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spanisH BoWLine
Two separate and independent fixed loops
useful in mountain rescue work.
The Spanish bowline, also known as the chair knot, is a GREEN liGht
very strong knot. It is safe and holds securely even un- This knot has been useful to boaters as a means
der a great load. It can be used to hoist large, heavy ob- of lowering an injured sailor over the side and
jects, such as equipment. In rescue work one loop goes into another boat.
over a person’s head and down under the armpits, the
other loop around the legs behind the knees, allowing an
Spanish Bowline: Step 1 Spanish Bowline: Step 2
Loops
Form two loops in the working end of the rope, Twist each loop separately toward the center
as shown in the photograph. of the knot.
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