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Figure 8 Knot

The Figure 8 Knot. Probably the most versatile and common climbing knot. This knot can be tied two ways depending on how it will be used. The first sequence shown below is for tying the knot into a harness or any other type anchor. The second sequence is to create a loop end that can be clipped with a carabiner or locking carabiner.

Sequence to Tie a Figure 8 Knot into a Harness:

Figure 8 Knot sequence 1

1. Loop the end into the harness

Figure 8 sequence 2

2. Follow the rope back through the knot

Figure 8 sequence 3

3. Tighten the knot evenly by hand

figure 8 knot step 4

4. Secure the end using a stopper knot


Sequence to Tie a Figure 8 Knot to Clip:

figure 8 knot (to clip) step 1

1. Create a bend in the rope

Figure 8 Knot 2 step 2

2. Pass the bend under itself

Firgure 8 Knot (to clip) sequence 3

3. Over.

Firgure 8 Knot (to clip) sequence 4

4. Under and over; then tighten the figure 8 evenly by hand.

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