The Trucker's Hitch...But Better. [Auto-Locking]

[@TheBearEssentials]

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[@zpvnrt]

IMHO: It's often better to use the ABK instead of the slip-knot for the trucker's hitch - I've found that the slip-knot will all-too-often jamb so tightly it's quite difficult to get out of the standing line.

[@jommmer]

@@zpvnrt I was going to post the same. if using a rope that you do not want risk having a permanent loop in it, use the alpine butterfly..

[@Fogy56]

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[@kaboom-zf2bl]

what you call ignition on loop ... is still called a bite on the fixed end ... also known as a clove hitch or something like that ..

[@TrueHelpTV]

Pulling a sheets bend with a prusik is the real win. These ratios feel off because of the ropes own coefficient of friction, *but I'd love to see a pull test with something like a fish scale because I could see a emergency use cases in rope access rescues.

[@radar8988]

It is so difficult teaching beginners the truckers hitch. The loop is so perplexing for most. The "ignition" motion is genius! Thanks

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thx! This is how I learned so I figured it would help others

[@Caterina29]

I love the video, but... You might have to come up with a new analogy for future generations, my last two cars have had on/off buttons in place of keyed ignition switches.

[@JBplumbing12]

There is another way of doing the loop so that falls apart more easily when the rope is untied. It is hard to describe but it involves a making a bight in the rope and pointing it towards the standing end, then using the standing end to put a clove hitch around it, leaving a loop towards the free end through which to feed the free end before applying tension/pull. This loop holds secure and falls apart easily.

[@lancer525]

@@TheBearEssentials It isn't the "ignition" loop that throws me. It's the second part where you pull tension and then tie something else. That something else eludes me.

[@SirPraiseSun]

nah its easy just remember loop then feed a loop through it then continue

[@jakepearson7403]

After using the auto locking technique on alpine butterflies and bowlines for about a month in my personal life and my professional life on the boat I work on I've come back to this video to say thank you, this is a game changer

[@narong1204]

Of the hundreds of trucker's hitch videos out there, this is the best trucker's hitch video I've seen. Clear, concise, and thorough.

[@MagicGate814]

Agreed. The other videos are either too confusing or missing a few steps.

[@crustydownunder]

I learned that hitch from my dad when I was a kid. He said he used to use it when he carted wooden boxes of tomatoes. I'm now 63 and I've been using it all my life. It's invaluable.

[@justinkase1360]

Man...not only is this a great knot, you just made it so simple to remember, which is half the battle! I can always learn a knot, but when I need it 6 months from now, I probably will have forgotten in most cases.

[@DaveSmith-cp5kj]

In the boy scouts what they did was have us make a knot like 100 times. Even if you don't remember the exact steps to make the knot, your developed muscle memory to where if you just go with the flow you will get the knot.

[@justinkase1360]

@@DaveSmith-cp5kj That makes sense, I will have to try it.

[@jx14aby]

I practice periodically in my back yard. I tie a Siberian hitch to one tree, and then a Trucker's hitch to another. Otherwise, I forget and have to go watch another video.

[@ryandukas6878]

Here's an extra tip: if you need even more security, instead of a slipknot consider using the alpine butterfly. That way there the loop doesn't cinch up.

[@jakebraaaps2149]

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[@ThePackMaster718]

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[@catfishman1768]

I actually looked at your name to see if I had put this comment in long ago. It’s exactly what I do and what I was thinking of commenting.

[@jakelilevjen9766]

I am also a fan of using the alpine butterfly in this application. Also like the bowline, as the loop faces in the direction of pull, and I just find something elegant in making use of that tail the bowline always has.

[@jerrysponagle3881]

Subscribed...I am 57 years old. I once was a Cub, then a Boy Scout...used to know a few knots. This is always a good thing to know.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks so much!!

[@darrenwerner1829]

Someone who finally explained this hitch process correctly. Nice job. Been trucking for years and I've explained this to alot of people most people don't get it until shown.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks a bunch Darren!!

[@EarlJohn61]

And truckers now tend to use chains...

[@clion520]

I found out about the auto locking portion of this knot a couple years ago and it's been a game changer for me. Great job explaining it

[@c.f.beeble]

I like this whole presentation. It's clearly explained, with quiet voice narration, plus non-intrusive background music! That's very rare in this type of video! I'm also glad you pointed out that the 2-1 leverage advantage takes rope friction into account. It might even be a bit higher, depending on the slipperiness of the cordage used. You probably already know that if you created this same system, using pulleys, the advantage would be closer to 3-1, but 2-1 is about right for paracord, I think. Of course, the extra turn of the auto-locking feature itself sort of lowers the leverage advantage a little bit, but the resultant ease of tying off the system more than makes this a valuable technique, IMHO. Best video I've seen of the Tucker's Hitch.

