How to tie a munter hitch knot
The munter hitch knot - also know as an Italian hitch, munter friction hitch, and sliding ring hitch is a very useful tool on a tower site. The hitch provides friction in one direction and easy flow in the other direction.
![Munter Hitch Knot Step 1 by Comtrain](/images/comtrain/knots/munter-hitch-knot/Step1.jpg)
Step 1
Take a vertical piece of rope.
![Munter Hitch Knot Step 2 by Comtrain](/images/comtrain/knots/munter-hitch-knot/Step2.jpg)
Step 2
Make a loop with the rope.
![Munter Hitch Knot Step 3 by Comtrain](/images/comtrain/knots/munter-hitch-knot/Step3.jpg)
Step 3
Bring one running end under and around the other.
![Munter Hitch Knot Step 4 by Comtrain](/images/comtrain/knots/munter-hitch-knot/Step4.jpg)
Step 4
Snap a carabineer around the two-legged running end side.
![Munter Hitch Knot Step 5 by Comtrain](/images/comtrain/knots/munter-hitch-knot/Step5.jpg)
Step 5
Tighten the hitch.