How to tie the Tautline Hitch Knot. This knot can be slipped to tighten or loosen a line, then holds fast under load. Useful for lines that may need adjustment. The Tautline Hitch is essentially a Rolling Hitch tied on the standing part of a tight line after it has been secured around a object.

Used to tension a rope, e.g., a tent ridge line or a guy line. Slide and grip knot used for ascent and descent. Slide and Grip knot: takes strain in only one direction. Quick method of rigging an adjustable tent ridge line. Makes an adjustable splice for multi-strand rope. Very secure slide and grip knot that may grip on tapered pole.

Mar 26, 2025 · The Bowline Knot creates a secure, non-slip loop at the end of a rope, making it invaluable for lifting and securing loads. It’s reliable under tension and ensures the knot won’t slip or bind, even under heavy strain. This knot is widely used in sailing, rescue operations, and various rigging scenarios where a fixed loop is necessary.

Uses: The Adjustable Grip Hitch is useful for tensioning a line such as a tent ridgeline or a guy-line. When the knot is adjusted, by sliding it along the standing end, it may require tightening with a pull on the leg that forms the knot.

Dec 7, 2013 · Use this knot to constrict items together. It's a self tightening knot.

In this video I show a tension locking knot that could be better than the tautline hitch. Found this video useful or entertaining? Want to thank me but don't know how?

Jul 7, 2019 · Here’s one way to secure an item using rope that locks tension in the rope. It’s a variation of the Trucker’s Hitch. It involves creating a loop (butterfly knot) and then looping the free end of the rope twice through the loop.

Mar 16, 2025 · The Taut-Line Hitch is an adjustable knot that maintains tension, making it popular for tent guy lines and tarp rigging. It allows for easy tightening or loosening without untying the knot, making it highly practical for securing objects under varying conditions.

When taking the tent down, a brief pull of the loose end and the knot is undone despite the tension it was under in use. And as a bonus, this knot can be tied in the middle of a line without needing access to the end of the rope.

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