Every Bushcrafter Needs to Know this Knot: The Anchor Hitch

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  • Опубликовано: 7 авг 2024
  • The Anchor Hitch
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  • @lucasjillson236
    @lucasjillson236 Год назад +17

    I'm watching this at midnight, saving it and definitely watching it in the morning! My dad's motto was always, "if you can't tie a knot, tie a lot", haha!

  • @jonfaber4663
    @jonfaber4663 Год назад +65

    Hey Dan, I just have to say that I bought your Bushcraft for Kids book for my almost 8 year old nephew this past summer. He loves it still. Tonight, I was browsing through it myself. You did an excellent job with that book. It's so informative, understandable and the colored pictures are wonderful.

    • @billb1861
      @billb1861 Год назад +2

      A round turn and 2 half hitches while similar is easier to tie and untie under load.

    • @siafulinux
      @siafulinux Год назад +1

      Just looked up the book and going to order it for my kids! Looks really interesting and perfect for them.

  • @glorybound7599
    @glorybound7599 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks 🙏🏻. Was a Boy Scout over 50 years ago and have since forgotten most of the dozen or so knots 🪢 I had learned. Thanks for a great explanation of a very useful knot 🪢 that many will find to be helpful.

  • @threeriversforge1997
    @threeriversforge1997 Год назад +9

    This is exactly why I tell folks they need to get a copy of the Ashley Book of Knots. If you're camping or building a homestead or just tinkering in general... you need a copy of the ABOK. It's hard to express just how powerfully useful that book is, and you'll love having it to read by the fire!

    • @bobvisser8689
      @bobvisser8689 Год назад +2

      Try the maritime book of knots and fancy rope work!

    • @threeriversforge1997
      @threeriversforge1997 Год назад

      @@bobvisser8689 I'll look it up. Thanks.

    • @mehardin
      @mehardin 4 месяца назад +1

      It's too expensive. I would love to have a copy, but it's outrageous.

  • @Jedi_Jed
    @Jedi_Jed Год назад +1

    Yay thank you. This is going in my “Knots” playlist.

  • @lowandslow3939
    @lowandslow3939 Год назад +11

    There are other knots that are used for the same purpose. They also have two wraps around the metal ring, and the knot is tight up against the ring to reduce movement and resist chafing. I was a chief engineer at sea for twenty years and now live completely off grid.
    Remember, if you can’t tie a knot, tie a lot of them!

  • @edauvaa1730
    @edauvaa1730 Год назад +1

    Thank you.
    I don't have my 17ft.trailer-sailor anymore. But this knot is a winner.

  • @Needagoodnamebutcantthinkofone
    @Needagoodnamebutcantthinkofone Год назад +1

    I find a lot of stuff by accident but I found your channel through newswatch 16 WNEP Pennsylvania outdoor life thing they did on you a few years ago. I live nearby up in northeast PA, maybe one of these days I'll make it down there for a class or a course I do some of this on my own but definitely don't know hardly anything compared to those of you that actually do it routinely and know these things from doing them...

  • @alanstrange2421
    @alanstrange2421 Год назад +11

    I found this knot on the Knots 3D app about a year ago and have been using it to tie cordage to carabiners (for ridge lines, bear bag hangs, etc). Good stuff.

  • @BCJerbs
    @BCJerbs Год назад +1

    This a great know to know for sure! Hope your week is absolutely blessed Mr.Dan! Watching from the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island in Canada! Cheers, Jerbs 👍🏼🇺🇸🔥🔪🔥🇨🇦👍🏼

  • @lewisjersey5422
    @lewisjersey5422 Год назад +1

    I'm a knot nerd myself. I too will sit and practice knots. This one's a good simple effective knot, thanks for this.

  • @earlshaner4441
    @earlshaner4441 Год назад +1

    Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else thank you for sharing your skills

  • @randymicallef3545
    @randymicallef3545 Год назад +2

    So many uses for this knot. Thanks for sharing, keep on doing that thing you do.

