How To: Tie a Figure Eight Knot

by Tactical_Pyro in Outside > Knots

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How To: Tie a Figure Eight Knot

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The figure-eight knot is a type of knot. It is very important in both sailing and rock climbing as a method of stopping ropes from running out of retaining devices. Unlike the overhand knot, which will bind iron-hard under strain, often requiring the rope to be cut, the figure of eight can be easily untied after even the greatest strain. (Read More)


What You'll Need

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You will need:
Rope or String
Lighter, match, or tape (optional)


Melt the Ends

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Melt or tape the ends of your rope or string to stop fraying.



Tie the Knot

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If I make a mistake anywhere, please tell me in the comments so I can correct it.


Just follow the pictures.