List of bend knots
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This is a list of types of bend knots. A bend knot is a knot used to join two lengths of rope. Although the reef knot
can be used in this way, it is insecure when used as a bend and so is not classed as one.
Reef knot
The reef knot or square knot is an ancient and simple binding knot used to secure a rope or line around an object. Although the reef knot is often seen used for tying two ropes together, it is not recommended for this purpose due to potential instability of the knot.A reef knot is formed by tying...
can be used in this way, it is insecure when used as a bend and so is not classed as one.
Types of bend knots
- Adjustable bendAdjustable bendThe adjustable bend is a bend knot that can be easily lengthened or shortened.A rolling hitch is used to tie the end of each rope to the standing part of the other. Clifford Ashley suggested it for tying guy ropes.-See also:*List of bend knots...
- Albright specialAlbright specialThe Albright special or Albright knot is a knot used in angling. It is a strong knot used to tie two different diameters of line together, for instance to tie monofilament to braid. The Albright is relatively smooth and passes through guides when required...
- Alpine butterfly bendAlpine butterfly bendThe butterfly bend is a type of knot. It is the analogous bend form of the alpine butterfly knot in that it is the butterfly loop with the loop cut. It is very similar to the hunter's bend.-External links:*...
- Ashley's bendAshley's BendAshley's bend is a knot used to securely join the ends of two ropes together. It is similar to several related bend knots which consist of two interlocking overhand knots, and in particular the alpine butterfly bend...
- Beer knotBeer knotA beer knot is a bend used in tubular webbing. Its most common application is in slings used in rock climbing. Compared to the water knot, it has the advantages of a higher strength...
- Blood knotBlood knotA blood knot is most usefully employed for joining sections of monofilament nylon line while maintaining a high portion of the line's inherent strength. Other knots used for this purpose can cause a substantial loss of strength...
- Carrick bendCarrick bendThe Carrick bend is a knot used for joining two lines. It is particularly appropriate for very heavy rope or cable that is too large and stiff to easily be formed into other common bends. It will not jam even after carrying a significant load or being soaked with water...
- Double fisherman's knotDouble fisherman's knotThe double fisherman's knot or grapevine knot is a bend, or a knot used to join two lengths of rope. This knot and the triple fisherman's knot are the variations used most often in climbing, arboriculture, and search and rescue...
- Euro death-knot
- Fisherman's knotFisherman's knotThe fisherman's knot is a bend with a symmetrical structure consisting of two overhand knots, each tied around the standing part of the other...
- Flemish bendFlemish bendThe Flemish Bend, also known as a Figure Eight Bend, a double figure eight bend, and a rewoven figure eight is a knot for joining two ropes of roughly similar size....
- Harness bendHarness bendThe harness knot is a general purpose bend knot used to join two ropes together. The knot can be tied under tension and will not capsize....
- Heaving line bendHeaving line bendThe heaving line bend is a quick and simple knot that is used to attach playing strings to the thick silk eyes of the anchorage knot. It is knot number 1462 in the Ashley Book of Knots.-Tying steps:...
- Hunter's bendHunter's bendThe Hunter's bend is a knot used to join two lines. It consists of interlocking overhand knots, and can jam under moderate strain. It is topologically similar to the Zeppelin bend.-History:...
- Nail knotNail knotThe nail knot is used in fly fishing, and can be tied in multiple ways. A needle or tube can be used instead of the nail. Most common uses are attaching the leader to the fly line, and attaching the fly line to the backing.-External links:*...
- One-sided overhand bendOne-sided overhand bendThe overhand bend is a knot used to join two ropes together. The overhand bend is formed by holding two rope ends next to each other and tying an overhand knot in them as if they were a single line...
- Racking bendRacking bendThe racking bend is a knot for joining two ropes of different diameter. "Racking" refers to the figure eight weaving that binds the bight of the larger rope together....
- Sheet bendSheet bendThe sheet bend is a bend, that is, a knot that joins two ropes together. Doubled, it is effective in binding lines of different diameter or rigidity securely together, although it has a tendency to work loose when not under load.The sheet bend is related in structure to the bowline...
- Shroud knotShroud knotThe Shroud knot is a multi-strand bend knot used to join two ends of laid rope together. Shroud knots, in general, are a class of knots in which the individual strands of laid rope are knotted, but not woven, to the individual strands of another laid rope...
- Simple Simon underSimple simon underThe simple simon under bend is a knot belonging to the category bend. It was invented by Harry Asher. It is a more secure than the similar simple simon over. The difference is just which of the green ends in the image below is the standing end....
- Single Carrick bendSingle carrick bendThe name single carrick bend has been used and even recommended by many different people to refer to different knots with a similar general form to the Carrick bend. All of these knots are weaker and less secure for the purpose of a bend which is the connection of two rope ends...
- Surgeon's knotSurgeon's knotThe surgeon's knot is a simple modification to the reef knot. It adds an extra twist when tying the first throw, forming a double overhand knot, thus adding friction which makes the knot more secure. This knot is commonly used by surgeons in situations where it is important to maintain tension on...
- Triple fisherman's knotTriple fisherman's knotThe triple fisherman's knot is a bend knot, used to join two ends of rope together. It is an extension of the double fisherman's knot and is recommended for tying slippery, stiff ultra high molecular weight polyethylene and aramid cored ropes....
- True lover's knotTrue lover's knotThe true lover's knot is a name which has been used for many distinct knots. The association of knots with the symbolism of love, friendship, and affection dates back to antiquity...
- Water knotWater knotThe water knot is a knot frequently used in climbing for joining two ends of webbing together, for instance when making a sling.-Tying the water knot:...
- Zeppelin bendZeppelin bendA Zeppelin bend is a general purpose bend knot. It is a secure, easily tied, and jam-resistant way to connect two ropes...