Rope Knot Library: How to Tie a Bowline on a Bight Knot

How to Tie a Bowline on a Bight Knot

This rope knot forms a bowline (secure loop) in the middle of a line. Useful when you want a non-slip loop but a free end is not handy or to provide two loops in the end of a line. This knot can be used as a sling or as a seat or bosum’s chair in an emergency rescue situation. The two loops can be worked to different sizes if needed.

You can find this knot on the PRO-KNOT Outdoor Knot Tying Instruction Cards, available at Bass Pro Shops website or at your local Bass Pro Shops store.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Tie a Bolwline on a Bight Knot

Step 1 Double a section of line and form a loop or "eye" in the line.
Step 2 Pass the free end up through the eye forming a double loop below the eye.
Step 3 Spread open the free end and bring it down to the bottom of the double loop.
Step 4 Pass over double loop and continue up to top of eye.
Step 5 Seat the knot by pulling on the double loop while holding the standing line.

This knot can be found on the PRO-KNOT Outdoor Knot Tying Instruction Cards, available at Bass Pro Shops website or at your local Bass Pro Shops store.

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