A lashing which is too tight or extends for too great a length may either prevent the tripod from being formed or may overload the rope. Forming the tripod then twists and tightens the lashing, and can even break it if tied too tightly. Options: Some descriptions of the Tripod Lashing Knot start with the center pole extending in the opposite direction from the two side legs. Such turns are known as Racking turns.įrapping Turns: The turns surrounding the lashing at right angles exert a tightening effect on the lashing. This increases the contact between rope and wood and reduces slipping.
Racking Turns: The lashing passes to and fro between the poles like extended figure 8s. The method shown in the animation is preferred because the legs bind against each other for greater stability. Finally, lay 12 Scout staves, (or similar poles) side by side, on top of the 2-1/2-foot support sticks, and using binder twine, lash them on with floor lashings.Use: Ashley shows a Tripod Lashing Knot ( ABOK # 2111, p 342) but he shows the two side legs spreading apart from each other instead of crossing. It will stand up in an impressively rigid fashion. Here’s the beauty of this configuration: you can manipulate the distance between the A-frames by adjusting the clove hitches, and provide optimum stability to the table by placing a good, reasonable strain on the line at each stake. You can use round turns with two half hitches, taut-line hitches, or rope tackles. Secure each end of the 20-foot line to stakes driven into the ground on either side, about 5 feet away, so the line extends out evenly from each end of this table framework. Repeat this process on the other side attaching the line with a clove hitch to one of the Scout staves of the other A-frame. At about two feet away, tie a clove hitch at the top of one of the Scout staves of one of the A-frames. Make sure each of these support sticks are lashed on straight and at the same distance from the bottom end of both sets of legs. (A Scout stave cut in two is ideal.) This will form two A-frames, one for each side of the table. Next, with two square lashings, lash a 2-1/2-foot stick to connect each set of shear legs about 30 inches off the ground. (In lieu of Scout staves, straight poles an inch or so in diameter are just fine.) If you prefer, square lashings can be used instead of shear lashings. Start by lashing together four Scout staves into two sets of shear legs with 6-foot manila lashing ropes. It’s simple design makes it quick and easy to set up, and it is remarkably stable. It is 100% functional and provides a convenient raised surface for personal, patrol, or general use.
This small camp table can be comprised almost completely of Scout staves.
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