Knots to Know: Figure eight knot
Use the figure eight knot as a stopper knot to prevent a line from sliding through a retaining device.
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Knots to Know: Figure eight knot
Superior to other common stopper knots, the figure eight knot can prevent a line from sliding through a retaining device.
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