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HITCHES
2 Take a second turn. This spreads 3 Pass the working end over the 4 Repeat the previous step to create
the load, reduces wear, and prevents standing part, and tuck it in between a second hitch. Tighten by pulling
the line slipping. the two parts to create the fi rst hitch. the standing part taut and working
the hitches snug against the pole.
Seized round turn & two half hitches
Tied using traditional ropes, a
round turn and two half hitches
will probably outlive its tyer.
Modern cordage is a good deal
more slippery, however, and if
you want something long-
lasting, a seizing will transform
this modest knot into a
permanent solution. For more
on seizings, see page 254.
KNOT SCORE
Strength
1 Tie a round turn and two half 2 Lay the working end next to the
Security
hitches in the manner described standing part and take several
Diffi culty Tying
above. Make sure the knot is turns with some whipping twine.
Diffi culty Untying
tightened before putting in Tie off securely – with a round turn
Usefulness
the seizing. and two half hitches, of course!
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