Mazama Climb Leaders

Knots and Hitches

Munter Hitch to Clove Hitch (1:13)

Tying a Munter Mule Overhand (3:06)

How to Tie a Hand Shake Clove (1:54)

Friction Hitches (4:38)

BHK Overhand Knot (1:32)

Triple Overhand Barrel Knot (0:50)

Double Overhand StopperThe Double Overhand Knot is based on the Overhand Knot with one additional turn. It creates a reliable, moderately large, stopper knot.

Flat Overhand BendEasy method of joining two ropes, rarely gets stuck on obstructions.

Alpine Butterfly LoopThe Alpine Butterfly Loop provides a secure loop in the middle of a piece of rope. Load can be safely applied: from the loop to either end of the rope; between the two ends with the loop hanging free; or to the loop with the load spread between the two ends.

Bowline KnotThe Bowline Knot makes a reasonably secure loop in the end of a piece of rope. It has many uses such as to fasten a mooring line to a ring or a post.

Figure 8 Double LoopAlso known as "Bunny Ears", it is a stable double loop in the middle of a piece of rope and is based on the simple Figure 8 knot.

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