[@geromiuiboxz765]

All fine, but you better spell it right, because I don't like Tucker ‼️😀🇨🇱

[@andrewb9595]

This is the best explanation of this not that I've seen. Great job on this video. I've seen a few others try to explain the auto-locking trucker's hitch, but they fail to zoom in on the knot and usually don't slow it down enough to really see what is happening.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Oh wow thx Andrew!

[@ajw1976Horn]

Best explanation that I’ve found. Thx. I’ve added this to my “how to” playlist.

[@driver3899]

same, excellent presentation

[@By_Rant_Or_Ruin]

My dad was a trucker. He showed me this knot and then in my 40's I forgot how to cinch it down to keep it from sliding and loosening. So thanks. And I really love that double pass through to create a friction lock. Great stuff.

[@rasmussenmortuary8771]

That is the best demonstration I have ever seen of the truckers knot! The ignition visual it great

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thx so much I’m glad it helped

[@calyodelphi124]

I commented earlier on your rolling hitch that it was the upgrade I needed for tying my stuff down in moving vans, but THIS RIGHT HERE is exactly what I've been needing! Hell, I've seen my dad use this exact hitch on multiple occasions! But every time I've asked him to show me how to do it, I would just get a one-off demo that I could never remember how to do. Now I have a video that I can re-watch and practice this until I have it in my muscle memory. 😄

[@lonniecrook1684]

I just learned the truckers hitch a couple of months ago. The addition of the auto locking extra loop is makes it so much better. Thank you!

[@miked6232]

As an Assistant Scoutmaster in Boy Scouts I just have to thank you for your content. I am constantly using your vids to help get the boys to learn new knots and to think up ways to use them out of the norm. Keep it up bro

[@TheBearEssentials]

Wow thank you so so much for saying this. I’m really glad I could help and provide some value!!! Thank you Mike!

[@WahrheitMachtFrei.]

If you've got a really long line (and enough room) you can even repeat the hitch on the same line and create insane pulley tension with little effort.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Ohh that would be sweet! great idea!

[@shadshadox110]

Avec la bonne corde une tonne c est possible, il faut de la corde statique de préférence, la corde dynamique agit trop comme un ressort dans ce cas.

[@apoolem]

You can also just go to the anker once more and go through the same sliploop again. This adds friction, but nevertheless creates the same double pulley and makes work much easier. You could repeat that for a triple oder quadruple pulley but this only really works, when you put a carabineer (preferably a wide one, so that the rope doesn't stack on itself) in that loop. Otherwise the friction gets to high. You see the same principle on the hook of cranes. The cable goes around the hook mount several times.

[@Rescue1325]

@@undefinednull5749 The earliest evidence of pulleys dates back to Ancient Egypt in the Twelfth Dynasty (1991-1802 BCE) and Mesopotamia in the early 2nd millennium BCE. In Roman Egypt, Hero of Alexandria (c. 10-70 CE) identified the pulley as one of six simple machines used to lift weights.  en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki Pulley - Wikipedia

[@tawmathews8071]

@@undefinednull5749 That and slaves

[@whatsupwithsteve]

My father-in-law taught me this knot when I worked in his appliance store. It's been the most useful thing I can think of over the past 50 years!!

[@cliftonbullard9368]

I love the description of the "ignition on loop" -- what a great way to convey that, and you can bet I'm stealing it any time I need to teach this to others!

[@edcones2948]

I've used this method of securing loads for decades, but the autolock is new to me. Many thanks.

[@hokudadog7637]

This was fantastic! Thank you for the close up shots. Other KZbinrs will speed thru, flexing how quick they can make the knot and not really take the time to show the complex steps at a slow pace.

[@samgrahl9841]

I've been teaching and watching others teach this knot at work for years. This is the best explanation I've ever seen someone give! Bravo Zulu

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks so much Sam!

[@stanleyslaughter5908]

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[@wesg3084]

Wow, auto-locking! I get so exasperated with pulling on the free end and tying a half-hitch (or double), just to find that it let in some slack when I tied the half-hitch for a stop knot. The auto variation is a game changer. Thank you!

[@USMC-1]

Ive watched about 10 videos on this knot - this is the best one so far. Thanks for sharing.

