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How To Tie The Trucker’s Hitch Knot?

Peter Salisbury
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The trucker’s hitch knot is a great knot to secure heavier loads and is a good knot for you kayaking knot repertoire.

Step 1: Create a small loop within your rope.

Step 2: Below the loop grab the rope and pull it through the initial loop.

 

Step 3: Take the end of the rope and bring it through whatever object you are securing the line too.

Step 4: Bring it back up and through the loop created in step 2.

Step 5: Pull the end of the rope to tightly secure the knot.

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I’m Pete. I am the owner of KayakHelp.com. I was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, I grew up kayaking, fishing, sailing, and partaking in outdoor adventures around the Great Lakes. When I am not out on the water, you can find me skiing in the mountains, reading my favorite books, and spending time with my family.