The Anchor Hitch

Description

The anchor hitch is used to attach a line to an object. This knot holds well even when tension on the line is changing, for instance with an anchor. The knot can be made more secure by adding a couple of half hitches.

Step by Step Instructions


Here is the object


Begin with a round turn around the object


Pass the end around the standing part


Pass the end under the turns


Tighten and you're done





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