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The figure 8 knot is one of if not the most used sailing stoppers knots. It is easy to tie, provides a decent sized stopper and is relatively easier to untie after load has been applied. For a more detailed tutorial follow the link below. https://youtu.be/jV99J9nmG1g When tying the figure 8 knot it is important pull it really tight, with stiff modern ropes the knot can have a tendency to untie itself if it is only loosely tightened. If you have mastered this knot and would like to learn more the following playlist has more knots for you to know and master. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMoCfFBA9IMUcOoZy5QT-o66DM8uHukkH If you want to know even more knots why not pick up a copy of the definitive book on knots. The Ashley Book of Knot has approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to “Marlinspike Seamanship.” Mr. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. Precisely named and classified (some new ones for the first time officially), they can be easily found in the big index. He tells when they appeared, something about their history, and what they are good for. . https://amzn.to/3fkisle We hope you enjoyed todays video, thanks for stopping by and supporting Bottom up Boats, as an amazon associate we get commission from associated sales. As a small You Tube channel we really appreciate the support that this programs give us, it inspires and enables us to create more content for you.
🇬🇧🎥 Back in video on the International Multihull Show ⛵ An important moment for all of us with the EUROPEAN PREMIERE of our new model the 44 Open. Thank you for visiting us ! We look forward to seeing you in Cannes from 6 to 11 september. 🙂 ….. 🇫🇷🎥 Retour en vidéo sur le Salon International du Multicoque. ⛵️ Un moment important pour nous tous avec la PREMIERE EUROPEENNE du nouveau modèle le 44 Open. Merci de nous avoir rendu visite ! Nous vous donnons rendez-vous du 6 au 11 septembre prochain 🙂.
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