KNOT KNOWLEDGE

FRICTION HITCHES

 

Kreutzklem (Hedden)


The Kreutzklem (or Hedden) is quick and simple to tie and untie. It is also easy to loosen the knot after applying a load, to advance it up the rope.

 

 Step #1

Form a bight from the loop and place it behind the climbing rope.  Kreutzklem - Step 1

 

 Step #2

Wrap the loop across the climbing rope.  Kreutzklem - Step 2

 

 Step #3

Continue wrapping the loop around the climbing rope.  Kreutzklem - Step 3

 

 Step #4

Insert the loop through the bight.  Kreutzklem - Step 4

 

 Finished Kreutzklem

Dress and set the knot.  Finished Kreutzklem

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