Since the knot is slippery it can be untied after loading but no rope is untied easily if it is wet. If loading is expected adding a calf hitch in the loop is a good idea. If that tightens up, it will increase the difficulty in untying. I use this knot frequently to support a moderate load without difficulty.
The standing part is what I end up holding in my left hand. This knot is tied by making a slip knot then taking the running side and making a second jamming half hitch. It is quite secure if and only if it is set up correctly.
That looks like a really useful knot I'll have to practice it and use it when i get the opportunity. I have used the over head knot on the bite a few times but usually try to refrain from using it but the extra bit on the end makes it useful.
Dear Nawataipan,
What happens to the knot if it is heavily loaded? Especially when the rope is wet, can it still be untied easily?
Yours,
Knot Tyer
kkigkt 2 years ago
Since the knot is slippery it can be untied after loading but no rope is untied easily if it is wet. If loading is expected adding a calf hitch in the loop is a good idea. If that tightens up, it will increase the difficulty in untying. I use this knot frequently to support a moderate load without difficulty.
nawataipan 2 years ago
Please, Mr., show me the standing part, so I can reproduce this knot
kkigkt 2 years ago
The standing part is what I end up holding in my left hand. This knot is tied by making a slip knot then taking the running side and making a second jamming half hitch. It is quite secure if and only if it is set up correctly.
nawataipan 2 years ago
That looks like a really useful knot I'll have to practice it and use it when i get the opportunity. I have used the over head knot on the bite a few times but usually try to refrain from using it but the extra bit on the end makes it useful.
coilgunner2 3 years ago