4 Self-Tending Blake’s Hitches To Climb Faster

In this video, I demonstrate 4 different ways to make a Blake’s Hitch self-tending, so you can climb faster and more efficiently. The Blake’s Hitch is a classic climbing knot, but with the right tweaks it becomes a smooth, self-tending system that saves energy on the way up. We’ll cover variations for tree climbing, gear you can add, and how each setup compares in speed, safety, and ease of use. Perfect for beginner climbers looking to improve, or arborists who want to streamline their rope systems. Subscribe for more tree climbing tutorials, knot tips, and gear breakdowns. #TreeClimbing #BlakesHitch #ClimbingKnots #ArboristGear #TreeWork #SRT #DdRT #RopeClimbing