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douBLe overHand Loop



 A simple and strong fixed loop for fishing line.



 A double overhand knot (see page 52) tied on a bight cre-
 ates a strong, fixed loop that works well in slick, modern
 material such as fishing line. Since it uses a bight, it can
 be tied at the end or anywhere else along a line. This knot
 jams in rope, but it can be used in twine or small cord.



 Double Overhand Loop: Step 1  Double Overhand Loop: Step 2


 Knots You need: FisHing Knots


























 Form a bight in the line and tie an overhand   Tuck the bight through the overhand a second
 knot (see page 18) in the bight.  time to form a double overhand. Work slowly
 and carefully to form the final knot before full
 tightening.

 GREEN    liGht
 This knot could be useful to campers.

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