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a second loop in the working end of the rope, as shown in step 7. This will double the
mechanical advantage, although it will increase friction. This rescue technique—commonly
set up with aluminum carabiners instead of rope loops—was popularized by the Nantahala
Outdoor Center (a whitewater canoe and kayak school) as the “Z-drag,” because the rope
pattern forms a lazy Z when viewed from overhead.
The basic power cinch however, is probably all you’ll ever need. I consider it the most
useful hitch there is.
