Taut-Line vs Trucker's Hitch | What is the BEST KNOT? | Hitch Knots

The Taut-Line vs Trucker's Hitch, what is the best knot? Find out in this battle of the ridge-lines. Do you know which is better the Taut-Line Hitch or the Trucker's Hitch? Learn how to tie the taut line hitch and the trucker's hitch while comparing the two. In this video I demonstrate how to tie the taut-line and trucker's hitch and discuss their strengths and weaknesses. Since both of these are great camping knots the comparison is focused on which is better for a ridgeline but you also will learn the pros and cons of each knot. I also HIGHLY recommend you check out my video TAUT-LINE HITCH vs MIDSHIPMAN's HITCH. Found here:    • Taut-Line vs Midshipman's Hitch | What is ...   Trucker's Hitch vs the Taut-Line Hitch Intro 00:00 How to Tie the Trucker's Hitch 00:45 How to Tie the Taut-Line Hitch 01:40 Comparison of the Knots 02:27 Thanks for watching 🙂 My Links ► ROPE, PARACORD & KNOT TYING RESOURCES (affiliate links) Paracord: https://amzn.to/3lZEART (Perfect for any project) Paracord Bracelet Buckles: https://amzn.to/3m0CiC5 (Perfect for Bracelets) Paracord/Rope Lighter: https://amzn.to/2GV664q (great micro jet for better control) 3/8” Braided Rope: https://amzn.to/374UlmH (Lightweight Strong Versatile Rope for Camping, Survival, Knot Tying) Knife & Marlin Spike: https://amzn.to/3lyXvCU (Pro Offshore Rigging Fixed Blade & Marlinspike) Ashley Book of Knots: https://amzn.to/34Q8oK6 Little Book of Knots: https://amzn.to/2SPA5g9 ► CANOE BUILDING SUPPLIES & RESOURCES (affiliate links) Epoxy Kit: https://amzn.to/2I9eihs (Option One) Epoxy Kit: https://amzn.to/3iRxpcC (Option Two) Canoecraft: https://amzn.to/33MtIRe (One of top 3 canoe building books) Building a Strip Canoe: https://amzn.to/3lBXM8n (One of top 3 canoe building books) Building Strip Planked Boats: https://amzn.to/34InXmR (One of top 3 canoe building books) Classic Small Craft You Can Build: https://amzn.to/3nCPFdy (Amazingly inspirational book) ► CAMPING & BUSHCRAFT SUPPLIES & RESOURCES (affiliate links) Awesome Canoe Paddle: https://amzn.to/3lELbBe (Best I've used) My Hat: https://amzn.to/34NToMC (Durable, wearing it for over 20 years!) Fishing Rod: https://amzn.to/34VKVH4 (Ultra-light 4pc, great for hiking/canoe trips) Fishing Reel: https://amzn.to/37479JM Ferro Rod: https://amzn.to/34EMQQm (The one most people use) Stainless Steel Camp Cooking Billy Pot: https://amzn.to/3iP7geo 4 Piece Stainless Pot Set https://amzn.to/3nT1CvI Folding Bow Saw https://amzn.to/37aob9m Hammock: https://amzn.to/3lvWf3w Bushcraft/Carpenters Axe: https://amzn.to/34IpZmZ SilNylon Bushcraft Tarp: https://amzn.to/34J9maH ► EDITING RESOURCES (affiliate links) Royalty Free Music https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... (great for Youtubers) Motion VFX Plugins https://motionvfx.sjv.io/0rWRP (great for title animations & transitions) ► MY CAMERA EQUIPMENT (affiliate links) My main camera: https://amzn.to/34M7VZ1 My favorite lens: https://amzn.to/2GR7Wmk My wide angle lens: https://amzn.to/36QicGi My super zoom lens: https://amzn.to/3nCdYIt Memory card for main camera: https://amzn.to/3nEYuDF My action camera: https://amzn.to/30TP3Gr My drone kit: https://amzn.to/3iO14n4 Tripod for main camera: https://amzn.to/3dgnyfb ► STUDIO & AUDIO EQUIPMENT (affiliate links) Portable Lighting: https://amzn.to/3iOUywq Studio vlogging Ring Light: https://amzn.to/3lz4Ty8 Microphone kit for recording nature sounds/voiceover/etc: https://amzn.to/2GVhHji Microphone for vlogging: https://amzn.to/3jRdax1 Motion Timelapse Device: https://amzn.to/30W0RrY ► MY SOCIAL MEDIA AND LINKS! Instagram:   / trailguidepictures   Facebook:   / trailguidepictures   Patreon:   / trailguidepictures   (help me create as a full-time gig) Website: https://www.trailguidepictures.com (blog, march, etc) Main Youtube Channel:    / cedarstripboats   (Please subscribe!) Disclaimer: Any activity that involves ropes is potentially hazardous. Considerable attention and effort has been made to ensure that this video demonstration is accurate. No responsibility is accepted for incidents arising from the use of this material and we highly recommend that you learn rope techniques in person with someone qualified or experienced who can check your work. The links presented in this video description are affiliate links meaning I earn a small portion from the sale of any product. Thumbnail