[@backdoor5993]

Over the years of deploying ridge lines I have always felt there was easier way but I always got distracted from exploring what that might be. Thanks for taking the time to think it through!

[@jezoliver6464]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Innovative, clear instruction, friendly and completely non patronising. Top quality.

[@earndoggy]

I have been looking for something like this for years. I damaged my hands in an accident and cannot pinch the lines together. This is absolutely perfect, thank you!

[@thefreedomwarrior]

Usually I don’t catch on too fast on new knots. You explained it so well and repetitively. I actually got it. God bless Dave

[@michelebouvet8074]

I loved your little satisfied smile you were trying to hide after you demostrated your ingenious discovery. Very cute.

[@sundaymorninghikes6275]

My man, I just found your page and this knot is GOLD! Thank you for sharing this great idea!

[@ericschnipke874]

The joy this man gets from a good knot is outstanding and infectious -- well done and cool invention!

[@CutefaceKennyJ]

I think I stumbled upon this restraint by luck a while back. You've refreshed my memory and are a lifesaver.

[@taiwanjohn]

Luckily for me, I just spent a few days practicing the "Wagoner's Hitch" as taught by your Aussie pal at *Outdoor Academy Australia,* so I was able to understand every aspect of your presentation, and see how it seemlessly fits into his version. Kudos! Btw, for anybody else who's curious about that "Wagoner's Hitch" (or "Truckee's Hitch"), just search on this title: *5 ways to tie a Truckers hitch including how to do the fastest way to tie and untie it*

[@kristianhansen3404]

That was how I learned to do It as a scout 38 years ago. Good to see It cumming around again :)

[@eltacsyms5607]

Repeatable, simple, quick, and easy on equipment. Brilliant. This is definitely the very best Ridgeline in this modern era; bravo brother. Keep up the good work, and CC is our favorite of your proteges that we have encountered so far. We are going to have to watch this and practice another dozen times to lock it in. Thank you sir, you are helping America in more ways than you know.

[@craigmcmullen231]

I discovered this by accident last fall. I just figured it’s been a known technique for quite some time. I keep 4 prusik knots on my ridge line. I’ve just found uses for them over the years. Anyhow, my ridge line was way longer than the span I was trying to cover, and I hate running tons of line through the prusik. I accidentally did exactly what you’re showing. It’s pretty slick. So I kept doing it if my ridgeline was too long for my span.

[@raymond709]

I've been using that method you just taught everybody I just didn't know how to get on video to show you all that there's so much more like to show you from a lot of folks up Canada. I appreciate you showing everybody and may God bless you with many of blessings to come and they say you can't teach an old dog new tricks I love watching your videos may you have a bunch of blessings and a lot of fun in the field and make sure you stress and tell everybody it's all about the adventure and always supposed to be fun. May God bless you and keep you going good. I would love to see you do a trotline start doing some kind of catfishing. And start catching our food out of the water. Cuz when the real thing happens Walmart's not going to be there people need to start making videos on how to catch fish with the elements in the woods start with some of the Cajun people on there videos and it'll come to you may God bless you my brother

[@Multiklaaas]

I love how excited you got when you got to the new technique!

[@hnk42023]

Absolutely love your energy Dave, 😍 I absolutely get it, an Aha! moment deserves the enthusiasm and excitement.

[@Woodlandbill]

You mention that it's a good knot for people with a weak grip, and that weak grip could be an age related issue, or a weather dependent issue, snow, frost, cold and wet etc, making your hands/grip weaker than normal, to ADD to this, when you pull the last loop, to tension the line, it looks easy enough to use a free toggle (small piece of wood) in that loop to help tension the line better. well done I love it, thanks for sharing 👏👏

[@THX11380]

That is the best Ridgeline video I have ever seen in my lifetime

[@Nathan-wf3fr]

Absolutely incredible! A phenomenal improvement and I love the passion and excitement you have for continuous improvement. Thanks for sharing!

[@unpossible4349]

How is it even possible for one person to know so much about knots? This surprised me with how fascinating this was to watch. Thanks for sharing!

[@3AlarmBushcraft]

I just keep coming back to this jaw dropping video and continue to be amazed at how simple and fast a ridgeline it is. Innovation and creativity at its best.

[@justinbordeaux3627]

new to knots and hammock and tarp camping. can't wait to use this on my next trip. so slick. love the simplicity and how easy it is to do in almost a single motion!

[@Lone_Feather]

Well, im glad you shared this for those who didn't know about it. Im 63, and I've been doing mine that way since I was 12 ( my truck drivin' uncle taught me)💯👍👍

[@Fred_yolo86]

This has blown my mind, thanks for this because it's going to be a game changer.

[@yakfishin4912]

thanks for keeping things simple Dave.

[@ravenoutdoors8623]

Bam. Just like that you learn something new. I like the instalation of the prussic loop. Well done sir.

[@reneetheriault2413]

This is so brilliant and simple. I appreciate the repetition. I’ll be using this in the backwoods with a prusik knot soon!

[@usmcdoc2512]

My toy hauler started leaking in todays rain due to a crack in the overhead vent cover. I remembered this trick and threw a tarp over the top and used your technique to secure the tarp and wallah!!!.... no more rain coming inside. Thank you good sir.

[@woodsinme]

WOW Dave.Nice. You are a good teacher. I appreciate you.

[@ThePilule911]

GENUIS! M.Canterbury you are a modern Nesmuk/Kephart constantly impoving on the bushcraft techniques. I can only bow down to your commitment

[@enriquerost4670]

very, very good improvement, really advantageous finishing of this tension knot!

[@Hommer167]

This is the best trucker's hitch hands down! What a phenomenal technique! Thank you sir!

[@BeauHayes-xd3su]

This is why I follow you Dave. Always finding a better, faster way. Bravo!

[@jannikramsen8504]

I absolutely love this knot you made. Awesome stuff. I had use for it several times and it works perfect and reliable and the quick release jiust make everything even better Thanks

[@bberms2198]

I get excited just seeing Dave get excited!

[@sjuarez2000]

Great demo Mr. Canterbury. Please thank God for your wisdom for he has blessed you with everything you know.

[@Bubba4168]

I study knots all the time. I like what you just did. Anything easier is always better.

[@sidzeller8655]

Truly impressive and clearly the fastest deployable line and exceptional for tear down if in a hurry for whatever reason. Thanks for sharing!!

[@ric_cresc]

will do this on my next camp! best teacher ever watched. awesome enthusiasm. those combination are really impressive. can't wait to try it on a real camp.

[@8626John]

Good explanation and thanks for giving the Outdoor Academy Australia a shout out. That bloke is putting out some excellent content and his channel deserves attention.

[@jussikuha]

Damn, this is the day I became a Ridgeline-pro. Thanks David!!