How To Tie Taut Line Hitch

[brianc]

After looking at a few taut line hitch i will say that this is the best ive seen. Thankyou for sharing.

[SomeDude.]

This is the Magnus Hitch. It resembles a Prusik and slides easier than a Taut Line Hitch. To tie a Taut Line Hitch, don't reverse the wrapping direction on the last loop.

[ericchavez]

Would you recommend this to hold down a canopy?

[Wyman]

Should all be flowing in the same direction to minimize loosening