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] The barrel hitch keeps an object vertical, while its sister knot, the barrel sling, suspends an object on its side.[2] In this article, you'll learn how to tie a barrel hitch.

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