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w nother very strong hitch, it is the double turn through the ring that gives it strength,
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u A while the triple tuck makes it secure. Fishermen tie this in nylon monofilament, but it's
I- worthwhile practising it first using thicker cord.
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Pass the working end of the
I line from back to front,
through the ring and then
under the standing part.
Take the working end
2 through the ring a second
time to create a round turn.
Take the working end
3 under the standing part.