Clove hitch![[clove hitch diagram]](graphics/clovehit.gif)
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A clove hitch is used chiefly to tie a line to a
post or pile. Many sailors use a clove hitch to moor
small boats, but be careful because if there isn't
steady tension on the line, it can loosen. For
more security, the line's end should be half-hitched
to its standing part.
To form a clove hitch, two underhand loops can be slipped over a pole. To tie an underhand loop, cross the running end behind the standing part. |
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