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figure 63.2
Figure of eight loop: this is the same as the figure of eight tied in a
double end, except that it is formed differently. It is of particular use when
the loop cannot be dropped over a bollard, but is being tied through a
ring or eye.
Tie a figure of eight some way back along the standing part from the
