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Tensionless Hitch
This knot does not easily break, so it could be one of the things that could
keep you safe while climbing or traversing raging waters while on a boat or
paddle!
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Instructions:
1. Make sure you have enough rope to make 3 to 4 turns around the
post.
2. Then, make a Figure 8 Loop before having it attached to the
carabiner.
3. Now, wrap the rope around the post, and make sure that slack is
sufficient and could reach the end. Do not leave kinks behind.