Rock Climbing: How to Tie an Autoblock Knot

The Autoblock Knot is a quick, easy-to-tie friction hitch that can grip in either direction. It’s most commonly used to back up rappels. Learn how to tie an Autoblock in this video.

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[victorcastle]

Thanks for the informative video . That could be very handy to use, when needed, plus for other applications .

[asdfkhieee]

what type of rope should I use for my autoblock. Is paracord ok, or should I use amsteel, or something else?

[gustaverayl]

an "auto bloc" isn't a specific knot, because it isn't a knot at all. It is a hitch used in the configuration of an "auto bloc" function. Many hitches are used as such.

[samt]

Also known as the "French prusik knot" -- not to be confused with the just plain "prusik knot"