  • @albertdrover2604
    @albertdrover2604 Год назад

    Nice to see these old knots come back again. I was shown this in the boy scouts when I was 11 or 12 - I’m 76 now. We called it a round turn and two half-hitches.

  • @janhbhugo5085
    @janhbhugo5085 Год назад +1

    The anchor hitch is the first proper knot I learned to do followed by the bowline !

  • @brucejohnson2218
    @brucejohnson2218 Год назад +6

    My favourite is the buntline hitch, when easy untying is not necessary. It's like a mirrored two half hitches, but way stronger (up to too strong...) and you are also able to tie a slipped version. Anchor hitch is perfect for temporary tying and seems more secure than two half hitches.

  • @mikeeygq
    @mikeeygq Год назад +3

    Your knot tutorials are some of the best out there.

  • @Aj-po9dc
    @Aj-po9dc Год назад +1

    I love this knot because it's so simple to teach people AND the more load you apply to the knot, the more secure it is because it just bites down harder on itself! But it still can be untie fairly easily...
    Another really good anchor knot is the bunt line hitch... Although... It is a tougher knot to untie after a heavy load

  • @davidvaughn7752
    @davidvaughn7752 Год назад +15

    I soooo love learning easy knots to remember, that are elegant in form, and effective in funtion. Thank You! Been sitting here playing with it now for a couple minutes after you showed how, and its already an old friend that I'll probably use a lot!!! Brillant!

  • @MadDogSurvival
    @MadDogSurvival Год назад

    Love your content brother! Very best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧

  • @thesteveshowfoodfestroadtest
    @thesteveshowfoodfestroadtest 7 месяцев назад

    This is a perfect complement to the bowline! Gonna give it a try on my adventures!

  • @brianslocum5159
    @brianslocum5159 Год назад

    Short, sweet, and to the point. Keep it up and stay in the woods!

  • @bryanepp5340
    @bryanepp5340 Год назад

    I think your greatest asset is your teaching ability.

  • @TheGentlemanRougeScholar
    @TheGentlemanRougeScholar Год назад

    On the first thing you said, I found your channel many years ago, I was looking up how to tan a hide, I think it was before you were on Alone, but I’ve been following you ever since.
    Thanks for many years of stuff to pass onto my children, and making camp more enjoyable.

  • @craigabel3674
    @craigabel3674 Год назад

    thank you for sharing Dan.

  • @brushbum7508
    @brushbum7508 Год назад

    Found you years back & still LEARNEN & ENJOYEN ! TAKE CARE..

  • @dongaetano3687
    @dongaetano3687 Год назад

    Good stuff Dan - will visit more.

  • @artzreal
    @artzreal Год назад

    It's always fun to listen to your jokes Dan

  • @islandjason
    @islandjason 3 месяца назад

    I have a 3m pieces of rope beside my chair for practicing knots I learn on YT like this one. Thanks again.

  • @WillSpires
    @WillSpires Год назад +1

    Outstanding sir! Thanks for another great knot for the arsenal!!

  • @chetbodley8629
    @chetbodley8629 Год назад +3

    Great job and explanation I like knowing how to tie many different knots and when to use them. I chuckled when you said you tie an anchor to a line then I laughed out loud when you said you tie hard objects to a line. Everybody understands what you said no problem, keep up the good work. It's people like you and your content that make youtube great!

  • @pyrosmoak53
    @pyrosmoak53 Год назад

    Great tip Dan 👍

  • @Jmlittle844
    @Jmlittle844 Год назад

    Nice knot.
    I need to learn this one and the Siberian hitch.

  • @dutchlowry7801
    @dutchlowry7801 Год назад

    Dan ..u r the man n just hit another 1 out of the park !!! Thnx much n be well.

  • @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234
    @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 Год назад

    Looks great Dan. Thanks and take care..

  • @peterott9162
    @peterott9162 Год назад

    Thank you Dan. Definitely keeping this one in my toolbox!!

