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THE EVER YTHING KNOTS BOOK

Overhand or Figure Eight, and many friction loops and fishing
knots are based on Multiple Overhand Knots.
There are many advantages to tying knots that are based on
others. They are certainly easier to remember because there is so
much less to recall. By making it easier to keep many possibilities
in mind, you can make better choices for what is needed. When
one knot is the basis for another, it is also easier to check your
progress as you complete the knot.

ESSENTIAL

For both of the series of stopper knots mentioned here,
increasing the number of wraps will not give them an
increased cross-section area. Continuing past the Figure Eight
or the Double Overhand in their series makes the knots longer
but not wider. For a wider knot, use a different knot or
double the cord first.

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