Thanks for clearly demonstrating not only how it's done, but also why it's important to know different methods. I didn't know cordage could be made quickly either.
David this technique i didn't even know existed. I found your channel completely by accident, well as you and I know nothing is by accident. I have made cordage with vine maple bark, nettles but never dogbane. I live in north east Washington and I know I have milk weed but I haven't gone looking for dogbane. It will be something I look for when I'm in the woods. Can't wait to try this technique. You now have a new subscriber too. I'm looking forward to watching more of what you have done. Sending blessings!
Dave, not only are you one highly skilled dude but you are also one extremely good human being. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on these videos and congratulations on your accomplishments!
I like making cordage, I like jute because it's so easy to multi purpose... I took the paracord off my Coldsteel truflight thrower and replaced it with doubled jute. The handle cordage gives me enough to string a bow; about 4 or five bow drills, used it once to improvise a stringer (it held just over 10lbs of fish). Then theres the fire making tinder... win, win, win, win. I live in Eastern Ky, hickory and poplar bark are my most commonly found sources for cordage in the woods
The thigh roll is my preferred method! Great tutorial Dave! I used to practice making 2ply,3ply,4ply, out of small balls of jute twine. Easy practice material.
My son, Daniel, worked out how to thigh roll 3-ply on his own. When my bushcraft students were struggling with making two-ply I'd have Daniel start thigh rolling 3-ply as a motivator.
Wow.... so much faster than reverse roll. I followed a link mentioned in NW Primates latest video. .....so glad I did. Great info. I subscribed. Thank You.
O man why cant you be in Kitchener Ontario Canada teaching Mr. McIntyre . there is a Bushcraft school in Alberta but I can not just pick-up and move , Dave I have to ask about the splices are they the connected ends of each individual dogbane string stick? I wish you had showed how to do that again I wished you are teaching where I live I would join immediately because this is craft the real bushcraft also about the shooting bow not the bow drill how many plies of the dogbane string does it take to be strong enough for a substantial pull ? thank you and wish you the best .
Thanks! Very well demonstrated and explained. I'll have to try this (more). I have done it this way in the past but not enough to get good at it. You are 100% correct about this method not working for all materials. I believe it will work on the inner locust bark I've been trying out. Report back on my success/failures. BTW, I still sharpen my machetes with the 3 zones. I've been learning from you for a long time!
great video on making cordage, the only other person I've seen use the thigh rolling method was Mor's Cohanski so your in a class of great bushcrafters
Making cordage is a very important skill for many reasons. I never learned this method I tend to favor the braiding method of cordage it's just easier for me personally. But either method will do the job that's intended.
It's also not too hard to make or carry a primitive drop spindle for even faster production. I don't usually bother with plant fibers because I have a long furred dog that accompanies me who's fur makes perfect, rugged yarn on a drop spindle. But this would be better for tough applications like rope.
Sure but you can make 2-ply strong enough for that and braid it if you want to make a really strong sling. My slinging days are over due to several right shoulder injuries but I did it quite often as a kid, awesome weapon.
Wow Excellent vid! upon learning your technique I’m able to greatly increase the speed of cordage making. And for that I thank you. But I do have a few concerns. Can you use this method for making a thicker cord? I’ve tried it and it seems quite difficult to roll when the strands are thick. Also when I make cordage this way it doesn’t seem as tightly wound compared to reverse wrapping.
Dave, great video thanks! I assume waxing natural cordage with beeswax will improve it's durability and lifespan? Are there other natural substances that are readily available to do the same. Raiding a bee hive or gathering bear fat probably isn't the greatest idea in a survival situation unless you can get someone else to do it for you.
meu irmão gostaria de convida - lo a participar daTAG das 3 laminas favoritas gostaria muito de saber sua opinião sobre laminas , gostaria de participar, em breve postarei um videos falando das minhas escolhas e posso te indicar pro próximo pode ser ,um forte abraço
I have never made a bowstring from natural materials. If I did I would be much more selective in choosing and cleaning the fibers. I would also create the complete yarn without splices by laying out the fibers for the entire length into one seamless single ply before making a Flemish twist string. In the video I was more concerned with someone deciding to make a bowstring using the short splices shown in the video. 3-ply results in a very even, round profile cord.
Thanks for clearly demonstrating not only how it's done, but also why it's important to know different methods. I didn't know cordage could be made quickly either.
David this technique i didn't even know existed. I found your channel completely by accident, well as you and I know nothing is by accident. I have made cordage with vine maple bark, nettles but never dogbane. I live in north east Washington and I know I have milk weed but I haven't gone looking for dogbane. It will be something I look for when I'm in the woods. Can't wait to try this technique. You now have a new subscriber too. I'm looking forward to watching more of what you have done. Sending blessings!
Dave, not only are you one highly skilled dude but you are also one extremely good human being. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on these videos and congratulations on your accomplishments!
Thank you for your comment. Be careful though, rolling cordage is highly addictive.
I agree, CORDAGE is the unsung basic REQUIRED material for any kind of material culture! Thanks for a realistic, effective method--tried & true.
People focus so much on knife/cutting skills but neglect the binding of things together.
Have to stay open minded about all things and be willing to think out of the box. Also plan on failure's along the way. This is a great vid. Thank you
I like making cordage, I like jute because it's so easy to multi purpose... I took the paracord off my Coldsteel truflight thrower and replaced it with doubled jute. The handle cordage gives me enough to string a bow; about 4 or five bow drills, used it once to improvise a stringer (it held just over 10lbs of fish). Then theres the fire making tinder... win, win, win, win. I live in Eastern Ky, hickory and poplar bark are my most commonly found sources for cordage in the woods
Not enough cordage videos out there. Good video.
