Klemheist knot
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The klemheist knot or French Machard knot is a type of friction hitch that grips the rope when weight is applied, and is free to move when the weight is released. It is used similarly to a Prusik knot or the Bachmann knot to ascend or descend a climbing rope. One advantage is that webbing can be used as an alternative to cord. The Klemheist is easier to slide up than a Prusik. The klemheist is also a way to attach a snubber to the anchor rope of small boats, with the advantage that it is easy to undo.[1]
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Names | Klemheist knot, French Machard knot |
Category | Hitch |
Related | Prusik knot, Bachmann knot, Blake's hitch |
Typical use | Rock climbing |
ABoK | #1762 |
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Sometimes the knot name is misspelled as kleimheist, with an extra i.