Tying down the bird

The important thing to remember is to tie it down tight. You don't want any
slack in the ropes at all which the wind can exploit and rock the airplane
around. I typically use a round turn and two half hitches (standard
sailor's knot) and don't leave the extra rope dangling as it can become a
whip in a high wind and damage the airplane. Make sure you tie down the
tail, too - just doing the wings isn't enough.

Good luck!
Shawn
"david whitley" wrote in message
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Hi group
I need some basic instruction.... I've been noticing tie down ropes. The
knots folks use are all over the map. Is there a basic "best" knot for
tying
down the bird? We're looking at windy weather here in the NE this weekend.
The ropes here on the Vineyard are poly-something.
A link to a picture would be nice.
Dave