Remote Release Lift Hitch - Easy Remote Release Knot - 2 Versions

Dangers of using the Remote Release Lift Hitch:

In testing the Remote Release Lift Hitch I have found that both Versions of this knot do work well, but the following things need to be considered prior to using this hitch:
1. Do not use, if there is somebody underneath the load or there is a possibility that somebody could accidentally walk under the load.
2. Do not use this hitch if your load can easily be damaged.
3. Test whether or not Version 1 or Version 2 of this knot suits your type of rope best. I have found that in some ropes, both Versions of this knot work well. However there are other ropes where Version 2 is more suitable.
4. Dress and tighten smartly, then make sure that there is tension on the line at all times. When the tension is taken off the knot/rope this hitch can then fail.

What is the Remote Release Lift Hitch used for? There are often times where you may be aloft and you need to lower say, a buckets with your tools, or coiled cables to the ground below. By using the Remote Release Hitch you can lower your object, then when it touches the ground, you can shake the rope and the knot releases, lift the rope ready to lower another object to the ground. This certainly saves you a lot of climbing up and down a ladder, or for a second person to untie this knot.

The advantage of Version 1 is that it is easier to shake the hitch free once there is slack in the rope. With Version 2 it is less prone to come loose, but does need an extra couple of shakes to release.

Remote Release Hitch Intro 00:00
Remote Release Hitch Version 1 00:21
Remote Release Hitch Version 2 02:24

Johnny Debt
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[vallathvenugopalan]

This knot is useful for me, especially in terrace gardening.

[querubimsantos]

I just can’t enumerate the many times I needed to find out a knot that could help me perform some task. And this here has been the place where I’ve found the answer.
Astounding!!!

[dankolar]

Thank you for sharing. Still, the best knot release is a stray 15-year-old kid, but only if he has forgotten his phone at home.

[robertoneal]

Saw the speculation on a forum about this knot used for lighting rigging. Released instantly in stiffer, larger rope. Glad to see a step by step, thanks!

[jackiemason]

Johnny this is a great knot for someone who works by their self. Thank you for sharing

[bobgerman]

Lineman call that a grunt knot. We pull the tail to release it. It slows you to hold something off, walk away or come down from the pole and yank the standing part to release it.

Glad your back Jonny!

[KevinDC]

The twists in the second version, in the “working loop”scare me. Without even trying the knot, I can already tell that I don’t want any rotation in /of my load otherwise I’m gonna be buying me working mans lunch for a month! 😊

[Rufeo]

Can you think of a quick release knot for lowering plastic bags, rubble sacks or bin liners? I have had successes with girth hitching the gathered end of the bag, even with the heaviest bag it won't slip out but it requires untying by hand at the bottom...

[yasstone]

Thanks, I did not know there was a second version!

[aleksnightsky]

Thank you for what you do on your channel, it's very cool! There is a lot to learn from you! Alex from Siberia🖐

[robertoneal]

Probably a handy knot to temp hang gear around camp for quick release!

[swaggercat]

Really cool set of knots John.
This could be very useful and easy to remember.

[Studiot]

I think this is the coolest knot! Thanks for sharing your knowledge 😎

[namethem]

For the second version I experimented and found ( using Paracord at least) that doing two twists then putting your knot through makes it more secure. I also put in an Ashley instead of an overhand.

[BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Very interesting. I can see how handy that could be. Thanks, Johnny. 👍🙂

[Tenacious-Tiger]

Listening to your voice, all I can think about is the teacher on the (original) Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory.
I keep waiting for you to ask Charlie Bucket a question. 😆

[OmShaanti]

Good morning :) At the end of the second line! 18/4/22 07:59

[JinoConklin]

Thanks for sharing!
Do you know of a knot that can be made on a bight passed through a hole or bucket handle that can hold tension, but when tugged real hard will untie the knot?
I'm trying to get my grapple anchor to reverse and pull upside down when snagged...

[worab]

Another fantastic video, thanks for sharing!

[MichaelR]

Good instructions, thanks for sharing, God bless !