This method works great-been using it for years. My little wrinkles: 1. I plug the male end into the female end when I finish coiling so there are no loose ends flopping around when I hang up the cord or hose. 2. I keep a ball bungee permanently tied near the male end so it's always there when I finish coiling, but out of the way when using the cord or hose.
I like 3/4" wide velco that has a slot to attach to the plug side. I get them on amazon. For the cord I just stretch it out and twist with my fingers and make loops in one direction. My cords almost rap themselves. I always run my cords out prior to using them to avoid knots and tripping hazards. If I only need a short run, I grab a short cord.
Ron, I have been using the cable knit method, but during cold weather the wire doesn't relax. I am going to try this over/under method-looks like a winner!
Thanks. I plug in a cord and then start making 8-10” coils that I drop into a large can/bucket right below the outlet. I have a leaf blower attached to the receptacle end. When I walk away with the leaf blower, it usually comes out smoothly but I will try your over/under method. It could turn “good” into “great”
I like this one. Not seen it before. I use the figure of 8 method. It’s not beautiful but it works really well. I’ll try the over under method now and see if it’s preferred. Thanks for sharing.
It works for hoses as well, although I lay out the hose in a figure eight with each layer being just inside the top. This way each layer is closer to you as it is stored. When you need a rapid deployment, it is grab it and go‼️
Another tip is use some Aerospace 303 protectant on your hoses and cables occasionally, it will help the rubber last longer without cracking from UV and makes it more supple
I learnt this technique as a musician early 90s amd transition to hoses and leads. I point the plug at me and my under is a simple twist towards me. Same result
I like commercial greenhouse planting pots because they are round, durable, and feature sturdy handles. It's like traditional fishers who carry their lines and ropes in a bucket. I am reducing myself to one extension cord plus the one stored on the modified hose reel in my Smart Tool Trailer. The price of quality all-temperature extension cords has skyrocketed in the past few years - even the Costco ones are not nearly as inexpensive as they used to be.
A tip to save even more time is to double up, hold both ends of the cord/hose before you start to coil. That way you only have to coil half the length vs the whole length. I like to keep the ends a little longer to stick out so finding them is easier and they don’t wrap themselves around the other loops. Also good because when you toss the cord/hose out you got both the ends in your hand so you don’t need to walk to the other end.
My favorite method is "hey, wrap that cord up like I showed you" lol. I found this to be most efficient method. Although Im frequently stunned that this task often proves to be difficult for the modern labor force....🤦♂️
Does not work with any factory perma-kinked cord I've bought in the last ten years from any national retailer. They're all complete garbage that won't even wind on a reel.
This method works great-been using it for years. My little wrinkles: 1. I plug the male end into the female end when I finish coiling so there are no loose ends flopping around when I hang up the cord or hose. 2. I keep a ball bungee permanently tied near the male end so it's always there when I finish coiling, but out of the way when using the cord or hose.
Great ideas!😎🤙
Good instructions and even better “how to” video. Thanks Ron.
I appreciate that! I try to make things as easy as possible.😎🤙
Clearest explanation of the over under method I've seen
Glad I could help! 😎🤙
You're my new best friend lol!!! I just did it with 3 extension cords and holy crap lol. Peace Brother ✌️
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Cold climate kink the flex. Summertime is a lot easier. Still a good shout. Thanks Ron.
Yellow Jacket cords do well in the cold.🥶
I like 3/4" wide velco that has a slot to attach to the plug side. I get them on amazon.
For the cord I just stretch it out and twist with my fingers and make loops in one direction. My cords almost rap themselves. I always run my cords out prior to using them to avoid knots and tripping hazards. If I only need a short run, I grab a short cord.
That sounds like a great method.😎🤙
Ron, I have been using the cable knit method, but during cold weather the wire doesn't relax. I am going to try this over/under method-looks like a winner!
Thank you! Now I know why this didn’t work for me half the time. I was not pointing the tip of the cord out. Love your content.
You're welcome! It's all about the details, right? 😎🤙
Awesome. I'm going to go do all of mine right now. Thank you.
Have fun!😎🤙
Thanks. I plug in a cord and then start making 8-10” coils that I drop into a large can/bucket right below the outlet. I have a leaf blower attached to the receptacle end. When I walk away with the leaf blower, it usually comes out smoothly but I will try your over/under method. It could turn “good” into “great”
Sounds like a pretty good system, but you’ll definitely be happy with this new method!😎🤙
You’ve peaked my interest I’ll give it a shot tomorrow
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worked in electric dept in film production many years ago that's the method we used works great over under
Been using this trick for years!😎🤙
Thanks, Ron. I'll try this.
Very welcome!😎🤙
Excellent instruction. I hate kinks in cords or hoses so this is great
An easy fix to a big problem.😎🤙
I like this one. Not seen it before. I use the figure of 8 method. It’s not beautiful but it works really well. I’ll try the over under method now and see if it’s preferred.
Thanks for sharing.
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It works for hoses as well, although I lay out the hose in a figure eight with each layer being just inside the top. This way each layer is closer to you as it is stored. When you need a rapid deployment, it is grab it and go‼️
That’s a great tip!😎🤙
Genius!!!
I pass that on to the one who originally figured out this technique.😎🤙
Another tip is use some Aerospace 303 protectant on your hoses and cables occasionally, it will help the rubber last longer without cracking from UV and makes it more supple
I’ll have to try that. 😎🤙
Is that that car detailing product? The dressing stuff?
@@instantsiv yes, it's also good for loosening up plastic toolbox latches and hinges
Any way of rolling a cord that doesn't turn it into that long chain of knots has my full endorsement!
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stage crew taught us to do figure eights on the floor for pull deployment off the floor.
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I learnt this technique as a musician early 90s amd transition to hoses and leads. I point the plug at me and my under is a simple twist towards me. Same result
Cool! I always learn something new from the comments.😎🤙
@TheSmartWoodshop i like to learn from you too sir
I like commercial greenhouse planting pots because they are round, durable, and feature sturdy handles. It's like traditional fishers who carry their lines and ropes in a bucket. I am reducing myself to one extension cord plus the one stored on the modified hose reel in my Smart Tool Trailer. The price of quality all-temperature extension cords has skyrocketed in the past few years - even the Costco ones are not nearly as inexpensive as they used to be.
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A tip to save even more time is to double up, hold both ends of the cord/hose before you start to coil. That way you only have to coil half the length vs the whole length. I like to keep the ends a little longer to stick out so finding them is easier and they don’t wrap themselves around the other loops. Also good because when you toss the cord/hose out you got both the ends in your hand so you don’t need to walk to the other end.
Great tip, thanks for sharing! 😎🤙
My favorite method is "hey, wrap that cord up like I showed you" lol.
I found this to be most efficient method. Although Im frequently stunned that this task often proves to be difficult for the modern labor force....🤦♂️
Cool tips
Thanks!
Thé Best +warp it
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Now all I need to know is how to keep my ratchet straps from turning into a box of horror.
Hummmm! Sounds like another video I need to make.😎🤙
this guy looks like robert redford?
Heard that 16,384,892 times.😎🤙
Does not work with any factory perma-kinked cord I've bought in the last ten years from any national retailer. They're all complete garbage that won't even wind on a reel.
Yellow Jackets seem to be my go to. 😎🤙