How to Tie Truckers Hitch Survival Knots - Tarp Shelter

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The Prepared's survival expert Jessie Krebs shows how to use Bowlines and Halter Hitches (2 of our top 3 survival knots) with a Truckers Hitch to make a tarp shelter between two trees.

[@hyltonvaneden1273]

You make the knots clear for beginners.I am getting more confident with tying bowlin and hitches because of you teaching skills.Keep up the great work.

[@erickaesman4001]

That underhand loop to secure the running end to be used for others things is amazing! Ive just started using the Truckers Hitch for stuff and never really understood it. Your video is clear and simple. Thank you!

[@msgonzo60]

best explanation yet

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

Tying knots is like works of art.

[@lilyr6755]

Indeed. Well said !

[@md8744]

Love

[@macmac8249]

Informative, clear, to the point, no unnecessary talk/b.s. AND a great smile. Thank you for the terrific video

[@BobbyMeeks]

agree - trying to find the knot my father-in-law used. Almost 50 years old and mind blown. Love this video being fun and to the point - and her smile IS contagious too!

[@AskTheKid]

Simp

[@abelveram3882]

Excellent

[@Nancy-xg9nc]

Ditto

[@Kleinalrik]

Agree. The smile is definately the topping.

[@SuperManning11]

You are such a great teacher! Clear, no nonsense instructions and clearly demonstrated-so helpful, thank you!

[@Ali-kk2ql]

😊

[@bobbyt6987]

1 of the better examples I've seen

[@fredlaughlin6343]

That is one of the best truckers hitch videos on youtube. Very concise an easy to follow.

[@Lip_Ripper.]

I didn't know you could make a bowline this way! Always made a bowline and used that loop to attach it to the tree with a slipknot. This is so much easier! Quick and to the point as well. Thank you so much.

[@Limicola1]

I agree it's pretty cool but you can do the same thing tying the bowline conventionally. Make a "six" (a loop) in the standing part (just turn the standing end to make the loop), run the bight end around the tree, pass it up through the loop in the standing part, then run it around the standing part (left or right--it doesn't matter) and back down through loop. It's "the rabbit jumped out of the hole, ran around the tree, and jumped back down the hole" method, but the "tree" is the standing part and the loop that goes around the post is the bight end.

[@Kachelator]

Ever tried an Evenk hitch?

[@BigRigRich]

New hammock camper here. Been getting everything together to go on my maiden hammock camping trip in mid July to North West Arkansas. I have been watching all kinds of “How to Tie Knot Videos”. By far, you are the easiest to understand and follow step by step. Thank you for making this easy to follow video.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

So glad it helped you Rich! How did your hammock trip go? Thanks for watching!

[@MrShadowpanther3]

The Bowline / Truckers Hitch is SUCH an effective combination. Easy to learn, easy to set up fast, and not to be overshadowed... easy to disassemble when done!

[@bluewater454]

Probably the best demonstration of the truckers hitch I have seen so far.

[@gertraba4484]

10-4

[@wsalinas1]

Not probably.., really are the best...!

[@roncolpo5056]

Very nice knot and presentation

[@lmelin1959]

Holy crap, all these years I've been making bowlines the hard way, now I see this. :)

[@craigfishcake2543]

Yes! Feels pretty foolish doesn't it..

[@bphenry]

This is a variant of the hand loop way of tying a bowline. Once you see it, nothing is the same again. :-)

[@TheAngryEagle]

Me watching yet another video with a bowline knot... "WAIT WHAT DID SHE JUST DO?!" lol

[@garyjohnson4657]

This variant is used to tie a boat to a Ballard. The knot I basically formed before coming the dock.

[@throngcleaver]

I like her method a lot, but I use a one-handed method to tie bowlines that blows that away. There are a lot of ways to tie the same knot, so everyone can have choices.

[@hunter.1]

Very good and Easy to understand. Greetings from Brazil

[@madmax2099a]

I have used this knot for over 50 years now. Dad was a trucker and I learnt how to chain air hoses and power cords. Thanks for a great vid.

