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How to tie the Timber HitchPass the end of the rope round the spar and then round the standing end. Wrap the end round itself three times and tighten the knot so that the three turns are gripped against the spar.
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More details about the The Timber Hitch
Uses: The Timber Hitch is described by (Ashley ABOK #1665, p 290) as much used for handling cargo "... for which it is very convenient, as it practically falls apart when pull ceases." It is also useful when towing a spar or log either afloat or on land. When used for this purpose, the Timber Hitch is often placed near the center of the spar and a separate half-hitch is dropped over the end of the spar to act as a guide.
Technique: The end of the line is passed once around the spar and then round the standing end before being wrapped three times round itself. When correctly tied and tightened, these three turns should all be tightly pinched against the spar or log.
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Disclaimer: Any activity that involves ropes is potentially hazardous. Lives may be at risk - possibly your own. Considerable attention and effort have been made to ensure that these descriptions are accurate. However, many critical factors cannot be controlled, including: the choice of materials; the age, size, and condition of ropes; and the accuracy with which these descriptions have been followed. No responsibility is accepted for incidents arising from the use of this material.
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