The swing must be in a spot where no house shadow falls across it.When all is done the men descend and the dzoema gives the swing a test ride. He pulls the rope back as far as he can while standing, places one foot in the loop, leaps forward and uses the other leg to pump the swing and ride higher. A short ride is enough for him to judge it safe for everyone else and for this and the following two days (though not at night) anyone can ride the swing.