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dock, the heaving line knot worked well. Its other name, StOPPer KnOtS
the monk’s knot, refers to its use by Franciscan monks to
weight the ends of the cords they used as belts. In addi-
tion to being useful in camping and boating, the heaving
line knot is sometimes employed by climbers. As the turns tighten, form the
knot into its final shape.
Heaving Line Knot: Step 3 Heaving Line Knot: Step 4
Make three more turns with the working end After the final turn, bring the working end
around the loop. through the loop, holding the turns around
the loop as tight as possible. Tighten the knot
by pulling on the working end and the stand-
ing part.
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