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Camping Knots: Loops

Whatever the name, it ties with relative ease and
works well in diameters of cordage ranging from fine
thread to thick rope. It also ranks high as a secure loop:
Once tied, it stays tied. Even so, knot experts argue over
whether or not the figure 8 loop should be finished with a
stopper knot in the working end, a procedure that would
eliminate any chance the figure 8 could slip. A stopper
can be added with ease if the working end is left long
enough. Those who argue against the stopper point out
that the figure 8 loop, after being weighted, often proves
difficult, but not impossible, to undo.

Figure 8 L XXoop: Step 3 Figure 8 Loop: Step 4
XX

XXX Tighten slowly by pulling on
Bring the doubled working end
XXX
up through the original loop. the loop and the main standing
part to create the characteristic
figure 8.

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