A Prusik (/ ˈprʌsɪk / PRUSS-ik) is a friction hitch or knot used to attach a loop of cord around a rope, applied in climbing, canyoneering, mountaineering, caving, rope rescue, ziplining, and by arborists.

Prusik Knot. Slide and grip knot used for climbing a static rope. Principal use is allowing a rope to be climbed - ascending or "Prusiking".

The Prusik Knot (technically it’s a hitch) is the most common friction hitch. It’s great for ascending, and it’s a staple for crevasse rescue systems because it will grip the rope from either...

Aug 23, 2023 · A Prusik Knot is a friction hitch that stays in place when loaded with weight and moves freely without it. It’s most commonly used in rock climbing and mountaineering for ascending a rope …

Jan 8, 2026 · The Prusik knot is a friction hitch tied with a small diameter cord called the Prusik cord, which wraps around the main rope to add friction. It’s used in climbing, caving, mountaineering, and …

A Prusik is a knot primarily used to attach a loop of cord to a rope in a way that it can be easily adjusted. Hence it can also be termed as a type of friction hitch.

Use the Prusik Hitch to secure a loop to a tight line. It slides when not weighted along a tight rope but jams solidly upon loading. Mountaineers use this knot to form footholds to help them climb a vertical …

Dec 3, 2024 · A Prusik knot is a type of friction hitch tied with a loop of accessory cord that grips a host rope under load but slides freely when not weighted. Its simplicity and effectiveness have made it an …

CMC demonstrates how to tie a Prusik Hitch. In this video, each step is clearly shown in sequence to allow rope technicians to quickly add this technique to their skill set.

Using a prusik knot or friction hitch to hold your ascent and descent on a rope is a common practice in tree climbing. Prussik use dates back from sailing and boating use up to modern mountaineering.