Which hitch allows a fender to slide along a line for adjustment?

• A. CLOVE HITCH
• B. Bowline
• C. Figure-Eight
• D. Slip Clove Hitch

Answer: (D)

Being able to position a fender along a line requires a hitch that stays secure under load but can be moved without untying. The slip clove hitch is designed for that exactly: it behaves like a clove hitch for holding the line in place, but includes a slipping feature that lets you slide the knot along the rope to adjust the fender’s position. Once you’ve slid it to the desired height, tension on the line helps the hitch grip and stay put. A bowline creates a fixed loop and won’t slide; a figure-eight is a stopper knot that doesn’t move along the line; a standard clove hitch grips the line but isn’t easily adjustable along the standing part. So the slip clove hitch is the best fit for adjustable fender positioning.