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STEP 4 Next, drop the crossing turn over the cleat end and pull tight.

STEP 5 Or you could finish with a quick-release slipped version.

The most common mistake with this hitch is to make too many wraps
and crossings, which can cause it to jam when releasing, making you
look like you don’t belong near a boat. The Cleat Hitch is not considered
a permanent connection but is fairly secure when the rope used is not

too big or small for the horn cleat. The slipped version needs a steady
load to keep its hold.

CONSTRICTOR KNOT

Start this knot exactly as you would the Clove Hitch (see Chapter 8).

Only the last tuck is different, as shown in Step 3.

STEP 1 Pass the running end over and around the pole, crossing over
the standing part, and behind the pole.