What is the Round Turn and Two Half Hitches used for?

Securing the rope to a post or ring that's already under load; Attaching zip-line, awning, and tensioned-structure ropes; Securing boats to dock rings under strain; Holding suspended loads under control from the very start; Tensioning heavy ropes in pioneering projects.

How do you tie the Round Turn and Two Half Hitches?

The Round Turn and Two Half Hitches ties the rope to a post or ring while under load: the round turn (full wrap) bears the weight while the two half hitches lock the knot off. It's the right choice when there's tension from the start and you can't afford to lose control of the rope. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Round Turn and Two Half Hitches hard to tie?

The Round Turn and 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 Round Turn and Two Half Hitches?

It's not a climbing or rescue knot for people; Under strong vibration, reinforce the tail with an extra half knot; Make sure you complete the full round turn before tying the half hitches.

Round Turn and Two Half Hitches

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

It is also known as Round Turn and Two Half Hitches, Vuelta redonda y dos cotes, Vuelta redonda con dos cotes, Volta Redonda e Dois Cotes, Volta Inteira com Dois Cotes, Tour mort et deux demi-clés. (ABOK #1720)

Round Turn and Two Half Hitches — step by step

Ties the rope to a post or ring under load — the round turn takes the weight while the half hitches lock it off

Also called: Round Turn and Two Half Hitches, Vuelta redonda y dos cotes, Vuelta redonda con dos cotes, Volta Redonda e Dois Cotes, Volta Inteira com Dois Cotes, Tour mort et deux demi-clés · ABOK #1720

What it is for

Securing the rope to a post or ring that's already under load
Attaching zip-line, awning, and tensioned-structure ropes
Securing boats to dock rings under strain
Holding suspended loads under control from the very start
Tensioning heavy ropes in pioneering projects