Tie a round turn and two half hitches
Tie a rope to a post or ring and it holds the strain while you finish, even with a dog or boat pulling.
- Wrap the free end around the post twice. These turns take the load while you work.
- Bring the end around the standing part and tuck it through to make the first half hitch. Pull it snug.
- Go around the standing part again in the same direction for the second half hitch.
- Pull tight. The two hitches should sit neatly side by side.
Tip: If the hitches twist into each other, you went the opposite direction on the second one. Add more turns around the post for heavier loads.
Try it now: Tie a belt or cable to a door handle or chair rail, then pull hard on the long end.
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