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A Prusik hitch is tied using a loop of narrow but strong nylon accessory cord or a sling.

Climbers and guides carry Prusik loops mainly for emergency use, as they are lighter than other options and can help guides manuever along zip lines. Prusiks are fast to place on a rope or cable, and with practice can be placed with one hand.

Prusiks will work around two ropes, even two ropes of different diameters. Prusiks provide a strong attachment that will not damage or break the rope, and so are used in some rope-rescue techniques. Prusiks are good to use in hauling systems where multiple rope-grabs may be needed, and where mechanical rope-grabs are not available.

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