Inside History on Instagram: "The trucker’s hitch is a powerful knot used to tighten rope and secure heavy loads. It functions like a built-in pulley system: you form a loop in the rope, thread the working end through it, and pull to create mechanical advantage—allowing you to cinch the rope much tighter than with a simple knot. Once the rope is tensioned, you lock it in place with a quick-release knot to keep it from slipping. Known for its strength, simplicity, and easy release, the trucker’s