  • @samanthabeal2000
    @samanthabeal2000 Год назад

    That was clear and concise explanation on a very useful knot! I’ll be using that one ! Thanks so much, I liked your song, you do you!

  • @johnduffy6546
    @johnduffy6546 Год назад +1

    Thank you. I had not seen this knot before. Will definitely give it a try

  • @ElvisDoes
    @ElvisDoes Год назад +7

    I'm using this knot a lot in my bushcraft camp! I was doing it a bit differently but I think your way works better. Thanks!

  • @peakbagger7682
    @peakbagger7682 Год назад

    Thank you for teaching me a new knot. I have been using the bowline for years as my go-to knot.

  • @chronxdev
    @chronxdev Год назад +5

    Definitely gonna keep this one in my back pocket. I usually just throw a bowline knot on most things but this anchor hitch will definitely come in handy in the right circumstances.
    If you want to check out another really sweet knot, look up the "taughtline hitch"

    • @orangeyellow9695
      @orangeyellow9695 Год назад +1

      The bowline works for most things, but if you don't want your rope to run or move, the fixed loop on the bowline doesn't help. Usually, I use either the round turn two half or the anchor bend.

    • @darkframepictures
      @darkframepictures Год назад

      You can hitch to the object using whichever hitch is best suited, and the finish with two half hitches like what is shown. Works with a large variety of hitches on the ring, depending on how permanent it needs to be, whether the ring should slip or not, or how quickly it should be to untie.

  • @jimmeyers8960
    @jimmeyers8960 Год назад +2

    Thanks for this. I think I found your channel years ago by looking for actual uses for knots. It's easy to find videos showing how to tie knots, but it's much harder to find videos for how and when to use a particular knot.

  • @AOSChrisMiller
    @AOSChrisMiller Год назад

    New knots have always been a struggle for me to learn. Thanks for the new tool!

  • @jamesknapp7389
    @jamesknapp7389 Год назад

    I found your channel a little over 2 years ago. I was looking for Boilo recipes and yours is the best. I live up in Wayne county but for almost 5 years I worked out of Harrisburg and drove on 81 quite a bit. I love your channel and the Boilo I make has become very popular. I first saw a story on WNEP 16 and headed to the State Store for several bottles of Four Queens. I even brought a bottle down to my son and daughter-in-law for thanksgiving and made some. Happy New Year!

  • @baka120y4
    @baka120y4 Год назад +1

    Nice one!! I've been using the snuggle hitch but this one is much easier to tie and to remember. Thanks!

  • @GeorgePaul-dz9bi
    @GeorgePaul-dz9bi 5 месяцев назад +1

    Yes that is a very secure positive knot to a fixture.

  • @swaggercat
    @swaggercat Год назад

    Thanks
    That's a nice knot
    Very well taught

  • @cillaloves2fish688
    @cillaloves2fish688 Год назад

    Thx Dan!

  • @zetaminor77
    @zetaminor77 Год назад

    Thanks for the video! Your knot-tying steps were very clear and easy to follow. :)

  • @RJD0314
    @RJD0314 Год назад

    Knot only is that knot just a good knot, its a great knot!! 😁 Knot too shabby!!

  • @TheCitizenRemy
    @TheCitizenRemy Год назад

    Great video and information.

  • @Benjam901
    @Benjam901 Год назад

    YES! Oh man, so often I've wondered "what is THE knot" to ties things to things. Legendary knot. Thank you

  • @kingdavidapple
    @kingdavidapple Год назад

    Double wrap; double half hitch putting first hitch through both wraps. Excellent. Won't ever forget. Thanks!

  • @rogt332
    @rogt332 Год назад

    Thank you Dan really well explained and much appreciated 👍
    I try to write it down stage by stage in a small notebook
    Stay well all 👍🙂🇬🇧

  • @vaelenorg
    @vaelenorg Год назад +1

    I used to teach knots and pioneering at a boy scout camp years ago and always love a good knot video! You have a great way of teaching and showing the knot, thanks for making this video! I never knew this knot, but it's basically two half hitches with an extra loop to keep the rope from slipping. I'm definitely going to use this next time I go camping.