[@stevenwaling23]

Oh, also agree with previous comments about no nonsense, no extra music or fluff- just clear, simple instructions! Well done

[@frankcrawford416]

Looping through the tent grommit off the charts. Never ever I would have thought of that.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks Frank! I can't take the credit though, I learned it during instructor training at the USAF SERE school some 29 years ago! I'm glad you like it!

[@clsch7513]

Now i'm really happy about KZbin. You did this video 5 years ago and today I learned from you I have watched several other videos for this hitch Your version is by far the easiest and the fastest to do. Also your version of the bowline is very cool!

[@lukequixere7235]

The trucker's hitch has proven itself to be one of the most useful knots that I know. I've been using it for over 30 yrs. Good video!

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks! It's one of my favorites as well.

[@fsimonpietri]

Thanks. You have no idea how much I use it. You did a simple, clear explanation. Bravo!

[@cisco9027]

Finally found somebody who can explain something and make it understandable great demo skills.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Awe shucks! Thanks! I'm glad you like my teaching style!

[@josephtucciarone6878]

Thank you for coming back.

[@longbowshooter5291]

Knew about the trucker's hitch, but thanks for that stick idea. All these years and I never thought of that one. Then when I saw you do it I about facepalmed myself unconscious because it was so simple. Also making the bowline that way was new to me too. Thanks.

[@banjohappy]

Great vid. Easy and effective knots, well demonstrated, and simply explained without a lot of sidetrack fluff conversation.

[@jonc4719]

The double secure at the finish is what makes this more than magical, thanks u.

[@sumikodebarbeyrac4466]

This is the best video I've seen explaining the truckers hitch. Thank you so much!

[@kingskafa]

Wow you made that incredibly easy to understand. Thanks!

[@itcanwait]

Amazing how clear you were and very detailed. Thank you for doing this tutorial.

[@bikeboomer2617]

You helped me understand the truckers hitch better. Thanks.

[@jeffcmo1957]

I keep coming back your video. Well done thank you.

[@traceadams210]

This is someone who has been there, done that & knows how to teach. Great instructional video.

[@rinatrakhmatullaev5993]

I did not know this way of tying bowline. Was impressed. Overhand also fit to fix the loop. Nice teacher. Very clear, very useful. By the way, English for me - foreign language, but I understood almost all words. Very proud.

[@murphmurph2124]

Oh my all these years ive been actually tying a truckers granny knot, now I know how to tie an actual truckers hitch, thanks

[@schneidp20]

When I learned the Trucker's Hitch years ago, it was a revelation! Securing the hitch I've always used half hitches. I really like your method of securing the knot! Thanks.

[@therealchickentender]

I wish KZbin would let me "Like" this once a year. There'd be 4 by now.

[@therealchickentender]

I've watched this video damn near a dozen times in the past week. Your bowline, halter and truckers are the best explained and best methods I've seen. Hardly any reason to tie a bowline the old fashioned way. Boyscouts done me wrong. Thanks for this one. Can tie these your way in a quarter the time it used to take me.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

I'm so glad you like it! Boy scouts are doing their best, and at least it gets folks out there and playing! Perhaps you can take this method back to them and spread the love! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Much appreciated!

[@karlprole326]

Greetings from Bavaria. I didn`t understand a word, because you speaks to fast for me. But I saw, what you are doing. Very nice.

[@jedmcdonald4695]

I can’t believe how many backpacking trips I struggled through trying to discover these things for myself. Thank very much. Perfect video!

[@WelcomeToMyDream]

I've used these knots for years. The hard way, until today. edit: Seriously, this video is exceptional. Anyone new (or old) to knots should be right here. Many thanks, and Blue Skies to ya!

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Awesome! Thanks much! Blue skies back at ya!

[@SkyKing101010]

I've watched a half dozen videos on tying a trucker's hitch and yours is the first one I've understood clearly and easily. Thank you.

[@chtomlin]

yes, she did a super job

[@jameslee3468]

Bruce Dobson Zc.

[@ricoaztec1]

I've learned to use that trucker's hitch while in the Army. I didn't know what it was called, I just played with 550 cord until I found something that worked. Your video made it WAY easier for me to make a slip knot though, in the middle of the line, and the saftey knot to keep it secure is awesome. Thanks!!!😊

[@dreadpirateroberts4052]

Same here!....

