The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots by Geoffrey Budworth

Author:Geoffrey Budworth
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781510750456
Publisher: Skyhorse
Published: 2020-01-21T16:00:00+00:00

FIGURE OF EIGHT KNOT

Purpose

The basic knot is a stopper knot. It is easily untied after use and is recommended for any rope work that will be repeatedly assembled and dismantled. Note that, despite its bulkier appearance, it will not stop up a larger hole or slot than either the overhand or double overhand knots. As advised earlier, if a larger stopper knot is needed, use Ashley’s stopper knot.

Tying

Make a loop and impart an extra twist (figure 1). Tuck the working end as shown to create the characteristic figure of eight layout that gives this family of knots its name (figures 2–3). Tighten the knot, taking care to push the bight furthest from the end of the line up as far as it will go, while at the same time pulling down on the standing part of the line to bend and trap the working end (figure 4).

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