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STEP 2 As you tighten the knot, the bight will form the loop.

Strong and secure, the Figure Eight Loop can also be tied around an object by making

a regular Figure Eight Knot (see Chapter 1), leaving enough running end to bring
around the object and then back to trace through the Figure Eight toward the standing
part.

OVERHAND LOOP

The Overhand Loop is a very common way of tying a loop. It’s quick to tie and is

especially useful with very small cordage like thread or string. It is difficult to untie
after being under strain, so it is usually used when it is not meant to be untied.

STEP 1 Begin by folding over the running end to make a bight.