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

Attach a rope midway along a mast or pipe when the end isn't free; Hold longitudinal pulls on long objects; Tie onto pipes and cables already fixed at both ends; Work on smooth surfaces with no access to the object's end; Anchor in situations where the loop version isn't possible.

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

The Icicle Hitch (End Method) is the same hitch that holds firm under longitudinal pull, but tied by feeding the working end wrap by wrap, for when you can't slip a loop over the end of the object. It's the solution when the object is too long or its end is out of reach. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

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

The Icicle Hitch (End 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 (End Method) have?

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

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

Only holds well with LONGITUDINAL pull; perpendicular load can slip; Feeding the working end wrap by wrap takes more work; don't skip wraps; Check the lock with a light load before trusting it with weight.

Icicle Hitch (End Method)

The same Icicle Hitch for longitudinal pull, tied by feeding the working end when there's no free end

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

What it is for

Attach a rope midway along a mast or pipe when the end isn't free
Hold longitudinal pulls on long objects
Tie onto pipes and cables already fixed at both ends
Work on smooth surfaces with no access to the object's end
Anchor in situations where the loop version isn't possible