  • @greggdsciotto8952
    @greggdsciotto8952 Год назад

    That's a great knot, thank you!

  • @gerardmartyn7596
    @gerardmartyn7596 Год назад

    Great information as always. Thanks 😊

  • @awesomedave8484
    @awesomedave8484 Год назад +2

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @georgefromiami
    @georgefromiami Год назад

    Great knob very much needed, Thanks

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR Год назад +2

    Actually found you because Sean Kelly from corporals corner, said to check out your channel in one of his videos I've been watching his channel for like 10+ years now. Pretty sure he mentioned your channel more than once? Anyways I seen a ton of your shows now and I'm here to stay.

  • @KarlRoyale
    @KarlRoyale Год назад +3

    Just as an aside, if you look at any older type anchor that has been cast, the inside of the ring is shaped like an "M" that is smoothed down. This is to help the rope stay in place while a sailor is tying the anchor knot. More modern anchors are meant to use chains so don't have/need this feature but the older style anchors still do.

  • @pappysproductions
    @pappysproductions 11 месяцев назад

    Great knot

  • @doug.a.2665
    @doug.a.2665 Год назад

    Good stuff!

  • @HermannKerr
    @HermannKerr Год назад

    I saw the picture of the knot and knew it was an anchor hitch - That is an unusual knot to see on RUclips. It is a good knot - good presentation.Good on ya, from one knot head to another. ;-)

  • @foolsgold8486
    @foolsgold8486 Год назад

    Beautiful And elegant knot.....thank you for sharing. Love it.. i have been wanting a knot just like that one.

  • @FosterHeninger
    @FosterHeninger Год назад +3

    Also a great knot for temporarily tying a toggle onto the end of your rope. If one end already has a loop tied in it like a bowline, then the toggle on the other allows for attaching multiple ropes together. thanks for the video.

  • @insatiable_mind
    @insatiable_mind Год назад

    Good tutorial. Knots are very useful.

  • @sanjaraejour9632
    @sanjaraejour9632 Год назад

    I learned of your channel from Townsends, and stayed for the excellent content.

  • @richarddiss1643
    @richarddiss1643 Год назад

    AWESOME, Thank You very much Sir! I'm a bush-crafting beginner enthusiast and I love Your way of teaching, fast, efficient, no time wasted. After checking a lot of tutos, I've just find Yours today and I'm gonna stick to Your channel, I've just subscribe now! Again, Thanks very much for sharing Your knowledge! Greetings from France ^_^

  • @seanfitzgibbon235
    @seanfitzgibbon235 Год назад

    Excellent and simple!

  • @BBQDad463
    @BBQDad463 Год назад +6

    Thank you for this video.
    I have a copy of the "Clifford W. Ashley Book Of Knots." Sometimes referred to as the CWABOK, it contains thousands of knots both useful and decorative. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in knots.
    The Anchor Hitch is indeed a splendid knot.
    Again, thank you for this video.

    • @martinhafner2201
      @martinhafner2201 Год назад +1

      ABoK 1723 Anchor Hitch or Fisherman's Bend

    • @threeriversforge1997
      @threeriversforge1997 Год назад

      I always tell people to get the ABoK. Greatest book to have in the library, imo. Practicing Marlinspike Seamanship is a great way to decorate your equipment, too. Mikko Snellman has a fantastic channel here on YT that you should check out. His vids on making pine tar and birch tar are exceptional.

    • @martinhafner2201
      @martinhafner2201 Год назад +1

      @@threeriversforge1997 The books by Hervey Garret Smith are great for full project skills with canvas, sail twine, cord and rope.
      His books include full plans and techniques for things like canvas buckets and sea bags.
      The Arts Of The Sailor and The Marlinspike Sailor are a couple. You could take the techniques and use them to make haversacks and things like that.

  • @buckybarnes5241
    @buckybarnes5241 Год назад

    That is fantastic. Thanks!

