The Toybag Guide to Dungeon Emergencies and Supplies by Jay Wiseman

Author:Jay Wiseman [Wiseman, Jay]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Self-Help, Personal Growth, General
ISBN: 9781890159542
Google: zpcHAAAACAAJ
Publisher: Greenery Press
Published: 2004-03-15T23:24:20.600950+00:00

JAMMED KNOT

A jammed knot is often more of an annoyance than an actual emergency, and can usually be untied with enough time and intelligent effort.

A few types of materials pose above-average risks of a jammed knot, as can very narrow ropes. Very elastic materials, including nylon stockings and stretchable cords used for securing cargo, can be especially risky.

This problem can often be prevented by keeping in mind that effective bondage knots do not need to be pulled really tight to be effective. Instead, position the knots so that the bottom cannot reach them. Then, a brisk, firm tug should be all that’s needed to make the knot hold. Knots that are tied “really tight” pose a safety hazard because they cannot be quickly released. Also, the risk can be reduced by tying slip-knots such as bows instead of square knots.

In an actual emergency, there is often not time to untie a jammed knot. In such a case, it will be necessary to cut through the bondage material. Remember to cut as far away from the bottom as possible and, if possible, to avoid using a knife as a quick-release tool.

In a non-emergency situation, where time is not of particular importance, it is often possible to work the knot loose eventually. Using a rigid, narrow rod can often be useful here. Ice picks, knitting needles, and the tines of a fork can be very effective. (Don’t use something made of brittle metal; you don’t want it to snap under pressure.) Boating enthusiasts may have a long, narrow, cone-shaped item called a fid (it’s often part of a special boating knife) that is intended for this use, especially on larger ropes.

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