OutdoorsTried-and-true tip
A pretzel-like hitch for fastening a taut line to a tree
Use the pretzel hitch to fasten a taut rope to a tree or pole.
- Time
- ⏱ 5 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ medium
What you need
- rope
How to do it
- Pass the rope around the tree or mast.
- Fasten it taut with the pretzel hitch.
Variations
- For extra security, add a second pretzel hitch and finish with a closing knot (called “Grossmüeti”).
Sources
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- youngstarswiki.org (opens in a new tab)
The Bretzel, also called Schiffer or half blow, is used to fasten a taut rope to a tree or mast.“ (englische Quelle)
