Figure-Eight on a Bight Knot
Figure-Eight on a Bight A figure-eight on a bight is used to secure a bight in the end of the rope. This knot is commonly used to “tie-in” to the rope. A figure-eight on a bight is a large knot with relatively gradual bends (as compared to an overhand), and is easily...
Figure-Eight Knot
Figure-Eight Knot A single figure-eight (also called a Flemish) is often used as a stopper knot, but more commonly it is used as the foundation for a figure-eight bend, bight, or rewoven. Knot tiers should be intimately familiar with this configuration, as this family...
Overhand Knot
Overhand Knot The overhand knot (also called the thumb knot) is usually used as a stopper knot to terminate the working end of a rope. It significantly reduces rope strength and should not be used in a load-bearing system. Applications Stopper knot: Basics for...