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FIGURE 19C. TWO SLIPPERY HALF HITCHES AND A ROUND TURN

This is the quickest, most secure way to tie a boat or pack animal to a ring or bar. The
“round turn” on the rail takes most of the stress off the basic knot. For faster removal,
complete the hitch with a quick-release loop (“slippery” end), as illustrated.