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Pile hitch

The pile hitch follows the broad principle of using

the weight of the object to jam the turn against the
post. It can be tied with a load on the line – although

untying it will be somewhat harder. This is a
temporary knot, however, and should be replaced

with something more secure for the longer term.

1 Put a bight in the line – if close to an end, place the standing part under

the working end.