Tying a Figure of Eight Knot

The figure of eight is commonly used to attach a rope to a climbing harness. Being able to tie a figure of eight knot properly is an essential climbing skill. If the climbing rope is attached incorrectly to the harness, the consequences could be fatal.

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Anonymous User
02/03/2012
I'm a beginner, only had four lessons and only climbed once. And I have never tied a knot before. This video has to be the most helpful I have seen. Thank you for starting at the very beginning, where most websites have the first part of the knot tied for you.
Anonymous User
19/05/2012
Thanks, the first video that starts at the beginning, from forming the 8 to completing the stop knot.
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