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The Aussie Plait one of the best ways of
forming a double line. The advantages are it
is very quick to tie. You don't need anyone
else to help you tie a lengthy double and
when tied properly it doesn't weaken the
line. |
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1 -
Measure out the length of the double you
want to end up with. A 15' double would need
30' of line. Add another 2' to use as the
tag or loose end. NB the
tag end
is highlighted in green,
the main line is highlighted in red. |
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2 - Simply loop the tag end over the main
line and back under the tag end as shown.
You now have three ends to work with. |
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3 - Moving the main line to the left go over
the first line the under the tag end.
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4 - Continue the plait by bringing the top
outside line through the centre lines by
going over the first line then under the
next as illustrated. The length of the plait
is not important. 1.5" on most line classes
is plenty. |
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5 - It is quite important that the plait is
tight. Pressure exerted by pulling the lines
down tightens it to some extent. It is
easier to tighten it by simply jerking the
ends up as shown in yellow. Until you get
used to doing the plait don't worry too much
about how tight it is. |
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6 - To end the plait simply form a loop in
the tag end and continue to plait for
another 3 cycles. It is important that the
loop is formed when the tag end is in the
middle as shown. |
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7 - Feed the whole double through the tag
end loop as shown. |
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8 - Pull the tag end up till the loop snugs
up. Moisten it before you pull it up to
lubricate the ends. Do not pull too tight as
you'll bunch the plait up. |
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9 - Trim the tag end close to the plait as
shown. |
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Practice the plait until you are confident
in it's strength, get it as tight as
possible, even try breaking it through the
rod. Once you're happy and confident with
it, GO USE IT! |