[@bertjesklotepino]

Thank you very much for these videos. You explain it so that a child can understand it. And that is really the best way to explain it. It helped my brain comprehend the idea of the knot, and now i do not have to remember the twists and turns. Now it makes sense in the brain and i can replicate it from having the picture in my mind. Like photographic memory basically, a bit. Other videos did explain it nice, but many use too much words for a simple thing. You: Ignition twist. Brilliant.

[@David-eg4lv]

I made this without instructions 18 years ago, such a simple knot. I love this method.

[@dharmapunk777]

Great video. Not too fast and not too slow. Simple, clear precise. I like the review part at the end too.

[@Wonderbread307]

I've watched a bunch of videos on how to make this knot and just kept getting confused. Your video is probably the easiest to follow and has the best visual aids. Thank you a bunch!

[@kidfantastic93]

Used to work in a warehouse loading furniture and home furnishings in people’s cars and like 95% of my job was just tying this knot over and over while tying people’s stuff down! Great knot that was super useful!

[@PRICEX]

Wow I bet you can tie it blindfolded and while you’re upside down after doing it that often!

[@TheKelvala]

Thank for the the EASIEST video on this knot along with the auto-lock feature. Subscribed, finally, a simple and easy to follow video.

[@Winner8501]

Just want to stop by and say thanks for all these knots tutorials. They've been very helpful to me and I only managed to learn the Trucker's Hitch thanks to this video (I've watched many others but either I am too clumsy or dumb, but I couldn't replicate it properly).

[@The_Wood]

In all of my 56 years and try as I might, I have never been able to tie any not more complicated than for my shoes. This video gives me hope. 🙏🏻

[@billyg1640]

I've been using this Slipknot for 40 years to tie-down my Roofing ladders and Scaffolding to my ladder racks... quick tie-down quick release👍💯🇺🇲✌️

[@TheBearEssentials]

Nice!!

[@mrquimshaw]

Clearest instructions on KZbin, thanks man.

[@scottperine8027]

Best practical knot around,thank you for the instructions!!!

[@jameseby-ny3eu]

I now understand the truckers hitch...thanks to you....Bravo !

[@hankb1604]

I like your improvements to the Trucker's hitch. Will use it car topping my kayaks and canoe.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Awesome, the auto locking part makes pretty solid - it’s my go to now

[@gilambro6756]

Finally a video that helped me in mastering this knot thank you Sir👍

[@WillN2Go1]

Terrific video. Very clear, easy to follow. "Ignition on" is a terrific mnemonic. (But I haven't had a car in 6 years that has an ignition switch.) And the self locking trick, though not always necessary, could be really useful in situations like high winds, a bulging load. (I'm a bit of a crank about these sorts of videos and I've been using the trucker's hitch for decades. But what I've noticed is that very often I might regularly use a knot, but I have to 'figure it out' all over again just about every time. Your video makes this automatic and good every time -- which is really really valuable. Thanks.)

[@TheBearEssentials]

Wow thank you so so much for saying this - gosh I’m just the same having to relearn things all the time

[@graceland75]

Your Turn Key example is the best explanation I’ve on how to remember, thank you 👍

[@TheBearEssentials]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for saying that!

[@LuizAlbertoSoares]

Congratulations. The simplest and fastest version of this type of loop. Thank you.

[@flamindigo]

That actually looks like the best demo I've seen. The proof will be when I practice and see if I can get it right.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks a bunch!! Goodluck!

[@hunterh1175]

As a sailor I already knew a lot of the knots you show, but you always have at least one cool useful thing that I either didn't know or you explain better than I would, love the vids

[@MozMan514]

This knot is also great for tying around a load to secure; for example, a load of boxes on a palate. Thanks for making it easy to remember!

[@johnmajewski1065]

I HAVE BEEN USING THE TRUCKER KNOT THE WRONG WAY AND FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO UNDO. YOUR TURN KEY SOLUTION IS VERY HELPFUL, THANKS A MILLION!!

[@melaniemarks6359]

Thank you very much. Clearly explained and demonstrated with no fluff, very nice. 👍

[@careenaalexis]

I use the truckers hitch for EVERYTHING. This variation is the BOMB!! Especially when it's cold out, that's when I have the hardest time pinching the tension in place.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Same here! It’s the little things! Thx Careena!

[@jonathanbartlett1098]

I love the trucker's hitch, it is extremely useful. I have used it to lift heavy objects and pull heavy objects when I needed to and just had my paracord on hand, as well as tying down loads on vehicles. I really like this auto-locking feature, I'm going to practice it next chance I get

[@GHOOGLEMALE]

Simplest description of that knot I've seen - Well done guys

[@Ghost2Most]

Thank you for the proper angle. Every other video I watched when it gets to the part after the pinch their hand is always in the way. Now I can finally see and try it out. Thanks again!

