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 Shear Lashing

Poles secured with a shear lashing can be raised as an A-frame.

Lay two poles side by side and tie a clove hitch to one of them. Make three very loose wraps around the poles, and then put two loose fraps between them. Finish with a clove hitch around the other pole. Spread the ends of the poles to form the shape you need. Redo the lashing if it proves to be too tight or too loose.

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