How to Tie a Barrel Hitch

How to Tie a Barrel Hitch

A barrel hitch is a simple but effective knot for suspending
objects by forming a sling around the object, which supports
it from below and from the sides. It is often used to hoist
cargo aboard ships.[1] [1] The barrel hitch keeps an object
vertical, while its sister knot, the barrel sling, suspends
an object on its side.[2] [2] In this article, you'll learn
how to tie a barrel hitch.

!! Steps !!

* Loosely tie an overhand knot in a long rope, leaving plenty of
free rope at the ends.

Where the rope crosses itself in the middle (see the red dot), grab
the strand and pull it towards you.

Lay that piece of string down near the center of the loop. Place
your object on top of it.

Slowly draw the rope up at the working and fixed ends to form a
sling around the object. Tie the working end off using a bowline
knot, tightening the sling to secure it.

!! Warnings !!

* Though the object can swing loosely, sharp jerking movements can
easily cause the barrel hitch to dislodge.

!! Things You'll Need !!

* Rope

!! Related WikiHows !!

* How to Tie a Double Bowline Climbing Knot

* How to Tie a Rethreaded Figure of 8 Climbing Knot

* How to Tie a Square Knot

* How to Tie a Quick Release Knot (Highwayman's Hitch)

* How to Tie a Clove Hitch Knot

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[1] http://bemoreconfident.info/#_note-0
[2] http://bemoreconfident.info/#_note-1