Usage: The Double Figure Eight Bend is simply a Figure Eight Knot tied in two ropes that have been doubled up. This “Abnormal” Figure-Eight Bend and is inferior to the “Normal” Figure Eight Bend. When used at all, both ropes should be of the same diameter.

Also known as:

• Abnormal Figure Eight Bend

Related:

• Figure Eight Bend
• Figure Eight Knot

ABOK: NA

Classification: Bend

Structure: The Double Figure Eight Bend will have working ends exiting the same side next to each other as opposed to a “Normal” Figure Eight Bend where the working ends exit opposite sides.

Strength/Reliability: The Double Figure Eight is not a very reliable bend and should be avoided. When the ropes are pulled in opposite directions it can cause the knot to distort and become unsafe — unlike the normal Figure-Eight Bend.