I thought it might help some people if they had a guide to help them complete the Log Challenge... so, here ya go! =D
First off, you should be pretty comfortable with the silver hook. You should be able to climb all the rooftops in Port Town without much effort, and it helps if you've also completed the Treehouse Challenge.
Once you think you're up for the Log Challenge, there are a few steps that might help you out.
The Steps:Step 1: Where to hook
Getting started on the log challenge is probably the hardest part. Once you're about half-way up, the logs spread out and it's a lot less difficult. But to get yourself going, you need to be able to choose which logs you need to hook. They key is to stay on the
outside of the Log Challenge. Always
look for logs that are sticking out, and easy to hook.
Click
here to see an example of me at the bottom of the LC, targeting the logs sticking out.
Step 2: How to hook
Okay... so you found out which log you wanna target. Before you go ahead and and hook it, you need to keep in mind that you're gunna need to be able to swing from this log. So, here's a nice trick that should help you a lot.
Right before your hook hits the log, jump straight into the air. It sounds weird, but when your hook hits the log, you should be left suspened a couple feet in the air. This is important for getting a good swing without hitting the ground.
Click
here to see an example of me correctly hooking a log.
Step 3: Make a path
It helps a lot if you find a specific route up the log challenge that's easy to do and to remember. It doesn't have to go all the way up (if it did, you wouldn't be reading this...), but high enough to get you a good start.
Click
here to see an example of me doing the beginning portion of the log challenge.
Step 4: Finishing it off
The very top of the log challenge has proven to be really hard to manage for some people. Before I got the gold hook, this was the point where i always fell... it's extremely aggravating when this happens. To help you out, try looking at
this video of me completing the top of the log challenge.
What you should do:
Practice, practice, practice...
What you should NOT do:
Ask someone else to do it for you.