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LOOPS

Carrick loop
KNOT SCORE
After the success of the carrick bend, it’s not surprising that the same Strength
form has been transposed into a loop. The result is a compact knot which, Security
after a little practice, is quickly and easily tied. Use it as an alternative to Diffi culty Tying
Diffi culty Untying
the bowline (page 112), particularly with traditional cordage, which is less
Usefulness
likely to slip.

1 Make an overhand loop and a 2 Pass the working end through the 3 Pass the working end through the
bight, as you would for a bowline. loop and around the standing part. bight and tuck it between itself and
the original loop.

KNOT KNOW-HOW 4 Tighten the knot.

The honda knot (opposite) was not the
only knot cowboys tied in their lassos.
When not out corralling wild animals,
they entertained people with lasso
tricks, such as the pretzel knot –
basically a pair of loops which, when
spilled, turned into a fi gure-eight. Try
doing that with your heaving line next
time you’re stuck in the Doldrums.

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