Every once in a while I have someone needing me to tie a mecate - I am sure there are a few ways to do this, but this is the knot that I use. I have the crown piece tied off on a post here just so it is easier visually to follow along, however in doing this, I think it actually probably makes it easier to keep everything organized! I tied it so that as I am adding the mecate I am facing the horse . Separate left and right and start by pointing the tail end (often there is a tassle on this end) towards the horses chest. Then, wrap the rope to the right 2 laps so you have 2 layers at the back. At that point you push through the rein from front to back and under the last pass in the back. Continue with the lead rope to the right another lap and a half, and then bring the lead from the back to the front, under the last pass. In the end, you should have the lead rope coming out the front and the reins coming out the back, side by side. This is my first attempt at writing instructions for knot tying so no guarantees it makes any sense at all. If you can’t get it, just drive around with your hackamore in your car till you bump into me and I will gladly tie it for you. :)
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