Rolling Hitch - Learn how to tie the Rolling Hitch, The rolling hitch is a hitch when tied around another line will slide in one direction but when pulled in the other it will bind and not slip. A popular use for a Rolling Hitch: Occasionally when sailing, you will get what is called an override on a sheet winch. The jib is holding the sheet so tightly on the winch that it is impossible to ease the sheet without a mechanical advantage. Using the rolling hitch one can attach a second line to the jib sheet forward of the winch, lead the new line to a second winch, take up on the winch, thus easing the pressure, making it possible to clear the override.The magic of the rolling hitch its ability to be moved along the larger rope to a position of advantage If you have suggestions or tips you would like to share, please post here. Smooth sailing, Captain Bob https://www.facebook.com/CaptainBobsWhatKnots https://www.facebook.com/Captain-Bobs-Splicing-551106834947390/timeline/