Description
The Mooring Hitch is a quick-release knot commonly used to temporarily secure a boat or animal to a dock, post, or ring. The Mooring Hitch holds fast under load but will release instantly with a pull of the tag end.
Strength/Reliability
The Mooring Hitch should only be used as a temporary knot. Since it is easily released, it should never be used where there is risk of injury to persons or property.
Common Uses
- moor a boat temporarily to a dock post with quick release.
- tie an animal to a post where quick untying may be needed.
- secure a rope to a rail or post that can be freed with one pull.
- fasten a line temporarily during loading or unloading.
- moor a vessel temporarily with instant release.
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