What is the Icicle Hitch (Loop Method) used for?

Hold a load pulling along a tapered mast or post; Tie a rope to smooth, slippery surfaces; Suspend yourself from a tapered rod (even a marlinspike/fid); Start lengthwise pulls on cables and pipes; Anchor at points where pull only happens lengthwise.

How do you tie the Icicle Hitch (Loop Method)?

The Icicle Hitch is a hitch that holds firm under pull along the length of an object (longitudinal), gripping even on tapered posts and slick surfaces where other hitches slip off. In the loop version, it's tied by forming a loop that's slipped over the end of the object, making it the fastest method when the end is free. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Icicle Hitch (Loop Method) hard to tie?

The Icicle Hitch (Loop Method) is rated medium, in the Hitches category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What other names does the Icicle Hitch (Loop Method) have?

It is also known as Icicle Hitch (Loop Method), Icicle Hitch, Nudo Icicle.

What precautions apply when using the Icicle Hitch (Loop Method)?

Its security depends on the pull being LONGITUDINAL (along the object), not perpendicular; Add enough wraps for the hitch to bite on slick surfaces; Test the lock with light load before trusting it with your full weight.

Icicle Hitch (Loop Method)

Hitch that holds under lengthwise pull on tapered posts or slick surfaces, tied with a loop

Also called: Icicle Hitch (Loop Method), Icicle Hitch, Nudo Icicle

What it is for

Hold a load pulling along a tapered mast or post
Tie a rope to smooth, slippery surfaces
Suspend yourself from a tapered rod (even a marlinspike/fid)
Start lengthwise pulls on cables and pipes
Anchor at points where pull only happens lengthwise