What is the Midshipman's Hitch used for?

Tensioning tent guy-lines; Tightening lines for tarps, awnings, and flags; Adjusting the tension on support lines; Securing loads with adjustable tension; Rigging clotheslines and tie-downs that need to be kept taut.

How do you tie the Midshipman's Hitch?

The Midshipman's Hitch (ABOK #1855) forms an adjustable sliding loop that slides to tension a line but locks under load. It's the knot of choice for tensioning tent guy-lines, tarp ropes, and any line that needs to stay taut and adjustable. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Midshipman's Hitch hard to tie?

The Midshipman's Hitch is rated medium, in the Hitches category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Midshipman's Hitch?

On very slick rope it can slip under load; choose a rope with good grip; Check that it's locked before trusting it with the tension.

Midshipman's Hitch

Q: What other names does the Midshipman's Hitch have?

It is also known as Midshipman's Hitch, Vuelta de guardiamarina, Nudo de guardiamarina, Nó de guarda-marinha, ABOK #1855. (ABOK #1855)

An adjustable sliding loop that holds under tension and slides to tighten

Also called: Midshipman's Hitch, Vuelta de guardiamarina, Nudo de guardiamarina, Nó de guarda-marinha, ABOK #1855 · ABOK #1855

What it is for

Tensioning tent guy-lines
Tightening lines for tarps, awnings, and flags
Adjusting the tension on support lines
Securing loads with adjustable tension
Rigging clotheslines and tie-downs that need to be kept taut