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77. Highwayman’s Hitch

The Highwayman’s Hitch can be instantly released from a point far from the

object to which it is tied. But unlike the Mooring Hitch (opposite), which
shares this feature, the Highwayman’s Hitch is snugged against the object,
and when released the rope is completely free of the object and does not
have to be pulled from around it, allowing a quicker getaway, be it in a
canoe or on a horse.

Uses: quick-release hitch for boats or horses

Pros: releases instantly far from the fixed object
Cons: rather insecure; not adjustable like the Mooring Hitch

Instructions

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