The rolling hitch is a versatile knot that has many uses. One of the most
practical is for exerting force along another line. For instance if a
jib sheet jams in a winch, you can attach a rolling hitch to take the
pressure off the line as you undo the jam.
Step by Step Instructions
Here is the line you wish to exert pressure along
Begin with a round turn in the direction of the strain
Then take another round turn in the same direction
Pass the line in front and away from the direction of strain
Make a turn passing the end between the standing part and the other line
