What is the Manger Hitch used for?

Tying horses, cattle, and other animals at the trough or fence; Tying a halter rope to rings and stable posts; Handling animals that need to be released quickly; Temporarily tying a rope to bars and stakes; Rural situations that call for a release hitch.

How do you tie the Manger Hitch?

The Manger Hitch (ABOK #1828) ties up an animal securely yet with an easy release, the way it was traditionally done at the manger. It holds firm while the animal pulls against it but comes apart with a tug on the working end. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Manger Hitch hard to tie?

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

What precautions apply when using the Manger Hitch?

It's a quick-release hitch; an accidental pull on the working end frees the animal; Don't use it in situations that call for a permanent, escape-proof tie.

Manger Hitch

Q: What other names does the Manger Hitch have?

It is also known as Manger Hitch, Vuelta de pesebre, Nudo de pesebre, Nó de manjedoura, ABOK #1828. (ABOK #1828)

Ties an animal securely yet easily released, as at the manger

Also called: Manger Hitch, Vuelta de pesebre, Nudo de pesebre, Nó de manjedoura, ABOK #1828 · ABOK #1828

What it is for

Tying horses, cattle, and other animals at the trough or fence
Tying a halter rope to rings and stable posts
Handling animals that need to be released quickly
Temporarily tying a rope to bars and stakes
Rural situations that call for a release hitch