| Pile Hitch | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Category | Hitch |
| Related | Marlinspike Hitch, Icicle Hitch |
| Releasing | Non jamming |
| Typical use | Used as a mooring hitch to attach a line to a dock or post. |
| ABoK | #1815 |
| Instructions | https://knotspedia.com/pile-hitch-knot/ |
The pile hitch is a kind of hitch, which is a knot used for attaching rope to a pole or other structure. The pile hitch is very easy to tie and can be tied in the bight, without access to either end of the rope, making it a valuable tool.
A pile hitch may be easily and quickly tied either in the end or bight of a heavy line. It is remarkably secure and is easy to cast off when the left bight has been loosened by a single well-aimed kick. Recommended for medium and heavy lines.
- ^ Ashley, Clifford W. (1944). The Ashley Book of Knots, p.306. Doubleday. ISBN 0-385-04025-3.