The rolling hitch [1] is a slight variation that works great as a drop-in replacement. For attaching a rope to a pole, I go as far down this list as is feasible and/or necessary:
- two half hitches [2] (this is actually just a clove-hitch around the standing end)
- round turn and two half hitches [3] (like the above, but a little more secure and it takes the load while you tie it)
- anchor hitch [4] (even more secure, but harder to tie under load)
[1]: https://www.animatedknots.com/rolling-hitch-knot
[2]: https://www.animatedknots.com/two-half-hitches-knot
[3]: https://www.animatedknots.com/round-turn-two-half-hitches-kn...
