How to Tie a Bull Knot

A bull knot, sometimes known as a bull hitch knot, is a type of knot traditionally used in boating and farming. This variety of knot can tie an object to a post, which is helpful when bringing a boat into a marina or harbor, or when securing an animal. It is a variation on the cow hitch knot, but is stronger and tougher, hence the name bull knot. Learn how to master the bull knot in a few simple steps.

Things You'll Need

• Rope

Show More

Instructions

1. • 1

     Place your rope into a loop with the ends facing away from you.

   • 2

     Pull the loop down over the front of the rope, creating two loops.

   • 3

     Grab the far left side of the left loop and wrap it around the back of the right loop. Place an object in between the two top loops and cinch the knot tight.