That is true! Thanks, Colhane!
nice I noticed I kinda naturally started the "finger twist" myself after reverse wrapping for sometime. nice tip brother, Thanks!
Me, too. I think it's a natural progression because it's so much more efficient, tven with a two line twist.
The thigh roll is my preferred method! Great tutorial Dave! I used to practice making 2ply,3ply,4ply, out of small balls of jute twine. Easy practice material.
My son, Daniel, worked out how to thigh roll 3-ply on his own. When my bushcraft students were struggling with making two-ply I'd have Daniel start thigh rolling 3-ply as a motivator.
thank you TomsBackwoods for that I guess I have to try first with jute twine first for practice and training and oil up the finger joints
Thanks, man! I teach wilderness skills and had always wanted to find a faster way to make dogbane cordage. I’m eager to try this out!
Wow.... so much faster than reverse roll. I followed a link mentioned in NW Primates latest video. .....so glad I did. Great info. I subscribed. Thank You.
Awesome teaching. Thanks.
Nice to see you back in action
O man why cant you be in Kitchener Ontario Canada teaching Mr. McIntyre . there is a Bushcraft school in Alberta but I can not just pick-up and move , Dave I have to ask about the splices are they the connected ends of each individual dogbane string stick? I wish you had showed how to do that again I wished you are teaching where I live I would join immediately because this is craft the real bushcraft also about the shooting bow not the bow drill how many plies of the dogbane string does it take to be strong enough for a substantial pull ? thank you and wish you the best .
Really cool method. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍
Looks very meditative while you make it. Good skill to know.
really enjoying the series
Thanks! Very well demonstrated and explained. I'll have to try this (more). I have done it this way in the past but not enough to get good at it. You are 100% correct about this method not working for all materials. I believe it will work on the inner locust bark I've been trying out. Report back on my success/failures. BTW, I still sharpen my machetes with the 3 zones. I've been learning from you for a long time!
great video on making cordage, the only other person I've seen use the thigh rolling method was Mor's Cohanski so your in a class of great bushcrafters
Thanks for the video. Very well done.
Thanks.
Making cordage is a very important skill for many reasons. I never learned this method I tend to favor the braiding method of cordage it's just easier for me personally. But either method will do the job that's intended.
great teaching
Muito bacana, aprendendo a fazer cordame com Mac. Parabéns pelo vídeo my bhother, deixando o like.
A useful skill what plant would you recommend in the Uk for making cordage?.
I've never been to the UK but stinging nettle and willow bark make excellent cordage.
It's also not too hard to make or carry a primitive drop spindle for even faster production. I don't usually bother with plant fibers because I have a long furred dog that accompanies me who's fur makes perfect, rugged yarn on a drop spindle. But this would be better for tough applications like rope.
Thanks! I really enjoyed that. I found it very informative.
Want to give it a try
Great video! Thanks for sharing your expertise and information! Can you use that 4-ply for a shepherd's sling?
Sure but you can make 2-ply strong enough for that and braid it if you want to make a really strong sling. My slinging days are over due to several right shoulder injuries but I did it quite often as a kid, awesome weapon.
Wow Excellent vid! upon learning your technique I’m able to greatly increase the speed of cordage making. And for that I thank you. But I do have a few concerns. Can you use this method for making a thicker cord? I’ve tried it and it seems quite difficult to roll when the strands are thick. Also when I make cordage this way it doesn’t seem as tightly wound compared to reverse wrapping.
Dave, great video thanks! I assume waxing natural cordage with beeswax will improve it's durability and lifespan? Are there other natural substances that are readily available to do the same. Raiding a bee hive or gathering bear fat probably isn't the greatest idea in a survival situation unless you can get someone else to do it for you.
Great job. I will have to try it! :)
How could you make it stronger to use as a BOW String? ??????????????????????????????
Making an effective bowstring from natural fiber is an apex skill in cordage making. I'm not there yet. Proceed with caution.
Mac, muito legal! Te admiro muito! Que fibras naturais você usava para fazer corda no Brasil?
Sisal, Piteira, Imbira, Buriti...
Muito obrigado, Mac!
meu irmão gostaria de convida - lo a participar daTAG das 3 laminas favoritas
gostaria muito de saber sua opinião sobre laminas , gostaria de participar,
em breve postarei um videos falando das minhas escolhas e posso te indicar pro próximo pode ser ,um forte abraço
amigo... vc está em Paraty?? coleciono facas.. gostaria de te conhecer. vivo em paraty. abço.
Infelizmente era somente uma visita. Estou nos EUA...
Dave, what ply would you recommend for a Bow of about 45-55 pounds draw weight?
I have never made a bowstring from natural materials. If I did I would be much more selective in choosing and cleaning the fibers. I would also create the complete yarn without splices by laying out the fibers for the entire length into one seamless single ply before making a Flemish twist string. In the video I was more concerned with someone deciding to make a bowstring using the short splices shown in the video. 3-ply results in a very even, round profile cord.
Awesome Dave, thanks for the great reply! Cordage is my weakest skill so any information is always greatly appreciated!
like like ok
How come less than 5K views in over 4 years? I never will understand this whole youtube algorythm thing.