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      Rolling Hitch
      » pp.176–77

          Can be used to tie a
          second line to a sheet
      in order to relieve strain.

          Useful for tying a
          fender lanyard to a rail.
                                                    Similar knots:
          Can fail if the pull                      » pp.178–79
          of the lines are not                      Mirrored
      properly aligned.                             Rolling Hitch



      Square Knot » pp.85–86
          Ideal for tying up a
          bundle of material.

          Can also be used to
          fasten the unused part
      of a sail around the mast.

          Can be slipped for
          quick release.                            Similar knots:
                                                    » pp.87–88
          Not suitable for joining two              Slipped Square Knot
          ropes together—it may                     » pp.96–98
      collapse and come undone.                     Surgeon’s Knot
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