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Tautline Hitch |
| The Tautline Hitch is a favorite among
campers. This knot is useful for adjusting the tension of tent guy wires
and laundry lines, among other uses. Since it will only slide one
way, it is often used on tent rope. The knot can be slipped to tighten or
loosen a line, then holds tight under a load. |
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Begin by passing the line around the post and crossing it and the
loaded line. Wrap it around the loaded line once on the side of the
crossing closest to the post, then wrap it around again. |
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Bring the remaining line out to the side away from
the post and cross it over the weighted line. Wrap it around the
weighted line, and tuck it under itself to finish the knot. Tighten
the taut line hitch by pulling the lines emerging from the sides of
the knot away and slightly toward the middle of the knot.
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