How To Tie a Figure 8 Knot - Sailing Tips

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A Figure 8 Knot is also known as stopper knot or Flemish knot, it is very popular not only in sailing, but also in rock climbing and caving. The main purpose of a Figure 8 Knot is to stop the line from running and sliding out of sight.

Learn how to tie a Figure 8 Knot.

Step 1: Form a Q shape
Form a loop by crossing the two sides of a line.

Step 2: Twist top around
At this point you should have two ends – a free and a standing one
bring the free end under the standing one.

Step 3: Bring end into the loop
Bring it over and into the loop, forming a number eight.

Step 4: Tighten
Tighten the two ends.