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Bends

Bend refers to a knot that joins two ropes.

Zeppelin Bend

If the ropes are the same diameter, or very nearly, the Zeppelin Bend is an
excellent choice. It is very secure, does not jam, and once learned is also a
fast and easy knot to tie.

Zeppelin Bend Fig. 32

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Some climbers however prefer to use the Flemish Bend (also known as the
Figure Eight Bend), others favour the Double Fisherman’s Knot, particularly
if making slings, despite the difficulty in untying overhand knots.

Flemish Bend (Figure Eight Bend) (ABoK # 1411)
This knot, as does the Figure Eight Loop, (see Fig. 28 and 28a), needs to be
dressed before tightening in order to avoid crossed lines.

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Flemish Bend Fig. 34

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