DIY Tabletop Hook and Ring Game W/Shot Ladder

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In this video I’ll be showing you how to make your own tabletop tiki toss game with an optional shot ladder. This is a super fun game to play with your family or friends. The best part is that you can make it yourself and save money.

This game goes by many names: tabletop tiki toss, hooks and rings, double ring toss, bimini ring toss and many more.

Woodworking projects are always fun, but even more fun when you end up with a ring toss game when you're done.

I’ll cover design, materials needed, basic dimensions and then I’ll show you how to make all the parts.

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Supplies

Game

-1x6

-1x3

-1 ½” dowel

-Hooks, 1" ID 1 1/4" OD rings, eyes and string from hardware store

Shot Ladder

-1x4

Step 1: Design/dimensions/materials

Here are all the basic dimensions for all the pieces:

Base: 2-1x6 cut to 12"

Top: 1x3 cut to 15 1/2"

Dowel: 1 1/2" dowel cut to 12 1/2"

Shot ladder: 1x4 cut to 12"

Game Piece: 1 1/2" dowel cut to 3-4"

Rings: 1" ID 1 1/4" OD

Step 2: Making the Base

Cut two pieces of 1x6 to 12". Then Bore a 1 1/2" hole directly in the center of one board using a forstner bit. Glue and clamp the boards together. You can add a round over or bevel to the edge if you like for cosmetics.

Step 3: Making the Top

Cut a 1x3 to 15 1/2". Then predrill small holes directly in the center and 1" from both ends on center. Reference the diagram in the design step. Then use your 1 1/2" forstner bit to bore a blind hole directly in the center about halfway through the board. You can add a round over or bevel for cosmetics if you like.

Step 4: Cutting and Drilling Dowel

Cut the 1 1/2" dowel to 12 1/2". Then drill a small hole all the way through 4 1/4" from one end.

Step 5: Shot Ladder & Game Piece (Optional)

If you would like to have the shot ladder, cut 1x4 to 12". Then drill 5 1 1/2" holes with the center of the holes 2" apart and around 1/8" deep. You can add a round over or bevel if you like.

The game piece is just a 3-4" piece of the 1 1/2" dowel with bevels on both ends.

Step 6: Assembly

Sand all pieces before assembling. Assemble the hooks into the predrilled holes on the dowel and then glue and screw the dowel to the base making sure the hooks are properly aligned with the base.

Next, glue and screw the top to the dowel, again, making sure it's properly aligned with the base.

Now thread the eyes into the predrilled holes in the top.

Finally, tie the string to the rings and the other end of the string to the eye. Use a double knot so they don't come loose. Be sure to test to make sure the rings can go over the hooks with very little extra slack in the string.

You did it! Now pour your favorite beverage in the shot glass and invite some friends!

Comments

[mscalora]

I made mine out of cherry with a 3/4" x 1 1/2" for the upright. I used "ball chain" instead of string which I really like so far, every link is a swivel so there's no unwind twisting.

[travis.muszynski]

That looks awesome! Great job!

[langrock]

Good, clear instructions and high video quality, thanks. I would like to recommend demonstrating the outcome at the beginning of the video instead of at the end only. I had to scroll to the end to see what this 'game' was all about.

[travis.muszynski]

Ah, yes. That's good suggestion for future videos. Thanks!

[careymi]

Re the instructions for the shot ladder as follows:

If you would like to have the shot ladder, cut 1x4 to 12". Then drill 5 1 1/2" holes 2" apart and around 1/4" deep. You can add a round over or bevel if you like.

I believe there is a typo. Based on the board length, the space between holes should be 1/2” and Not 2”.

Mike

[travis.muszynski]

I can see how this can be confusing. I meant to say the center of the holes are 2" apart. I'll update.

[LeadTherapy]

Is there a recommended size for the hooks and screw eyes? I'd guess they are 1" hooks judging by the rings, could probably use anything for the eyes but thought I'd ask. Plan on making this soon, thanks for the write-up!

[travis.muszynski]

The Eyes are 1" ID 1 1/4" OD. Ya, I dont think the hooks mater as much.

[amimyster]

What kind of string works best

[travis.muszynski]

I just used general purpose string I got at the hardware store. Sorry I dont have more info for you on the string. I think its a nylon material.

[Yakenoe]

One major problem im having is the length of the string and tying it. It seems like it’s always either too short, or too long. I’ve adjusted the hook height, knots, type of rope… anyone know a quick and simple reference for length or even an extra sturdy knot that won’t slip?

Please help!!! Thanks!

[travis.muszynski]

I tied the string to the ring with a double knot, then I tied the string to the eye with a single knot and tested it. Once I liked it. I tied a double knot and then cut off the extra string and melted the ends so it wouldn't fray.

[Lilmlr]

This is sooooo cool! I wish I had your workshop to make my own-someday for sure. Thank you for the clear instructions. I hope you win!

[travis.muszynski]

No problem! Much appreciated! My shop was just the third stall of my garage 6 months ago, plus I still part my car in there when I'm done! Check out my YouTube channel for more cool stuff. I also build a nice set of cornhole boards.

[LincolnsCreations]

I think you'll do well in the contest for sure. The pictures and the quality should have you in the top running.

[travis.muszynski]

Thank you! That would be awesome! but I'm happy to just be considered!

[neavesj]

Great write up! Maybe I missed it but did you drill all the way through the base for the dowel to sit and how deep on the top? The blueprint doesn't seem to relay the depths. Thanks for any help!

[travis.muszynski]

Thanks for the comments. The schematic shows the holes goes . 375" on the top. For the bottom, just drill though the top 1x6 and don't drill the bottom one.

[pinrapplez]

Ring size would be great.

[travis.muszynski]

Sorry about that. It's 1" ID 1 1/4" OD. I just added it to the instructions.