How to Belt Strap a Boulder.

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The transcript from the YouTube video titled "How to BELT STRAP a boulder SAFELY" by Columbia Water Gardens.

This video, by Carl from Columbia Water Gardens, demonstrates a safe and simple method for lifting and moving large boulders using a technique called "belt strapping."

Summary of Belt Strapping Method

1. Required Materials

  • Tow Strap: A traditional 20-foot tow strap[00:00:32].
  • D-Rings: Two D-rings(shackles) are needed [00:00:45].
    • One D-ring attaches the ends of the belt.
    • The second D-ring acts as an insurance policy at the top connection point [00:00:53].

2. Assembly Instructions

  • Create the Belt: Run one end of the tow strap through the loop on the opposite end, cinching it to create a "belt" [00:01:39].
  • Position the Belt: Place the belt around the boulder. The goal is to find the center of gravity(vertical and horizontal) of the rock [00:02:05].
    • The belt should be dead on center on the vertical axis and slightly higher than the horizontal axis[00:02:14].
  • Secure the D-Ring: On one side, attach a D-ring to the loop. When attaching the pin, put the threaded side in first. This makes it easier to access and undo later [02:48:00].
  • Connect for Lifting: The free end of the strap goes up and over the top of the rock and slides through the D-ring, which then attaches to the lifting equipment [06:14:00].
  • Lifting Mechanics: The more the rock weighs or the harder you lift, the tighter the belt strap cinches and holds[00:00:22]. This eliminates the problem of the strap getting pinched underneath the rock when you try to remove it [00:00:12].

3. Critical Safety Tip

  • Center of Gravity is Key: If the D-ring attachment point is off-center, the rock will be unstable and try to fall over when lifted (as demonstrated in the video) [04:07:00].
  • Adjusting Mid-Lift: When initially lifting, keep one hand on the strap to pull tension up, and wait for the rock to come off the ground before fully releasing tension [05:26:00].

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