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Distel hitch

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Category
  
Hitch

Typical use
  
Ascending, Descending

Distel hitch

Related
  
Taut-line hitch, Blake's hitch

Distel hitch is a friction hitch knot used to attach a carabiner to a rope, allowing a climber to descend or ascend. The knot is similar to the prusik knot, however it grips the rope more consistently, making for increased climber control.

References

Distel hitch Wikipedia