Page 82 - Buck Tilton - Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches 2 ed.
P. 82
The simple beauty of the clove hitch, another fundamental
knot, and the ability to tie it with one hand (with only a little
practice), are offset by the fact that it works loose over
time, especially if the pull on the rope is not at a right angle
to the point of attachment. With that in mind, this knot is
still one of the most universally useful of all quick hitches in
all kinds of pursuits.
Clove Hitch: Step 1