[@jakewade7388]

Best tutorial on the truckers hitch I have found. Thank you

[@wolfenstein6676]

I never realised that knot was so strong. Thanks for the video as always.

[@TheBearEssentials]

My pleasure! Yes it’s a great one that you can even use to hoist heavy objects like a food barrel if done properly

[@richrich685]

Best truckers hitch explanation I’ve ever seen. Thanks

[@Not_Built_For_This_World]

The extra loop is brilliant! Call it the "the surgical trucker".😂 Since it is basically a truckers hitch with binding type "double surgeons" knot. I've always done the quick release, but this is my new method. Thanks man!!! I really like this! I also use an extra loop to a regular overhand in the rare event I'm tying a bow by myself and don't have anyone to hold the center.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

You explained and demonstrated this so well I think I can remember it without doing it often. Thanks!

[@markpinther9296]

perfect. I thought it was going to get really complicated and hard to remember. Truckers hitch is my fav and holding it in tension before securing it will make it better! thank you!

[@MagicGate814]

Thank you for the video. I've watched many videos on this topic and yours is most concise and easy to follow. Not sure why the other videos make it look so complicated

[@sanjaysable2006]

Wow, so so many videos, this I got quickest.😊

[@peteleoni9665]

The information on your meal was especially helpful regarding capacitors.

[@timadams3975]

I've used this knot for years without the double hitch method. Good vid!

[@killiansirishbeer]

Thank you for these wonderful videos ☺️ I find them really easy to understand and I really like how you also mention their practical uses in real life. 👏 Knowing how to tie different knots is fun, but to actually being able to use them is is so satisfying 😁

[@TheBearEssentials]

Hey cheers one of your Irish beers to that my friend! Thanks for the kind words and feedback!! 👊

[@Joe554]

Finally. A tutorial for this knot that I can actually understand.

[@tawmathews8071]

Thank you sir, for this very easy to learn tutorial. This video made sense for me what all the rope pictures could not.

[@ColinRichardson]

I just came from the 'short' I was about to say how you do it twice, you make it auto-locking.. But I see now it's already in this video, just not the short.. Very good.. :D

[@samclark6573]

My grandpa used to use this knot in vietnam as a tourniquet. This knot is so useful it has actually saved lives. He taught me how to tie this knot before he got dimentia and passed. I still find myself using this knot to this day.

[@Auhdil]

Thanks for your efforts making this video

[@Matteberflus90]

I have watched a lot of knot tying tutorials due to basic rope rescue training in fire academy. And I mean a lot because I am a dumbass when it comes to a new knot. This is probably the easiest, and well produced knot tutorial I have seen so far. You just earned a sub! Thanks !

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!

[@dominictarrsailing]

wow, love explaining the slip knot start as "ignition on" also the autolocking is great! a tip I have is you can make a slip much more secure by putting a second slip loop through the loop of the slip (or third) it's still a slip knot, but much less likely to come loose on it's own

[@allemander]

its own

[@scottnelson1713]

I love the trucker’s hitch. I’ve seen many variants, but I like the one you’ve shown.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thx Scott, ya many variations, this one is a solid one though. Easy and works well.

[@keth8947]

we used this knot ALL THE TIME on air drops. I never seen the auto locking though, but is a pretty cool idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@elmoreglidingclub3030]

My favorite, go-to knot!! Thanks. Excellent explanation.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thx for watching!

[@MrStarmix999]

Love this hitch. I always use it when hammocking . I've made a ridgeline setup using this and added prussiks which remain on the line with mini carabiners to click onto my tarp. It's up in less than a minute which is essential when setting up in the rain.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Amazing!! That’s a setup I like as well

[@johnwinchell1029]

Best explanation I have seen and listened to yet. Thanks

[@TheBearEssentials]

Glad it was helpful!

[@effthegop]

I love it. The explanation and video angle made it simple to remember. Im always fighting with ratchet straps when rope would sometime be easier.

[@blessedwithchallenges9917]

I've been doing this for years. Didn't know about the auto lock though. That's s great addition. Thanks.

[@nealrehm6895]

Yes I did! Glad you explained it very well. Looking forward to another knot, like joining two ropes together.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Sure thing, will make a vid of a few of thise

[@TheFLOMAN76]

I have bad eyes, and trying to watch people manipulate the cordage always gets me confused... lol I think I have it now. Your description and visual aid works for me. You earned a subscription. 😊 Thank you much!

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks Floyd!

[@GQNissanPatrol_TD42]

This is such a great knot video!!!!! Thank you for a brilliant tutorial!!!

