Figure Eight on a Bight
Also known as:Double Figure Eight
Description
The figure eight on a bight creates a secure, fixed loop in the middle of a rope by folding a bight and tying a figure eight knot with it. The result is a loop that is stronger and more reliable than a simple overhand loop. It is a fundamental knot in climbing.
Common Uses
Used by climbers to create a secure loop for attaching a carabiner to an anchor or for creating a central attachment point on a rope.
How to Tie
- 1Fold a bight of rope at the desired location for the loop.
- 2Treat the bight as a single strand and tie a figure eight knot.
- 3Pass the bight through the first loop as you would for a standard figure eight.
- 4Pull the bight and the standing ends to tighten.
- 5Dress the knot so the strands lie parallel and the loop is clean.