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Slow Mo^cean · Jul 18, 2012

There's another one I have on my iPod touch called Knot Time. Real good with videos and commentary on what to use the knot for. Not sure if its on Androids though.

kenn · Jul 18, 2012

In my youth, there was an app available called "BoyScouts", but apparently it doesn't run as well as it used to.

RobertLangdirect · Jul 18, 2012

Here is one that you might print and read.

Rigging Techniques, Procedures, and Applications
Field Manual No. 5-125

Headquarters, Department of the Army
Washington, DC, October 1995

http://www.petrospec-technologies.com/Herkommer/knots/FM5-125.pdf

Slow Mo^cean · Jul 18, 2012

kenn said:
In my youth, there was an app available called "BoyScouts", but apparently it doesn't run as well as it used to.

Ha, Boy Scouts. Is there even such a thing still around? I know the Girl Scouts are still around, but I think all they learn to do is sell cookies and make money for the corporate office..

lehighsail · Jul 18, 2012

I started reading the Field Manual cited above....maybe too much time on my hands.
Can someone recommend a lubricating or penetrating lubricating oil for quarter inch wire rope on a boat lift? Don't really want to buy a gallon. Thanks

Ross · Jul 18, 2012

Buy a cartridge of water proof grease at Home depot or Lowes. Less than 10 bucks. Get some cotton jersey gloves and grease the cables with your gloved hands.

Indysailor · Jul 18, 2012

Slow Mo^cean said:
Ha, Boy Scouts. Is there even such a thing still around? I know the Girl Scouts are still around, but I think all they learn to do is sell cookies and make money for the corporate office..

Indeed they do exist.
My son went to his first camp this year, made Tenderfoot at 11 and is evidently a savant on the range.
Knots, not so much. I have taught Cubs, Weebs and Boy Scouts some basic knots and none of their parents are able to help them.

Slow Mo^cean · Jul 18, 2012

Indysailor said:
Indeed they do exist.
My son went to his first camp this year, made Tenderfoot at 11 and is evidently a savant on the range.
Knots, not so much. I have taught Cubs, Weebs and Boy Scouts some basic knots and none of their parents are able to help them.

Why would they need to know? All they need to do is tie a square knot to the railing, ski tower. or seat bolster of their $80k wakeboard boat or party barge. They see a cleat and think the manufacturer just put it there for nostalgic reasons (ask me how I know).

Sorry to the OP, this thread has...

lehighsail · Jul 18, 2012

Thanks for the info on the waterproof grease and gloves. I'll try it this weekend. Sorry for the hi-jack.

JRacer · Jul 18, 2012

kenn said:
In my youth, there was an app available called "BoyScouts", but apparently it doesn't run as well as it used to.

LOL!

Yep that's where I and my Eagle Scout son learned "the ropes".

Indysailor · Jul 18, 2012

Veering back on track, Grog has an animated knots app. Probably one for iPhone, but I'm an Androider.

UPSGUY · Jul 18, 2012

kenn said:
In my youth, there was an app available called "BoyScouts", but apparently it doesn't run as well as it used to.

Don't you worry. There are plenty of troops still going loud and proud. My son is in sailing school this week and was the only one there who already knew the knots.

Paul Brinkley · Jul 18, 2012

Originally Posted by Slow Mo^cean:
"Ha, Boy Scouts. Is there even such a thing still around? ...
Why would they (parents of scouts) need to know? All they need to do is tie a square knot to the railing, ski tower. or seat bolster of their $80k wakeboard boat or party barge. They see a cleat and think the manufacturer just put it there for nostalgic reasons (ask me how I know)."

Sorry to hear that you apparently live somewhere that does not have active Boy Scouts. They seem to be active most everywhere else. Apparently none of the sailors around you have sons either, since you seem to say the kids you know only have power boaters for parents. As a former scout, the father of two Eagle Scouts, and an Assistant Scoutmaster then Scoutmaster for 42 years, let me assure you that I have seen hundreds of boys grow into young men through Scouting. All of them learned knots, and much more. Quite a few of them learned to sail through scouts. -Paul

nightowle · Jul 19, 2012

kenn said:
In my youth, there was an app available called "BoyScouts", but apparently it doesn't run as well as it used to.

very good!!:dance:

jibes138 · Jul 19, 2012

A good friend's son just became an eagle scout this year. Absolutely awesome what they do and the experiences they gain through scouting. From hiking and camping in the wilderness, community service, learning respect, etc. Great organization and it should be promoted.

JohnS · Jul 19, 2012

Delezynski said:
Not sure if this works for every one, but there is an app for Android users that looks very interesting. It's called “Knots 3D”. And for anyone who is an Amazon Prime member, it free today. It might even be free for all today??

You might want to take a look;
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...ld-keywords=knots+3d&sprefix=Knots+3D,aps,502

Greg

I have no connection with it, just thought it was interesting

There's a free version in the "Google Play" store. Doesn't have all the features of the paid version, but you can try it out. I'm downloading it now.

Igetit · Jul 19, 2012

Greg,
Thanks for posting this - I too am an Android user, downloaded the free version of the app and really like it. Thanks for taking the time to post.
Paul

gpd955 · Jul 19, 2012

It is available for iPhone. The free and the $1.99 version.

centerline · Jul 19, 2012

lehigh375 said:
I started reading the Field Manual cited above....maybe too much time on my hands.
Can someone recommend a lubricating or penetrating lubricating oil for quarter inch wire rope on a boat lift? Don't really want to buy a gallon. Thanks

motor cycle chain lube in a spray can.... napa or any parts store is cheaper than the cycle shop. it works great, penetrates well, clings to cable and doesnt drip.... and good for harsh environments.

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