Figure Eight
( Flemish Knot | Savoy Knot | Figure of Eight Knot | ABOK #570 )
Usage
The Figure Eight is a general-purpose stopper knot that replaces the common Overhand Knot in many uses. The Figure Eight Knot is very important in both sailing and rock climbing as a method of stopping ropes from running out of retaining devices.
Also known as
- Flemish Knot
- Savoy Knot
- Figure of Eight Knot
ABOK
- 570
Strength/Reliability
Unlike the Overhand Knot, which will jam under strain often requiring the rope to be cut, the Figure Eight can be easily untied after even the greatest strain.
