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Distel hitch is a friction hitch knot used to attach a carabiner to a rope, allowing a climber to descend or ascend.[1][2][3] The knot is similar to the prusik knot, however it grips the rope more consistently, making for increased climber control.[4]
Distel Hitch | |
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Category | Hitch |
Related | Taut-line hitch, Blake's hitch |
Typical use | Ascending, Descending |
ABoK | #1734, #1465, #452, #503, #1230, #1681 |
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