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Formula Hitch
The Formula Hitch is a Friction Hitch devised by JRB and introduced in March 2026. The Formula Hitch is second only to the Longhorn Agile Hitch in overall performance. It is highly tunable, and more sleek and compact than the LA, making it perfect for use on an adjustable bridge. However, it requires more effort to advance up the rope than the LA. JRB’s favorite variants are still emerging. For starters, try a 252 Inside Formula hitch on 9-9.5 mm ropes for SRT/DSRT. In order to make it easier to break, try a 253.
Compact Formula Hitch
This video shows the compact variant, with various options to allow self-tending:
The Alpine Butterfly Bend is a necessary building block for the compact variant:
Bender Tender
Although the Bender Tender is not specific to the Formula Hitch, this video demonstrates how we can make a self tending version using the “Alpine Butterfly Bender Tender” under the Formula Hitch.
Length Specs
This table is under construction:
| Rope & Cord Diameters | % | Formula | Cord for Compact | Standing End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 mm 5 mm | 62% | 263 | ||
| 8 mm 6 mm | 75% | 263 | ||
| 9 mm 6 mm | 67% | 253 | ||
| 9.5 mm 6 mm | 63% | 253 | ||
| 9.5 mm 6.8 mm | 72% | 253 | ||
| 9.5 mm 7 mm | 74% | 253 | ||
| 10.5 mm 6.8 mm | 65% | 253 | ||
| 10.5 mm 7 mm | 67% | 253 | ||
| 11.1 mm 7 mm | 63% | 152 | ||
| 11.1 mm 8 mm | 72% | 152 |