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50. Double Figure 8 Bend

Also known as: Flemish Bend

One of the most secure bends, this is a favorite climbing knot because of its
great strength and ability to absorb shock loads. Like the Flemish Bend, it’s
composed of two Figure 8 Knots, but here each one is tied around the
standing part of the other rope, rather than being threaded together.

Uses: joining ropes for climbing, mountaineering
Pros: very secure and strong, absorbs shock loads

Cons: none known

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