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STEP 4 Tie off the remaining end with a Clove Hitch.

Note that no slack needs to be saved for the frapping turns, so keep tension on at all
stages of this knot.

TRANSOM KNOT

The Transom Knot is a good way to tie two sticks perpendicular to each other if you
want a lashing that is not bulky. The ends can be cut off close to the knot.

STEP 1 Arrange the two sticks so that one is laid across the length of the other, and tie

them together with a Double Overhand Noose Knot (see Chapter 10).

STEP 2 Tighten the rope by pulling the ends in opposite directions.

The top part of this knot has the same crossings as the Constrictor Knot, which is why
this simple little knot grabs so well.