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Category: Knots

Knots

Prusik Hitch

The prusick hitch is very similar to the klemheist hitch. Both these knots are gripping/sliding hitches typically tied with a loop of cord to grip a rope. In order for the hitch to grip, the hitch is tied using a slightly narrower gauge cord than the rope it is gripping. Can slide this knot along… Read More Prusik Hitch

September 18, 2017September 6, 2020 jollytrailsLeave a comment

Clove Hitch

The best thing about a clove hitch is that it is very easy to tie and untie. Whilst is is not a sliding adjustable knot, it is very easy, when not under load, to adjust the length. This knot is commonly used for climbing anchors and works really well under light tension. When completely without… Read More Clove Hitch

September 18, 2017September 6, 2020 jollytrailsLeave a comment

Cow Hitch Knot

The Cow hitch is a very simple – must have knot. Useful for hanging things up and/or lashing to pretty much any object. A single cow hitch can be made more secure by repeating the knot around the object multiple times. The cow hitch is easy to untie but is not quick release like the… Read More Cow Hitch Knot

September 18, 2017September 6, 2020 jollytrailsLeave a comment

Square Knot (Reef knot)

The Reef knot or Square knot is useful for connecting two ends of a rope. Use this knot when connecting two ends of rope of a similar diameter. Otherwise, consider the sheet bend. See here for knot terminology.  

September 17, 2017September 6, 2020 jollytrailsLeave a comment

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  • Knot Terminology
  • Blake’s hitch
  • Clothes Line Hang
  • Clove Hitch
  • Cord Carabiner
  • Cow Hitch Knot
  • Evenk hitch or Siberian hitch
  • Farrimond hitch
  • Figure Eight Knot
  • Figure Eight Knot – Bight
  • Klemheist hitch
  • Overhand Knot
  • Prusik Hitch
  • Rope – Cord coil
  • Sheet Bend
  • Square Knot (Reef knot)
  • Truckers Hitch
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