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Clove Hitch

Description

The clove hitch is used to tie a rope around an object. In canyoneering, the clove hitch is tied around the spine of a carabiner to form a biner block.

Advantages

The clove hitch is easy to untie.

Disadvantages

The clove hitch will often slip or creep under load, especially stiff or large diameter ropes.

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