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Farmer's Loop

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Also known as:Tarp Line Loop, Lineman's Loop
Farmer's Loop

Description

A simple, quick mid-line loop formed by tying an overhand knot in a bight. Not as strong as an Alpine Butterfly but faster to tie and adequate for light loads.

Common Uses

Quick mid-line loop for tarps, tent lines, and light-duty applications where speed is preferred over strength.

How to Tie

  1. 1Form a bight (fold) in the rope at the desired loop location.
  2. 2Tie an overhand knot using the bight as a single strand.
  3. 3Pull the bight through to form the loop.
  4. 4Tighten by pulling both standing ends away from the loop.