  • @bowmanlegacies
    @bowmanlegacies Год назад

    Badass knot! I will practice this thanks man!

  • @whiskeyvictor5703
    @whiskeyvictor5703 Год назад +1

    Now I can finally secure my tent with an anchor. Take that, blustery gale! 😄

  • @jamesosborn1628
    @jamesosborn1628 Год назад +1

    Thanks again!

  • @campcrafter4613
    @campcrafter4613 Год назад

    Found you while watching Dave Canterbury. You were recommended.

  • @richardM980
    @richardM980 11 месяцев назад

    Clear and concise. Thanks

  • @sixfiveoutfitters1201
    @sixfiveoutfitters1201 Год назад

    Good. Thanks. Great knot to add to the toolbox.

  • @charliewright4396
    @charliewright4396 Год назад

    Dan, your awesome and you crack me up🤭👍🤟 love your videos, always have............ great sense of humor too😅😁

  • @davidrobins4025
    @davidrobins4025 Год назад

    Simple, clear explanation of how to tie this knot.

  • @alanrice39
    @alanrice39 Год назад

    Thanks Dan, I needed to know that.

  • @jadehobson751
    @jadehobson751 Год назад

    Thankyou 😊. I now love it too!

  • @pamelacarnes9652
    @pamelacarnes9652 Год назад

    Love it!!!

  • @haroldmiller6853
    @haroldmiller6853 Год назад

    Great knot to know for sure

  • @ffaubert1
    @ffaubert1 Год назад +7

    Excellent video. I've always used a round turn with two half hitches. The advantage is it can be removed while under load. Kinda like the difference between a clovehitch and a constrictor knot.

    • @wholegrain27
      @wholegrain27 Год назад

      Would this anchor hitch be more secure under varying conditions (load - unload on the line) then the 2 half hitches?

    • @ffaubert1
      @ffaubert1 Год назад

      @@wholegrain27 Sorry to take so long to get back to you. This just showed up in my feed today.
      Anyhow, there is little difference between the two. The anchor bend takes an additional pass through the anchor ring before being tied off. The anchor bend is a full turn and two half hitches as opposed to a turn and two half hitches. Since the strain is on the line and not the bitter end, it can be released under load. Once it's tied, it won't loosen with strain and lull.

  • @krazyntx995
    @krazyntx995 Год назад +1

    Good knot to know for us 4WD enthusiasts and also for cutting trees.

  • @robertbeale2606
    @robertbeale2606 Год назад

    Nice! I'd forgotten about the anchor hitch!

  • @globyois
    @globyois Год назад

    Excellent!

  • @KettleCamping
    @KettleCamping Год назад

    Thanks! I ‘ll go check it out.

  • @730harley1
    @730harley1 Год назад

    I love this guy.

  • @yashaashayeri7055
    @yashaashayeri7055 Год назад

    Anchor Hitch is a solid one.

  • @rioguzmanc
    @rioguzmanc Год назад

    Great knot! Stay in the woods!

  • @deepashtray5605
    @deepashtray5605 Год назад

    Oh had I discovered this knot as a young man...!

  • @bubba7626
    @bubba7626 Год назад

    Love it! Its Simple Big thanks!

  • @hanneskofler9047
    @hanneskofler9047 Год назад

    Love that knot

  • @gordaro2828
    @gordaro2828 9 месяцев назад

    Well done. One of the most important features of that knot is that it retains 100% of its strength...meaning the line is not cutting itself under load. Cheers!

  • @DarrylMiglio
    @DarrylMiglio Год назад

    thanks for sharing

  • @jmorin6620
    @jmorin6620 Год назад +2

    I found you when you did the videos with Townsends. That cordage video was really good.

  • @michaelcapeless3268
    @michaelcapeless3268 Год назад

    Thank you -- good info. Now, I can do it.

  • @dogbark100
    @dogbark100 Год назад

    Turbo-sized Two Half Hitches?! Love it, thanks!!