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load.

The original (rolling) hitch is a fine knot for its intended purpose. However, it is
less versatile and much inferior to the more powerful power cinch (trucker’s
knot) explained on page 48.

Figure 37. Timber Hitch (right-handed only)

Use the timber hitch for hauling logs, timbers, heavy pipe, and cumbersome
objects. It’s very strong (about 70 percent), won’t slip, and it can’t jam, no matter
how heavy the load. I often attach the towrope to my Jeep with a timber hitch
when clearing brush and trees. It always comes apart easily. It’s best to complete
the timber hitch with a half hitch near the hauling end to keep a long log from

twisting.