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to tie a

FIGURE EIGHT BEND

Similar to its kindred the Figure 8 Bend is easy to undo after a load has applied to the two ropes you've joined.

Safety:

Ropes and the knots associated with rope, can be dangerous. If improperly handled, or tied, ropes can kill and you could be the victim! Always use rope with care and  inspect and test any knots you tie. Respect ropes subject to a heavy load, especially your own climbing rope. The danger associated with ropes under load is often learned by painful experience.

 

STEPS TO TIE THE FIGURE EIGHT BEND

#1

Start with a Figure 8 Knot

#2

With the working end of your second rope

#3

Snake the second rope through the knot staying next to the first rope

 

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Around the back of the first rope

#5

Under both ropes

#6

Make a loop on top of both ropes

 

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And run the working end through the back loop

#8

Snug and secure with a stopper knot on each bitter end

 

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