Figure Eight![[figure8 knot diagram]](graphics/figure8.gif)
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A figure eight knot is very quick and easy to tie.
It is used like the
overhand knot,
as a stopper knot in the end of a
line, or
sheet,
to prevent ropes from escaping. It can also
be used to attach rope
halyards, to the
sails. It never jams, however much pressure
is applied, and can be untied easily, even if wet.
To tie a figure-8, start with an underhand loop by crossing the running end behind the standing part. Then take the running end and bring it over the standing part and back around through the loop from beneath. Draw the end up snugly. |
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