[@lisapetersen150]

Are those tattoo's or birth marks on your arm?

[@ShawnColloton]

I came here to check out the trucker's hitch, but you blew my mind with the way you tied the bowline. Absolutely using that going forward!

[@3dloon430]

Thing of beauty.

[@hookedoncabernet9294]

@@3dloon430 ditto

[@Blagger3000]

Good Boy Scout knots and lashings.

[@JThomasP]

Thorough instructor! Clear and to the point.

[@SeaMonkey137]

Best explanation of a practical use of the trucker's hitch I've ever seen.

[@verteup]

The practical use of a trucker's hitch is to tie down a load on a truck or trailer. Hence the term trucker's hitch.

[@SeaMonkey137]

@@verteup I don't think truckers have learned to tie any hitch knots since the invention of the ratchet strap. Meanwhile, we're still using them on sailboats for any giving load.

[@verteup]

@@SeaMonkey137 Yea I'm sure it's called a trucker's hitch by mere coincidence. Tying loads down must have absolutely nothing to do with it.

[@boutrosboutrosboutrosboutros]

Awesome instructional video. I have been doing the truckers tension loop knot thing to secure stuff in a truck for a long time, but was doing it wrong. it worked, but didn't come apart easy. Thanks! and PS, 23,000 likes is great, the 800 some people that took the time to hit thumbs down, I pray for you to find a life. This is 100% positive energy and good information here. thanks The Prepared! Peace

[@james4582]

I agree who can thumb down a knot tying session. Once learned the truckers hitch can be remembered. I use it more often than ratchet straps for most load tiedowns. Pulling on a TH you can pull a rope in two before the knot will ever give way and still it disassembles very easily. A good tie knot has no hard knots

[@dutcheric]

I like these knots. Very handy indeed. Thank you.

[@robgreen9070]

Ive been a rope Rescuer for years and have never seen a bowline made like that. You are on another level

[@MrSmithChart]

Jessie Krebs is a field tested bad ass for those who are not familiar with her work. I once joked that the USAF was a paramilitary organization... (Intra service ribbing) until I was directed to attend their training iterations... Top notch schoolhouses and utmost respect. True professionals and action oriented subject matter experts. Kudos to Jessie Krebs former USAF SERE instructor. Wish there were more vids posted on YT of her doing her job.

[@MrSmithChart]

@@ThePrepared Fantastic news! Good luck pinning her down... I can only imagine she keeps herself gainfully employed and then some. Look fwd to the new content when able.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thank you kindly MrSmithChart! Recommendation much appreciated! I'm heading up a civilian based SERE school now that is slowly gaining ground: www.seretraining.us. I much prefer being in the field to the office though so The Prepared and I are a good collaboration for me! Anyone to help me reduce typing time is much appreciated! Thanks for watching!

[@MrSmithChart]

@@seretrainingschool6778 @The Prepared Wow!!! Watching JK on "Alone" S9!!! Sending good vibes Jessie, Holy cow!!! You got this!!!

[@SupermanBB]

Absolute best instructional. Best method I’ve found for ridge lines. Thanks! I always come back to this video

[@sic-n-tiredtired4273]

Hands down the easiest to understand video on these knots that I seen great job thank you.

[@aceichner]

My dad did this all the time and tried to show/teach me more times than I can count. My ratchet straps are buried and I needed a trucker's hitch. Watched this and 'got it' for the first time ever. Thank you so much. I could literally cry right now I am so happy.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

What "The Prepared" said! I'm so glad it helped. I've had several folks come to a knots, hitches, and lashings class and mention how they remember family members doing them and connecting to those relatives through the class. It's beautiful to me that knots can recreate those moments! Simple beauty! Thanks for watching and happy knot tying!

[@TJParr253]

Best Demo of a Truckers Hitch I have seen and the Bowline on the tree was slick.

[@robertqueberg4612]

I thank you for your lessons. You have the air of someone who enjoys what they are doing, and also enjoys sharing their enjoyment with others.

[@dirtyslag2612]

I second that gentleman's statement, entirely.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

@@dirtyslag2612 and Robert, you are both spot on! I mostly taught folks that didn't want to learn for the first 25 years or so (in the military at SERE school and in wilderness therapy) and now get to teach those that do. It makes a world of difference! Thank YOU for watching and sharing your thoughts!

