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CLOve hItCh

One of the best known and most widely used
general hitches.

The simple beauty of the clove hitch, another fundamen-
tal knot, and the ability to tie it with one hand, are offset
by the fact that it works loose over time, especially if the
pull on the rope is not at a right angle to the point of at-
tachment. With that in mind, this knot is still one of the
most universally useful of all quick hitches.

Clove Hitch: Step 1 Clove Hitch: Step 2

KnOtS YOU need: CaMPInG KnOtS

Wrap the working end of the rope around Wrap the working end around the object a
an object, laying it over the standing part as second time and underneath the crossed-over
shown in the photograph. section of the first turn. Tighten by pulling si-
multaneously on the working end and stand-
gReeN light ing end, taking care to keep the distinctive
This knot is used in climbing and boating. shape of the knot.

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