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Adjustable Loop

Prepper’s Guide to Knots

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The Adjustable Loop can easily be altered by sliding the knot up and down the standing end to make the loop smaller or larger. It is commonly used when there is a need (and the means) to quickly place a loop over an object. It will automatically cinch down on the object when the standing end is pulled. There is a built-in safety attribute that allows the knot to slide and grip when placed under a shock load until friction can stop it.

You will need

Project Budget
Cheap

Time

0 h 15

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

The Adjustable Loop can easily be altered by sliding the knot up and down the standing end to make the loop smaller or larger. It is commonly used when there is a need (and the means) to quickly place a loop over an object. It will automatically cinch down on the object when the standing end is pulled. There is a built-in safety attribute that allows the knot to slide and grip when placed under a shock load until friction can stop it.

Instructions

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    Create an Overhand Loop in the rope.

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    Tuck the working end through the loop.

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    Tuck the working end through a second time.

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    Pass the working end around both legs of the loop.

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    Tuck the working end beneath the second (final) wrap.

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    Pull tight.