Clove Hitch


clove hitch

Place rope over spar.
Bring rope around and cross over.
Bring around onto left side of rope.
Tuck under.
Pull ends to tighten.
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Use:
The clove hitch can be used for starting a square lashing. Only good when there is tension on both sides of the knot.

Print
If you would like to print out the knots yourself open knots.pdf file. Or just click on the animated knot.

email
If you have any comments about the knots or if there is any other knot you would like to see or if you would like a printout of any knots, please email at gerry121@eircom.net


Knots Hitches by Gerry


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