Whip Basics. The Forum

Rachel, it really is like Tyler says.
Long enough to be slow but short enough for the faster cracks like the fast 8 and volleys.

Ron

Rachel
Do you have any pattern for that holder?
/Snapping Sam

Ron, I sure agree!

Hi Sam, no I sure don't, I just made it as I went. It is basically the same as a belt. Shorter length of course, but a flat plait. If it it wrapped and pulled tight it will hold.

Rachel
Ok. Oh well, it was worth a try anyway.

Rachel, I've found over the years that a 6.5 foot length is perfect for what I consider a 'shorter' whip.

Sam you're welcome, wish I could be of more help!

Mr. Robert I think so too, I appreciate your very experienced input as a whip handler, as well

Amper Style, 6.5', first belly.

It's a yell'er-belly varmint!

Nicely done Rachel.
Is that going to be the overlay color?
I like the high visibility. (great for a practice or a demonstration whip)

Ron

Ooooh! Rachel, that is stylish!

Bright! . I love it

Very stylish Rachel. In anticipation of the end result.

Sven

Thank you, friends!

WS we will call it yeller gold
That's goldenrod unwaxed. A nice soft cord that'll do a very tight twist. Hagen had used about 25 feet in his whip so I used the rest. I like a different color in the belly sometimes

No this will not be visible on the overlay, it will be solid black.

Well, I'm sure the solid black will also look very fine but maybe keep this color in mind for a future overlay?

Tyler, I agree! The yellow is terrific!

I will certainly keep it in mind for an overlay in the future! It is more of a yellow to orange when it is waxed.
And I will smile when I see the black but know its bright yeller gold inside

5' #001 "Rachel" stock with 10 plait and 12 plait bellies,
16 plait patterned Acid Dark Brown overlay, Twisted English Eye, Loaded Fall.
18" handcut Bocoté handle with natural kangaroo hide grip wrap and keeper loop.

All supplies from
https://whip-nation.myshopify.com/

Review by Robby Amper:

https://youtu.be/urKt1KxCY5M

Thank you, Robby, for introducing this new work of mine. You are always clear and fair in your assessment, and it is a real pleasure to see the whip flow in your hands.
Thank you :-)

All photos below by Robby Amper

Beautiful, Rachel. (((hug))). I'm very proud of you

Thank you very much, WS

Excellent job Rachel.
Each time it's like they can't get any better but they do.
Yep amazing grace. (unofficial nickname "Gracie")

Ron