Hitches
Highwayman's Hitch
Draw hitch
DIFFICULTY ●●●○○
A quick-release hitch built from three stacked bights: it holds a moderate pull on the standing end, but one tug on the tail and the whole knot spills off the rail instantly.
See it tied step-by-step ↗Why it earns its place
The party trick that's genuinely useful: temporarily tether a boat, a horse in legend, or anything you'll want free in a hurry, without reaching the rail again.
Where it fails
A trick knot at heart — it can spill from the wrong tug or a shake, so never use it for loads that matter. It's for convenience, not security.
Quick facts
| Type | Quick-release hitch |
| Under load | Light duty only |
| Untying | One pull, instant |
| Best for | Temporary tethers |