Uploaded April 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
The Trucker's Hitch..But BETTER! This is the auto-locking trucker's hitch. Useful to strap down loads or in lieu of cargo straps, secure a canoe to the roof of your vehicle, or tighten tarps.
The Trucker's Hitch..But BETTER! This is the auto-locking trucker's hitch. Useful to strap down loads or in lieu of cargo straps, secure a canoe to the roof of your vehicle, or tighten tarps.



![A skill that EVERYONE should know!
Connect Two ropes of EQUAL length together with with the Zeppelin Bend.
Its just plan useful!
Want an in depth video on the TOP 10 KNOTS? Check out mine here!
https://youtu.be/5lLPAHK_k6I
*Trustworthy / Higher Quality Ropes + Cordage:*
*Nylon 550 Type 3 Paracord:*
➡SGT Knots ( _Solid and Inexpensive_ ) : https://amzn.to/3OXHKFN
➡Paracord Planet ( _A bit more Expensive but VERY good_ ): https://amzn.to/3XN5nVz
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Larger Diameter Rope like the Green and Orange I use:
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Tarred Bank Line to save your Paracord
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The BEST Knot Book is called the *Ashley Book of Knots* and can be found here:
➡https://amzn.to/3XBwvXr A skill that EVERYONE should know!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g1zVpzgYhQk/mqdefault.jpg)
![How to Build a Floating Shelter - [Bushcraft Project]
The Bear Essentials Step by Step Guide To Building a Floating Shelter for Camping, Bushcraft, Survival, or just for fun!
It has a raised bed, woven with Paracord - and strong frame to keep you floating off the ground.
The Knot tying Kit I made is available HERE if youd like to support the channel and get one of your own!
https://bearessentialsoutdoors.ca/products/bear-essentials-knot-tying-card-best-camping-knots-edition
Or on AMAZON USA:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4J4BKB?maas=maas_adg_97509F8C72EF4B0621284CA42F0CD705_afap_abs&ref aa_maas&tag=maas
Your friend,
DJ
#shelterbuild #survival #bushcraft
══════*Knot Tying Tutorials*═══════
10 ESSENTIAL KNOTS FOR LIFE
https://youtu.be/5lLPAHK_k6I
The ALPINE BUTTERFLY Knot (Queen of knots):
https://youtu.be/Qc89VZ9JkN0
THE BOWLINE: (KING OF KNOTS):
https://youtu.be/RhS9hFLQnu8
THE BELLRINGER / REMOTE RELEASE KNOT:
https://youtu.be/syNOekZkO6M
The CONSTRICTOR HITCH
https://youtu.be/4LgbkXIF0oU
The CANADIAN JAM KNOT + QUICK RELEASE:
https://youtu.be/S7ZdnCHcb48
The CLOVE HITCH:
https://youtu.be/kA48yzKYp3Q
THE DOUBLE FISHERMANS BEND
https://youtu.be/ZR-sElJmrio
The Prusik Hitch:
https://youtu.be/vMz8Qg1uBu4
The ROLLING HITCH:
https://youtu.be/Tds5Wp71xp0
The SHEET Bend:
https://youtu.be/Qfwc50zKmW0
ThHE TAUT LINE HITCH:
https://youtu.be/3YlrFZHmo9w
TRUCKERS HITCH - AUTO LOCKING
https://youtu.be/RK5gE-3wuGI
═══════════BEST KNOT TYING BOOK!════════
The Ashley Book of Knots
➡https://amzn.to/3XBwvXr
═══════════ROPES / CORDAGE═══════════
Bear Essentials Knot Tying Kit on AMAZON
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4J4BKB?maas=maas_adg_97509F8C72EF4B0621284CA42F0CD705_afap_abs&ref aa_maas&tag=maas
*Nylon 550 Type 3 Paracord:*
➡Paracord Planet :
https://amzn.to/3XN5nVz
2mm UHWMPE Rope I use 1000LBS
https://amzn.to/4cCTwRd: How to Build a Floating Shelter - [Bushcraft Project]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gL_JMPvwOQM/mqdefault.jpg)





