What is the Two Half Hitches used for?

Securing the rope to a post, ring, or trunk; Attaching tent and awning lines to stakes; Mooring a boat to a dock or ring; Tensioning clothesline and fencing ropes; Finishing off other knots and lashings securely.

How do you tie the Two Half Hitches?

Two Half Hitches secures the rope to a post, ring, or trunk with two half hitches that lock under tension. Simple and reliable, it's one of the most-used knots for fastening ropes safely, gripping tighter as the load increases. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Two Half Hitches hard to tie?

The Two Half Hitches is rated easy, in the Hitches category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Two Half Hitches?

Under very variable loads it can loosen — combine it with a round turn for extra security; It's not a climbing or rescue knot for people; Check that both half hitches face the same direction so they lock.

Two Half Hitches

Q: What other names does the Two Half Hitches have?

It is also known as Two Half Hitches, Dos cotes, Dos medios cotes, Nudo de dos cotes, Nó de Dois Cotes, Duas Meias-Voltas, Dois Meios Nós, Deux demi-clés. (ABOK #1710)

Secures the rope to a post, ring, or trunk with two half hitches that lock under tension

Also called: Two Half Hitches, Dos cotes, Dos medios cotes, Nudo de dos cotes, Nó de Dois Cotes, Duas Meias-Voltas, Dois Meios Nós, Deux demi-clés · ABOK #1710

What it is for

Securing the rope to a post, ring, or trunk
Attaching tent and awning lines to stakes
Mooring a boat to a dock or ring
Tensioning clothesline and fencing ropes
Finishing off other knots and lashings securely