| Overhand loop | |
|---|---|
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| Names | Overhand loop, Loop knot |
| Category | Loop |
| Origin | Ancient |
| Releasing | Jamming |
| ABoK | #1009, #1046, #518 |
Theoverhand loop is a simpleknot which forms a fixedloop in a rope. Made by tying anoverhand knot in thebight, it can be tied anywhere along a rope (does not need anyworking end). The knot can be used for attaching clips, hooks, other rope, etc., but has the disadvantage that it is likely to jam tight when the rope has been pulled and the knot may need to be cut off. It also has some uses in kite-flying, though other knots may be better. It is commonly disapproved by cadets because of its tendency to be misused as an alternative to thebowline.[1] (Reference 1 also contains a sequence of images that show how to tie an overhand knot.)
