Reddii Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 I've got the tunnel sorted, just need to do the cloth. I sewed up one (OK, I sewed 6 inches, OH did the rest) and it's a bit tight for the full length, so I thought I should do a bit more research before trying again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenb Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 I've got the tunnel sorted, just need to do the cloth. I sewed up one (OK, I sewed 6 inches, OH did the rest) and it's a bit tight for the full length, so I thought I should do a bit more research before trying again. The ANKC regulations are here. ANKC Agility Regulations The ADAA rules are here. ADAA rules Basically both rules specify a circumference of about 2500 mm at the exit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reddii Posted April 2, 2008 Author Share Posted April 2, 2008 I've got the tunnel sorted, just need to do the cloth. I sewed up one (OK, I sewed 6 inches, OH did the rest) and it's a bit tight for the full length, so I thought I should do a bit more research before trying again. The ANKC regulations are here. ANKC Agility Regulations The ADAA rules are here. ADAA rules Basically both rules specify a circumference of about 2500 mm at the exit. Thanks heaps for that. I didn't even think to look in the rules!!!! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skip Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 Hi Reddi I am starting to get together agility equipment. I have the ADAA rule book and have seen 2 types of cloth tunnels only. My dogs did have problems with this obstacle at first until I borrowed a normal tunnel and just used tarp and a blanket to introduce them to it. Went OK thru them at the comp so i was happy but I can see it being something I should get. Don't supose you could tell me what you have found to use. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bordacollies4me Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Hi ReddiI am starting to get together agility equipment. I have the ADAA rule book and have seen 2 types of cloth tunnels only. My dogs did have problems with this obstacle at first until I borrowed a normal tunnel and just used tarp and a blanket to introduce them to it. Went OK thru them at the comp so i was happy but I can see it being something I should get. Don't supose you could tell me what you have found to use. Thanks. hey i make mine out of a 44 gallon drum... cloth section made out of heavy cotton drill material... i weld legs onto the drum, and attach cloth section with 2inch upholsterers velcro... cloth section is the circumfrence of the drum at one end and 200 mm wider at the exit... cloth section is approx 3m in length... also sew in a couple loops at the exit end so as to be able to peg it down... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckydog Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Suzie (my Retriever) truly hates the tunnel. Trying to get her to go through it at Dog Club is really stressful, so its one of my goals this year to get some sort of tunnel at home to build her confidence, so this thread is really interesting to read! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bordacollies4me Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Laffi has one of my tunnels maybe ask if you could have a look at it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skip Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Thanks Bordacollies4me I didn't think of velcro. And I was wondering where to get canvas from but heavy drill cotton if it works would be easier. And Luckydog, if your dog is big the tunnel must be harder. With mine it is more that the 4 kg one doesn't feel confident to push thru the material. If the cloth falls right or a breeze lifts it we were laughin. But she does it now. Funny she doesn't have a hassle burying under doona's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bordacollies4me Posted April 15, 2008 Share Posted April 15, 2008 Thanks Bordacollies4meI didn't think of velcro. And I was wondering where to get canvas from but heavy drill cotton if it works would be easier. And Luckydog, if your dog is big the tunnel must be harder. With mine it is more that the 4 kg one doesn't feel confident to push thru the material. If the cloth falls right or a breeze lifts it we were laughin. But she does it now. Funny she doesn't have a hassle burying under doona's. \ i get the velcro from my canvas guy... it is what they use in caravans and compers etc... it has a sticky back so just sticks straight to the drum... and it makes it real easy then to sew onto the fabric... my first cloth was made out of a light material... great for beginner dogs as it was sort of see through as well so gave them more confidence... it is still on my tunnel sits out in the weather all the time... when it finally dies i will be replacing it with a cotton drill detahcable cloth.... glad i was of help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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