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running end or by extending it by making a bend to another rope.
You can also tie the Icicle Hitch near the end of a pole, in a manner similar to the Pile
Hitch (See Chapter 10). To see this, first tie it near a pole end with the method shown

previously, then pull the bight over the end as if you were untying the Pile Hitch, and
you will see the setup for this method. When checking to see if you have tied it correctly,
keep in mind that this hitch is basically an extended Pile Hitch.

PORTUGUESE BOWLINE

Before you start practicing this knot, review the steps for tying the regular Bowline

Loop (see Chapter 3). Once you learn the Bowline, this knot is quick and easy to
remember.

STEP 1 Start as you would to tie a regular Bowline, then use the running end to make
a second loop.

STEP 2 Continue the same as you would with a Bowline.

STEP 3 Finish by making the final tuck.