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7. Half Hitch

Also known as: Single Hitch

The Half Hitch is much like the Overhand Knot or Half Knot, but the
working end doubles back on itself to form a crossing turn around the
standing part. An essential component of innumerable other knots, it is of
limited usefulness by itself because it is not secure.

Uses: to pull or maintain light tension on an object that must be easily released Pros: quick and easy to
tie; more secure than a Single Hitch Cons: insecure; slips easily; holds only with light constant tension
at certain angles

Instructions

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