[@dougbivens6973]

Wow... I learned both knots as a scout and now I am a scoutmaster... Like so many other comments, my mind is blown with the Bowline. So simple it makes me ashamed to admit it..lol. From this point on, no more "rabbit around the tree ". This will be how it is taught... thank you

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Ah! Bless you! When I teach knots I ask if any of the folks know the bowline or remember something about a rabbit and a tree. If they don't or seem shaky, I teach it this way instead. Some still prefer what I call the "boy scout" way of learning/doing it, though I call it a snake, not a rabbit! I think for those that really struggle with knots it still has merit! I've been tying it this way for almost 30 years now and definitely prefer it over the traditional method. I'm happy to spread the magic. I recently heard a great name for it: the "snap" bowline.

[@thetwogardens6048]

I am a simple person and like simple and easy stuff like this. Great vid.

[@flatearthcrypto6991]

right to the point. no stumbling or trying to be a hollywood star. 💯

[@jquiznos2283]

IKR? I really appreciated that about this video.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks much, I'm not much for fanfare! Simple utility is where it's at! Thanks for watching!

[@dicres1516]

After over an hour of trying to understand other videos and trying to make it happen saw yours and a couple mins later job done! THANK YOU for keeping it simple and having an amazing way of showing it the easy way 10/10 ! 🏆

[@sigvar6795]

Very well presented. Most people screw up teaching knots and line work to degree you have to watch it half a dozen times to even get started trying it yourself. You were so clear, one viewing would teach a child! Thank you.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thank you Sigvar!

[@jimleffler7976]

Wow, she kicks arse. Great video

[@jaewok5G]

pros; a new favorite way to tie a bowline! cons; didn't use a marlin spike on the sticks :(

[@theslowwalker]

Great video. I use similar knots when setting up my tarp using trekking poles. Simple knots equal quick set ups and take downs which are especially appreciated in rainy or windy conditions.

[@bradvb6784]

Best demonstration and instruction of common knots I’ve seen! Thanks

[@josephtucciarone6878]

This is a wealth of highly useful knot & tarp skills. You did such an excellent job of teaching it too. Thank you. This should be a training resource for hundreds of years.

[@toktokwan6317]

Been camping for more than a few decades, and you taught me something new. Thank you.

[@wondermonkeyoutdoors]

I like the safety you did on the trucker's hitch. I used to (until NOW) pass the loose end through the loop for insurance. I think what you have shown is far easier and useful for hanging things, as you mentioned. Thanks for showing it!

[@louiscranfill4094]

Great job. Best video I've seen about these useful knots

[@phillyforever1294]

You are a Knot genius.

[@finbarscanlonwolf]

Great video, very well explained & demonstrated. Best one out of about 10 or 15 that I've watched. 👍👍👍👍

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks much Finbar! I'm very glad you found it useful!

[@richiedej8894]

I saw this very useful tip for the trucker's hitch. When tying the truckers hitch, pass the working end through the tensioning loop twice rather than just once. Now when you pull it tight, the doubled line will lock allowing you to keep your tension while tying off the hitch. When releasing knot, just pass the line back through the tension loop once and pull hard. This will release it allowing for easy untying.

[@chtomlin]

I hope she will do a vid on your version and explain the map of dots on her arm

[@toddpod5244]

You should a video and leave a link too see

[@sharamkh]

@@toddpod5244 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIbIo3djhtt5pMU You can see it done here.

[@toddpod5244]

Thanks

[@karoshi2]

Guess it's a matter of preference. The self-locking trucker's hitch is a little harder to pull tight due to the same friction that locks it in place. So you keep the tension easier, but possibly build up less of it. Good to know both and maybe even chose depending on the situation.

[@MinimalistExplorerEDC]

Best demonstration I’ve seen so far! Thank you! It’s not an easy one to learn!

