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over the turns and apply a Half Hitch above the
load point. Should there be any doubt about the
holding power of this hitch, whether because of a
slippery rope or a polished post, extra initial turns
can be applied and a second Half Hitch added.

43 STUDDINGSAIL HALYARD BEND 43
The Studdingsail Halyard Bend
(pronounced ‘stuns’l’) is formed just like a
Fisherman’s Bend (40), but instead of finishing with
a Half Hitch, the working end is crossed over and
tucked back under the first turn to trap it. This
makes the bend secure, but leaves it easy to undo.

44 TOPSAIL HALYARD BEND 44
The Topsail Halyard Bend is very like the
Fisherman’s Bend (40) and the Studdingsail
Halyard Bend (43). It incorporates an extra turn
about the spar, but has the working end trapped
under the first turn in just the same way. The
added turn helps with ropes made from slippery
materials.

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