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pitons and ice screws that haven't driven their full distance. Unlike the Girth Hitch, though, the Slip
Knot is of one mind and doesn't enjoy other uses. Still, it's the aid climber's friend, easy to tie with
one hand, and equally easy to untie. When you use the Slip Knot, cinch it up snug and clip it so that the
weight-bearing strand continues to pull the knot tighter; take care not to reverse this, or the knot will
loosen and fall off.
The Slip Knot is especially useful for cinching over protruding pitons, ice screws, and bolts, as it's
the trimmest tie-off knot and places the load closer to the rock than the Girth Hitch or Clove Hitch.
Common Use
Tying off protruding pitons, ice screws, and bolts
Slip Knot.
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Slip Knot on a piton.