[@chrisgriffin3374]

Someone taught you correctly. Nice to see you getting it on propper🤘

[@videotheclips]

I seen lots of this videos, yours is 100% the best I've seen. Thumbs up

[@guyh.4553]

Jessie,I watched (and saved 😊) this video before and am watching it again. I've come to the thought that I would LOVE to spend a day with you just to pick your brain and learn from you! Keep up the great work

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks Guy! I have a school I run out of Denver but tend to flit around the country teaching. You can find the classes on my website: www.seretraining.us and also subscribe to my newsletter that outlines other ways to connect and places to find me teaching during the year. I'm very glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@rogercpate4386]

Best demonstration of truckers hitch I've seen so far, very clear, easy to understand and to repeat demonstration

[@taanmoystarane1660]

Excellent Madam.... Too good 👏👏👏👏👏 Pls keep us sending such good teaching videos 👍👍👍

[@Asgard2208]

Simple. Clear. Effective. Thus, excellent!

[@thomascourrtney45]

If you put line twice in the loop for hitch it holds itself and you don’t need to pinch line to make loops. Best video I’ve seen

[@jessiekrebs5764]

Thanks! Yes, what you describe can be an excellent modification especially if I have an injured arm/hand or reduced hand strength for any reason!

[@williammorrissey9661]

Best. Thumbnail. Ever.

[@MyBigThing2010]

The best knot video I've ever seen!

[@onolicious9147]

The way you tied the bowline was the star of this video, thank you...I've never seen it done that way.

[@Cliflyri]

Great video. Boy, I use bowline knots often and have never seen one tied the way you did at the beginning of the video. Thank you for sharing!

[@sugarba1]

Agreed- that blew my mind how simple it was

[@crawdadyyt]

Ditto here

[@bigwu100]

She surprised me too.never to old to learn new ways to do stuff.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

@@bigwu100 You bet, I'm still learning! Pretty boring life if we don't right? I love it when students and other instructors share a new skill or insight. Fun stuff!

[@chrisd7789]

Awesome video, but is the bowline not quite difficult to undo?

[@hollo0o583]

This is the best video I’ve found so far! Thank you!

[@cottondai]

Really great teacher on doing the knots. She makes it logical to remember how to do the knot.

[@texassportsoutdoors]

I have used that knot for years and love it. Never knew the name of it until now. Thanks for the Video!

[@MrChrissy1r]

It's called a pulley knot or lorry drivers knot, here in the U.k. and it is now not recommended, as it can fail.. We here in the U.k (or is it Yeuuk) have to use straps!!

[@lainiethompson7398]

Thank you! I can't tell you how many of these Knot videos I've watched to learn how to tie this! too many. This one was very clear thanks for making it easy! I feel more confident after watching this than any other video.

[@Andyfishing23]

That bowline kinda just blown my mind. Must practice this way 🤯 haha. Thanks for the video.

[@DKLGalactus5]

my dad used that knot all the time and I never learned it until now, thanks so muck.

[@paulotarso8339]

What an easy way to make the bowline knot!!!! Thank you very much!

[@billopad9625]

Great demo, great explanation, and actually a lot more common sense and well/better instructed than other similar videos! Thanks! 👍

[@nonperishables5870]

i envy people that can remember how to tie various knots. i have purchased books on knots...i've watched videos....i suck. what a useful skill.

[@scottpowell6145]

Tying knots is good, however making a good splice is equally as important.

[@londonpickering8675]

Oddly satisfying. Thanks for posting.

[@franklindjservices9844]

Very well done. As an avid camper, I'm always seeking great information to enhance my outdoor living skills. Thank you for well done video!

[@getbettermpg]

Anybody can tie knots, she made this one easy to understand. Brilliantly done!

[@Agile47509chicken]

So fun to see Jessie on Alone!

[@ansleygilmore3972]

You are a great teacher. I am pretty good with this sort of stuff, but I still learned several new things :-) Hey, I never saw a bowline tied like that, niffty. Thank you, and keep making videos.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks! I just recently heard someone call it a "snap bowline". Good name for it I think!

[@gregorybarry4564]

Never seen the Bowline made like that on the first tree, thanks!!!

[@LacyJaneCompton]

Very helpful. Well done video and thank you for the excellent info.

[@paulieicepick]

This was the best way I've seen to tie a bowline. Quick and easy to teach.

[@armorvestrus6882]

Thank you that was very well explained better than most others who try to show it. Cheers.

[@seretrainingschool6778]

Thanks Armor!