Re: [Paddlewise] A knot that is adjustable, but holds under tension?

>Truckers Hitch is probably best for leverage.  It can crank.  It adjusts
>very easily within range of the bitter-end loop, but beyond that a retie
>is needed.  I like the knot.


    For a Trucker's Hitch I prefer to use either a butterfly knot or a bight
tied with a figure-eight knot configuration.  Both tie easily, do not put
undue stress on the rope, and don't jam -- so they are very easy to Untie.



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