A Figure 8 Knot is also known as stopper knot or Flemish knot, it is very popular not only in sailing, but also in rock climbing and caving. The main purpose of a Figure 8 Knot is to stop the line from running and sliding out of sight. Watch more How to tie videos: https://www.sailingeurope.com/blog/sailing-knots Learn how to tie a Figure 8 Knot. Step 1: Form a Q shape Form a loop by crossing the two sides of a line. Step 2: Twist top around At this point you should have two ends – a free and a standing one bring the free end under the standing one. Step 3: Bring end into the loop Bring it over and into the loop, forming a number eight. Step 4: Tighten Tighten the two ends.

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Awards. 2017 Irish Volvo Irish Sailing Awards. Volvo Irish Sailor of the Year. Youth Sailor of the Year. Senior Instructor of the Year. Training Centre of the Year.

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A short video preview of a new series of videos. Discover Raja Ampat. Diving Paradise. In this series of videos I'll show you some of the best dive sites in Raja Ampat. The first video will be available on 26 August 2019. #Diving #Paradise #RajaAmpat

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