[@TheBearEssentials]

TbNsk for watching George!!! And for the kind words!

[@GQNissanPatrol_TD42]

@@TheBearEssentials You are very welcome! Thank you!

[@andrewrodriguez9345]

Pretty much he only knot I know it's the truckers hitch and use it all the time. Very very handy but you just upgraded my game 3 times. Very cool can't wait to use it

[@GrantAndKelli]

I’ve watched a lot of these videos and yours was definitely the most helpful!

[@TheBearEssentials]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JoeMac1983]

Excellent angles, to the point, great applicable knowledge. Awesome! Subbed

[@TheBearEssentials]

Thanks Joe!

[@pob2457]

Great example, easy to follow, easy to see - to the point, thanks

[@WillN2Go1]

Excellent video. The 'turn key' move is instant learning. (It's also the first move for the fast bowline tying.) I've known about and have 'used' the truckers hitch for many decades. I put 'used' in quotes because it's been almost random if I used it correctly or not. The process of learning to tie knots is: Level 1: It didn't work, it 2: worked but I can't undo it (I know experienced sailors still doing this after decades. Why I carry a marlin spike), then 3: it mostly works and I can undo it, but I do spend too much time pausing and redoing, (If you have to do this when you're tying a bowline -- you really don't know how to tie a bowline. I can do it blindfolded and one handed - but that's more of a trick than useful) finally 4: the gold standard; I can do that knot automatically in any situation, or orientation; it's secure and I can easily undo it. What I've learned as a sailor is: the knots I deliberately practiced at home are fully automatic, the knots I've done hundreds of times on the boat or dock? These are still at #3 above. (cleat hitch and fender hitch )These #3 stage knots are the ones that require a cleat, or a bar, lifeline cable to attach to. That's why I haven't practiced them enough. (I've got a large cleat arriving tomorrow I'll attach to a board, I'll also rig up a cable or horizontal pole to practice fender hitches. I can secure a fender but over three months of sailing I probably have 12 different 'methods...' sometimes used on adjacent fenders -- so no consistent method. For the record I could always tie things but I was never very good at knots. Now I'm good. It's just practice. Do it 20x today, 20x tomorrow, taper off. When you get to 1x and it's good. Wait a week. Test yourself. Good knot skills stand out and are very useful.

[@robertroy1878]

Very well done video. The hitch is like using a pulley. The self holding tip is really cool.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Sweet! I’m glad you enjoyed it, thx

[@futuresonex]

Nice, that's the first time I've seen the auto-locking variant. I'm going to have to try that.

[@ksaravan910]

Love your content. Really informative stuff that I can actually see myself using in the great outdoors some day. Keep up the great work!

[@tylerbridgeman757]

Thank you. Productive and efficient knowledge. Great demonstrational video.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@allanfahrenhorst-jones6118]

Excellently explained.

[@sgabriel]

So classy, so informative. I love you.

[@stevegriggs1337]

Ive used this so much in every day work. But also in life supporting systems, and when I do I use a ring or carabiner as the initial multiplier point. So instead of the slip knot hitch, simply girth hitch the hardware into the point you want it. Still easily removable but also quickly installed, with the added benefit of no rope on rope abrasion and friction. This is more of a concern for high loads or human supporting systems but also a good trick to know that will reduce wear on your rope!

[@st3althyone]

This is such an underrated knot, thanks.

[@BiggMo]

You are an amazing instructor…. Maybe I wouldn’t had struggled in school if you had been a teacher

[@TheBearEssentials]

Man, thank you so much for saying this BigMo, really makes me feel good about creating these videos.

[@Hidden_Destinations]

Brilliant! The best TH video out there.

[@jf3518]

I like to use the auto logging toggle on the trucker's hitch together with a prusnik instead of a slipknot. Makes the setup even better.

[@soldier-Dave]

Thank you! I use this all the time now! Dave 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@alishatruman]

This is the coolest knot ever!

[@-ShootTheGlass-]

Imagine being the first to come up with this way of securing your load (probably to a donkey’s back). Particularly the quick release and friction knots. Just game changers. 😎

[@bollewillem1]

If you give the ignition loop two twists instead of one it will be easier to take out the knot out of the rope again. I did not know about the auto lock. I am going to use that next time when I go camping.

[@TheBearEssentials]

Great too thank you!!

[@allpurposefood]

I have been struggling with which loop goes over or under but ignition on and off explanation was spot on! Now I will never make a mistake with this trick 'Ignition ON' 'Ignition OFF' Best trick ever Thank you for sharing