Clove hitch
A quick adjustable attachment to a carabiner or a pole
Barcaiolo in Italian
When to use it
Anchors a climber at a belay Shortens or lengthens without untying
What to check
Both ends leave from under the same diagonal strand Load it near the spine of the carabiner Pull both ends to set it before loading
Safety
A diagram does not replace practice Learn this knot with a qualified instructor before relying on it