[K6BW] Antenna rigging

[Bill Smith]

Here is a QRP-L note, edited from k4fh regarding use of knots and antenna
lines.  Good time to review the ancient art of how to tie a rope knot, we
might need the information on Field Day.

Are you planning to attend?  We need to hear from you.

A thread on a local list was started about knots.  I mentioned that it
would be nice if we gave a class on antenna rigging.  Well,  guess who
was voluntold?

I need to identify knots that are useful and are best.  I only tie the
knots I know best.

For temporary guy lines I use taught-line hitches.  These allow me to
set the guys then slide them to tighten.

When connecting any guy lines to holes, rings, etc on end insulators or
a guying bracket I use a bowline.  These are used for sail lines so this
is what I know to do.  It provides a loop at the end of a rope.  .

When joining two rope ends I may use a double or triple fisherman's
knot.  The harder you pull on the rope the tighter it becomes.  .

Many times in rope I'll use Alpine Hitches.  I may attach a pulley in the
middle of a rope or create a loop I can run another rope through.

I don't think there are definitive answers but I want to provide the
best info I can.

Suggestions?

73,
Chris k4fh