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Clove Hitch

A clove hitch is used to secure a rope to a post. It is quick to tie and easy to adjust.

Step-by-step Guide

  1. 1
    Step 1

    Take the rope around the post

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Take the end of the rope over the rope and around the post

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Pass the rope through itself

Clove Hitch

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Introduction

A clove hitch is used to secure a rope to a post. It is quick to tie and easy to adjust.

Step-by-step Guide

  1. 1
    Step 1

    Take the rope around the post

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Take the end of the rope over the rope and around the post

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Pass the rope through itself