How to Whip the End of Boat Lines | Ep. 27

Check out this video for a full explanation of how to whip the ends of boat lines. This is an important skill to have in order to keep your lines from unravelling, and to make your boat look ship-shape. It doesn't take long, and you only need a few basic supplies to get started.
Here are a few suggestions on materials:
Whipping Twine -
It's helpful to have a thin twine, ~0.8mm, and a thicker one for larger lines like dock lines, ~1.5mm.
www.fserobline..., 0.8mm
or
www.defender.c...
Needle Set -
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Ditty Bag -
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Music from Epidemic Sound. Tracks used:
- Sunny Landscapes 2 (Indie Pop Version) - by Rannar Sillard

[@TheScientistCatan]

Before this video, I'd never whipped a line before. Now I whip at least 3 lines a day. Thank you for all of your help along this journey!!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Ha! It just so happens that 3 lines a day is the recommended minimum!

[@chrissmith1048]

Very helpful and easy to follow. Just finished my first three whipped ends thanks to you!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Great, glad to hear it's going well!

[@stevejette2329]

Excellent video ! SO often people know their subject but not videography. Your camera work was good, lighting couldn't be better. Script is simple, clear. Sound loud and clear. SCENERY the best !! THANKS

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Glad you liked it Steve, thanks for the positive words!

[@khomol]

Really peaceful relaxing video

[@genecaputo8947]

Good skill and followed along today. Thanks so much!!!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

You are so welcome!

[@alanduffy7993]

Thanks for the video, very helpful. I like the chopping board with the bollard, never seen before, good idea.

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Thanks Alan. Yes, it was a gift from a friend, and fit right into the video. Fair winds!

[@markrobertshaw2781]

Thanks for the instruction. Your anchorage looks beautiful.

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Thanks Robert and yes it was a pretty picturesque spot to record the video.

[@SunsetCondo]

Thank you! Enjoyed watching your video. Now, it’s my turn to try. Thanks!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Have fun!

[@CrazyCanuckFitness]

That was awesome. Thanks for the step by step.

[@LifeFourPointZero]

You're welcome!

[@garycort7997]

Well crafted tutorial.

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Thanks Gary!

[@whyme8068]

Great info. Thanks!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Thanks Why Me!

[@TheBloggeroftheBall]

“Sharp knife.” (Swiss Army Knife) 😂

[@fabienh3943]

Great tutorial. Relaxing voice and very good filming. Silly question: does the tape stay on the line ?? I never thought it would stick on the long run!

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Sometimes! If you use self-amalgamating riggers tape, the type that stretches and melds together, that holds on longer.

[@jasonkoslow4174]

Thanks for the instruction. How thick is the black vs. the white whipping twine??

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Hi Jason. I believe that thicker black twine is about 1.5mm. The spool does not have it marked but that's roughly the size. Good luck!

[@stevepetttyjohn7900]

Dental floss works for whipping thread in a pinch.

[@LifeFourPointZero]

Great idea Steve. Thanks for sharing!

[@stevejette2329]

"Moving to Montana soon, be a dental floss tycoon... " Frank Zappa

[@johnrhodes3350]

@@stevepetttyjohn7900 and heavy braided fishing line

[@alanmills4930]

C CD- 4. Dc

[@danvitale1825]

not the way i do it